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Executive Producer/Publisher
Ephraim Martin
Magazine Art Director/MIC
Webmaster
Carlos Omar Perez
Magazine Editor/Operations
Director
Debbie Bass
Media & Public Relations
Barbara Kensey
Kensey Communications
Stage/Production Manager
Camille Jackson
Assistant Stage/Production
Manager
Camille Jackson
Talent/Presentation Director
Tina Nance
Comptroller/Admissions Director
Stephanie Cummings
Talent Relations Manager
Janeen Griffin
Presenter/Seating Coordinator
Tanya Sheree
Seating Coordinator
Jerome Robinson
Social Networking
Nikel Bailey
TV Production Coordinator
Teena Pillow
Video Projectionist
Karl Villanueva
Videographer
Eric Taylor
CMA Staff Content
Video Assistant
Yvonne Martinez
Production Associate
Dr. Robert Scott
Production Assistants
Tom Hayes
L. Crayton (Wiz)
Myrna Dimmit
Dr. Robert Scott
Delores Scott
J.B. Ross
Kelvin Bulger
Tyshon Clark
Tony Moore
Iesha Scott
Crystal Martin
Adrian Strong
Nona Frazier
Nia Frazier
Dianna Fourte
Doris Pandorie Rolland
Valerie Wright
Steve Kensey
Delone Martin
Daniel Martin
Brian Graham
Andrea Marshall
Jennifer Marshall
Jillian Marshall
Johnny Starks
Malika Gosberry
Gelynn Hurt
Joel Stafford
Sadiki
Brent Roland
Doris Roland
Sugie
Trophy Assistants
Kelli Walker
Ethel Harris
Ann Pagan
Chris Evans
Jasmine Clarke
Chrishawanda Willis
Khrystyn Davis
Cosey Bless
Felicia Richardson
5-Martin’s Greetings
7-Mayor’s Greeting
9-Governor’s Proclamation
11-Cook County Circuit Court Clerk,
Dorothy Brown Greetings
13-Welcome to the 29th Chicago Music
Awards
15-CMA Lifetime Achievers: Leanne Faine,
Bill Fitzgerald
15-CMA Producer’s Award: Lenin “Doc”
Pellegrino
17-CMA Special Honorees: Janet Hubert,
Maurice White, Joe Shannon, Benjamin
“Funksman” Osafo
18-Chicago Music Awards, 30 years and
counting
19- John Blu, Rachel Barton Pine, Prism,
Earthen Grave
21- Demi Lobo, Malik Yusef, RPM, Rob
Juice
23- Casper Hosts Main Floor DJ Room: DJ
Gene Hunt, DJ MaddJazz, Doza the Goddess,
DJ Hershey, Anthony M
25-Mobay One hosts the Dome Room:
Winsome Benjamin, DJ Swacky, Slacky J,
Ras Kelly, Freddy Kenton Jr
27-30th IRAWMA Set For Trinidad Tobago
28/29- CMA Program
32/33-CMA Nominees & Categories
34- Routine Immunizations Who Needs
Them?
35- Polkaholics, Phil Tarver, Henhouse
Prowlers
36-CMA Business Directory
37- Photo Flashback
39-2011 Martin’s International Culture
Calendar of Events

Ephraim Martin Greetings
EPHRAIM M. MARTIN
PRESIDENT
It seems as if it was just yesterday that I arrived in this
great city of love, music and people of many-cultures! But
no, it has been 30 years, and I am still here! Tonight we
celebrate our milestone, the 30th anniversary of the Chicago
Music Awards, an event with which I am well pleased.
On behalf of my wife, Justice Shelvin Louise Hall, our
daughter Dana Martin, the sponsors, advertisers,
staff and volunteers of Martin’s International, it is with
great pleasure and pride, I welcome you to this celebration
honoring the best of Chicago’s entertainers.
This evening, we are saluting those who have been nominated
by our panel of music industry experts; especially,
those nominees who have been judged winners by the
public at large. Additionally, special Lifetime Achievement
and Awards of Honor will be given to those who have
made extra-ordinary contributions to the music industry.
In May 1982 when we started what was then known as
the Chicago Reggae Music Awards (CRMA), there were
no forms of recognition for the thousands of outstanding
entertainers in the local music industry. Before long,
we listened to the cries of the entertainers in the various
music genres, calling for inclusion in the music Awards.
Soon, the CRMA evolved into the Chicago Music Awards
(CMA), so that all music genres in the Chicagoland area
could be recognized. I am pleased to say there is hardly
a category of music in Chicago that is not included in the
annual Chicago Music Awards. To learn more about the
categories for awards visit www.chicagomusicawards.org
Lest we forget, Chicago was once the “Mecca”
for the music industry. Some of the nation’s
most outstanding talents came out of this city.
Today, Chicago is home to more than 50,000
entertainers, with live entertainment to supply
all musical appetites for fans age 1 to 100.
Now after thirty years of dedicated service to
the Chicago Music industry, the time has come
for some of our younger or even older people to
pick up the baton and take the CMA to the next
level. To do so please contact Martin’s International
or e-mail: chicagomusicawards@gmail.com .
Tonight’s event is dedicated to “Health Awareness”, to
bring to light the health care challenges being faced by
many members of the Chicago entertainment industry.
Allow me to give special thanks to the participating
sponsors, advertisers, donors, media and fans for helping
to make the Chicago Music Awards successful.
Finally, and most importantly I would like to give special
thanks to our dedicated staff and volunteers for working
to make this evening’s event possible. Many are
featured in this magazine. All have our undying thanks.
Our motto is: “Unity is Strength, Forward Together
Music Shall Conquer.” We ask that you fully
enjoy this star-studded evening of appreciation.

Mayor’s Proclamation

Governor’s Proclamation

Dorothy Brown Greeting

30TH CHICAGO MUSIC AWARDS
HONORS CITY’S DIVERSE MUSICAL DIVERSE
OVER 190 ARTISTS RECEIVE NOMINATIONS IN 45 CATEGORIES
Tonight, Chicago’s top musicians, artists, performers and producers
will walk the “Red Carpet” of Excalibur Nightclub, 632
North Dearborn in the heart of the city’s gold coast for a star-studded
evening--the 30th Annual Chicago Music Awards(CMA)!
Dedicated to “Health Awareness”, Martin’s International Culture,
producers of this prestigious event will honor nominees in
45 different categories that span diverse musical genres. “This
is the only awards program of its kind in Chicago to pay tribute
to Chicago born and bred artists and entertainers,” said CMA
founder & producer Ephraim Martin. “Reggae & Reggaeton,
Jazz & Blues, Rap & Hip Hop, Classical, Country & Western
and even Polka, we have music for nearly every possible taste.”
Gospel legend Leanne Faine and Bill Fitzgerald of the historic
Fitzgerald’s club will be honored with “Lifetime Achievement
Awards”. The “Producer’s Award” will go to Lenin “Doc” Pellegrino
of Kingston Mines, the legendary Blues club. Actress
Janet Hubert, Maurice White(Urban Marketing of America), Joe
Shanahan(Metro Club) and Benjamin “Funkman” Osafo(Unitty
Entertainment) will be given the “Award of Honor”.
Hosts for the evening will be: Actress Janet Hubert(“Fresh Prince
of Bel Air”) and Bluesman Frank Pellegrino(Kingston Mines).
John Blu, Rachel Barton Pine, PRism, Demi Lobo, RPM, Polkaholics,
Malik Yusef, Earthen Grave, Remnance Band, Rob Juice,
Dez Norton, Henhouse Prowlers, Loretta Lee, LEP are just a few
of the many featured performers that will grace the CMA stage.
In recognition of the milestone 30th anniversary of the Chicago
Music Awards, the celebration is moving to another level, with
three stages of activities. The festivities will begin with the VIP
Red Carpet reception, followed by the CMA awards ceremony
and two stages of dance parties. The “Main Stage” will feature
the live awards presentation. Another stage will be devoted to
“House Music” dancing; a second stage will feature “Reggae
Dancehall” along with a mix of pop, disco, Latin and other genres.
For lovers of “House” music, Mr. C famous for the “Casper
Slide” will host a variety of turntable wizardry from DJ’s Gene
Hunt, MaddJazz and Hershey—along with vocalists Anthony
M, Doza the Goddess, AON and Hot 2 Def. For attendees
passionate for Reggae, WNUR radio personality Mobay
One will have the Dome Room rocking with winsome Benjamin,
DJ Swacky, Gueroloco, One Blood Sound System,
DJ Boombastic, Slacky J, Ras Kelly and Kelly Kenton Jr.
Each year, the highly anticipated event pays tribute to Chicago’s
rich musical heritage. Over 190 artists in 45 categories
compete annually; the CMA is the only event of its kind
to honor entertainers across musical genres in the Chicagoland
area. Nominees are selected by a panel of entertainment
industry professionals in each of the music and performance
categories. Nominations are based on originality, sales, social
relevance of material, local and national performances, quality
of performances and stage appearance. Music fans then
vote for their favorites in each category. Ballots are tabulated
and the winners in each category will be announced tonight.
The Chicago Music Awards is made possible with the support
of the following sponsors: NBC 5 Chicago, Rogers Park
Fruit Market, LaFrutera, Inc- Tony Macias, M Holmes Enterprises,
Inc, Music Work Shop, Afrique Magazine, Robert L.
Scott & Associates, Kingston Mines, Herbert Witter- Insurance
Brokers, Inc, Caribbean Shipping and Postal Services,
Atty. Kelvin Bulger, Gail Smith Harris and others. Other
contributors are Big O Movers and Storage, Ethiopian Diamond,
Old World Market, Jamaican Jerk, Wallace Funeral Services,
A.L. Taylor & Associates, Sharon Smith among others.

