It's hard to believe that we only have one week left in 2010. And what a year this has been!
Through your support and encouragement I've had the honor of visiting some cool new places, met really interesting people and started several exciting projects. Most importantly, I've been blessed with several opportunities to share my Dancehall-Soul music with you, all over the world.
To all my Facebook, Twitter and Blog #dancehallsouldiers thanks for the support and for helping us to spread the music far and wide, 2010 would not have been the same without you. Our regular conversations and sometimes heated debates have inspired some hot new music and I can't wait to share them with you.
To all the promoters, festivals, clubs and corporate organizations who booked me for your events this year, it was a pleasure working with you and I look forward to working with you again in the 2011. To every musician and producer who allowed me to create with you this year, thank you and let's make even greater music in the coming year. To the media, radio, television and print, who continue to support my music, thank you and much respect.
On behalf of myself and my management/booking family Zlink Entertainment (Patrick, Natoya, Peter, Deirdre and Sancia), have an amazing holiday filled with love, laughter, music, movies, family, friends and great memories.
From my heart to yours, I truly appreciate you and can't wait to rock with you again in 2011.
Hug Somebody, Love Somebody Happy Holidays Cherine
KINGSTON, JA - 15- Sept -2010 Cherine is back with some hot new singles to entertain her fans. The first in a series of new songs to be officially released is the hard-hitting "Ring The Alarm" produced by Shadow and Dream Queen for the Dancehall-Soul Label. The tune has been growing in popularity and showcases Cherine's versatility as a vocalist and writer.
With strong vocal delivery, Cherine mixes both singing and dj-ing effortlessly on this track. The subject matter on "Ring The Alarm" will be appreciated by her fans, who have come to love her social and political messages, but they will especially love the fact that they can dance to this high energy track on the dance floor. The production revamps the dancehall classic "staggalag riddim" with a 2010 twist.
Cherine performed the riveting new single for the first time last week on TVJ's popular morning show Smile Jamaica and has received positive feedback for the track. She has since been making the rounds, giving strong performances at the Ms. Jamaica World 2010 finals as well as well as a much 'talked-about' appearance on one of the most popular shows on local tv Digicel Rising Stars. With a new video in the works, more collaborations and school tours being planned , Jamaican audiences can look out for more local shows from the 'Dancehall-Soul Queen' over the next two months.
Performances aside, Cherine has been busy in the studio working with several producers including Bobby Digital, Stephen McGreggor, Rommell Marshall, U.I.M, and Ward 21. Also, currently hitting at radio is her recently released dance hall favorite "Hall of Fame", produced by The Wizard.
Cherine with Michael Franti opens for John Mayer's NYC sold out shows
After an exciting weekend where Cherine Anderson rocked back to back, sold out nights at the famed Madison Square Garden, her signature voice chanting "Come Down, Selector!" was heard in a surprising place; blasting from an intro on CNN's morning show. As the hit song "Say Hey (I Love You)" rang out to start the day for countless viewers, it capped off an amazing weekend for Cherine in the Big Apple!
There are very few things that could stop the determined Dancehall-Soulstress from giving a memorable and energetic performance. Braving freezing temperatures and a snowstorm that dumped over 20 inches of snow in New York's Central Park, Cherine came out blazing, bringing Jamaican sunshine and her Dancehall-Soul energy to two sold out performances at the famed Madison Square Garden.
On the first night, Cherine took the stage like a storm and really got the crowd up and moving. Dressed in a classic custom made blazer of royal blue with neon orange accents, Cherine represented more than just Jamaica, she also represented New York by wearing the team colors of the New York Knicks. Backstage she was again rewarded with positive feedback for her performance including a compliment of "great performance" from Warner Music Group's Vice Chairman, Lyor Cohen.
On the second night, Anderson delighted the audience as she rushed onto the stage excitedly and started the show asking, "New York, yuh ready? Cause dis is a Dancehall-Soul ting"! Her entrance ignited many to stand up for what was an impressive one hour set filled with Dancehall-Soul-Rebel-Rocking goodness. The back to back Madison Square Garden performances were a first for both Cherine and Michael Franti & Spearhead.
Cherine continues to make a statement with her powerful voice as well as her unbelievable onstage presence. As we spoke with her, it was clear that her first appearance inside Madison Square Garden really meant a lot to the up and coming starlet. "I really am in awe of this venue. There have been so many legends that have performed on this stage. I just get goose bumps being in this building." Performing alongside Michael Franti & Spearhead, the onstage chemistry was a real delight for the fans in the arena. On this New York tour stop Cherine continued her movement of appreciating new fans and charming current fans as she took time to meet them and sign autographs.
