Have a Reggae Christmas with Clinark! He has a new collaboration with the House of Riddim Band, Austria.
Reggae singer, songwriter and producer, Clinark (pronounced Klin_ark), released a new song Yes It’s Christmas on 4th December 2013. Clinark says, ” I am always inspired to write songs at Christmas and it was the same this year. I wanted to capture the spirit of Christmas while remaining true to the meaning of the occasion. The Lovers Rock style seemed to suit the mood of the track.” .It is a new collaboration on the River Fall Riddim with producer Sam Gilly with House of Riddim, Austria, who he also worked with on previous song “Babylon City.”
Clinark (real name Clinarke Dill) is known for his previous works in Reggae, notably his album,Tribute to Michael Jackson, A Legend and A warrior.(2010) The 18 track album covers songs with what Dill calls a”‘Reggae Twist” and two acoustic mixes. This album was also nominated for British Reggae Industry Awards (BRIA) in the Best British Album category as well as “Journey To Foreign.” The 20 track album included collaborations with Maxi Priest with the song “As a Man I Weep.” He received a nomination for “Song of the Year” (2009). He also collaborated with Richie Spice, Luciano, Kofi, Brinsley Forde (Aswad) Gramps and Peetah Heritage and Fantan Mojah and more.
Clinark’s recent releases includes No More War”(2013). A sequel to “Babylon City” which was inspired by the UK Summer Riots in 2011, which began in Tottenham, near Clinark’s home in Edmonton, London, England. He also collaborated on Songweavers RAY OF HOPE for the 4th International Charity CD (International Peace Project) lyrics by Shimon Peres, President of Israel.
Yes It’s Christmas is out now on on Clinark’s own record label, Nurture Projects Music . It is on digital download, price 99.pence on ITunes, Amazon & CD Baby etc. Clinark previously released, “Give A Love on Christmas Day” (2012). Both songs are on rotation on Christmassongsradio.com and other stations. A YouTube video for this song will be available on Nurture Projects Channel.
” Yes it’s Christmas” Credits: Lyrics C.Dill & Juliet L. Edwards, Nurture Projects Music (c) 2013.Music: River Fall Riddim (c) 2013.Sam Gilly, Manfred Scheer, Motas Billah Syed, Herb Pirker,Produced by Sam Gilly at House of Riddim, Austria. Saxes-Gerald Huber.Guitars-Herb Pirker.Keyboards-Parvez Syed,Bass-Manfred Scheer.Drums, Keyboards-Sam Gilly. Mixed & Mastered by Johnathan McMillan at Blue Pro, Smokehouse Studios,London.
A You Tube video was released on 19 December 2013. Clinark directed it himself and is filmed on location in Enfield Town, Edmonton Green and Jubilee Park in North London, England.
Clinarks rendition of RAY OF HOPEfor the 4th International Charity CD International Peace Project
This project was made possible by the members of songweavers.com , a web site dedicated to promoting musical collaboration, by breaking down the barriers between people, be they geographical, racial, religious, stylistic and even those of unequal or no musical backgrounds whatsoever.
Shimon Peres, the ninth President of Israel (2007–2014), Nobel Peace Prize Laureate and visionary, was the first to realize the peace making potential of this project and he penned the lyrics to a song named “Ray of Hope” which he donated to Songweavers.com.
Members from all over the world, including Australia, Austria, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, China, Egypt, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Iran, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Laos, Pakistan, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Singapore, Spain, Sudan, Sweden, Tanzania, The Czech Republic, The Netherlands, The Ukraine, Turkey, UK, USA, Bermuda,Vietnam and The Native American Cherokee Band rallied up and created many different and beautiful versions of this song.
Clinark “The Reggae Torch” original BIRTHDAY TRIBUTE SONG dedicated to the Memory of Michael Jackson on what would have been his 55th Birthday August 29, 2013
“Happy Birthday MJ. Thank you for the INSPIRATION. Your LEGACY lives on and on and on. Forever!” – Clinark
Recorded at Nurture Projects Studio London, UK. Songwriters C.Dilland & J.Edwaeds,
Home Video Tribute put together by Bermuda Reggae Ambassador Clinark in honour of the great, late Michael Jackson. June 25 2013 marked 4 years since his untimely passing.