Each year the Chicago Music Awards give recognition to individuals
in the music industry who have made outstanding contributions
during their musical lifetimes. These are the trailblazers – the innovators
– the survivors. They led the way. The Lifetime Achievement
Award is presented to those pioneers who set the bar high and ran
the race consistently for more than 40 years. Gospel songstress Leanne
Faine and Bill Fitzgerald of Fitzgerald’s Nightclub will receive
the CMA Lifetime Achievement Award and Lenin “Doc” Pellegrino
of Kingston Mines will be honored with the Producer’s Award.
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARDEES
Leanne Faine-Gospel Legend
Music is not foreign to Leanne Faine because
she was born with an intrinsic melodic
distinctive. She celebrates a compelling
music heritage. Her local talents
can be traced back to the churches of Inkster,
Michigan where the sanctuaries were
filled with the flavor of traditional songs
of the late, Reverend James Cleveland
and Evangelist Shirley Caesar. These
two legendary gospel greats were strong
influences in her life and career choices.
When she was 15, she sang with the Southwestern Michigan State
Choir as a lead singer under the direction of the late Mattie Moss
Clark. Leanne also sang background vocals with legendary gospel
greats, Reverend James Cleveland and Evangelist Shirley Caesar.
Just a glance at Leanne’s discography is simply remarkable. In
2001, her project entitled “Leanne” crowns her as one of the leading
soloists in the Gospel Music Industry. However, she did not
stop at that project; she did it again with the powerful live CD and
DVD in “The Conqueror!” “The Conqueror” remained on the Billboard
charts for an awesome 35 weeks. This resulted in her nomination
for a Stellar Award and extensive travel across the United
States performing for mega churches, conferences and workshops.
To whom much is given much is required. Leanne coordinated
and sang background on Vickie Winans’ 2006, “Woman 2
Woman” live CD & DVD recording. She recently completed a
mini tour with Evelyn Turrentine-Agee. She also recorded a
live CD and DVD with current Pastor Bishop Larry D. Trotter.
This magnificent spirit of excellence is certainly demonstrated
on her latest CD project “Serve The Lord.” The woman is just
full of energy and blessed with a gift which keeps on giving.
Bill FitzGerald-FitzGerald’s Nightclub
Three decades have passed since Bill
Fitzgerald and his family opened FitzGerald’s,
in Berwyn. FitzGerald’s was built
in the 1920s and has always been a gathering
spot, from the early days as a hunting
club and watering hole through its
teen years as a jazz club during the ‘50s
and ‘60s, featuring acts like Bob Scobey,
Turk Murphy, Lil Armstrong, and the
Original Salty Dogs. The FitzGerald family
bought and renovated the building in 1980, and since then its
CMA Lifetime Achievers
CMA Lifetime Achievement Award and
Producer’s Award Recipients
reputation for great music in a casual, unpretentious atmosphere
has grown steadily. Chicago Magazine calls it “a musical gem.”
Pivotal scenes from “The Express”, “A League of Their Own,”
“The Color of Money,” “Blink,” and “Adventures in Babysitting”
have all been filmed at FitzGerald’s. The scenes of Rosie
O’Donnell and Madonna dancing in “A League of Their Own,”
Paul Newman and Tom Cruise shooting pool in “The Color of
Money” and Elizabeth Shue singing the blues in “Adventure in
Babysitting”, Bon Jovi’s music video “Lost Highway” have put
the Berwyn roadhouse on the map as a Chicago movie location.
When Fitzgerald and his dad took over the Hunt Club in the early
’80s, they crowned their first year with the “American Music
Festival” over the July Fourth weekend. Earlier that same year,
Fitzgerald had made his first visit to the Jazz & Heritage Festival
in New Orleans, a trip that left an indelible impression on
the musical direction of his own festival. The festival has been
an annual event for three decades. Over the last 30 years, Bill
Fitzgerald has created a Chicago landmark with FitzGerald’s and
left and undeniable musical thumbprint on the city’s music scene.
PRODUCER’S AWARD
Lenin “Doc” Pellegrino-Kingston Mines
Chicago native Lenin “Doc” Pellegrino
was raised on the city’s West side. After
joining the US Army he served in Italy and
was wounded twice. His many commendations,
include two purple hearts and the
Combat Infantry Badge. After the war he
graduated from the University of Illinois
and went on to medical school. During
his long medical career, he became Chief
of Staff at Walther Memorial Hospital. In
his later years, he concentrated his practice
to the West Side, caring mainly for elderly
and low income patients, retiring from active practice in 1994.
During the ‘60’s, Doc also worked for many civil rights causes, including
marching with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in Selma, Alabama
and Cicero, Illinois. It was then when he also discovered his love
of the entertainment business, first working with Alice’s Restaurant
and later opening a coffee house with a neighboring theater. The
Kingston Mines Theatre was housed in an old horse barn on Lincoln
Avenue, sharing space with the Kingston Mines Café. The theater
achieved modest success with their most famous production as the
original incarnation of “Grease.” The café, separate from the theater,
hosted several different types of entertainment(Jazz, Folk, poetry,
movies and games), on the weekends it featured live Blues music.
Unfortunately, the rented building was old and in disrepair,
with the roof caving in one snowy night, forcing them to move
to a safer location. After a short time on Clark Street, Kingston
Mines finally opened in what is its present location on Halsted
Street. It started out as two small store fronts but over the years
has expanded and modernized. Kingston Mines has always been
an interracial Blues club, featuring two live Blues bands every
night of the year. It still boasts of Doc’s Motto; “Illegitimum Non
Carborundum” or, “Don’t Let the Bastards Grind You Down.”