According to Cherine, "As the tour continues I am learning a lot of positive things which are only making me a better performer. I am enjoying meeting the many music fans throughout the tour and having a chance to thank them for their support."
Toronto, Canada Feb 17, 2010 Cherine sharing some Dancehall-Soul on John Mayer's "Battle Studies" Tour
CHERINE is spreading her wings and winning over new fans one show at time. Cherine, who was recently honored with the "Vocalist of the Year 2009" award at the 6th Annual EME Awards, is currently on a 47 date North American arena tour, joining Michael Franti and Spearhead to open for multi-platinum selling, Grammy Award winning singer/songwriter John Mayer. Recently, the tour hit Canada with an energetic, sold out show at Toronto's Air Canada Center. Cherine, performing with Franti and Spearhead, are set to play to similar audiences in Ottawa and Montreal before heading back stateside. Mayer's "Battle Studies" tour started a little over a week ago in South Florida and will wrap up in Chicago in April.
Franti's Impact: Cherine, whose talents were featured on several tracks on Franti and Spearhead's latest album All Rebel Rockers, including the Billboard Chart topping hit "Say Hey (I Love You)", continues to fly the Jamaican flag very high, sharing her brand of Dancehall Soul music with the world. This is Cherine's first arena tour, and from updates on her YouTube channel "CherineTV", it is clear that the songbird is having a great time. Regarding Cherine's rapidly progressing career, she spoke of her recently released video for her powerful song "Shine On Jamaica" and said, "Every night is a new opportunity to shine on this tour." She continued, "The fans that are coming out for the tour are so amazing. The arenas are mostly full by the time we hit the stage, and by the end of the set people are standing and dancing. Being a part of this amazing show with the high energy of the audience is truly rewarding. " (photo credit: Ben Renschen)
Mayer's Impact: Cherine, who is a big fan of Mayer's music, says, "The first show of the tour I was like a kid in a candy store. I got to watch his show from the sound box (in the middle of the arena). Just being in the midst of the crowd and feeling the energy of the thousands of fans and singing along to all the songs was an incredible feeling. I am learning so much on this tour, and I'll take a lot of positive experiences forward with me. I enjoy meeting the many music fans throughout the tour and thank them for their support."
"Cherine to Di World!"
Tour Dates
· Feb 4 2010 Bank Atlantic Center, Sunrise, Florida
· Feb 5 2010 St. Pete Times Forum Tampa, Florida
· Feb 6 2010 Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena Jacksonville, Florida
· Feb 8 2010 North Charleston Coliseum North Charleston, Florida
· Feb 9 2010 BJCC ARENA Birmingham, Alabama
· Feb 10 2010 Sommet Center Nashville, Tennessee
· Feb 12 2010 Place of Auburn Hills Auburn HIlls, Michigan
· Feb 13 2010 John Labatt Centre London, Ontario , CANADA
· Feb 14 2010 Air Canada Centre Toronto, Ontario, CANADA
· Feb 16 2010 Scotiabank Place Ottawa, Ontario, CANADA
· Feb 17 2010 Centre Bell Centre Montreal, Quebec, CANADA
· Feb 19 2010 Mohegan Sun Arena Uncasville, Connecticut
· Feb 20 2010 Verizon Center Washington DC
· Feb 21 2010 Wachovia Center Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Feb 24 2010 TD GARDEN Boston, Massachusetts
· Feb 25 2010 Madison Square Garden New York, New York
· Feb 26 2010 Madison Square Garden New York, New York
· Feb 28 2010 Van Andel Arena Grand Rapids, Michigan
· Mar 1 2010 Bradley Center Milwaukee, Wisconsin
· Mar 2 2010 Xcel Energy Centre St.Paul, Minnesota
· Mar 4 2010 Qwest Center Omaha Omaha, Nebraska
· Mar 5 2010 Ford Center Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
· Mar 6 2010 Toyota Center Houston, Texas
· Mar 8 2010 Frank Erwin Center Austin, Texas
· Mar 9 2010 American Airlines Center New Orleans, Louisiana
· Mar 12 2010 Nationwide Arena Columbus, Ohio
· Mar 13 2010 Freedom Hall Louisville, Kentucky
· Mar 15 2010 Greensboro Coliseum Complex Greensboro, North Carolina
· Mar 16 2010 John Paul Jone Arena Charlottesville, Virginia
· Mar 17 2010 Philips Arena Woolsey, Georgia
· Mar 19 2010 Fedex Forum Memphis, Tennessee
· Mar 20 2010 Scottrade Center Saint Louis, Montana
· Mar 22 2010 Sprint Center Kansas City, Montana
· Mar 23 2010 Pepsi Center Denver, Colorado
· Mar 25 2010 STAPLES Center Los Angeles, California
· Mar 26 2010 HP Pavillion San Jose, California
· Mar 27 2010 Mandalay Bay Events Center Las Vegas, Nevada
· Mar 30 2010 Rose Garden w/ John Mayer Portland, Oregon
· Mar 31 2010 Key Arena Seattle, Washington
· Apr 1 2010 General Motors Place Vancouver, British Columbia, CANADA
Singer/Songwriter Cherine (Anderson) was recognized with the "Vocalist of the Year 2009" award at the 6th Annual Excellence in Music and Entertainment Award ceremony in Kingston, Jamaica on Thursday, February 4, 2010. This marks Cherine's second EME award win and fifth nomination.
