Deyah Magazine Jan 2020

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DEYAH MAGAZINE 

DEYAH 

AFRO/CARIB MUSIC | LIFESTYLE | CULTURE 

CONTENTS 

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BROTHER B 

ARTIST, STAGE COMMANDER 

RAWPA CRAWPA 

ACTOR, DIRECTOR & VLOGGER 

SOCA BUZZ 

QT 2HYPE 

DANCEHALL BUZZ 

XYCLONE: SOUNDS OF AFRICA – OUT NOW 

VIDEO ROPES 

WRITER, DIRECTOR & DANCEHALL VIDEOGRAPHER 

BUSINESS 

NLPR AGENCY/STUDIOS 

FABFIT FASHION 

WINTER WONDERLAND EDITION 

HEALTH 

GEOGRAPHIC TONGUE 

HEALTH 

HYPERTENTION - HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE 

SEXPRESS 

CONDOM OR NO CONDOMS PT2 

FOOD, DRINKS & RECIPES 

CONTENT 

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JAN 2020 #ISSUE 10 

DID YOU KNOW? 

ST.KITTS AND NEVIS 

1. St. Kitts and Nevis located in the Caribbean Sea. It covers an area of 269 square 

kilometers (104 square miles). 

2. St Kitts is larger than Nevis 

3. Nevis is surrounded by coral reefs and is almost a single mountain with a height 

of 3,232 feet. 

4. Charlestown is the largest town in Nevis and the capital. 

5. St. Kitts and Nevis was once known as the Gibraltar of the West Indies. Its 

volcanic vantage point offering lines of sight to nearby Nevis, St. Eustatius, and 

Saba. 

6. The full name of St Kitts and Nevis is Federation of Saint Christopher and Nevis 

7. Mount Liamuiga, at 1,156 meters, is the highest point in the region and got its 

name from the original name of the island meaning fertile island. 

8. Both the islands are volcanic with a warm, wet climate and sandy beaches. 

9. People on St Kitts are called Kittitians and on Nevis they are called Nevisians. 

10. Christopher Columbus named the islands after his patron saint, St. Christopher. 

The name was shortened to St. Kitts, his nickname. It was considered the 

mother colony of the West Indies. 

11. St. Kitts and Nevis has only 2 airports (Nevis airport and St. Kitts airport). 

12. They have white beaches and black volcanic beaches depending on what side 

of the island you are on. One side of the island has black beaches while the 

other has white beaches. 

13. The country’s average annual rainfall is 45.8 inches compared to Bostons 41.7 

inches and Bermuda’s 55.4 inches. 

14. Saint Kitts and Nevis is a two island country in the Caribbean and is the 

smallest country in the America both in area and population. 

15. Christopher Columbus also named the other island Nevis because it looked like 

a snow capped mountain and the Spanish word for snow is nieves. 

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EDITORS NOTE 

As we toiled through time, we have approached a new threshold. Many friends, relatives, 

comrades and overall good people we’ve embarked on this journey with will never complete 

this marathon. Some by means of their own volition for others - the Lord had different plans. 

For those of us whom are still driven, still believing, hold steadfast to your dreams that you 

started a decade ago. In this new dawn, your passion is not yielding. To you we say keep 

working, keep striving but most importantly, let us come together and uphold one another. 

Let this decade be the one in which we apply the lessons learnt from the past. Let us stop 

despising and criticising each other. Let our strengths complement our weaknesses, let us 

have the mind-set of becoming problem solvers and leave the old habits of procrastination 

behind us. 

It is a new time, a new awakening, a new age – as a people / community we have the 

prestige to make new waves in this decade that will set the precedence for time to come. 

CREDITS 

Writers: 

AC Christie @ilovecarnival – christieac@gmail.com 

Mr Wondah – allgoodnsweet@yahoo.co.uk 

SexPress - sexpress@deyah.co.uk 

Janice Fletcher - janice.25@hotmail.co.uk 

Tricia Blake - Tricia@divachoice.co.uk 

Lisa Brown - browncoachpr@gmail.com 

Abbie Tiny Samuel - @tinyhoudini – abbie.samuel139@hotmail.co.uk 

Sasha Cross - @makeupby_sasha info@make-upbysasha.com 

Latiesha Richardson - @shashxa latiesha.r98@gmail.com 

Keryn Nelson - @kerynadara kerynnelson17@gmail.com 

Shineze Henry-wallace - @_mslegendary shineze@deyah.co.uk 

Earthangel 

Photographers: 

Bampson - @bampson1 

JiggadPhotography - @jiggadphotography 

Shapshutta - @sharpshutta_photos 

Trinis In London - @trinisinlondon 

Worlmag.com - @worlmag 

Designer: Yomi - yomeyusuf@gmail.com 

Creatives: Escapism 360, @Nlpr_studios – Tricia Blake 

Fashion: 

Tricia - @divachoice_ceo 

Sasha - @makeupby_sasha 

Dancehall Honies: 

Shoot MUA 

Sasha Cross 

Charts: Epik Jones - @epikjjones - epikint@gmail.com 

Models: 

Cover – Rhona - rhona994, Contents – Keny - @Kenykencoco 

Band - Ucom - @ucomcarnival, Costume Designer - @eccdesigner 

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SOCA BUZZ 

BROTHER B 

ARTIST, STAGE COMMANDER 

Written by: Abbie Tiny 

How was Grenada carnival for you this year? 