CMA Award of Honor
Janet Hubert, perhaps best known for her work as the original feisty Vivian Banks on the 90’s hit, “Fresh Prince of
Bel Air,” is on a mission. She was the original mom and is now a real life mother on a mission. She has appeared
on “The Jamie Foxx Show,” “Bernie Mac,” “Gilmore Girls,” and “Friends.” In addition, she set the Adelphi winning
show, “Crowns” written by Regina Taylor. She danced, sang, and acted in the George Faison version of “For Colored
Girls,” and has a website dedicated to bring quality children’s stories for all children, but especially ethnic children.
She has worked for many years with various health organizations, including The National Osteoporosis Foundation,
National Minority Health, and Bio. She enlisted other celeb friends including Bernie Mac, Richard Roundtree, and Pattie
Labelle to speak on their personal stories. She is a tireless advocate for children, traveling to churches, community centers
and schools reading stories, in an attempt to help change the mindset of children today. Hubert released a children’s book
and DVD series called “JG and the BC Kids.” She also introduced a line of backpacks, lunch totes in Wal-Mart stores
last fall. Ultimately, Hubert’s goal is to bring street-smart- kids and book-smart kids together and create life-smart kids.
2010 marks an important milestone for Hubert. It has been 20 years since she left “Fresh Prince of Bel Air”, her son
will graduate from high school and she will finally publish a book detailing her departure from the hit NBC series – the
real story. Thus, she has penned her own memoir entitled “Perfection is Not a Sitcom Mom” which is available for
download on audible.com along with her children’s story, “A Sneaker Feature”. Janet’s website is www.janethubert.com.
Maurice White is President of Urban Marketing of America and Senior National Director of Promotions at E1 Ent.
He has also taught music marketing at Columbia College for the last 12 years. Maurice is widely recognized as
a specialist in the field of music marketing and promotions. He has been working in the music industry since 1976.
A graduate of the University of Southern California, White worked for Progress Distribution whose clients included
Motown Records, A&M Records and over 250 other labels. After Progress, he became Regional Director for Polydor
Records. He had his own label with CBS at Worldwide Distribution, and then went to RCA Records as Regional Director
working with DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince, Kool Moe Dee, Boogie Down Productions (KRS-One), Shaggy and many
others. He was Senior Vice President of Un-D-Nyable Records, later moving to MCA Records as Regional Director.
White owns Urban Marketing of America which promotes records for every major record label; he oversees the strategic
direction of the company while leveraging his strong industry connections to develop new and established talent. For the last
six years, White has worked as Senior National Director of E1 Ent, the number one independent record label in the country.
In the late 1970s, Joe Shanahan left his hometown of Chicago for New York City. A year later,
he returned to Chicago with the thought of creating a club tied to the artistic scene of the city.
After parties he was throwing outgrew his apartment, Shanahan was directed to the Northside
Auditorium Building. Originally built in 1927 as a Swedish Community Center, the venue was
home to a jazz/folk club, called Stages.
Shanahan opened Smart Bar in 1982, a dance club mixing a variety of the new genres of the
time, Groundbreaking DJs Frankie Knuckles and Joe Smooth would spin regularly while
bands like Ministry showcased their new “industrial” music. Later that year, Shanahan promoted
a show featuring R.E.M, which led to him booking the club’s weekend slots, gradually
taking over the main floor of Stages. He then moved Smart Bar from the fourth floor to the
basement of the building. The main club, now called Metro, previously called The Cabaret
Metro, re-opened as a live music venue.
Metro celebrated its 25th Anniversary in 2007. Later that year, owner Joe Shanahan was
awarded a Recording Academy honors from the Chicago Chapter of The Recording Academy
in recognition of Metro’s 25 years in the Chicago music community.
Benjamin Osafo is CEO of Unitty Entertainment, an artist design and development
company that he founded in Chicago 21 years ago. Born and raised
in Accra, Ghana, Osafo moved to Chicago in 1976 to study accounting.
A chance encounter with music legend Jerry Butler, led Osafo to studying music
production under Butler’s mentorship. During his time in Chicago, Osafo has
worked with a number of studios including: Chicago Trax, Chicago Recording Company,
Universal Studios, Curtom Studios, Pentagon Recordings and PS Studios.
In 1990, he founded Unitty Entertainment with the goal of becoming one of Chicago’s premier
production companies in music, television, film, and fashion. He has produced artists
such as: the Chi-town Hustlers, the Sergeant’s Red Army Band, Nucleus Rex, Flavor
KQLFM 3.2, Ozone, Tone Capone, Bridge, Unladylike, and Anthony M. Last fall he
started the Chicago Unity Power Music Movement in order to unite Chicago’s producers,
managers, artists, and DJs. Osafo continues to pursue his vision of shaping Chicago
into the premier city for African American entertainment, otherwise known as “Chi-Ville”.

30 years and counting
By Barbara Kensey
When the curtain is raised on the 30th annual Chicago Music
Awards (CMA), Jacob Miller and Bob Marley will certainly
be smiling down on Ephraim Malachi Martin, president of
Martin’s Inter-Culture. It was the those two entertainers – both
gone now -- along with promoter Tommy Cowan, journalist
Ben Brodie and others who planted the seed in the young
Martin in the 70s to do something to promote the music of his
homeland, Jamaica. As a photojournalist, he covered the entertainment beat for The
Daily Gleaner and Star. The St. Thomas/Kingston native made his way to Chicago in
1981 where he established Martin’s International, under which he founded the International
Reggae & World Music Awards (IRAWMA) and the Chicago Reggae Music
Awards in May 1982. His mission was clear – spread the gospel of Reggae music.
“At that time there was no form of recognition for Reggae anywhere,” he says.
“In fact there was no formal recognition of any music anywhere in Chicago.” In those
early years, Martin introduced Chicagoans to the wealth of Reggae talent in the city.
Performers like Nyan Como, Gypsy Fari, Skanking Lizard, Aswad Greggori, Charles
Cameron, Armagedon, Dallol and many more – all with their own following -- graced
the stage at the annual salute to Chicago Reggae’s finest. Then in 1984, he responded to
requests from performers of other musical styles and the categories of: Jazz, Blues, Rock
among others were added to the list of nominees. Not very long after, the Chicago Reggae
Music Awards became the Chicago Music Awards (CMA), opening up the competition
to all musical genres.
This second half of the life of the music awards has honored some of the biggest names
synonymous with Chicago’s rich musical legacy: Jennifer Hudson, The Emotions, the
Chi-Lites, Rachel Barton Pine, Ramsey Lewis, Umphrey’s McGee, Jeremih, Smashing
Pumpkins, Wilco, the Dells, the late Albertina Walker, Chicago Symphony Orchestra,
Buddy Guy, Inez Andrews, Etta James, Lucky Cordell,
Pervis Spann, Chaka Khan, Waco Brothers, Frankie
Knuckles, Cal Starr and the Staple Singers and so many
more.
Today the Chicago Music Awards remains the
only annual event in the city that recognizes entertainers
from all musical genres. The main objective of the
CMAs remains the same, show appreciation to the city’s
outstanding entertainers who brighten our lives with their
music. The CMAs pay tribute to Chicago’s rich and
diverse musical heritage. Nearly 200 artists in over 40
categories ranging from Pop, Reggae, Blues, Jazz, Rock,
Country & Western and Gospel to R&B, Soul, Hip Hop,
Latin, World Beat and more compete at this festive event
dedicated to “health awareness.”
“Three decades and we’re still here,” says
Martin. “I couldn’t imagine that we would still be here 30
years later but we are because of our dedicated staff. I’m
fortunate to have such a committed staff that helps to keep
it alive.” Many MIC staff members have been with the
organization 10 years or more including: Barbara Kensey,
Field Marshal, Camille Jackson, Debbie Bass, Stephanie
Cummings, Teena Massimo Pillow, Tina Nance, Karl Villanueva,
Jerome Robinson and Tanya Sheree.