When asked how she felt about her win, she responded, "I feel honored to have won this award and really want to thank all who voted for me. It does feel good to be recognized for your work.My team Zlink Entertainment and I have put in a lot of hard work over the last year and it feels like everything is coming together. This award is really encouraging to me.I think people are beginning to understand me more as an artist, and that's all that I could ever ask for."
STUDIO ONE TRIBUTE
A stunning Cherine took to the stage in tribute to Studio One and ignited the crowd with her soulful voice singing a rendition of the Studio One classic "The First Cut is the Deepest". Cherine made an instant connection as she walked into the audience and performed up close and personal to their delight. "It was so much fun. I didn't feel pressured to sing the tune any particular way, so I just made it my own and I think the audience appreciated it."
She's passionate, soulful, empowering and full of youthful positive vibes. Dancehall Soulstress Cherine Anderson, arguably the busiest and one of the most talented young female Jamaican singers today, is set to grace the mainstage of Jamaica Jazz and Blues festival on Thursday, January 28, at The Greenfield stadium in Trelawny. Anderson will perform alongside Babyface, The Whispers, Joss Stone, Monty Alexander and Joe Roy Jackson.
A musical breath of fresh air, the young artist hails from the tough streets of East Kingston, Jamaica, and has spent the last two years building a reputation of hard-hitting songs and captivating live performances. Cherine became familiar to Jamaican audiences first as an acclaimed child actress, having starred in two of Jamaica's most successful films, Dancehall Queen and One Love. She has been nominated for multiple awards and was named Best Actress in a feature by MTV2 for the film One Love.
Movies aside, the singer/songwriter's debut recording "Good Love" appeared on Sly & Robbie's Grammy Award nominated album Anniversary. Media and reggae music lovers both at home and abroad quickly took notice of Anderson's powerful voice . She has been steadily rising with local hits like "Coming Over Tonight", "Kingston State of Mind", "Good Love" and more recently "Talk if Yuh Talking" and "Shine On Jamaica".
When asked what we can expect from her performance on Jazz, she responds, "Come out and expect to have a good time. There is a lot going on in the world right now so this performance is more than just entertainment, it's for a cause. Jazz & Blues has decided to donate to Haiti's Earthquake Relief, and I'm gonna give it my everything. I'll be performing something extra special for my supporters and those who will be seeing me for the first time."
Last year was a big year for Anderson. She performed at three events celebrating the inauguration of U.S. President Barack Obama in Washington DC (The Green Ball, The Peace Ball, Rock the Vote/Calvin Klein inaugural party), as well as the World Games Special Olympics in Idaho, USA. In August 2009, Cherine made history by becoming the first Jamaican female singer to hit the Billboard Rock charts. She is credited as a featured performer on Michael Franti and Spearhead's "Say Hey (I Love You)" single. The song peaked at #1 on Billboard Heatseekers charts as well as iTunes Alternative Charts. "Say Hey (I Love You)" also reached #18 on the Billboard Hot 100 Charts, and simultaneously registered on six other Billboard charts (Digital Songs, Pop Song, Adult Contemporary, Adult Pop Songs and the Radio Songs charts).