It was exciting. Its Grenada carnival, 473, you don’t get any better than that, pure 

energy, pure vibes, that’s what Greenz [Grenada] is all about. 

I don’t remember seeing any pictures of you in oil or ash, what happened there? 

I definitely was, in fact I think I was covered in too much oil maybe that’s why you 

didn’t see me. 

I’ve seen how people treat you in Grenada, they’re very much in awe of you. 

When did you notice that started to happen? 

The love is real! It started to happen more in the early stage of my career in 2007. 

Even before I started to sing it was like that because I was always getting involved 

in community events and giving back is a big part of what I do. I would always make 

my contribution towards the activities that were going on so the love has been 

there from long time. 

Sometimes when people have big hit songs and a lot of attention, they start to 

get big headed, what do you think it is that’s kept you so humble? 

Keeping my head on the ground... At the start of my career, I was passing through 

St Georges and this woman tapped me on the back and said as much as you rise 

try and stay humble. It’s going to be the hardest thing to do but at times like that 

you have to acknowledge the most high more than ever, try and pray a bit more 

because when your head is in the cloud you can’t see the ground. To me at that 

point it made a lot of sense. That to me was a start; I believe it was a god sending 

thing, god sends people to you. Everything in life happens for a reason, people 

come into your life for a reason; at that point in time that advice was strong to me 

and I’m grateful for it. 

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Another thing that’s good about you that not all 

known artists do is you’re open to passing on 

knowledge to newer artists, and giving them their 

chance to shine. What makes you willing to do this? 

Coming from the ghetto, we grew up hard, we didn’t 

grow up with a gold spoon in our mouth; we had a 

tough way of growing up. I feel like what all artists, 

especially those who come from the ghetto side 

of things, share is a ghetto language. If you notice 

someone with a talent, you help them. That individual 

you’re helping... you can help their household...their 

mum, their sister, help them pay their bills... because they have talent. I think it’s 

hard to watch someone with talent and not help them 

Aside from singing, you’re also a very good dancer. Did anyone teach you to 

dance? 

As a youngsters we all grew up in that ‘Jackson 5’ era, we’d be by the side of 

the road trying to swing a foot and move the shoulder. With that being said as 

a youngster I always loved dancing, I looked up to the greats such as Michael 

Jackson, after that it was pretty much self-taught and I took part in a lot of plays. 

I used to get licks for dancing, my mother was a church goer - you know how that 

goes already. 

What were your other resources for improving yourself as a performer? 

Everyday life is a form of growth; you improve your moves and things like that. It 

becomes easy because I love it. 

How do you prepare for performances, especially if you’re not feeling 100% 

before hand? 

Just start the music. Once it starts, it usually takes over. It’s more about me pleasing 

my fans, that’s my main focus because they feed off of my energy. For example if 

you’re in a room, the music might be on and you’re dancing but you’re not really 

feeling the vibe, but this one person will boldly jump onto the dance floor – right 

there you start to feed off of their energy. 

What are some of the awards you’ve won? 

NAACP ‘13 and ’14 – I was the first soca artist to ever be nominated. Back to back 

nominations for the albums ‘Divisionary’ and ‘Best of Brother B’. Even in 2010 

getting to win two awards for ‘Likkle Whine’ and winning ‘Fastest Rising Act’ – I’m 

grateful but I normally give credit to the fans. 

Socials:Instagram – @BrotherB11 Facebook – Brother B 

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RAW CRAWPA 

ACTOR, DIRECTOR & VLOGGER 

Written by: Worlmag 

Who is Rawpa Crawpa on a Sunday evening at home no camera nothing? 

That don’t really exist … but on a serious note just home watching tv, mainly 

documentaries or vampire shows on Netflix. 

As one of the UK’s leading influencers on the dancehall scene, what as been your 

greatest challenge and why? 

The level of bad mind in our industry, the lack of support sometimes and people 

trying to purposely strike my YouTube channel for no reasons, losing my Instagram 

at 60k .. btw follow me on @rawpacrawpa_official1 if you’re not following already … 

mi crocodile tail. 

How did you get into vlogging? 

it just happened… it started by me venting about the “Jamaican British” cab driver 

then a lady with 50k corset on her and after that it was the beginning of the 

beginning. 

Do you think vlogging as evolved into a career option that younger generations 

can now pursue it? 

yeah man wah yuh ah say … it is probably one of the most prolific carrier field 

right now… vlogging has made many young people rich I am talking 7 years old 

millionaires reviewing toys to ex-convict making a monthly 4 figures or more 

revenue. 

What is the funniest thing that as happened to you as a vlogger? 

When other bloggers trying to throw shade at me but it doesn’t really faze me… 

I just look at them and laugh also once for my birthday a random lady sent me a 

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picture of her privates for my birthday … lady does 

not does it this is the internet … anything could 

happen. 

If you could change something about the scene 

what would it be and why? 

I would like more unity between original vlogger 

We could be a powerful unit and make great things 

happen as Caribbean’s but unfortunately negativity 

love to strive. 

If you weren’t vloging what would you be doing? 