Performers
Discovering his talent at an adolescent age while singing in the church, this Chicago-bred artist
knew music was in his DNA. Fast forward to today and John Blu has become a quadruple
threat as a singer, songwriter, producer and composer. With is incredible set of skills, he is
able to create a song, from start to finish, in a single recording session. He has two full studio
projects complete, “Reverse Psychology” and “Undiscovered” and is currently working on
his third. Nicknamed the “Collabo King” and the self-pronounced R&B Bully, he has collaborated
with several musicians on various projects. It doesn’t stop there. Blu has his own
production company, J-Blu Music, and is the co-founder of Single Makers, where local artists
come together to network, create and perfect their craft. His current single, “In Love Wit Yo
Booty” is in heavy rotation in several markets including Chicago and Atlanta. With an organic
appeal with women and relatable lyrics for men, self-taught guru in the studio and charismatic
persona, get used to hearing of and about John Blu, he’s not going anywhere any time soon.
American violinist Rachel Barton Pine has appeared as soloist with many of the world’s most
prestigious orchestras, including the Chicago, Atlanta, St. Louis, Dallas, Baltimore, Montreal,
Vienna, New Zealand and Iceland Symphonies, the Philadelphia Orchestra, and the Israel
and Scottish Chamber Orchestras, working with conductors including Charles Dutoit, Zubin
Mehta, Erich Leinsdorf, Marin Alsop, Neeme Järvi, and Placido Domingo. Acclaimed collaborations
include Daniel Barenboim, Christoph Eschenbach, William Warfield, Christopher
O’Riley and Mark O’Connor. Her festival appearances include Ravinia, Marlboro, and Salzburg.
Her 16 critically acclaimed albums include Brahms and Joachim Violin Concerto with
Carlos Kalmar and the Chicago Symphony, Scottish Fantasies with the Scottish Chamber Orchestra,
and Beethoven and Clement Violin Concertos with José Serebrier and the Royal Philharmonic.
She holds top prizes from the J.S. Bach (gold medal), Queen Elisabeth, Paganini,
Kreisler, Szigeti, and Montreal international competitions, and has twice been honored as a
Chicagoan of the Year. A tireless ambassador for classical music, Pine is dedicated to community
engagement and music education. Pine’s charitable activities include serving as a trustee
of the Music Institute of Chicago and president of the Rachel Elizabeth Barton Foundation.
“P.R.ism-Puerto Rican Ism” is a bi-lingual Hip-Hop rapper born and raised in Chicago. His
sound is fresh and versatile, incorporating the best elements of Hip-Hop, Soul, Dancehall
Reggae, and Reggaeton. P.R.ism hails from the Humboldt Park neighborhood. It is the Chicago
streets and its surroundings where P.R.ism gets inspiration for writing the powerful music
that he does. His shows are coordinated with turntable wizard, DJ Skor; the duo gets
venues amped with the energy. P.R.ism hosts for several hip-hop events in Chicago. At
Club Big-Wig, he hosted a weekly open mic competition and he helmed an emcee battle
competition at The Note Nightclub which will be released as a DVD called “Rhymespittaz.”
Currently, he hosts Fat Fridays-a hip-hop party sponsored by The Bassment Music
Store at Club Exedus every Friday. Recently, with the help of DJ Skor and The Bassment
Music Store, P.R. ism released “The P.R.ismixx,” a mix CD featuring work he had compiled
up to December 2004. It was a hit in the streets, selling over 1,000 units independently.
It contained the club banger, ‘Hot Salsa’, and the street tribute ‘Chi-Town Hip-Hop’.
Formed in 2008, Earthen Grave is a six-piece Chicago metal band that marries the sounds of
metal past and future with a sweaty, pummeling live show. Bassist Ron Holzner served a 15-year
sentence with Chicago doom legends Trouble and Rachel Barton Pine brings her classical chops
to a relatively new instrument, the Viper. The band wrote and played shows around Chicago in
2009, culminating in the release of the “Dismal Times” EP. Earthen Grave has shared the stage
with: Megadeth, Black Label Society, Mayhem, Macabre, Anvil, Machine Head, Pentagram,
Novembers Doom, Raven, Skindred, and Nachtmystium. Earthen Grave boasts an undeniable
collective metal and musical pedigree. Guitarist, Jason Muxlow has worked with The Living
Fields and is founder of Deadtide.com. Drummer Scott Davidson has performed in numerous
metal bands and runs radio station Rebel Radio. Tony Spillman has worked with such bands
as Trouble, Prong and Ministry. Mark Weiner has performed and recorded with several bands
including Trifog. Earthen Grave has become a band to be reckoned with, their collective experience
and talent is vast, and this band is dedicated to leaving their mark on the metal world.

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One Man Band

Malik Yusef, an accomplished Emmy, Grammy
and Peabody award-winning poet, received acclaim
within the music industry when he released
his debut album The Greatest Chicago
Fire – Cold Day in Hell back in 2003. He has
also appeared on Russell Simon’s Def Poetry
Jam. With the release of G.O.O.D. Morning,
G.O.O.D. Night, Yusef is now only inches away
from achieving his primary goal. “I just want to
sneak my way into the soul of people and [I want]
people to allow me to be a part of their lives,”
he says.” Born and raised on the south side of
Chicago, Malik Yusef (professionally known as
“The WordSmyth”) has been honing his craft for
nearly a decade, taking poetry to unimaginable
heights. His poetry has also been featured on
promotional compilations for ASCAP, Sprite,
Coca-Cola, Nike and multiple underground mix
tapes across the country. He has collaborated
with notable artists like Method Man, Common,
Carl Thomas, Kanye West, Rhymefest, among
others. Malik’s album “Good Morning/ Good
Night” released in June of 2009, exhibited the
poet’s struggle between his internal dualities.
Performers
Performers
Seasoned jazz trumpeter wears many hats as a
songwriter, producer, composer, actor and computer
specialist. Juice has shared the stage with
performers like: The Chi-lites, Otis Clay, Willie
Clayton, War, Tyrone Davis, the Dells, the
Emotions, Nick Colionne and many other top
acts. He started playing the trumpet and writing
music at an early age. He continued playing
in groups through high school and college. He
was always putting together groups and trying
out new things he had written. Juice graduated
college in the south; he has studied with Donald
Byrd, Burgess Gardner, Bunkie Green and
Benjamin Kirk. Juice played trumpet hard from
the start. He also wrote music from his heart
and not from his ear. They called him a ‘city
boy with country boy ways’. He was a square
but truly gifted... They said Juice was a natural.
RPM is an extremely talented artist. He has had
various songs played on Chicago’s entire major
radio stations, Power92, B96, WGCI and 103.5
Kiss FM. He has recorded with some of the biggest
artists of our time including Akon, Master P,
Lil Romeo, Detail, Mario Winans and Chicago’s
own Rhymefest. He has teamed up with one
of the strongest powerhouses of Chicago, Jim
Finkl. Together they started their label Starr E
Music which supports and promotes education
for our inner city youth as well as showing respect
and support to our troops. Their ultimate
goal is to build a foundation and provide a support
system, here in Chicago, for Chicago’s local
artists. You can find more of RPM’s music
and videos at WWW.STARREMUSIC.COM
Demi Lobo is a singer/songwriter and radio personality
born in California raised in Chicago.
Demi Lobo is currently majoring in radio at
Columbia College and can be heard on WGCI,
the top station for Hip Hop and R&B. Starting
as a singer in church, Demi began writing poetry,
which led to recording music at the age of
16. With a love for acting has appeared in six
stage plays and has two commercials under her
belt. In high school and college she spoke to
her peers on the importance of having a plan in
life, getting and keeping a job, planning for the
future. Once she hit Eastern Illinois University
that all changed. She co-hosted on the school’s
morning radio show, “Wake Up Live on WEIU,
as well her own show every Friday on the station.
She transferred to Columbia College in
her sophomore year to pursue a career in music
and broadcasting. Never missing a beat, Demi
hopped right on Columbia College’s award winning
school radio station- WCRX with a weekly
show. One semester later Demi went after her
year long dream of becoming an intern at WGCI
and after putting in long hours and hard work,
Demi can be heard every weekend on WGCI.

