Tantro Metro and Devonte Give it to Rock with Squeeze!

After a nice evening of suits and gowns, the crowd at Rock with Squeeze was ready to let their hair down...literally. When 10 PM it was officially time to ROCK at the biggest Monday night party in the city.

Pre-performances,Kevin Crown kept the crowd jumping and and the ladies whining like it was Carnival.


Then the soca diva Jadine hit the stage and kept the party going, singing a few of her new tracks, including "Don't Call My Phone." She even gave a little narrative about the inspiration behind the song, and many of the ladies could relate to having a crazy lady call looking for her man.

But of course the crowd was anxious and waiting to see Tantro Metro and Devonte go on, and they didn't have to wait long. The dancehall pioneers have been around for over a decade, and came to share some of their songs.

The crowd definitely had its favorites, and it was the two songs that are still in rotation today, "Give it to Her" and "Everyone Falls in Love."

Even after the performances ended, the night was just beginning. JAM ROCK with Squeeze-the party- picked up where everyone had left off.





Nothing is better than a Monday night at SOBs, rocking with Squeeze and JAMROCK Magaine. Don't miss out next week when we host the beautiful Tessanne Chin!

You must RSVP to be on the guestlist. Cover is only $5 before 7:00 PM on the list, and $20 after or without RSVP.

Dress is trendy/chic, this is a 21+ event.
RSVP to rsvp@jamrockmagazine.com

Brick & Lace's New Video - Bad to Di Bone

Check out new video from Reggae/Dancehall duo Brick & Lace - Bad to Di Bone

Tyler Perry's Latest Box Office Hit Gets a B- For Effort

By Khandyce Menard

After over a two-year hiatus from a lead role, Tyler Perry has finally brought our favorite trash-talking and pistol-packing grandma back to the big screen. The Black dramedy drew huge numbers at the box office opening weekend making $41 million.

In Madea Goes to Jail, Mabel Simmons, better known as Madea, continues her out-of-control antics. The movie begins a funny montage of Madea mug shots, chronicling the short-tempered senior’s numerous brushes with the law for prostitution, drugs, and violence. Despite her history of violations, Madea continually managed to get off until the law finally caught up with her. Judge Mathis plays the role of the no-nonsense judge that finally sentences her to prison.

The movie seemed to go downhill from there. Perry stuck to the formula he is known for, which includes his over-the-top situations and jumble of plots and subplots. While Madea is the title character, much of the movie follows the love triangle between Assistant DA Josh (Derek Luke), his fiancée Linda (Ion Overman), and Josh’s childhood friend Candy (Keisha Knight Pulliam). When Josh discovers Candy had become a prostitute, he jumps through hoops to try to help her stay out of trouble and get her life together. For most of the movie it’s clear that there is something more than just friendship between the two, which creates a strain between Josh and his fiancée, but the extent of their relationship isn’t explained until later in the movie.

Up to this point, even through Perry is able to elicit some laughs at different points in the movie, most of them come from his references to Madea’s swearing, gun toting, or beating someone down. When she isn’t doing that, the laughs are fewer and farther between.

Final Grade: I hate to say it but Madea seemed like a long drawn out soap opera. It was predictable, and the humor borderline juvenile, yet ironically still entertaining. In a time when we all have much greater worries on out minds, who wants to be drained by a heavy drama? It managed to keep me awake, didn’t make me cry, and was mildly funny. Madea Goes to Jail gets a B- for effort.

ROCK with Squeeze and Tantro Metro and Davonte

On Monday Feb 23, 2009 the dynamic duo of Dancehall, Tanto Metro and Devonte known for their international hits"Everyone Falls in Love" and "Give it to Her" will show the Rock with Squeeze family why their chemistry is unmatched! Jadine, the upcoming soca diva, will also show off her vocals with songs like "Stay in Touch" and "Phone Call".