Music and movies … my trade is plastering so probably some of that and probably 

something else as I am always multitasking and exploring new ways to make 

money… the struggle is real so we have to keep busy. 

Tell us one thing your fans wouldn’t know about you from watch your videos? 

That I am very tall…. OMG Rawpa you so tall is one of the first thing I hear when I 

meet them. 

You released a movie, will there be a follow up and how was it received by the 

industry? 

The movie premier was successful despite the ugly bad mind habits from my fellow 

Jamaicans in London to call the police on each other… there are many more project 

cooking up but as you know it takes time and money and I am just a trying youth 

but I always fight and get things done so watch out. 

What advice would you give to your 12-year-old self? 

Don’t hide out from school... focus on your education and keep out of trouble. 

What does a successful 2020 look like for Rawpa Crawpa? 

The future is orange … Very bright! 

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SOCA BUZZ 

QT 2HYPE 

FATHER, DJ, PRODUCER & PAN MAN 

Written by: Abbie Tiny 

Explain the name? 

QT 2hype is actually an acronym, it means a Q uality T ouch 

2 (To) H ype Y our P arty E asily 

What inspired you to become a Dj? 

There wasn’t one particular moment that inspired me to become a DJ, I just knew 

I wanted to DJ from an early age, I used to mess around with the equaliser on my 

mums hi-fi and scratch her records (to her dismay) on the record player on the top, 

I asked my parents to buy me some Technics 1210 turntables when I was 8, after 

seeing a DJ on a kids programme, they obviously didn’t buy them, but I was still 

spending my pocket money on vinyl, essentially starting my record collection, I 

mainly used to listen to sound clash DJ’s, Hip Hop DJ’s and scratch/battle DJ’s, like 

the guys who would compete in the DMC World Championship, but my inspiration 

came from the love of music and wanting to put my own spin on it. 

How as living in the Uk influenced you as a Dj? 

The UK, well London, where I was born and raised, is a melting pot of different 

cultures, ethnicities and religions, I grew up in a caribbean household, my parents 

listened to everything from Calypso, to Soca, to Reggae, to Soul, to Motown 

Classics and even Rock, my dad was (well still is) a pan man, I heard pan from as far 

back as I can remember, one of my uncles was a sound engineer for a well known 

British Reggae band, my other uncle was into Rap and House, he also had decks, 

so I would go to his to practice DJing, my primary school friends were into Pop, 

then I started listening to Ragga, Hip Hop, RnB, Swing, Jungle & Garage when I 

got to secondary school, I would mix any genre of music together, which I guess 

influenced most of the remixes I ended up doing and my DJ style to this date. 

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What do you think can be done to improve the soca 

industry in the Uk and why? 

Same thing I’ve been saying for years, more unity 

and less competition, don’t get me wrong, it’s got 

a lot better, but still not where it should be, look 

at the UK Afrobeat scene, just as an example, their 

DJ’s support their artists, they all support each 

others events, their artists are doing collabs with the 

Afrobeat artists from Africa and the scene blew up, 

if one of our artists drops a song or an album, the 

whole scene should at least post it on social media 

a few times, look when Stormzy dropped his album, 

every artist, producer, blogger site and fan in the 

scene posted it up, I couldn’t scroll down without 

seeing it, this would also help in terms of people hearing and getting used to the 

songs and DJ’s would play them in the fetes, we need to try and stop holding 

events on the same night as each other too, granted, that’s not always easy, there 

are only 52 weekends within the year, but we all know each other, it’s not hard to 

find out who’s doing what and when, why have 4 or 3 small fetes in a night, when 

we can have 1 big 1, promoters can collab too, this is done in other scenes all the 

time, but like I said, I’ve seen small improvements and it can only get better. 

You are also a designer, producer and father how do you find time to undertake 

all this? 

....and I promote and play pan and just finished a UNI degree and more, but multitasking 

and time management is key, sometimes I work into the early hours of the 

morning on a project or might design a flyer when I’m on a plane, I’ve left the studio 

and gone straight to a booking, you get used to minimal sleep, but when I’m gone, 

I’m GONE, nothings waking me. 

What was the hi-light of carnival 2019 for you and why? 

Panorama was definitely one for me, don’t ask me how I managed to fit playing 

pan into my busy schedule too, but I managed to do it and it was an amazing night 

with my band (Metronomes), the tune was sweet too, we played So Long by Nadia 

Baston, we came 2nd, top spot next year, go Metro. 

Also, the success of our carnival band Island Mas, no mas band is perfect and trying 

to satisfy every masquerader is practically impossible, but the team worked hard 

and the feedback has been positive, the feeling you get when you’re on top the 

truck DJing and you look down and see a sea of happy faces is priceless, still get 

the same buzz I got all those years ago when I first started. 

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If you could change one thing about the soca business what would that be and 

why? 