House Music Stage Performers
A Chicago house music pioneer and
world class “deejay,’ Gene has collaborated
with a range of artists and producers,
including Adam Beyer, Cari
Lekebusch, Carl Cox, Paul Johnson,
Farley “Jackmaster” Funk, Frankie
Knuckles, and Ron Hardy. A key contributor
who helped shape house and
techno music worldwide, Gene is a
true innovator of the Chicago house
sound. Gene Hunt’s first release was
on the infamous Trax imprint, he
swiftly followed up with a string of
tracks personified by a strong influence
from Detroit. Deep strings mixed
with intricate drum pattern, is his
trademark and his “Melodies” EP for
Nepenta was one of the labels first hits.
The Chicago Native, Doza, developed a
love for music at an early stage in her life.
At age 15, Doza was discovered by the rap
group Soldierz at War (S.A.W.). During her
career with S.A.W. Doza opened up for several
major acts...Lil Wayne, Eve and Twista
to name a few. Although her span with
S.A.W. was a rewarding experience, she decided
to become a solo artist. She yearned
for the opportunity to show the world her
unique style through writing and composing
her own music. The creativity of her music
is catchy, but easy on the ear; with lyrics
that flow simply in an interesting manner.
Doza’s aim is to create music that encourages
everyone to have fun and enjoy life.
MaddJazz is a talented veteran of Chicago
dance music. Born Jorge Ortega,
he is a skilled turntablist and respected
producer. He has time spent trading
tricks with the best of Chicago’s hiphop
scene – which placed him third in
three consecutive DMC heats. MaddJazz
has an ear for more trend-making
fare, as the “Mind of a Maddman”
EP on Ghetto Division Records clearly
shows. If MaddJazz’s Mind of a Maddman
EP is just a preview of the label’s
future solo EPs, you can be sure Ghetto
Division Records will deliver some
serious fire in future releases.
As a DJ, songwriter, producer,
and entrepreneur DJ Hershey has
enjoyed a 14-year career as disc
jockey/writer and Grammy nominated
producer for local and national
recording artists. Through
his company, Marshall Arts Music
Productions, he produces some of
the hottest up and coming artists
in Chicago including: Public Announcement,
Malik Yusef and Avant
to name a few. In 2002, he produced
and scored his first movie soundtrack
for independent comedy film
“2 Getogther” written by BET Comic
B. Cole. He is currently working
on his second score and soundtrack
and recently worked with Oprah’s
“Make a Wish Foundation” to grant
a wish of an inspiring R&B artist.
In the spring of 2007, Benjamin
“Funkman” Osafo, founder and
CEO of Unitty Entertainment, was
introduced to an unknown artist
by the name of Anthony Matthews
Jr. Funkman recognized that there
was something exceptional about
this 18 year old from Bellwood,
Illinois and immediately took him
under his wings. Anthony and
Funkman entrenched themselves
in the studio, working to create a
new Chicago sound that embraced
Hip Hop, R&B, and Pop styles but
was also infused with Latin and
African rhythms. Unitty Entertainment
partnered with HollowWear
Creations to focus on Anthony’s
branding. Anthony M has become
a seasoned entertainer who has
performed in multiple radio and
television programs.

Caribbean Room Performers
Born in Clarendon, Jamaica-Winsome started singing in the church at an early age. She made it her stage and this is where
she is most happy. In 1994 she migrated to Germany and began touring and singing professionally. In 1997 she produced
and released her first gospel album entitled Live for Jesus that produced hit single “My Sweet Lord.” The singer/songwriter
has shared stage with Inner Circle, Bobby Valentino, Doug E Fresh , Cecile, Machel Montano, Daville, Calypso Rose, Ken
Boothe, John Holt, Lt. Stichie, Leroy Sibbles, Hopeton Lewis, Mickey Spice, Buju Banton, just to name a few. Where Birds
Can’t Fly, is her current album. The single “True Love” featuring singer Ed Robinson is making an international impact on
the airwaves. Winsome’s performance is pleasing and unique, for the eyes and ears but mostly for the soul.
Swacky grew up in Clarendon Jamaica listening to his family’s sound system called Ultrasonic. He start “DJing” at the age of
ten, then came to Chicago in the late 90’s. When he returned to Jamaica, he built his own sound system, called Delta Traxx.
When he returned to the U.S., he has played with various sound systems including: Sagittarius, Prodigal, Love Passion and
Class One Sound Family. In the past, Swacky has been “DJing” with major sound systems: Stone Love, Metro Media, Bass
Odyssey, and Tony Matterhorn among others. Swacky has showcased his turntable skills in numerous Chicago night clubs:
Wild Hare, Exedus, E2, Fiesta Catina, Cotton Club and more.
DJ Boombastic was born Sheldon Bostic in San Fernando, Trinidad & Tobago. As a teenager he honed his craft as a DJ with
Studio 99. He launched out on this own at the age of 16, teaming up with Richard Roberts and formed DJ group, System Live.
Sheldon also created Virgin Boyz Promotions, where he and produced various events. In the late 90’s, System Live disbanded.
In 1998, Sheldon migrated to Chicago where he quickly made a name for himself as a DJ. In 2006, Sheldon took a break from
DJing. He came back late autumn and has been creating mixes for others to enjoy. On the first Fridays of every month you can
catch him at Club Timbuktu in Milwaukee and the last three Fridays of every month at The Wild Hare in Chicago.
Slacky J grew up in New Town-Accra, Ghana. He developed a passion for reggae was evident when he was 13 and living in
London. He later honed his DJing skills with various types of music, house hip hip and jungle—but found himself playing
mostly reggae. For the past 10 years, Slacky J has hosted the “Reggae Vibes” show on WLUW, 88.7FM, Fridays from 6-10pm.
He has shared the stage with: Barrington Levy, Buju Banton, Spragga Benz, Yellowman, Capelton, Sean Paul, Damien Marley
and Stephen Marley either hosting or DJing. In addition Slacky J is a promoter, DJs at various clubs, has a sound system and a
website(www.reggaenice.com).
A hybrid of cultures, Puertorican/Dominican singer and songwriter, Freddy K, wants to reinvent the Latin urban genre.
He’s making his mark in the music industry with the soon to be released album Freddy Kenton “La Dynastia”. His father,
Freddy Kenton Sr. is a living legend known for his extraordinary, breaking dance moves. Freddy would often join his father
on stage as a child and that’s what started the fire in his soul to perform. Freddy has shared the stage with: Pitbull, Nina
Sky, Alexis Y Fido, Eddie Santiago, Frankie Negron and Brenda K Starr to name a few. Now in 2010, Freddy has joined
forces with Fabian Saldana (one of Puerto Rico’s finest cuatro players) to bring his fans a unique and exiting music experience.
He wants to continue in his famous father’s footsteps, adding another link to his countries’ musical dynasty.
Surviving Chicago’s live Reggae music scene is a hard task. Few have survived the vigorous tasks of playing the Chicago
club circuit night in and night out. For 15 years on the Chicago Reggae circuit and a stint in NY and Jamaica, Rasta Kelly
(Kelly Rankin) has stood out from the crowd. His high energy performances are known throughout the Chicago Reggae
circuit. Last year Rasta Kelly captured “Best Reggae Performer” at the 2010 Chicago Music Awards. 2011 is a new decade
and Rasta Kelly is ready with a new sound.