Musical vibes by Kevin Crown, DJ Gravy & Micro Don spinning the best in Reggae, Dancehall, Soca, R&B and much more!

Make sure you RSVP for next Monday Feb. 23rd Text JAMROCK and your guest names to 25827 or e-mail rsvp@jamrockmagazine.com. Only $5 if you are on the guestlist. The guestlist closes at 7:00pm, $20 after. Make sure you get there early! Doors open at 6pm

And you thought it couldn't get any better...

Well it has! After last Monday there's no excuse in the world to miss another Rock with Squeeze.With each passing week Rock with Squeeze continues to grow at a phenomenal rate. Even when it seemed like we couldn't top ourselves, we did. It was an amazing site to see how the turnout has doubled, maybe even tripled, in only a few weeks at SOB's.

The excitement was in the air early on as the crowd eagerly anticipated the lineup we had in store, but of course at Rock with Squeeze there are always more surprises.

A new young and gifted group called Under the Rasta Influence made their Rock with Squeeze debut to open the show up.

When the immensely talented men of L.U.S.T. came together they definitely brought some lust to the ladies. The sound of their voices joining together in sweet harmony was enough to send shivers down your spine.

Topping that would've been hard for anyone else, but we had the perfect answer to that. Last minute surprise addition Serani drove the volume up even more when he jumped on stage to perform his hits "No Games" and newest single "Mama Still Hungry."

And of course we love surprises, and we had a very special one in mind for the ladies. Singing sensation Ghost jumped on stage to tease the ladies with a brief serenade, just enough to have us all wanting more. We won't have to wait long because Ghost will be returning to finish what he started at a future Rock with Squeeze so stay tuned for the announcement.


Assassin's performance seemed more like a full blown concert as he performed a medley of his biggest hits, including "Idiot Ting Dat," "Guide and Protect Me," and "Hotter than Her." His performance was high-energy from start to finish and he proved that he wasn't afraid to get hot and sweaty, (and at times straight-up raunchy), much to the delight of all his lady fans in the audience.

Kevin Lyttle closed things out bringing some excitement of his own, as he performed "Turn Me On," and his new tune "Anywhere."



But of course, we're not done! Join us at SOB's next week as dancehall duo Tanto Metro and soulful singer Jadine hit the stage. Stay tuned for any additional announcements later in the week.

Don't Miss Dancehall DJ Assassin and Soca Singer Kevin Lyttle This Monday!

Monday Feb 16, 2009 The versatile Dancehall DJ, ASSASSIN will be in the building performing hits like "Guide & Protect" "Gully Sit'n" and " Weh Do Dem Guy Deh". Known for his lyrical word play, the popular DJ is sure to make the ladies scream!



Soca sensation Kevin Lyttle, known for his smashing billboard hit "Turn Me On", will be the first Soca artist to appear at Rock with Squeeze. It is guaranteed to be the perfect Caribbean fusion not to be missed!



Ilhame, an upcoming singer from Paris will show off her sultry R&B vocals. Reggae band, Under the Rasta Influence, is set to hit the stage for the first time as well. Musical vibes by Kevin Crown, DJ Gravy & Micro Don spinning the best in Reggae, Dancehall, Soca, R&B and much more!



Make sure you RSVP for next Monday Feb. 16th Text JAMROCK and your guest names to 25827 or e-mail rsvp@jamrockmagazine.com. Only $5 if you are on the guestlist. The guestlist closes at 7:00pm, $20 after. Make sure you get there early! Doors open at 6pm.

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Another JAM Packed Event Featuring Kymani Marley!

If you missed Jam Rock with Squeeze and Kymani Marley this past week, you missed a lot! We had the biggest Jam Rock with Squeeze turnout by far, with HUNDREDS packing into Sob's. The line began forming before the doors even opened at 6, with people eagerly anticipating the incredible lineup of performances we had planned.
The New Kingston Band brought their A game once again, opening up with the crowd favorites "Dreadlocks" and "Empress."