Clinark says “He was a great inspiration to me as you all can see so I’ve put together this music and done a cover of Human Nature in a Contempary Soul type of vibe with a lil’ reggae feel to pay my respects to a GREAT GREAT man who has inspired me all my life. Thank youu for the Inspiration MJ and YOUR great Musical Legacy that will live on Forever R.I.P. Michael Jackson.”
Written By John Bettis and Steve Porcaro Publishing : Sony/ATV music publishing LLC,Warner/Chappell Music Inc
Reggae singer, Clinark releases his new EP, “They Don’t Care About Us – A Tribute to Michael Jackson.” and music video on 26 February 2013. It is a new Remix of his previous cover.The track features new Dubs and an instrumental versions.
Clinark, achieved prominence for his album “Tribute to Michael Jackson – A Legend and a Warrior,” (2010).This included the previously released single “I’ll Be There.” It was released just 4 days before Jackson’s death in June 2009. The choice of the remixed single ‘They Don’t Care About Us, was made because it was the most popular song on his Tribute album. The album was nominated in Best British Album category by the British Reggae Industry Awards(BRIA). Clinark was also nominated for Best British Newcomer. The long awaited music video will also be premiered on Nurture’s YouTube Channel.
The video was directed and produced by Chris Cargill of D.O.F Productions. Clinark has previously worked with this team on earlier video projects including;”I’ll Be There” and “Life in the Ghetto.” The main choreographer was the Boogie Woman, from “Thrill The World London,” the dance organisation which hosts the worldwide simultaneous dance of Michael Jackson’s “Thriller.” She also directed some of the scenes in the video. Her dance troop of children and young adults were filmed on location at the Kilburn Festival, London (2012).
Look out for the captivating guest appearance of Elena Romanenkova, Michael Jackson tribute dancer and impersonator. She also choreographed and directed her own scenes on location in Ukraine. Musician/singer, Callum ‘Mitch’ Jackson makes a cameo appearance in the video as guitar player alongside Clinark.
This new release follows on from Clinark’s last single “Babylon City (2012). It was his self-penned message for the youth about the previous riots in nearby Tottenham. He was born in Bermuda, where he was in a series of successful Reggae bands. He now resides in Edmonton, North London.
Clinark voiced and produced the re-mixed tracks at Blue Pro Studios in London, UK, working with Engineer, John Webber, . His first cover of this song was recorded at Stingray’s “Big House” Studio in London in 2010. The credits are as follows for “They Don’t Care About Us – A Tribute to Michael Jackson:”Executive Producer: Clinark (C.DILL) NURTURE PROJECTS MUSIC. Lead Vocal: Clinark / Bass: Leroy “Mafia” Heywood / Drums: Dave “Fluxy” Heywood / Lead & Rhythm Guitar: Stanley Andrew / B. Vocals: Barbara Nap & C.Dill / Engineer: Carlton “Dillie” McLeod / The original single was released in 1996 from Michael Jackson’s Album: HIStory :Past Present and Future, Book 1.This is the original publishing information; MICHAEL JOE JACKSON MIJAC MUSIC, WARNER-TAMERLANE PUBLISHING CO, WARNER/CHAPPELL, NORTH AMERICA LIMITED.
Clinark ‘s previous album “Journey to Foreign – Deluxe Edition “( 2011) also received second round nominations for Best British Album by BRIA for his classic Reggae, Roots, Culture and Lovers Rock album. Both edition’s of the album, ‘Journey…'(2008)’ includes collaborations on some of the songs with Maxi Priest, Richie Spice, Luciano, Kofi, Brinsley Forde (Aswad) Irie Love, Fantan Mojah, Gramps Morgan & Peetah Heritage and Troy Anthony. His song from the album “Better Tomorrow” featuring Maxi Priest won a nomination as Song of the Year, (2009)
Clinark says,”I am still overwhelmed that my fans who have supported me through difficult times of late. ” (He suffered a recent loss of a sibling coupled with a resurgence of Vertigo symptoms.) He continues “The Jackson 5 and Michael Jackson were a major musical influence and inspiration to me as I grew up. RIP Michael Joseph Jackson, The Greatest Entertainer of All Time.”
