August 13, 2019

Roots in the West End – Saturday, Aug 31 @ Gallery 992

by kahlil wonda events, News, reggae • Tags: Aba Shaka, Atlanta, cosmic lovebeat, Farinheits Creation, gallery 992, Highlanda Sound featuring Kahlil Wonda, Roots reggae, SWATS, west end

End of Summer edition of Roots in the West End featuring Highlanda Sound, Farinheits Creation, Cosmic Lovebeat and Buddy Folks!

Roots in the West End

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March 23, 2017

GARNETT SILK TRIBUTE, SUNDAY, APRIL 9 AT WILDPITCH, 6 PM (RUB-A-DUB ATL)

by kahlil wonda events, Food, History, reggae • Tags: Aba Shaka, Atlanta, birthday party, dancehall, dub, Garnett Silk, rocksteady, rootsreggae, rubadub, ska

For this celebration, joining Highlanda Sound featuring Kahlil Wonda and DJ Passport, the resident DJs of Rub-A-Dub ATL, the Reggae Party, will be Aba Shaka alongside Archangel SuperPec.

Promotional Image for event Rub-A-Dub ATL. Come and join us to commemorate one of reggae music's all-time greats Garnet Silk, the celebrated singer who died tragically 22 years ago. > Similarly to The Notorious B.I.G., whom many hail as the greatest rapper ever, Garnet had a short run within the timeline of music history yet his legacy continues to grow. For this celebration, joining the resident DJs of Rub-A-Dub ATL, the Reggae Party will be Aba Shaka of Cosmic World Beat and the Musical Ark of the Covenant, alongside Highlanda Sound co-founder, Archangel SuperPec. Theme: Tribute to Garnet Silk | RUB-A-DUB ATL - Second Sundays at WildPitch Music Hall Date: SUNDAY, APRIL 9, 2017...

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Rest In Peace to one of our favorite artists, Garnett Silk. Many may remember Garnett’s silky smooth voice and powerful lyrical content that captivated us in the early nineties and left us wanting more after he flew away home to Zion. Garnett Silk was a Jamaican reggae musician and Rastafarian, known for his diverse, emotive, powerful and smooth voice.

Similarly to The Notorious B.I.G., whom many hail as the greatest rapper ever, Garnett had a short run within the timeline of music history yet his legacy continues to grow. We remember Garnet’s legacy and celebrate his widely acclaimed musical contributions. Garnet Damion Smith (Silk) Sr was born April 2, 1966.

Get more information, sign-up for the VIP list, and get tickets here.

January 23, 2017

BobFest ATL 2017 Lineup Announced

by kahlil wonda events, Food, History, Movies, News, reggae • Tags: Aba Shaka, Atlanta, Bob Marley and the Wailers, Bobfest, Festival, film screening, Mutabaruka, Sankofa

BobFest 2017 is February 3rd – 10th in Atlanta.

Evening with Mutabaruka

Friday, February 3 is an evening with the international poet, actor, broadcaster and social commentator, Mutabaruka.

Evening with Mutabaruka

This will take place at the Southwest Community Arts Center located at 915 New Hope Rd. in Southwest Atlanta. The event will be hosted by legendary poet Sunni Patterson and will feature musicians Bilal Sunni Ali on saxophone and Baba Sola on percussions. There will also be a marketplace with food and healers garden featuring music by DJ Kemit. Doors open at 6 pm with showtime at 6:30 pm. The venue for our evening with the legendary Mutabaruka has limited seats so purchasing advance tickets is suggested. Call 404-590-8010 for more information.

Saturday, February 4 is the Annual Trenchtown Rock international night dance.

Saturday is the Annual TRENCHTOWN ROCK international night dance. Takes place at The Core - 9857 Main St East Point Ga (across from East Point Marta Station) 9pm- 4am Classics of Marley and classic roots all night...with ABA SHAKA, HIGHLANDA SOUND - EMPRESS ZAUDITU - DJ REBELLION - MAJESTIC SOUNDS aaaaaaand a surprise guest selector. A ROOTS DanceThere will be vendors, food and drink, and refreshing services available. Hosted by the lovely sisters of Sol Rizing Band! Info 404-590-8010

ABA SHAKA, HIGHLANDA SOUND – EMPRESS ZAUDITU – DJ REBELLION – MAJESTIC SOUNDS and a surprise guest selector.

