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Wednesday 14 May 08 [12:35:03]
Daddy Freddy - This Friday 16th May
This Friday 16th May 2008
Friendly Fire Sessions present DADDY FREDDY live PA on the JAM JAH SOUND with support from LIONART and PABLO RIDER.
@ Hare and Hounds, Kings Heath, Birmingham - 9pm - 2am
Afterparty
Full Jam Jah Family @ PST aka the new Unit
71, Lombard Street, Digbeth
2am - Morning - £2
Last Updated 14-05-08 [12:35:03] by robin
Saturday 05 April 08 [19:44:38]
New - UK DUBPLATE SERVICE
Friendly Fire is proud to announce a new venture - the UK Dubplate Service 
Born out of the observation that although there is a multitude of Jamaican dubplate links, there seems to be none for the artists of the growing UK scene, this new service will allow Sound Systems to order easily dubplates and specials from the UKs leading artists, whether it be Dancehall, Roots, or Lovers.
The dubs will be delivered either via internet or post, and we can arrange cuts onto vinyl if necessary.
To kick off in style, we are proud to announce that the first DUBPLATE SESSION will be with the legendary DADDY FREDDY, who broke the guiness record of the fastest chatter 4 times. He is also the founder of raggamuffin Hip-Hop, and a wicked entertainer.
This will take place on Monday 7th April 2008, so get your orders in quick!
To order contact : robin@friendlyfiremusic.com
For details on the growing list of other artists available, click here.
Last Updated 05-04-08 [21:27:57] by guest
Friday 14 March 08 [20:56:51]
Chunky Riddim - Riddim of the Week on ReggaeFrance.com
The new Chunky Riddim has reached Europe and was elected "Riddim of the Week" on the Reggae France website in France, on wednesday 12/03/08!
Check the review HERE
In the meantime, we are working hard towards the next releases - Tha Usual Suspec's EP is near completion, and the new "Step Forward Riddim" is on it's way, and will be posted soon in the riddims section. Stay tuned.
Wednesday 09 January 08
NEW RELEASE: CHUNKY 12"
We are proud to announce that the Chunky 12" is now available from good record shops, or from direct from here
This is the first official release on the Friendly Fire Label (FFM001), and comprises of 3 vocal cuts and a version of the chunky riddim. This is an "urban" reggae-dancehall instrumental with a distinctive UK sound - a grimey bassline, and a compulsively nodabble beat, blessed with the conscious voices of Ras Tweed, Tha Usual Suspec Paradox, and Pablo Rider who all bring their own touch.
Ras Tweed reminds us to be humble with his sing jay style on "I Am",
Pablo gives a message of hope and perseverance in "Jah Will Provide" in
his anecdotal DJ style, and finally Tha Usual Suspec raps about rip-off
producers in the business.
chunky_release_sheet.pdf [342.08 KB]
Tracklist:
CHUNKY 12" - (FFM001)
Side 1:
Ras Tweed - I Am That I am (click to listen)
PAblo Rider - Jah Will Provide (click to listen)
Side 2:
Tha Usual Suspec - Promises, Promises... (click to listen)
Friendly Fire - Chunky Riddim (click to listen)
Click Here to ORDER VINYL FROM THE SHOP
Free Ringtones:
Ras_Tweed - I am tone.mp3 [337.31 KB] Pablo Rider - Jah_Will_Provide_Ringtone.mp3 [338.53 KB]
Tha Usual Susec - Promises_Ringtone.mp3 [348.30 KB]
ALSO AVAILABLE FROM JIBBERING RECORDS, Birmingham
Last Updated 14-03-08 [21:02:56] by robin
Friday 08 February 08 [11:43:44]
Ras Tweed - CHUNKY BIG UP
Last Updated 08-02-08 [11:43:44] by robin
Tuesday 25 December 07 [17:58:17]
Friendly Fire Xmas Mashup
Thanks to all those who came down and rammed out the Hare and Hounds on the 21st December and made it a great night. All five artists gave a wicked performance. Mr. Cantankerous did his first gig with the live band and handled it good, while Messenger Douglas blessed us with his silky voice. A special big up goes to Lionart, who is getting hotter every time, Tha Usual Suspec who always gives a vibrant personal touch, and Pablo Rider - cool and deadly as always...
Many thanks go out to the lovely and very talented Kate Beatty, who shot some beautiful pictures that you can check out here.
Don't forget to check out her website: www.kate-beatty.com
....and please email us any pictures or videos you may have...
Last Updated 25-12-07 [18:08:11] by robin
Friday 23 November 07 [20:36:10]
Friendly Fire on Last.FM
Just sorted a new Last.FM page for Friendly Fire,
where you can listen, comment etc... It's an online music community
radio player, and you can share music with peers and discover more
music that you like. CHECK IT OUT!
Last Updated 23-11-07 [20:36:10] by robin
Thursday 15 November 07 [13:00:43]
Friendly Fire band at The Bullring
Friendly Fire played a great set for Birmingham's Bullring shoppers, at Gigbeth 2007 on the Ecorhythm stage bus, which was parked right outside St Martin's church. This was a rare chance for random people to be exposed to roots ,
and hopefully the Fire will burn hotter in their hearts for it.
Pablo Rider and Tha Usual Suspec performed an inspiring set, with songs like False Images criticising consumerism in its own home, in front of what claims to be one of the biggest shopping centre in Europe, and Pablo's Miss di Bus which went down a treat.
Finally the gig ended up being extremely well attended, with nuff crowd participation, including Jamani, Tha Usual Suspec's nephew, who came on stage and buss some backing vocals, and some breakdancers who pulled some impromptu b-boy moves in front of the stage to the reggae grooves.