Caribbean Room Performers
Born in Clarendon, Jamaica-Winsome started singing in the church at an early age. She made it her stage and this is where
she is most happy. In 1994 she migrated to Germany and began touring and singing professionally. In 1997 she produced
and released her first gospel album entitled Live for Jesus that produced hit single “My Sweet Lord.” The singer/songwriter
has shared stage with Inner Circle, Bobby Valentino, Doug E Fresh , Cecile, Machel Montano, Daville, Calypso Rose, Ken
Boothe, John Holt, Lt. Stichie, Leroy Sibbles, Hopeton Lewis, Mickey Spice, Buju Banton, just to name a few. Where Birds
Can’t Fly, is her current album. The single “True Love” featuring singer Ed Robinson is making an international impact on
the airwaves. Winsome’s performance is pleasing and unique, for the eyes and ears but mostly for the soul.
Swacky grew up in Clarendon Jamaica listening to his family’s sound system called Ultrasonic. He start “DJing” at the age of
ten, then came to Chicago in the late 90’s. When he returned to Jamaica, he built his own sound system, called Delta Traxx.
When he returned to the U.S., he has played with various sound systems including: Sagittarius, Prodigal, Love Passion and
Class One Sound Family. In the past, Swacky has been “DJing” with major sound systems: Stone Love, Metro Media, Bass
Odyssey, and Tony Matterhorn among others. Swacky has showcased his turntable skills in numerous Chicago night clubs:
Wild Hare, Exedus, E2, Fiesta Catina, Cotton Club and more.
DJ Boombastic was born Sheldon Bostic in San Fernando, Trinidad & Tobago. As a teenager he honed his craft as a DJ with
Studio 99. He launched out on this own at the age of 16, teaming up with Richard Roberts and formed DJ group, System Live.
Sheldon also created Virgin Boyz Promotions, where he and produced various events. In the late 90’s, System Live disbanded.
In 1998, Sheldon migrated to Chicago where he quickly made a name for himself as a DJ. In 2006, Sheldon took a break from
DJing. He came back late autumn and has been creating mixes for others to enjoy. On the first Fridays of every month you can
catch him at Club Timbuktu in Milwaukee and the last three Fridays of every month at The Wild Hare in Chicago.
Slacky J grew up in New Town-Accra, Ghana. He developed a passion for reggae was evident when he was 13 and living in
London. He later honed his DJing skills with various types of music, house hip hip and jungle—but found himself playing
mostly reggae. For the past 10 years, Slacky J has hosted the “Reggae Vibes” show on WLUW, 88.7FM, Fridays from 6-10pm.
He has shared the stage with: Barrington Levy, Buju Banton, Spragga Benz, Yellowman, Capelton, Sean Paul, Damien Marley
and Stephen Marley either hosting or DJing. In addition Slacky J is a promoter, DJs at various clubs, has a sound system and a
website(www.reggaenice.com).
A hybrid of cultures, Puertorican/Dominican singer and songwriter, Freddy K, wants to reinvent the Latin urban genre.
He’s making his mark in the music industry with the soon to be released album Freddy Kenton “La Dynastia”. His father,
Freddy Kenton Sr. is a living legend known for his extraordinary, breaking dance moves. Freddy would often join his father
on stage as a child and that’s what started the fire in his soul to perform. Freddy has shared the stage with: Pitbull, Nina
Sky, Alexis Y Fido, Eddie Santiago, Frankie Negron and Brenda K Starr to name a few. Now in 2010, Freddy has joined
forces with Fabian Saldana (one of Puerto Rico’s finest cuatro players) to bring his fans a unique and exiting music experience.
He wants to continue in his famous father’s footsteps, adding another link to his countries’ musical dynasty.
Surviving Chicago’s live Reggae music scene is a hard task. Few have survived the vigorous tasks of playing the Chicago
club circuit night in and night out. For 15 years on the Chicago Reggae circuit and a stint in NY and Jamaica, Rasta Kelly
(Kelly Rankin) has stood out from the crowd. His high energy performances are known throughout the Chicago Reggae
circuit. Last year Rasta Kelly captured “Best Reggae Performer” at the 2010 Chicago Music Awards. 2011 is a new decade
and Rasta Kelly is ready with a new sound.

30th Anniversary of the Chicago Music Awards
Dedicated to “Health Awareness”
Sponsored by NBC 5 Chicago, Rogers
Park Fruit Market, LaFrutera,
Inc- Tony Macias, M Holmes Enterprises,
Inc, Music Work Shop, Afrique
Magazine, Robert L. Scott & Associates,
Kingston Mines, Herbert Witter- Insurance
Brokers, Inc, Caribbean Shipping
and Postal Services, Atty. Kelvin
Bulger, Gail Smith Harris and others.
Other contributors are Big O Movers
and Storage, Ethiopian Diamond, Old
World Market, Jamaican Jerk, Wallace
Funeral Services, A.L. Taylor & Associates,
Sharon Smith among others.
Co-Hosts:
Co-hosts: Bluesman Frank
Pellegrino(Kingston Mines), Janet
Hubert(“Fresh Prince of Bel Air”),
Sunday, January 16, 2011 @
Excalibur Nightclub
(632 North Dearborn, Chicago, IL)
Dinner/VIP Reception Begins at 6:00PM –
Official Awards Ceremony Begins at 7:00PM
PROGRAM
PROGRAM
PROGRAM
Saran Dunmore(NBC-Chicago)
6:00 PM
Pre-Awards Reception:
Musical interlude and live entertainment
Announcement of winners in the some of
the categories
Introduction of other hosts & opening
remarks
7:30 PM
Seating of sponsors, performers, presenters
and VIP ticket holders
8:00 PM
Awards ceremony begins:
Greetings/Message from Government
Officials and other VIPs
Presentation of Awards & Special
Honorees
Program will follow accordingly:
Showtime/Performance
Presentation of Award & Special Awards
Showtime/Performance
Presentation of Awards
Showtime/Performance
Presentation of Awards
CEO/Producer’s greetings by Ephraim
M. Martin
Upcoming Events Announcements:
The 30th Anniversary of the International
Reggae & World Music Awards
(IRAWMA) is scheduled for Saturday,
May 28, 2011 in Port of Spain, Trinidad
and Tobago, Caribbean. Featuring a
galaxy of International reggae and world
music celebrities, who will be walking
the red carpet and perform live on stage!
Dedicated to “Health Awareness”,
part of the proceeds from the 30th
IRAWMA will help to increase Diabetes
Awareness around the World. Travel
and Tickets information visit www.
IRAWMA.com or call 877-9-REG-
GAE. Email: IRAWMA@gmail.com.
The 19th African/Caribbean International
Festival of Life (IFOL) takes place
Friday-Monday, July 1-4, 2011 from
12: noon-10PM daily in Washington
Park located at 55th Street & S. Cottage
Grove in Chicago, IL. Some 100
International and local acts will perform
on two stages and more than 200
arts & crafts and food exhibitors will
be on display during this Independence
Day weekend celebration of culture
and music! Save the date! The event is
dedicated to “Health Awareness”, with
part of the proceeds to benefit Victims
of Aids Virus. Visit www.festivaloflife.biz
or email: festoflife@gmail.com. Phone
312-427-0266 or fax 312-427-0268.
Program will follow accordingly:
Showtime/Performance
Presentation of Awards

Showtime/Performance
Presentation of Awards
Showtime/Performance
Presentation of Awards
Showtime/Performance
Presentation of Awards
Showtime/Performance
Presentation of Awards
Showtime/Performance
Presentation of Awards
After Party:
Join us at the “After Party” for the “30th Anniversary
of the Chicago Music Awards” beginning immediately,
in both the Dome Room and Main Floor
Dance Rooms.
Grand Finale:
All entertainers, sponsors, staff, volunteers, &
other participants on stage as we say… Thank you
for your support! Have a prosperous year and see
you next year- 2012 for our special 31st Anniversary
Chicago Music Awards Ceremony!
Advertisers
Big “O” Movers & Storage, Inc.
Wallace Broadview Funeral Home
Old World Market
Omotosho & Associates
Kyra Imports
Central Camera
Dr. Janice Robinson
Co-Hosts
Janet Hubert(Actress), Frank
Pelligrino(Kingston Mines), Saran
Dunmore(NBC-Chicago)
Performers
Demi Lobo
Dez Norton
Earthen Grave
The Henhouse Prowlers
Leanne Faine
Loretta Lee
Phil Tarver
Polkaholics
P.R.ism
Rachel Barton Pine
Remnance Band
Rob Juice
RPM
Performers
Anthony M
Aon
DJ Boombastic
Casper-Mr. C
Freddy Kenton Jr
DJ Gene Hunt
Gueroloco
DJ Hershey
DJ MaddJazz
Doza the Goddess
Hot 2 Def
Mobay One
One Blood Sound System
Rasta Kelly
DJ Swacky
Winsome Benjamin
Presenters
Almaz Yigizan
Berko
Deborah O. Brown
Doc Pellegrino & Ann McCarthy
Gail Smith Harris
George Daniels- Daniels Entertainment
Group
Germaine K. Moody
Herbert Witter– Insurance Brokers,
Inc.
Hon. Dorothy Brown
Hon. Shelvin L. M. Hall
Jim Finkl
Jay B. Ross
Jaylene Strong-
Atty. Kelvin Bulger
Marshal Thompson-The Chi-Lites
Maurice McKenzie
Michael Holmes
Pam Morris
Judge Patricia Brown-Holmes
Reggie Hopkins
Dr. Robert L. Scott
Rogers Park Fruit Market
Sadiki Buckley
T’Mil Curtis
Tony Macias
Wanda Ewing
Winsome Benjamin
Sponsors
NBC 5 Chicago
African Spectrum
Afrique Newsmagazine
Caribbean Shipping & Postal Services
Gail Smith Harris
Herbert Witter Insurance Broker
Kelvin Bulger
Kingston Mines Blues Club
LaFruitera Ltd
M Holmes Enterprises
Music Workshop
Robert L. Scott & Associates
Rogers Park Fruit Market