We changed things up a bit in honor of Black History Month with a special video segment. The lovely Empress Jeanille premiered the new BET J special "Top 20 Moments in Reggae" for the crowd, and judging by the reactions it will definitely be a hit. The crowd was moved by watching some of the most influential Caribbean and American men and women of our time, and how the progress they have made has helped to get us to where we are today.


An amazing new comer named Khalilah made her debut as well, and captivated the audience with her beautiful music. Splicerr followed her with another great performance.


Special guest Gramps Morgan came out and had the crowd singing along to "Down by the River," but everyone was shocked and even more excited when he brought out a surprise guest of his own, the lovely and extremely talented Miss India Arie! They sang a special rendition of "Wash My Tears" for the crowd to groove to.


Anywhere else this lineup alone would've been enough to send everyone home entertained and happy, but of course, at JAM ROCK with Squeeze the excitement never ends that early. It was only the beginning!


By the time Kymani Marley came out SOBs was already packed from wall to wall, and you could feel the excitement in the air as everyone stood shoulder to shoulder dancing, singing, and just having a good time.

Kymani had the whole place singing along as he sang a special tribute to his father, including "No Woman No Cry" and "Dear Dad," and then drove the ladies wild with his rendition of "Turn the Lights Down Low."

But once he took his blazer off he was all about business! He rapped a crowd favorite "One Time" and a new track "Armed and Dangerous" which was an ode to his life in the streets. He definitely has an amazing stage presence and knows how to work a crowd.

JAMROCK Magazine will continue to rise to new levels each and every week, and we can promise it will keep getting better as we continue to bring you the hottest names in Caribbean music. Don't miss next week when dancehall DJ and superstar Assassin and soca sensation Kevin Lyttle bring new sounds and vibes to JAM ROCK with Squeeze.

Don't forget to RSVP with your name to rsvp@jamrockmagazine.com or text Jamrock to 25827 to put yourself on the guestlist for a special reduced admission of $5. Doors open at 6 pm but get there early because the guestlist closes at 7 pm and admission after (or without RSVP) is $20.

Dresscode is trendy/chic, and this is a 21+ event

Alaine graced the stage at SOBs and didn't disappoint!

Once again, Jam Rock with Squeeze was the biggest and best Monday night party in NYC! This past Monday the fans packed in once again, this time to enjoy the melodic tunes of miss Alaine.


Kevin Crown started a little differently,taking it back with a set of classic R&B hits.


There were a lot of ladies in the place, and they were definitely feeling the grown and sexy vibe.

We mixed it up even more with comedian Mark Theobald, who surprised the crowd with his hilarious, and at times a little raunchy, humor.



Benny Bwoy and Lynx brought the music back to the crowd, getting them warmed up and ready for the main event.


Then miss Alaine stole the show singing "Sacrifice," "Rise in Love," "Make me Weak," and a handful more of her best songs. Not only is she vocally gifted, she was able to engage the crowd with great interaction. One lucky guy got the most personal with Alaine when she called him on stage to dance with her.


He had a great time with Alaine grinding and whining up on him. After performing the last song "Rise in Love," the crowd had enjoyed the set so much they called her back for an encore.



The energy was crazy in SOBs, and once 12 hit the people were ready to party.


The stage was free reign for any audience members who thought they could dance, and they all came up when "Nuh Linga" came on.

For three consecutive weeks in a row, JAM ROCK with Squeeze has had an amazing turnout and continues to grow. If you haven't been yet, what rock have you been hiding under?!


Don't miss out this week when Ky-Mani Marley blesses Jam Rock with Squeeze with a special birthday tribute to his father, and don't forget to send your name to rsvp@jamrockmagazine.com to add your name to the guestlist. You MUST be on the guestlist to attend.

Cover: $5 on the guestlist before 7:00 PM, $20 after so get there early!

Alaine graced the stage at SOB