Listen 2 the Call

By Michael Conally

February 24th, 2010

Jamaica's music fraternity unite for the historic recording "Listen2theCall".

Yesterday, at precisely 16:53 (or 4:53 p.m.) Haiti time the Jamaican Haiti help initiative Listen 2 the Call was launched. It’s a song recorded by a glittering array of over 30 leading Jamaican artists and personalities in aid of Haiti development in the aftermath of the earthquake which struck that nation on January 12, 2010.

Produced by Handel Tucker, Listen2theCall features many of Jamaica’s greatest talents including Sly & Robbie, Toots (of Toots & The Maytals), Marcia Griffiths, Maxi Priest, Diana King, Luciano, Barrington Levy, Beres Hammond and dub poet Mutabaruka along with more than 25 other artistes and musicians.

The project, which is co-ordinated by brand specialist Andrea Davis (International Reggae Day), was the brainchild of songwriter Raymond Azan (For Jamaica Inc.) and producer Handel Tucker (Jamaican Groove Society).

Proceeds from the song and video will be donated to Haiti’s recovery and rehabilitation; the goal being to provide a way for everyone to help, not just today, but for years to come.

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Official Website: Listen2theCall

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About Michael Conally

Michael Conally has written 319 article(s) for Yush. He is the Publisher of Yush, Britain's first and longest established urban culture website. He is also an Entrepreneur, Writer, Journalist, IT Consultant, PR Executive and media professional working across industries to provide marketing, promotional and hosting solutions to clients.

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