Only in her twenties, Anderson has already collaborated on official remixes with legendary artists including Madonna, Sir Paul McCartney, Britney Spears and Wyclef Jean, all before releasing her much anticipated debut album, which is scheduled to be released in 2010. Anderson spent last year touring Europe, Australia and North American with drum and bass legendary duo Sly & Robbie, the prolific Michael Franti & Spearhead and multi-platinum rock band Counting Crows. She also made her US television debut with Spearhead, appearing on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson and recently performed live on the Ellen Degeneres Show.
Having won the award for "Best New Female Artist" at the Excellence in Music and Entertainment Awards in 2007, Anderson is this year being acknowledged for her outstanding contribution in 2009, racking in nominations for "Female Vocalist of the Year" as well as "International Artist of the Year."
This EME nominee saw success with her two singles "Talk if yuh Talking" and "Shine on Jamaica" from her critically acclaimed EP "The Introduction-Dubstyle". "Talk if yuh Talking" was highly rotated on many video charts in Jamaica and the Caribbean and peaked at # 2 after spending 26 weeks on Richie B's Jamaica Weekly Music Countdown. It also peaked at #1 for two weeks on the New York Reggae Charts giving Anderson her first #1 for 2010. The female-empowered hit is currently # 2 on the South Florida charts. In addition, Anderson's second single "Shine on Jamaica" experienced major success on reggae charts abroad, peaking at #1 on both the New York and South Florida charts and made the top ten of several European reggae charts.
The Kingston-bred singer has spent the last twelve months touring the world, exposing her Dancehall Soul sound to more than 1,000,000 concert goers. She also performed at three Inaugural events for US President Barack Obama as well as the World Games Special Olympics. Anderson made major strides when "Say Hey (I Love You)," a song she was featured on with tourmates Michael Franti & Spearhead hit the Billboard Charts in early September.
"Say Hey" made Anderson the first Jamaican female to hit the Billboard Rock Charts and registered on six Billboard Charts simultaneously. The song also hit the top ten on the iTunes charts and well as the US Top 40 charts. "Say Hey (I Love You)" is still on the Billboard charts after twenty weeks and has positioned Anderson as one to watch in 2010. With her highly anticipated debut studio album scheduled to be released this year as well as an upcoming performance at the Jamaica Jazz and Blues festival at the Trelawny Stadium, fans should expect this young, fabulous, and talented artist to continue to entertain in new and exciting ways. To vote for Cherine, visit the webpage for the EME Awards, www.emeawards.com
Kingston, Jamaica - (Jan 11, 2009) - Billboard charting Dancehall Soulstress Cherine Anderson turned up the heat in Red Hills St. Andrew last Thursday night, during an island wide cold front, to shoot the video to her hot new video "You Turn Me On" with Natel. The video, directed by Kevin Lee, was shot by a complete Jamaican crew and produced by Jan'l Hastings-Robinson for Zlink Entertainment/ Dancehall Soul Productions. The set was abuzz with local media all night, eager to capture Anderson in a metallic purple swimsuit. From one look to the next, Anderson and Natel excited the observers and many commented on the chemistry between the two young singers.
We asked Cherine about her experience recording the song with Natel and she responded, "It was really easy, he is very talented. It was really cool to actually be able to record "You Turn Me On" with both of us in the studio together, it helped to make the song more believable."
Jumping in the frigid swimming pool a little after midnight, all the crew and assistance on set watched Anderson in awe. Many sought cover under thick sweaters from the chilling winds, but Anderson, being the consummate professional, was all smiles and continued the shoot . With a modest request for some hot tea during breaks, the petite beauty gave a convincing performance, even joking at one point that it felt like a nice summer day on Hellshire beach.
When Natel was asked about working with Anderson he responded, "It was truly a very exciting experience, one which was filled with a great vibe in a lovely atmosphere. I'm happy and honoured to have been offered the opportunity to work with Cherine on my very first project."
"You Turn Me On" is currently Number 17 on the Jamaica Weekly Music Countdown. It is one of two videos that will be released for Cherine over the next three weeks. The video for the chart topping "Shine On Jamaica" will also be released in January.
Fresh off a series of successful live shows Anderson wraps 2009 with a solid performance at Sting. After spending months touring across three continents and making her billboard charts debut Cherine returned to Jamaica post tour and released three hot singles Talk If Yuh Talking, Real love and Hey Baby. It didn't take long for Cherine to be approached to perform at numerous live shows and charity events for the Holiday season. Anderson who started her foundation Reach One Child, which assists with school supplies and tuition for need-based students, in 2003 was very passionate about giving back this holiday.