I would change the fact that it’s still not an established genre, even though some of 

our artists have had some mainstream success, manstream still don’t know how to 

categories us, certain artists will scream they’re from Trinidad or Barbados, but will 

put on a Jamaican accent in songs or collaborate with a Dancehall artist, you can 

clearly hear Soca riddims in some popular songs, but it would never be said that 

this is a soca tune, those chart topping artists that make songs using those type of 

beats, could easily collaborate with a Soca artist, even if it’s just to show respect 

and recognition, Popcaan and Giggs are big in their fields, but I’m sure mainstream 

America knows’ of Dancehall and UK Rap because of Drake, I’m sure Justin Bieber 

could’ve put Kes or Destra on “Sorry”. Soca is big business and the scene is 

thriving, I don’t think we need justification from anyone, just the same amount of 

respect and recognition as everyone else. 

What’s the most memorable moment you can remember as a DJ and why? 

I’ve had so many, I don’t think I could pin point one, every time I touch the stage 

with my bro/artist Lavaman is special, the energy is always extremely high and 

we barely pre-plan sets, we just have this connection, we communicate on stage 

without talking. The many carnival’s I have played around the world, are also such 

great experiences and my radio shows, I’ve interviewed everybody you can think 

of, but interviewing Machel was an experience, especially as there aren’t many 

presenters over here he was giving the interview to, I was also giving UK artists 

a platform to come on, when not many others were, I’m lucky to have had many 

memorable moments throughout my career, I’ll cherish them all. 

What advice would you give your 16-year-old self and why? 

Probably the same advice I give any of the up and coming DJ’s I talk to today, 

1. Practice makes perfect: it’s a lot easier to become a DJ in this day and age, buy 

a laptop, get a controller, copy your friend’s library and done, but you still have to 

learn the art and skill, that can only come with experience and endless hours of 

practice. 

2. Your time will come: don’t run before you can walk, when I was 15/16, I knew I 

was the hardest, my people knew I was the hardest, but the world didn’t know and 

it would frustrate me, I kept practicing, building my record collection, playing at the 

local parties, until the bigger clubs and promoters came knocking. 

3. Hard work pays off: once you’ve practiced, the work now starts, develope your 

own style, you are your own brand, it’s time to start marketing yourself. Don’t just 

expect it, put yourself out there and be patient, it will pay off in the end. 

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Who is QT 2hype when not performing, Djing, designing or producing? 

Family man, the wife and kids are everything, friends and family are the most 

important people in my life they have kept me grounded, chef, I love to cook, I’m 

actually in the kitchen as we speak, social man, out with my people, with a few 

bottles of Courvoisier and I’m good, lol. 

What would a successful 2020 look like for QT 2hype? 

I have a few new riddims and songs that will be released in 2020, with established 

and new artists, for all of those to be a successful would be great. Also to play in 

some different countries, uncharted territory so to speak, to spread the culture 

further would count as success and to continue to support and build the scene, in 

the forefront and behind the scenes, is a win for me. Watching my kids develop and 

grow every day is priceless, they are my biggest success. 

I also have a Grenada Independence event with DJ Bones called Spice Nation, on 

7th February 2020 at Favela in Camden, check out my socials for tickets. 

I would also like to say thank you for having me and continue doing what you’re 

doing, platforms like this, help the industry grow, so keep it up. 

Contact and socials: 

Booking info: Tel: +44 7939 020 917 Email: qt2hype@gmail.com 

Instagram: @qt2hype / @q2designstudio 

Soundcloud: QT 2hypeFacebook: @qt.2hype Twitter: @qt_2hype 

Website: www.qt2hype.com 

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DANCEHALL BUZZ 

XYCLONE 

SOUNDS OF AFRICA - OUT NOW 

Written by: Epik Jones 

Explain who Xyclone is and how did you get that name? 

Xyclone is an international reggae billboard recording artist. He’s apart of spragga 

benz Redsquare camp. He got the name xyclone from a friend in high school called 

Nowledge. 

You have a new album out now, released with out much promotion, is this a new 

stratagy for you and your team also what has been the feedback from doing this? 

we live in a social media world where you can now drop music ASAP and promote 

after. My goal is to get millions of people to stream my music daily. 

What is the album called? 

the album is called the sounds of Africa because it’s 100% influenced by the “now” 

sounds on Afro beat that the world is loving. 

As a dancehall artist do you think it is important to have a body of work 

compared to just singles and why? 

yes it’s very important. Because it gives your core fanbase a body of work that they 

can connect to and appreciate. Singles are good but there’s nothing like putting on 

your favourite artist album and blocking out the world .... even if it’s for a moment. 

Plus year and years after you can always go back and listen that album 

What inspired this body of work? 

I really love the sounds of Afrobeat and the world is loving it also. So why not 

embrace it and fuse it with my reggae / dancehall culture. 

You are a member of red square how has that helped you and your career and do 

you think young artist should Align themselves with bodies to push and further 

their career? 

Being mentored by one of the greats in dancehall history; what more can you 

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ask for. One of the biggest songs of my career meck 

it clap remix featuring Konshens Spragga Benz made 

that happen. He made the phone call and the rest was 

history. Aligning yourself with the correct people are 

important, not just anyone group but they right group 

that fits you as an artist. 

What impact would you like to leave on the industry? 

I would like to help other artist achieve their dreams 

as well. I want to sign multiple artists and producers . I 

want to be Able to employ all my friends and families. 

Would you sign with a label or remain independent, Why? 

Definitely would love to sign. But I’ve seen cases where artists sign and their career 

has went downhill and I’ve seen cases where artist flourished. So as long as the 

label represents me well and fit the kind of artist I am, I am all for signing. 