Nominees & Categories
01) POP ENTERTAINER OF
THE YEAR—SPONSORED
BY NBC 5 CHICAGO
* LA & Mr. Music
* The Jump Smokers
* Fall Out Boys
* Jennifer Hudson
* Demi Lobo
02) R&B ENTERTAINER OF
THE YEAR- SPONSORED-
WWW.MIWORKSHOP.COM
* Jeremih
* John Blu
* Jennifer Hudson
* J-Lyn
* Terisa Griffin
03) BEST NEW ENTER-
TAINER
* John Blu
* Anthony M
* J-Lyn
* Aon
* Earthen Grave
04) BEST FEMALE VOCAL-
IST-
* Terisa Griffin
* Nikki Lynette
* Demi Lobo
* J-Lyn
* Jennifer Hartwick
05) BEST MALE VOCALIST
* Feloney Davis
* Billy Corgan – (Smashing
Pumpkins)
* Jeremih
* Ben One
* Jeff Tweedy- (Wilco)
06) BEST REGGAETON
ENTERTAINER
* PRism
* Darey Dembo
* Dwise y Lobo
* NorthRock 360
* Gueroloco
07) BEST CLASSICAL EN-
TERTAINER
* Jon Faddis- Chicago Jazz
Ensemble
* Rachel Barton Pine- Violinist
* Chicago Children Choir
* Paul Freeman- Chicago Sinfonietta
* Ricardo Muti- Chicago Symphony
Orchestra
08) BEST REGGAE ALBUM/
CD—SPONSORED BY
CARIBBEAN SHIPPING &
POSTAL SERVICES
* Ifficial Reggae Movement
“Gone A Foreign”
* Ras Kelly- “Hold On to Your
Dreamz”
* Nego Henry- “Street Side
Gospel”
* Baby J _ “Why These Rumors”
* T-Jax- “On the Frontline”
09) BEST REGGAE ENTER-
TAINER SPONSORED BY
AFRICAN SPECTRUM
* Carl Brown
* Indika
* Dub Dis
* Gizzae
* Hydro
10) MOST POPULAR REG-
GAE CLUB
* Exedus
* Wild Hare
* Mr. Browns Lounge
11) BEST CALYPSO/SOCA
ENTERTAINER—
* Ainsworth Rose- Jamaican
One Man Band
* Karl Watson and new Dynamics
* Remnance Band
* The New Sensation
* Honesty
12) BEST BLUES ENTER-
TAINER
* Joanna Connor
* Sugar Blue
* Ronnie Baker Brooks
* Billy Branch
* J. W. Williams and Chi-Town
Hustlers
13) BEST BLUES ALBUM/
CD—SPONSORED BY
KINGSTON MINES CLUB
* Mavis Staples - “ You Are Not
Alone”-
* Sugar Blue – “Threshold”
” Guitar Shorty- “Bare Knuckle”
* Big James- “Right Here Right
Now”
* Junior Wells and the Aces -
“Live in Boston 1966”
14) MOST POPULAR BLUES
CLUB
* B.L.U.E.S.
* Buddy Guy Legend
* Kingston Mines
* Lee’s Unleaded Blues
* Rosa’s Lounge
15) BEST ROCK ENTER-
TAINER SPONSORED BY
ROGERS PARK FRUIT
MARKET
* Fall Out Boy
* OK GO
* Smashing Pumpkins
* Umphrey’s McGee
* Cacaw
16) BEST ROCK ALBUM/CD
* Fall Out Boy- “Believers
Never Die – Greatest Hits”
* Brain Idea- “The Survival
Scrolls” -(Permanent Records)
* Angel Olsen- “Lady of the
Waterpark” (Love Lion)
* Fielded “ Terrageist”- (Catholic
Records)
* Cave- “Pure Moods”
17) MOST POPULAR ROCK
CLUB
* Cubby Bear
* Reggie’s Rock Club
* Double Door
* The Hideout
* Metro
18) BEST JAZZ ENTER-
TAINER—SPONSORED
BY ROBERT L. SCOTT &
ASSOC
* Kurt Elling
* Nicole Mitchell
* Dee Alexander
* Corey Wilkes
* Paul Abella-
19) BEST JAZZ ALBUM/CD
* Jason Adasiewicz- “Sun
Rooms”-
* Rob Juice- “Bad Boy Love”
* Geof Bradfield- “African
Flowers”
* Keefe Jackson Quartet – “Seeing
You See”
* Jeb Bishop- “The Jeb Bishop
Trio 2009”
20) MOST POPULAR JAZZ
CLUB
* Andy’s Jazz Club
* Underground Wonder Bar
* Fifty Yard Line
* Green Dolphin
* Green Mill
21) BEST SPOKEN WORD/
POET
* Red Storm
* Triple Black
* Malik Yusef
* Pinky Ring
* Doza
22) BEST AFRICAN ENTER-
TAINER- SPONSORED BY
LAFRUTERIA, INC- TONY
MACIAS
* Dan Boadi
* Magic Rocker
* Hood Afrikans
* Chicago Afrobeat Project
* Babou Chico
23) COMEDIAN OF THE
YEAR
* Deon Cole
*Sean Flannery
* Damon Williams
* George Wilborn
* Beth Stelling
24) BEST LATIN ENTER-
TAINER
* Bandoleros
* Freddy Kenton Jr (Freddy
DeLos Santos)
* Guia Riveria
* RPM
* Northrock 360
* PRism