First up was Usain Bolt's 9.58 Charity Superparty in Richmond, St. Ann. This show proved to be the perfect platform for Cherine to give her fans a taste of her new music. Clad in sequined shorts, a long black sleeveless coat that opened down the middle to expose some fabulous black knee high boots, she rocked fashion as well as the stage with hits such as Ring The Alarm, Real Love and Coming Over Tonight.
Only a few days later she joined forces with world reknown Trombonist Nambo Robinson and Lecturer/Guitarist Maurice Gordon and performed a short but powerful set to raise funds for music students at the Edna Manley College. The lawns of Jamaica's National Botanical Garden, Hope Gardens, provided the perfect backdrop for the "Evening of Fine Dinning and Music" and fans were able to experience Anderson do her thing in a very intimate setting.
With little rest, Cherine hit the stage again, this time with a live band at the National Indoor Sport Centre for the Asafa Powell Foundation's "A Night on Tracks." She teased the crowd with songs like Good Love and You Turn me On, a duet with Natel and was met with loud cheers, especially from the women, on the female empowered hit Talk if yuh Talking.
Cherine wrapped December with a strong performance at STING 2k9. Introduced as the 'little lady with a powerful voice'" she greeted the approximately 10,000 strong hardcore dancehall patrons at about 4am and delivered songs like Ring the Alarm, Real Love and Coming Over tonight, with The Living Fire (Chuck Fenda) , which was well received by the audience . By all accounts Cherine's performance was solid as she delivered in her first solo STING performance. Additionally, her sense of style was apparent as her outfit was a sight for sore-eyes. Rocking a one-sleeved gold and black cat suit Anderson accentuated with Jamaica's own Reve Jewelers' custom made jewelry aptly titled "Sting". In 2009 she has grown as a singer/songwriter and continues to show her versatility as a performer.
You can log on to www.myspace.com/cherineanderson for the latest updates and follow Cherine at www.youtube.com/cherinetv for music videos and snippets of her performances.
Dancehall-Soulstress Cherine Anderson is the Nov/Dec cover girl for BUZZZ Caribbean Lifestyle Magazine. In a nine page spread Jamaica's "it" songstress turns the heat up with sexier, fiercer fashion and make-up that makes you say WOW. She also talks with Lifestyle Editor Tyrone Reid about love, her upcoming debut album, family and being all over the Billboard charts.
The young fashionista worked with a complete Jamaican team to achieve the looks and was very happy with the outcome . Her glam squad included respected Jamaican photographer Dwayne Watkins, make-up artist Donnette Bacchas and stylists Ali Lue, Michael Atkinson and Duane Bennett . She rocks one-of-a-kind pieces from a few designers including the talented Reve Jewelry and Ali Lue Couture.
Dancehall Soulstress Cherine Anderson recently showed another side when she opened for multi-talented Okinawan trio - Isamu Shimoji, Sunday, and Yukito Ara, to a packed audience at the Embassy of Japan's Traditional Concert on December 7, 2009, at the Courtleigh Auditorium. The day before the concert a select few were invited by the Ambassador of Japan to Jamaica, His Excellency Hiroshi Yamaguchi and his wife, to lunch at their home in Kingston. Stories shared about Anderson's time spent in Japan and pleasantries exchanged made for a wonderful afternoon, and a great prelude to the event. Anderson, a past recipient of the T.A.K.A.S.E. Foundation Scholarship, spent one year at the prestigious Keio University in Tokyo, Japan studying Japanese Language and Literature. With performing arts engrained in every fiber of her being, it didn't take her long to find her niche on campus and she performed at many campus events along with other Japanese student performers.
At the Embassy Concert Cherine, clad in a beautiful, body-hugging, long indigo dress, addressed the audience in Japanese and proceeded to sing in their native tongue, the popular Japanese song "First Love" by Utada Hikaru. Jamaicans, Japanese, dignitaries and diplomats who were in attendance were all very impressed as was evident with the applause she received after her performance. According to Ms. Chihiro Irisawa, cultural officer for the Embassy of Japan and event organizer, "As a consequence of Cherine's performance in Japanese and English, the concert was a complete success. The Embassy was pleased to have been able to extend to the Japanese and Jamaican audience such a high caliber of music." If this is any indication of things to come for Cherine Anderson, we can all rest assured that even greater things lie ahead for the multi-talented singer/actress.