What would a realistic successful 2020 look like for Xyclone? 

To get a number 1 song in Jamiaca. That’s going to take a lot of work and sacrifice 

seeing that I don’t live in Jamiaca but I’ve never shied away from a challenge. 

What is it that Xyclone needs to improve as a recording and performing artiste 

individually without external assistance? 

I need to improve on my YouTube platform. I focus more on Spotify because it 

pays more and it’s playlist driven so it’s easier for new fans to discover my music on 

there, but in order to become bigger as a dancehall artist I need to focus more on 

YouTube in 2020. 


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CATCHING UP WITH 

VIDEO ROPES 

WRITER, DIRECTOR & DANCEHALL VIDEOGRAPHER 

Written by: Worlmag 

Who is Video Ropes? 

I been working in the media industry for almost 2o years, i fell in love with cameras 

from i was a child, i grow up dreaming of becoming a film director, i have become 

a major player in the entertainment industry working with the likes of Shaggy, 

Beenie man, Mr Vegas and Konshens just to name a few. i am a hard working honest 

professional videographer. 

How did you get into videography? 

When i was 12 years old my Grandmother Who was my mum at the time pass away 

and one of her brother from England came to the funeral in Jamaica he gave me a 

huge camera to film the funeral and from that time i fell in love with camera and 

rest is history as they say 

What is your most memorable moment as a videographer? 

My most memorable moment is 19th October 2012 when i premiere my first movie 

Reality of the dancehall at the odeon Greenwich and Imax London. 

As a videographer in the UK, what are some of the setbacks you face? 

I don’t know about setback but I have made many sacrifices to be where am at 

today, life is a learning curve so you move forward. 

If given the opportunity to change something about the industry what would it 

be and why? 

I would love to see more female videographers in the industry. We need more 

diversity. 

If you weren’t doing videography what would you be doing? 

I would be Teacher or working in mental health. 

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You released a movie, Reality of the Dancehall can 

we expect another part if so when? 

Yes part 2 is definitely coming! the film is scheduled 

to release 2020 for all to see. I want to thank 

everyone for their patience and support. Its been an 

amazing journey, I know part 1 was out long time ago 

I went to university to do my BA & Master Degree, 

now am ready to show the world part 2. 

What inspired the movie? 

The movie is inspired by the whole Dancehall life 

style in the uk. 

How do you feel the Uk dancehall scene compares 

to other countries except Jamaica? 

I film internationally I know UK set the trended in all 

Dancehall scene. 

What is one thing the dancehall media industry is lacking and how can that 

change be brought about? 

The UK Dancehall media lack unity, we all need to work together. 

What’s next for Video Ropes, what does 2020 looks like? 

Wow 2020 going to be a massive year for me and my team, we got the movie 

coming. I just finish up my studio, I have a program call SPEAK FROM YOUR HEART 

(similar to on stage) where we promote businesses, music artists and more. 

How can you be contacted ( bookings and socials) 

For bookings: 

+44 7932505925 / 02086940172 

Social media: 

Instagram: @official_movieropes7 (Dancehall) 

@official_videoropes (weddings, Funerals and more) 

Facebook: Ropes movieropes Twitter: @videoropes 

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BUSINESS 

NATALIE LEONNA ROYER 

OF NLPR AGENCY/STUDIOS 

Written by: Tricia Blake 

How did you get into your line of business? 

I initially started out as a model and was able to connect with a lot of people in the 

music and fashion industry, I did a lot of work behind the scenes with my manager 

at the time and found that I preferred being behind the scenes instead of in the 

limelight. After 4 years in 2010 I ventured out and started working independently 

and have not looked back since. 

How long as your business been running? 

As NLPR 6 years, but in the industry altogether 13 years 

What has been the Highlight of your business? 

I have a few, working with great brands like Toni & Guy, Debenham, Caffe 

Concerto and connecting with some fabulous people, some of whom have become 

family. More recently connecting with Diva Choice and more a less restarting a 

whole movement. 

What advice would you give to someone getting into the business? 

Research, research, research. Be ready, know your industry, know your client base, 

be willing and able to fill every role within your company , know your company 

inside out and have the ability to manage your own expectations. Do not expect 

use Microwave strategies and expect stove top results, be patient and love your 

craft. 

What inspired you to get into the business? 

I would say my biggest drive was my daughter. Having her at 17. As soon as I 

found out I was pregnant my first thought was that I did not want to fall into that 

stereotypical category and the trap of some other’s around me. I immediately 

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wanted better for me and my little girl. There were 

some real hard times and after getting myself 

together properly I went for it and never looked back. 

I love the business, I am my happiest and myself when 

doing what I do. I’m not looking at the time or the 

fact that it’s the weekend. I’m doing it and I’m loving 

it and that is so important. 

Is this your only business, if no, what else are you currently doing and why? 

This is my main business at the moment, as well as the running of our own 

photography, filming and multipurpose studio , the two of which go hand in hand. 

I am constantly working on different projects with clients turned business partners 

turned family Diva Choice, and have another business that I can’t say too much 

about possibly on the horizon. Saying that I also formed an initiative for hurricane 

relief in the West Indies particularly Dominica, called Relief For Dominica, with 

three other really good friends of mine, doing collections, fundraisers, and sending 

supplies, to schools , churches etc, who have been affected by tropical storms and 

hurricanes. 