The dance will take place at The Core – 9857 Main St., East Point, GA (across from East Point Marta Station) from 9 pm until 4 am. The session will be hosted by the lovely sisters of Sol Rizing Band. Classics from Bob Marley and other classic roots selections will be showcased all night by Aba Shaka, Empress Zawditu, DJ Rebellion, and Majestic Sounds alongside Highlanda Sound featuring me Kahlil Wonda. A surprise guest selector will also be announced. There will be vendors, food, drink, and refreshing services available. Call 404-590-8010 for more information.

GREETINGS CULTURE LOVERS! Give yourself a payday loan...and pay yourself back in 2 strongs (weeks) The ticket sales have soared today. Don't miss out on a great opportunity. A relatively small investment for a great time of music and soul food (for the body and the soul). We take special care to create fun, safe, energetic spaces. GRAB EARLY BIRD TICKETS NOW for the monumental evening with MUTABARUKA hosted by the incredible SUNNI PATTERSON and featuring the legendary "Spirit man" Baba Bilal Sunni Ali and the Congo drummer Baba Sola. Greeting us in the terrace with vibe music for the Afrikan marketplace is the original DJ KEMIT And that's just the start....we know u don't want to read an essay right now though. Come to the website www.bobfestatl.com check out the info, the vibes, the sponsors...come black often for special prizes and goodies...

Trenchtown Rock 2017, Atlanta

Friday, February 10 there will be a Maroon family meeting on the full moon for a screening of the groundbreaking film Sankofa by Haile Gerima.

Sankofa Screening

This takes place at the Auburn Research Library, located at 101 Auburn Ave. NE., Atlanta, GA. Call 404-613-4010 for more information.

Visit BobFestATL.com for tickets, vending opportunities, and any further information.

Tickets also available at:

International Food Market

3709 Covington Hwy, Decatur, GA (east Side)

Phone: (404) 289-1831

Mango’s Caribbean Restaurant

180 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303 (Downtown)

Phone: (404) 698-3992

Axum Culture

Address: 1065 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SW, Atlanta, GA 30310

(West End)

Phone: (404) 444-1635

Fruits Veggies & Herbs

Address: Campbellton Plaza, 2085 Campbellton Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30311

Phone: (404) 753-7753

December 13, 2016

Dubwise Atlanta ft. Protoje – audio [Live set recorded 12.4.16]

by kahlil wonda News • Tags: Aba Shaka, Atlanta, Cosmic Love Beat, dub, dubwise, music, Protoje, roots, Yaadcore

#dubwiseatlanta ft. Protoje, Yaadcore, Aba Shaka and Farinheits Creation, Sunday, Dec. 4th at WILDPITCH MUSIC HALL, home of #rubadubatl (2nd Sundays). Kings With Style prod.

Dubwise Atlanta ft. Protoje

December 5, 2016

Dubwise Atlanta with Protoje – Picture Gallery

by kahlil wonda History, Party Pics, reggae • Tags: Aba Shaka, Atlanta, dancehall, dub, dubwise Atlanta, Farinheits Creation, Jamaica, Protoje, Ras Kofi, roots, rubadub, wildpitch, Yaadcore

Rub-A-Dub ATL and WildPitch host Dubwise Atlanta presented by Kings with Style featuring Yaadcore with Protoje live from Kingston, Jamaica, alongside Aba Shaka and Farinheits Creation.

