Monday, September 28, 2009

The Second Annual" Reggae For Justice" Benefit Concert to aid her sons' defense in his battle with the NYPD.

September 22nd 2009: NY Radio personality "Micheboo" announces the second annual" Reggae For Justice" Benefit Concert to aid her sons' defense in his battle with the NYPD.


The concert will be held on Sunday, October 11th 2009 at CPAC night club located at 1020 East 48th St. Brooklyn, NY.

George Crooks, CEO of Jammins Entertainment and the proprietor of the club donated the space. Jamaica's Barry White, Reggae Crooner Mikey Spice volunteered his talents to help raise funds for the legal battle. Other top acts include the Rootsman Bushman, Ansel Meditations, Michael Palmer, Keeling Beckford and Ed Robinson back by popular demand, ready willing and able, whom all participated in last years' fundraiser. Charmaine Dacosta & Kayla Bliss will represent for the ladies. Cherry Rock, Judah Eskender Tafari from the 12 Tribes of Israel and a surprise guest artist will also attend. The backing bands include "Derrick Barnett & The Statement Band" and "The All Stars Band".


Music will be facilitated by the legendary “Sir Tommy's Hi- Fi”, “D.J. Dwayne” of Love Stereo, & “African Violet Roots Selection”. The event will feature a Reggae Marketplace and dinner will be provided by Katashe's and Barry's Jerk Delight. Donations are $20.00 at the door, donors who are interested in larger donations will be able to do so at the event. All proceeds to aide Isus Thompson's Defense.

On June 6th, 2008 in Forest Hills Queens Isus Thompson was brutalized by NYPD officers who exercised police misconduct and used excessive force. This action resulted in Isus being hospitalized for the remainder of the year. Isus, a young man with his entire life ahead of him has been traumatized by the incident. He remained in a catatonic state for months and was unable to walk or talk after his encounter with the police. He is currently incarcerated at Rikers Island facing serious charges. The aim of Reggae For Justice is to raise funds to assist with Isus's defense. This includes but is not limited to medical experts and legal assistance in all aspects of the case.

THIS EVENT IS SPONSORED BY CPAC NIGHTCLUB, WHITNEY MEDIA,
93.5 F.M WVIP PRODUCERS, KEELING RECORDS, YARDMANSTYLE,
THE EYE COLLECTION, NATURAL SOUNDS, BABA ROOTS, ROYAL,
MATURE, LINKAGE & WHA GWAAN RADIO, RUFF STUFF BAND and KONJO CROCHET.

For further information: contact Michelle “Micheboo” Thompson phone: 347-892-4737, 646-660-2607, 718-778-9470 email: mitsimusic@yahoo.com


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