What advice would you give to your 14-year-old self? 

Focus, feed your ambitions and starve your distractions. 

If you weren’t doing this line of business what else would you be doing ? 

Honestly I am not sure, although maybe some kind of social activism. 

What is the one change you would implement in your industry, given the chance 

and why? 

Honestly I would like to see more melanin in influential places , that can implement 

changes and the narrative. I would like it to be a little more inclusive, so that the 

ordinary woman, does not feel so unordinary for being ordinary. 

Where do you see yourself and the business in 5 years? 

Multiple studios, owning the buildings instead of leasing and having a lot more busy 

months than slower ones. 

How can you be contacted/socials? 

www.nlpronline.com Instagram: @nlpr_agency @nlpr_studios @relieffordominica 

Facebook: NL PR STUDIOS 

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WINTER WONDERLAND EDITION 

Written by: Diva Choice 

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HEALTH 

GEOGRAPHIC TONGUE 

THE CAUSE - IS THERE A CURE? 

By Janice Fletcher - Quailified Dental Nurse 

Season’s greeting. I really do hope you are enjoying the festivity of the season. This 

Christmas I wish you lots of love, peace, happiness and laughter. In my final issue 

for 2019 I will be looking at the Geographic Tongue. Geographic Tongue is a very 

common condition. It appears on the top and sides of the tongue and sometimes 

even under the surface. The tongue develops irregular, smooth, red areas which 

may look like the outline of a map. Wavy white lines usually appears next to the 

red patches. The position of these red patches and lines may change. Geographic 

Tongue happens because the old surface of the tongue replaces itself. With this 

condition the top layer of the skin of the tongue does not come away evenly. Some 

area comes away too early and leaves a red sore patch like a scratch whilst in other 

places the skin stays too long and looks white. 

The red areas because they are thin can sometimes become infected with thrush 

(candida) and so feel sore. This is very common in the mouths. Geographic Tongue 

affects all ages, and this is normally first noticed as a child. It is not something you 

can pass on to other people, but it does run in the families. This is not infectious. 

This condition tends to be painful when you eat acidic things like citrus, fruit or 

spicy foods. However, these do not make the condition worse. There is no special 

test that is needed your doctor or a dentist can diagnose the problem just by 

looking at the tongue. 

Unfortunately, there is no treatment sometimes treatments for thrush can ease the 

discomfort eg. miconazole gel. Geographic Tongue will never be cancerous but you 

will have to learn to live with it. An as individual you will have to try and find out 

which foods make it worse and avoid them. 

Let’s hope that 2020 will bring lots more interesting and educational articles. 

Peace and love for the season. 

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HEALTH 

HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE (HYPERTENSION) 

By EarthAngel 

What is blood pressure? 

Blood pressure is the pressure of blood in your arteries - the vessels that carry your 

blood from your heart to your brain and the rest of your body. You need a certain 

amount of pressure to get the blood moving round your body. 

Your blood pressure naturally goes up and down throughout the day and night, 

and it’s normal for it to go up while you’re moving about. it’s when your overall 

blood pressure is consistently high, even when you are resting that you need to do 

something about it. 

Having high blood pressure increases your risk of heart attack and stroke, so 

knowing your blood pressure could save your life. 

What is high blood pressure (Hypertension)? 

High blood pressure is medically known as hypertension. It means your blood 

pressure is consistenly too high and means that your heart has to work harder to 

pump blood around your body. High blood pressure is serious. 

What is a healthy or normal blood pressure? 

Your blood pressure should be under 140/90. 

The causes 

In most cases, it is not exactly clear what causes high blood pressure 

(Hypertension). However there are several factors that can increse your risk. 

1. Age - The risk of developing high blood pressure increases as you get older. 

2. Family history of high blood pressure 

3. Being of African or Caribbean origin 

4. Lack of exercise 

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5. Being overweight 

6. A high amount of Salt in your food 

7. Smoking 

8. Excessive alcohol intake 

Making healthy lifestyle changes can help keep your blood pressure at a normal 

level. 

Symptons of high blood pressure 

High blood pressure rarely has noticeable symptoms. The following can be 

symptoms of high blood pressure: 

1. Blurred vision 

2. Nosebleeds 

3. Shortness of breath 

4. Chest pain 

5. Dizziness 

6. Headaches 

How can I lower my blood pressure? 

Here are some of the ways you can reduce your chances of getting high blood 

pressure: 

• Reducing your salt intake and increasing your fruit & vegatable intake. 

• Reducing your alcohol intake 

• Being more active 

• Loose weight 

Where can I get my blood pressure measured or tested? 

You can get your blood pressure checked at GP surgeries, some pharmacies and 

some workplaces. If you are aged 40-74 you can ask for an NHS health check in 

England only. 

Help and support 

if you have high blood pressure, it’s important to know that you’re not alone. It’s 

important to find support from the people around you and healthcare professionals. 

Make sure you check your blood pressure and keep a record. 

More information can be sourced at: 

www.bhf.org.uk/informationsupport/risk-factors/high-blood-pressure 

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SEXPLORATION 

CONDOM OR NOT TO CONDOM PT2? 