Fans can see Clinark make a rare appearance at The unveiling of the 2.1 m high statue of Michael Jackson on 11 May 2013, in Mistelbach Austria.
Promo copies of “They Don’t Care About Us – A Tribute to Michael Jackson – Remix,” can be obtained by request. Please email:media@clinark.com.
Clinark releases his first official Christmas Song in Reggae/Pop Style, Give A Love On Christmas Day .. a cover of The Jackson 5 original from their 1970 “Christmas Album.”
HAVE A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR. Blessed Holidays From Clinark & Nuture Projects Music!
Reggae singer and songwriter, Clinark (pronounced Klin_Ark), real name Clinarke Dill. His music career started out as a lead singer and musician (keyboard & drums) on the British colony of Bermuda for top Bands ‘Youth Creation’ ‘Studio Six,’ & ‘Jahstice’. He was brought up as a Seven Day Adventist. He is renowned for his ability to span all ranges, extending to tenor, coupled with a captivating spiritual stage presence. His repertoire stretches from Bob Marley to Michael Jackson … read full bio here.
Clinark writes: Bermuda Day in London, June 4th 2012 at Lockside Lounge, Camden Lock was a Blessed Day Indeed with Good Vibes from Start to Finish. Congratulations to all the other fellow artist as well who took part in this Wonderful Event. One Love!
Kass: Guitar also Lead Singer for a big UK Reggae band RAS ITES. They are wicked, like a young version of ASWAD. Adrian: Keyboardist. What a Talent! He plays for many of the Major Artists in the Industry. The LegendaryFLUXY: DRUMS The Legendary Mafia: Bass Guitar. One of the Top Producers in the Reggae industry with over 30 years in the Business with some of UK’s & Europe’s Finest … The Sly n Robbie of Europe!
Sign Of the Times from Clinark’s Journey To Foreign Album – Filmed on Location in England by DOF Films UK directed by Chris Cargil.
PRESS RELEASE – 18 November 2008
Album: Clinark: ‘Journey to Foreign’ UK & Europe Release Date 24th Nov 2008.
Album: ‘Journey to Foreign’
Artist: Clinark: Bermudian/UK solo artist, singer/song writer/producer
Featuring, Gramps Morgan & Peter Heritage (of Morgan Heritage), Richie Spice, Irie Love, Maxi Priest, Luciano, Fantan Mojah, Kofi, & Troy Anthony & Brinsley Forde (Aswad)
Style: Reggae – Modern Roots, Culture & Lovers Rock, New Ska
Label: Nurture Projects (Indie) UK
Europe Release Date 24 November 2008 , Album Release ( Bermuda ) Date: 30 September 2008
Production by Dillie @Stingray, Mafia & Fluxy & Nurture Projects
Includes: ‘Life in the Ghetto Remix Feat Gramps & Peter Morgan’ ‘Angel Eyes’ & Clinark’s ‘Dem Come’ Remix
Clinark’s ‘Journey to Foreign’ album is out Now on CD and mp3 download. This long awaited debut album is set to be a classic Roots & Culture album. Also feat. Richie Spice, Luciano, Maxi Priest, Kofi, Brinsley Forde (Aswad) and Irie Love,Troy Anthony, FantanMojah and Gramps & Peter Morgan. ‘Clinark said ‘ ‘Wow, its been a great 4 year struggle to bring the album out, Mafia & Fluxy and Dillie at Stingray, helped me to produce something so amazing, with all the musicians and artists that believed in me and worked on the project, I feel that they really understood my work and brought it out at its best.’
Copies are available in shops and from our sister site Riviera Roots Wear.com in the UK, ErnieB’s in USA www.ebreggae.com or www.cdbaby. It is also available on digital download on various sites including iTunes, Napster, Amazon, Emusic and many more. The main distributor in Europe is cousinsrecords.com.