25) BEST GOSPEL ENTER-
TAINER
* Joshua’s Troop
* Douglas Singers
* LadyLaVarga Hubbard
* Phil Tarver
* Voices of ACME
26) BEST GOSPEL ALBUM/
CD
* The Gospel Crusaders -“He’s
All I Need”
* Joshua’s Troop- “Troop Nation”
* Dr. Bernard Sutton Presents
Janet Sutton & The Voices of
ACME- “Is So Sweet”
* Phil Tarver- “Place of Worship”
* Lady LaVarga Hubbard- “Royalty”
27) BEST COUNTRY/WEST-
ERN ENTERTAINER
* The Henhouse Prowlers
* Wilco
* Dayna Malow
* Hoyne Bros
* Waco Brothers
28) MOST OUTSTANDING
DANCE GROUP- SPON-
SORED BY AFRICAN SPEC-
TRUM
* M.A.D.D. Rhythms
* Najwa Dance Corps*
* GiordanoJazz Dance Chicago
* Geek Squad
* Muntu Dance Theatre
29) BEST HIP HOP/RAP EN-
TERTAINER- SPONSORED
BY M HOLMES ENTER-
PRISES, INC, -
* LEP
* Hot to Def
*Bodeal
* Notrydo.Sincere
* RPM
30) BEST HIP HOP/RAP
ALBUM/CD
*LEP- “Don’t Feel the Killaz
Vol. 3”
* Hot 2 Def, Dat Boy- “Up and
Down”
* GLC- “Love, Life and Royalty”
* Milticket – “Grab Her by Her
Hair”
* B.X.C. - “Kiss Your Girlfriend”
31) AWARD OF HONOR
FOR CONTRIBUTION TO
WORLD BEAT MUSIC-
SPONSORED BY AFRIQUE
MAGAZINE
* Chicago Afrobeat Project
* Mike Orlove – Chicago Department
of Cultural Affairs
* Funkadisi
* Old Town School of Folk
Music
* Columbia College- The Music
Center
32) BEST POLKA ENTER-
TAINER
* Eddie Blazoncyk’s Versatones
* The Polkaholics
* Tony Blazoncyk’s and New
Phaze
* Ampol Aires
* The Downtown Sound
33) MOST TALENTED
KID(S) (UNDER 12YRS)
* Blake Buczkiewicz-
* Joshlyn Lomax
* Shorty Mac
* Chi-Town Finest Breakers
* Prince Nephew
34) MOST TALENTED
TEEN(S) (13YRS-19YRS)
* Y Capri
*Jamiah “On Fire” Rogers
* Sammy and Sasha
* Aon
* Jawan Harris
35) RECORD PRODUCER
OF THE YEAR—SPON-
SORED BY HERBERT WIT-
TER- INSURANCE BRO-
KERS, INC.
* Blue Beats
* Money Makers
* John Blu
* Kanye West
* Da Interz
36) SONGWRITER OF THE
YEAR—SPONSORED BY
BULGER & IVY, P.C.
* Gabriel Ramirez
* John Blu
* Jeff Tweedy
* Demi Lobo
* Jeremih
37) RECORD LABEL OF
THE YEAR
* Good Music
* Money Makers
* Pressure Point
* Nonesuch Records
* Dellmark
38) MOST POPULAR EN-
TERTAINMENT CLUB
*Cubby Bear
* House of Blues
* Excalibur
* Sangria
*Martini Club
39) BEST MUSIC VIDEO
SHOW
* RAW TV
* Mystic Vibes TV
* Sam Silk TV
* Status TV
* JB TV
40) MOST OUTSTANDING
BAND OR GROUP
* Smashing Pumpkins
* Indika
* DeTour Jazz Funk
* High Performance Vocal Gr
oup
* Black Slang
41) MOST POPULAR MUSIC
RADIO STATION
* V-103 (102.7 FM)
* B-96 (96.3FM)
* Power 92 (92.3FM)
* Q-101 (101.1 FM)
* Kiss FM (103.5 FM)
42) MOST POPULAR COL-
LEGE/COMMUNITY MUSIC
RADIO STATION
* WLUW (88.7 FM)
* UIC Radio (107.1 FM)
* WDCB (90.9FM)
* WHPK (88.5FM)
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43) BEST HOUSE MUSIC
DJ SPONSORED BY GAIL
SMITH HARRIS
* Mike Dunn
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* Steve Silk Hurley
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45. BEST REGGAE SOUND
SYSTEM.
* Tubbis
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Special Lifetime Achievement
Award
* Leanne Faine
* FitzGerald’s Club - Bill
FitzGerold
Awards of Honor:
* Maurice White- Columbia
College Prof.
* Janet Hubert
* Joe Shanahan- Metro Club
* Benjamin “Funkman” Osafo
– Chicago Unity Power Music
Movement
PRODUCER’S AWARD
* Lennin “Doc” Pellegrino
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THANK YOU FOR YOUR
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Call 132-427-0266 or visit
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Henhouse Prowlers, the powerhouse Chicago string
band quartet, perform their brand of innovative bluegrass
for audiences all across the country. They describe
their sound as “new traditional” noting that
much of their material is original, yet it touches on
classic bluegrass themes such as love, loss, work,
regret and death. The Prowlers’ fresh, descriptive
songs have been featured in the PBS series “The Ride
of Our Lives” and they released their second CD, A
Dark Rumor in 2009. A spring 2011 release is expected.
The Prowlers have shared the stage with everyone
from jam grassers like Cornmeal, to true bluegrass
pioneers like Earl Scruggs. They tour extensively
playing clubs and festivals, listening rooms and house
concerts. Their energetic live shows appeal to young
and old alike, winning over audiences with a wide
repertoire of much-loved standards to complement
their own unique musical narratives. The Prowlers’
image is in keeping with the gritty Chicago bluegrass
circuit circa 1955: the band members wear suits and
share a single vocal microphone, weaving in and
out in constant motion on stage. The effect is high
energy, solid bluegrass that is pure entertainment.
They said it couldn’t be done, but since 1997 The Polkaholics have been mixing doses of punk rock
and polka in a high-speed blender, creating a souped-up sound that fuses the beer garden with the mosh
pit. The Polkaholics have performed in some of the most prestigious Chicago music venues including
the Metro, House of Blues, the Vic, the Chicago Symphony Center, the Chicago Cultural Center,
and of course the Baby Doll Polka Club. And they have even been featured internationally on the incredible
“American Polka” CD released on the Trikont label out of Munich Germany. With founder
Dandy Don Hedeker on guitar and vocals, Jolly James Wallace on bass and vocals, and Stylin’ Steve
Glover on drums and vocals, The Polkaholics use a power rock trio format to put the umph into the
oompah-POW, blasting polka screaming into the 21st century. “The Polkaholics” (a polka rock band
from Chicago) should not to be confused with “Polkaholics”(a great Toronto band circa 1982-1985)
Shekinah Glory Ministry’s gold-selling 2004 release “Live” changed praise and worship music in
urban America, at the heart of this revolution is its minister of music and fine arts, Phil Tarver. This
6’7” giant of a talent has now stepped center stage with his own brand of praise and worship music
on his third solo release “Place of Worship.” Although, Tarver’s known for leading Shekinah Glory
Ministry on “Stomp” and “Arise/Shine”; his new radio smash, “God Is Able” is creating a new
identity for him as a soloist. After Tarver’s work on Shekinah Glory Ministry, Kingdom Records
asked Tarver to record a solo project. In 2005, Tarver went to Brazil to mentor praise and worship
teams at various churches. Those singers and musicians ended up backing him on the live release
“Be Pleased” that was recorded there. This mentoring concept has become a regular part of Tarver’s
ministry and continued with Tarver’s CD, “Draw Nearer,” which along with the single “Betta than
That” rose to the top of the Billboard Gospel charts. The sing-a-long worship anthem “God Is Able”
is already a smash and his new CD “Place of Worship” promises to be his biggest hit of his career.

Not in picture: Debbie Bass
Barbara Kensey Carl Villanueva Camille Jackson
Field Marshall
Jerome Robinson
Tanya Sheree
Masimo “Teena” Pillow
Stephanie Cummings
Tina Nance
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30 Years of Wonderful Memories
Since it’s inception in 1982, the Chicago Music Awards(CMA), the Chicago Music Awards celebrates
and recognizes the quality and diversity of music and artistry. Each year the CMA recognizes Chicago’s
best and brightest homegrown talent such as Kanye West, Smashing Pumpkins, Lou Rawls,
Chaka Khan, Robert Townsend, R Kelly, Curtis Mayfield, Buddy Guy, The Mighty Dells, Jerry Butler,
Oscar Brown Jr., Albertina Walker, Ramsey Lewis, Dick Buckley, Sir George Solti, The Chi-Lites,
Pop Staples, Patty Jo Timmons, Von Freeman among others. On this page, we invite you to follow
us down memory lane as we reflect on 30 years of photo memories from the Chicago Music Awards.

CALENDAR OF SPECIAL EVENTS 2011-12
DEDICATED TO HEALTH AWARENESS
The 30th Anniversary of the International Reggae & World Music Awards (IRAWMA) is scheduled
for Saturday, May 28, 2011 in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, Caribbean. Featuring a galaxy of International
reggae and world music celebrities, who will be walking the red carpet and perform live on stage!
Dedicated to “Health Awareness”, part of the proceeds from the 30th IRAWMA will
help to increase Diabetes Awareness around the World. Travel and Tickets information
visit www.IRAWMA.com or call 877-9-REGGAE. Email: IRAWMA@gmail.com.
The 19th African/Caribbean International Festival of Life (IFOL) takes place Friday-Monday, July 1-4,
2011 from 12: noon-10PM daily in Washington Park located at 55th Street & S. Cottage Grove in Chicago, IL.
Some 100 International and local acts will perform on two stages and more than 200 arts & crafts and food
exhibitors will be on display during this Independence Day weekend celebration of culture and music! Save
the date! The event is dedicated to “Health Awareness”, with part of the proceeds to benefit Victims of Aids Virus.
Visit www.festivaloflife.biz or email: festoflife@gmail.com. Phone 312-427-0266 or fax 312-427-0268.
31st Annual Chicago Music Awards, January 2012, Chicago. Honoring and featuring the best of Chicago’s
entertainers in Pop, Reggae, R&B, Blues, Rock, Country Western, Latin, Gospel, Hip Hop,
Spoken Word, Jazz, Polka, Calypso/Soca, African, World Music, Classical, Kids and other categories.
Visit www.chicagomusicawards.org . Expert nomination period, September 01 thru October 10, 2011.

Gypsy Fari. Are they the reason for the CMA today?
Winner for the first CMA
Planning CMA 30 years ago
Ephraim Martin and staff at the first CMA Press conference
Jennifer Hudson performing
at the 25th CMA
Martin & Rose Farina from
the Culture Department
Staples Singers, they were category
sponsor for the first Chicago Music
Awards 1982