By SexPress 

You also need to be aware that STI’s don’t just transfer from genital to genital, 

you can also get an STI in your mouth, from oral sex and some STI’S can also be 

contracted via skin to skin, I’m going to have to elaborate another time. 

Don’t get me wrong shit happens in nit, in the heat of the moment when the time 

feels so right, you will just slip it in and just run with it. But at some point, in that 

euphoric moment of sexual pleasure you will question what you are doing, I should 

have just put on a condom, but you carry on while preying to the gods, that you 

don’t catch anything or get pregnant. if this does happen go get checked. There are 

so many ways you can get tested, you can even get a kit posted to you if need be. 

but the best thing would be to go to the clinic. 

I find that many people have moments like this, shit themselves and then thank 

god when they get tested and all is clear, but then make the mistake over and over 

again. Don’t get it twisted your luck eventually runs out, trust me, I see it every day. 

And one doesn’t have to be someone who sleeps around to contract the STI or HIV 

you know. 

STIGMAS 

In people’s head, a person who has an STI or HIV are those who sleep around. 

This isn’t true at all. It could be a wonderful person who hasn’t had many partners 

and very faithful, who ends up putting their trust in some, nasty duty fucker who 

cheated on them and gets an STI and passes it on. STI doesn’t stand for STRICTLY 

THROTS INFECTION, it stands for SEXUAL TRANSMITTED INFECTION and they 

don’t discriminate at all. They have no feelings and just want to get to the next 

victim. The cheating scenarios are very common reasons why STI’s and HIV spread 

so far and wide. 

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SHAME 

Many people feel ashamed when they find out they have something. Many don’t 

need to be. BUT if your fucking nuff people like a bad man/woman and know you’re 

not being safe then feel ashamed. If you like sex with different people so much, 

read a book or look online on how to keep safe rather look up how to stay hard for 

longer, or how to perform oral sex. Here are reasons why we don’t look after our 

sexual health: 

• Not being taught by family and/or school. 

• Not ever having a conversation or knowing someone to talk to, about it. 

• Stories that you hear about the clinics, so you don’t go 

• Fear of meeting someone at the clinic that you know. 

• Fear in general. 

• Hearing stereotypical views. 

• Your own perceptions 

I can go on. 

There are a lot of people living in silence due to fear of being judged. we have all 

made passing comments in the past, especially when growing up. When you’re not 

educated and haven’t been told much about it, you feel that it’s a certain type of 

person that gets STI’s/HIV 

WHY DO BLACK PEOPLE FIND IT HARD TO HAVE “THE” CONVERSATION! 

It seems there is a culture of not having these discussions. Don’t get me wrong, 

you can hear so much about sex itself, but when it comes to STI’s and HIV, it 

doesn’t get spoken about much. How often do you ask the person you’re going to 

have sex with, when last was you tested, do you have an STI’s or had one before? 

These questions are so important, many people believe they are free from STI’s 

when in fact many aren’t. We need to change that. We need to open up the floor, 

especially those who are 25+ and start being real. Its ok to love sex trust me, I 

know, been loving it from day. but its ten times more important to get educated 

and take responsibility for your health, no one can do that apart from you. Please 

don’t ignore your instincts, it can save your life. if using a condom crosses your 

mind (even in a long-term relationship) then use it. Getting tested in a relationship 

is just as important than when you’re not in one. And if you embark in a new sexual 

partner then start as you mean to go on, use a condom and get the facts that you 

need to make the decision to not use one. Don’t forget it’s your life you’re playing 

with let alone someone else’s. 

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TO CONCLUDE 

Condoms can lessen the risk of catching an STI’s/HIV than anything else, they 

are 98% effective when it comes to pregnancy, they have so many benefits 

and advantages. The only thing that can help protect you from STI’s, HIV and 

pregnancy. Be responsible for your own health. Talk to your sexual partner about 

being safe and getting tested. Talk to your friends and find out if they know the 

importance of Condoms and safe sex. If you hear of a friend that’s going to hook 

up with someone, make sure you remind them to be safe and use a condom. That’s 

how you help people think about their actions. If you get a bad reception when 

asking someone to use one, then think: 

1. do they respect you? 

2. do they practice safe sex? 

3. Do they standardly not use a condom? 

4. When last was they tested? 

5. When last was you tested? 

6. Do you have an STI/HIV? 

7. Do they have an STI/HIV? 

8. Do you want to be or get someone pregnant? 

9. Do you respect yourself enough to walk away if they don’t want to use one? 

For more information on condoms check out 

www.nhs.uk/conditions/contraception/male-condoms/ 

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SEXY TUNES OF THE MONTH: 