Aba Shaka: Dubwise Atlanta ft. Protoje

Aba Shaka at Wildpitch: Dubwise Atlanta ft. Protoje

Archangel Superpec and DJ Empress Rah: Dubwise Atlanta ft. Protoje

Aba Shaka and Ras Kofi: Dubwise Atlanta ft. Protoje

Farinheits Creation: Dubwise Atlanta ft. Protoje

Dubwise Atlanta ft. Protoje at Wildpitch Music Hall

Farinheits Creation: Dubwise Atlanta ft. Protoje

Farinheits Creation and Ras Kofi: Dubwise Atlanta ft. Protoje

Dubwise Atlanta ft. Protoje @ Wildpitch Music Hall

Dubwise Atlanta ft. Protoje

Yaadcore: Dubwise Atlanta ft. Protoje

Dubwise Atlanta ft. Protoje

Yaadcore: Dubwise Atlanta ft. Protoje

Dubwise Atlanta ft. Protoje at Wildpitch Music Hall

Dubwise Atlanta ft. Protoje

Dubwise Atlanta ft. Protoje at Wildpitch Music Hall

Dubwise Atlanta ft. Protoje

Aba Shaka: Dubwise Atlanta ft. Protoje

Shooks SLR: Dubwise Atlanta ft. Protoje

Look out for RUB-A-DUB ATL (reggae music) at Wildpitch Music Hall (255 Trinity Ave, ATL) every month (Second Sundays).

November 29, 2016

Protoje is heading to GA. for his 1st performance: Dubwise Atlanta, Sunday, Dec. 4th @WildPiTcH

by kahlil wonda events, News, reggae • Tags: Aba Shaka, Atlanta, dub music, dubwise, Jamaica, Jesse Royal, Protoje, Roots reggae, wildpitch, Yaadcore



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Kings With Style presents: live from Kingston, Jamaica, DUBWISE Atlanta featuring Yaadcore (#dubwisejamaica) with Protoje performing inna sound system style.

Powered by #rubadubatl (every 2nd Sunday @WildPitch). Sound System provided by D.A.S. Audio. $20 at the Door / $15 Online. Doors 8pm-12am.



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October 13, 2016

AUDIO: Aba Shaka and Highlanda Sound live DJ set in Atlanta (9.29.16)

by kahlil wonda Live Sounds, reggae, Uncategorized • Tags: Aba Shaka, Atlanta, Black Uhuru, Bob Marley & The Wailers, Burning Spear, DJ Set, Grammy Award, live set, Roots reggae, the royal peacock

I was honored to play a range of selections alongside Aba Shaka when Black Uhuru performed in ATL.

Aba Shaka live alongside Highlanda Sound’s Kahlil Wonda (@ The Royal Peacock, September 2016, Atlanta, GA)

Hear the audio recorded that night, which includes my segment from later in the night, after the stage show.

September 26, 2016

Highlanda Sound and Aba Shaka to open for Black Uhuru this Thursday @ The Royal Peacock

by kahlil wonda events, reggae • Tags: Aba Shaka, Atlanta, bands, Black Uhuru, Bobfest, Grammy winners, Live Music, Mykal Rose, Ras Kofi, Roots reggae, the royal peacock

Legendary reggae band Black Uhuru will touch down in Atlanta for an early show.

Thursday, September 29th – Doors open 7pm.

August 22, 2016

See BLACK UHURU performing in Atlanta Thursday, September 29, 2016

by kahlil wonda events, History, reggae • Tags: Aba Shaka, Atlanta, Black Uhuru, concert, Highlanda Sound, Live Performance, reggae bands, Roots reggae, Show, the royal peacock

BLACK UHURU LIVE

HISTORY IN THE MAKING… ATLANTA

INSIDE THE

LEGENDARY & HISTORIC
ROYAL PEACOCK
186 AUBURN AVE

EARLY SHOWTIME (7-12)

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 29TH, 2016

For More Information or VIP … (404) 932-2474

Tickets

December 15, 2015

DUBWISE ATLANTA with Jesse Royal 11.15.15 – Audio and Pictures

by kahlil wonda Live Sounds, Mixtapes, Party Pics, reggae • Tags: Aba Shaka, DJ Passport, dubwise Atlanta, Farinheits Creation, Highlanda Sound, Jesse Royal, Mr. Williamz, Roots reggae, Yaadcore

I have curated some images and audio footage from the last Dubwise Atlanta event which featured Jesse Royal, Mr. Williamz, Yaadcore, Aba Shaka, DJ Passport, Farinheits Creation, and Highlanda Sound. Thanks for the #reggae support #ATL.