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."