Kranium: In Charge 

Arin Ray: Always 

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FEBRUARY 

2ND FEBRUARY 2020 

D RIDDIM TRIBE LAUNCH 

PARTY 

REIGN 

Cost: £12/ £15 

Venue: The Venue 

229 Great Portland Street, 

W1W 5PN 

Time: 6pm- 11:30pm 

9TH FEBRUARY 2020 

GRENADA 

INDEPENDENCE DAY 

FETE 

Cost: £6/ £8/ £10 

Venue: Loves Company 

104-122 City Road, 

Shoreditch, EC1V 2NR 

Time: 4pm- 11pm 


SOCA FRENZY 

REVELLING IN RED- 

VALENTINES MAS 

Cost: £5/ £10/ £15 

Venue: Scala 

275 Pentonville Road, 

N1 9NL 

Time: 11pm – 5am 

21ST FEBRUARY 2020 

ISSA SNACK 

GRENADA MEETS ST LUCIA 

INDEPENDENCE 

Cost: From £1 

Venue: Favela 

65 Crowndale Road, NW1 

1BD 

Time: 10pm- 4am 


SOCA MAWWDDD 

SUBHEADING GOES HERE 

Cost: £7/ £10/ MOTD 

Venue: The Habisha Bar 

256 Brixton Road, SW9 

6AQ 



ISLAND VIBES 

THE SHOREDITCH EDITION 

Cost: 

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Shoreditch 29-32 

The Oval, E2 9DT 



BACCHANAL 

THE MONTHLY CARIBBEAN 

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Venue: Concrete 

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FEBRUARY 


BASHMENT WHINE 

SHOREDITCH CARNIVAL 

PARTY 

Cost: £3/ £5/ £10 

Venue: The Lighthouse Bar 

& Club 62-68 Rivington 

Street, EC2A 3AY 



DANCEHALL FEVER 

2020 PARTY STARTER 

Cost: £1/£5/£7/£15 

Venue: Oval Space 

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CHA CHA FRIDAYZ 

(EVERY FRIDAY) 

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DANCEHALL CENTRAL 

LADIES £1 BASHMENT 

PARTY 

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HOT WUK BRISTOL 

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Venue: Mama Roux’s in 

Birmingham 

3 Lower Trinity Street, 

Birmingham, B9 4AG 



BASHMENT PARTY 

WINTER FEST 2020 

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Venue: O2 Forum Kentish 

Town 9-17 Highgate Road, 

NW5 1JY 



BASHMENT IN THE CITY 

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FREAKY FRIDAY 

DANCEHALL IN THE CITY 

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9NL 



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FOODS, DRINKS 

& RECIPES 

TASTE OF THE CARIBBEAN 

St. Kitts and Nevis national dish 

Stewed salt fish served with spicy plantains, coconut dumplings and seasoned 

breadfruit. 

Stewed Saltfish: 

• 1 lb saltfish 

• 1 green pepper diced 

• 1 lb tomatoes chopped 

• 5 cloves chopped garlic 

• 2 tbsp margarine 

• 6 scallions finely chopped 

• 2 tbsp parsley chopped 

• 1 small onion chopped 

• salt and pepper to taste 

Method: 

1. Soak saltfish overnight then hot in fresh water until tender. 

2. Drain fish, remove the bones and scales and flake. 

3. Heat oil in a large heavy saucepan. Add pepper, scallions, onionand garlic. 

Cover and cook over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring occa¬sionally. Add the 

tomatoes and simmer over moderate heat until heated through for about 2to 

3 minutes. Add flaked saltfish along with margarine, salt and pepper. Cover the 

stew and simmer over low heat until heated through for about five minutes. 

4. Arrange the saltfish on a plate. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with dumplings, 

breadfruit and spicy plantains. 

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Spicy Plantains: 

• 3 medium sized plantains peeled and • 1/4 tsp of salt 

chopped into 1/2 pieces 

• 1/4 tsp of hot sauce or finely chopped 

• 2 tbsp fresh ginger peeled & grated pepper 

• 1 small onion grated 

• oil for frying 


Method: 

Combine all the ingredients in a bowl. Toss until mixed. Fry in batches until golden 

brown and cooked. Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve alongside saltfish, 

dumplings and breadfruit. 

Coconut Dumplings: 

• 1/2 cup of grated coconut 

• 1 1/2 cups of flour 

• 1/4 tsp of salt 

• 1 tbsp oil 


• 1/2 cup of water 

Method: 

Place flour, coconut, salt, margarine and oil in a bowl. Gradually stir in the water 

to make a stiff dough. Turn onto a lightly floured board and knead for about two 

minutes. Make dumplings in desired shape. Slide dumplings into boiling salted 

water. Cover and cook for about 10 to 15 minutes. 

Seasoned breadfruit: 

• 3 cups full breadfruit chopped into 1 • 2 tbsp of fresh parleys chopped 

inch pieces 

• 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves 

• 2 tbsp oil 

• 1/2 cup of chicken broth or 1 cube 

• 1 tbsp unsalted butter or margarine dissolved into 1/2 cup of water 

• 1/2 cup of red pepper diced 

• 1/4 tsp of salt 

• 1 medium onion chopped 

• 1/4 tsp of freshly ground pepper 

• 4 garlic cloves crushed 

Method: 

Melt butter or margarine in a heavy saucepan over medium heat then add oil. 

Add onions and cook until golden about 5 to 8 minutes, stirring often. Add garlic, 

thyme, red pepper and parsley and sauté for 30 secs. Remove from heat and add 

breadfruit with chicken broth or other prepared liquid. Toss gently to blend and 

heat through. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve with dumpling, saltfish 

and spicy plantain. 

Recipe created by Jacqueline Ryan 

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