After an hour and a half and three encores, the promoter finally let the band come off the stage and the area in front of the Bullring cleared up - the ground was still smoking.
Last Updated 15-11-07 [13:02:14] by robin
Monday 15 October 07 [19:06:20]
New tracks by Tha Usual Suspec
Don't forget to leave a comment and tell us what you think...
Last Updated 21-10-07 [15:14:12] by robin
Tuesday 18 September 07 [15:14:30]
Friendly Fire Sessions, season 2
The Friendly Fire Sessions are back. 21/09/07: The bEAT live.
Every 3rd Friday of the month, Friendly Fire presents the only regular live reggae event in Birmingham, featuring established and up and coming bands from around the UK, supported by the Jam Jah Sound and crew, at the new Hare and Hounds, King's Heath.
For the launch night, Friday 21st September, we are proud to announce the bEAT live. As well as being the leaders of the 2 Tone movement, the bEAT is one of the bands that helped making reggae and ska multicultural and multicolour, leading the way for people like the Jam Jah. This is a rare chance to see the legendary band in their hometown and in a small intimate venue.
DESPITE MALICIOUS RUMOURS GOING AROUND, THIS EVENT IS DEFINITELY HAPPENING THIS WEEK END!
@ The Hare and Hounds,King's Heath High Street,Birmingham B14 7JZdoors open 8pm - £10.00 on the door.
as there are no advance tickets, please come early to avoid disappointment - this will be a sell out event.AFTER PARTY @ The Unit, Balsall Heath
After the show, come and join RANKING ROGER DUB SYSTEM and JAM JAH SOUND for an exclusive afterparty @ the Unit, Balsall Heath, playing roots music until the morning.
@The Unit,7 dennis road,Balsal Heath, B12doors open 1am - £5 on the door
Last Updated 18-09-07 [15:14:30] by robin
Monday 23 July 07 [14:56:02]
Shambala Festival
Friendly Fire Music will be representing heavily at this year's Shambala Festival..
We are very proud to be taking part in this year's Shambala Festival taking place on the 24th, 25th and 26th August 2007.
Shambala is undoubtedly one of the best independent festivals in the country, rejecting all forms of sponsorship and bringing to you the best program to hope for.. The reggae lineup alone sounds amazing, and we have heard rumours of shows by some of Jam Jah's most played artists..
The Location is kept secret until you get your tickets which are available from Jibbering Records
Friday 24th August, Main Stage:
The Mighty Jam Jah Sound featuring guest MCs from the friendly Fire Crew
Sunday, 26th August, Dome Tent, 6.30
Friendly Fire Live Band ft. Pablo Rider, Tha Usual Suspec Paradox, Lionart and surprise guests...
See you there!
Last Updated 23-07-07 [14:58:07] by robin
Wednesday 11 July 07 [16:06:05]
New Video Online
A new video has just been made available in the video section http://www.friendlyfiremusic.com/videos.php
Lionart and Tha Usual Suspec in full effect, backed by the Friendly Fire Band
check it.
Last Updated 11-07-07 [16:26:14] by robin
Wednesday 11 July 07 [15:56:31]
Jam Jah Mondays, Upstairs @ The Bull's Head
Jam Jah Monday Roots Sessions
now upstairs!
New weekly residency for Jam Jah, every Monday, upstairs @ The Bull's Head, Moseley
playing a striclty vinyl selection and exclusive mixes, with nice roots video screen, and drinks promos - Monday only!
Last Updated 11-07-07 [15:57:42] by robin
Monday 23 April 07 [00:30:20]
Friendly Fire Band live @ The Dub Club, Swansea
Friendly Fire Band featuring The Usual Suspec Paradox and Pablo Rider
Live @ The Dub Club, Swansea
Thanks to Spector and all the Birmingham crew who came down on the coach and supported the vibes, and the people who took pictures.
View the Gallery
Listen to Friendly Fire Band Live @ The Dub Club.
Last Updated 23-04-07 [00:31:38] by robin
Thursday 29 March 07 [00:21:06]
Jam Jah Mixtape vol 3
New Jam Jah Sound mix-CD out now.
33 tracks of Jam Jah's most wanted 7s
available from Jam Jah gigs or for online preview``
Check out the media section for the tracklist.
Last Updated 29-03-07 [00:21:06] by guest
Tuesday 13 February 07 [13:29:06]
New gear for the Jam Jah Sound
The Jam Jah Sound has just purchased a new mixer and a new amp for the system, which was not running at its full potential until now. The mixer (Ecler nuo 5) is packed with space age effects like filters and echos for serious dubbing sessions, and it feels nice. To add to this, our new amp delivers 1400W and exclusively runs the bass end - now we know why the bass boxes are so heavy.
Either way, the best description is an example, so come and listen to the enhanced Jam Jah Soundsystem on the 23rd February 2007, where we will be playing alongside Ranking Roger Dubsystem @ The Unit, Moseley.
Last Updated 13-03-07 [21:06:49] by The Usual Suspec
Tuesday 13 February 07 [13:10:09]
Keir's Birthday Bash Cancelled
The whole of the Friendly Fire crew would like to apologise about cancelling the Friendly Fire Sessions at Rooty Frooty on Friday 9th Feb.
Although we were almost fully loaded and ready to go, we found out that the roads were so bad that buses and taxis were not running, which compromised the night, and were forced to cancel the event.
The good news is that the show has been postponed to next month on the 9th March 2007, featuring the Friendly Fire Band fronted by Lionart and The Usual suspec, and of course the mighty Jam Jah Sound.
Check out the events section for more info