More info Please check out the official fan site of Clinark – The Reggae Torch www.clinark.com
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Journey to Foreign Album Music Video
Music Video with Clinark, Gramps Morgan & Peter Heritage
‘Life in the Ghetto’ to be released on 24th October. (Filmed on location in UK -Walthamstow, Stingray Studios, Perivale & Edmonton, and London).
Music Video with Clinark & Irie Love for ‘It’s True’ song on the album. (Filmed on location in UK & Bermuda )Release Date: December 2008.
‘Journey to Foreign ‘Release Party took place in Bermuda on Sat 4th October at Snorkel Park.
Bermuda born Reggae Artist, Clinark, serenaded Bermuda with strong vibes at the release party of his debut studio album ‘Journey to Foreign’ at Snorkel Park. Clinark said ‘I am truly honoured to have such support from the top artists in the industry. I am amazed at that I my work has achieved this level of support , it was hard work that has now paid off , with the feedback alone I am full up’ With a wealth of artists turning out to support Clinark’s landmark achievement in the history of Bermuda’s musical heritage. We had Gramps & Peter Heritage of top international reggae band , Morgan Heritage and beautiful Hawaiian & Jamaican songstress Irie Love, all flying in to perform collaborations on the album. . The set was played in DJ Magic of Souljah One. So to did we have Bermudian super talent, Troy Anthony and stepping up in support was FireKid, BuckWild and RasYohannes
Spredluv’s “Bermuda Day In London” aims to celebrate and promote Bermudian culture, heritage and history through music, cuisine, and more. Each year the festival continues to grow and this year (2012)
with the additional space of the West Yard along with Lockside Lounge there was plenty of room in which to sample a taste of Bermuda throughout the day with authentic Bermudian Cuisine being served off the BBQ including jerk chicken and cod fish cakes with lashings of potato salad and peas and rice on the side, and of course Bermuda’s favourite cocktails – Rum Swizzle and Dark & Stormy. N.B The Lounge stocks a range of Goslings Rum among their amazing collection of worldwide liquors!
The party continued day & night with live music from Bermudian artists
“Bermuda Day Celebrations” is a family friendly event with a Family & Kids Area, Traditional Bermuda Kite Making, a Limbo Competition, Merchandise Stalls, Games & much more …
“Spredluv” is a London based music and creative arts collective that aims to provide a platform for emerging artist from the U.K. and Abroad. With the use of live music events and related events, we bring people together through our events that feature all aspects of our artistic and musical talents.With a collective of artist, designers, poets, rappers, singers, musicians and Djs, our aim is to combine a number of talents on various platforms, thus developing events that further expand the boundaries by offering something that’s fresh and vibrant with a real family feel to it. The journey continues…”
Spredluv’s “Bermuda Day In London” aims to celebrate and promote Bermudian culture, heritage and history through music, cuisine, and more. Each year the festival continues to grow and this year (2012)
with the additional space of the West Yard along with Lockside Lounge there was plenty of room in which to sample a taste of Bermuda throughout the day with authentic Bermudian Cuisine being served off the BBQ including jerk chicken and cod fish cakes with lashings of potato salad and peas and rice on the side, and of course Bermuda’s favourite cocktails – Rum Swizzle and Dark & Stormy. N.B The Lounge stocks a range of Goslings Rum among their amazing collection of worldwide liquors!
The party continued day & night with live music from Bermudian artists
“Bermuda Day Celebrations” is a family friendly event with a Family & Kids Area, Traditional Bermuda Kite Making, a Limbo Competition, Merchandise Stalls, Games & much more …
“Spredluv” is a London based music and creative arts collective that aims to provide a platform for emerging artist from the U.K. and Abroad. With the use of live music events and related events, we bring people together through our events that feature all aspects of our artistic and musical talents.With a collective of artist, designers, poets, rappers, singers, musicians and Djs, our aim is to combine a number of talents on various platforms, thus developing events that further expand the boundaries by offering something that’s fresh and vibrant with a real family feel to it. The journey continues…”
