RRI Media Corp., a Miami, Florida-based corporation, aka Reggae Report enjoys an international reputation. As we celebrate 25 years in 2008, we look
forward with great anticipation to the possibilities of this Web site. This is not the beginning of our journey, but
a continuation. From its humble
beginnings as a newsletter in 1983, Reggae Report evolved into a glossy
magazine that, by 1986, was distributed throughout the U.S. and dozens
of cities around the world. By the
mid-90s, Reggae Report had an international following in more than 42
countries, a collection of awards and accolades, and a history of consistency
and dependability. In addition, it was
recognized as the ultimate source for Reggae news and information, sustained a
reputation for providing quality journalism, and received the trust, support,
and respect of performers and music industry professionals on all levels.
Our goal is to present a site that
speaks to the audience, a site that will engage and entertain Reggae fans
totally. Our success will be based on
brand power, intellectual property, and our strong competitive position. As our site grows, fans will reap the
rewards. In 2007, RRI Media Corp.
introduced "Backstage @ReggaeReport.com," a Net TV-video show produced from its
Miami base. "Backstage" will bring you up close and
personal interviews with artists and industry professionals. The momentum will carry us to destinations
worldwide, and will bring you visual contact with your favorite stars and
locations. In addition, we will have visitor
interaction, as well as a portal where fans will interact with each other. The plan is ongoing. As we reach one goal, we will strive for
another. We will endeavor to meet and
exceed your expectations.
M. Peggy Quattro, Publisher
Publisher M. Peggy Quattroenjoys an
extensive musical history. She began her
career in 1981 as assistant to Don Taylor, then manager of Bob Marley, Jimmy
Cliff, and Gregory Isaacs; followed by a stint with veteran producer Joe
Gibbs whose label boasted Dennis Brown, JC Lodge, and Beres Hammond, to name a
few. In 1983, with a strong
desire to utilize her writing and photography skills, and armed with industry
contacts and an awareness of the popularity of Reggae music in Europe and South
America, she began Reggae Report with Michael "Mikey Zappow" Williams. Williams returned to Jamaica in
1985, and Ms. Quattro continued the magazine and her quest to spread the music
and message.
Ms. Quattro's background includes:
Writing articles for Billboard, Caribbean
Travel and Life,Miami Metro,High
Times, Caribbean Today, and the Jamaica Record.
Executive producer of Reggae Report's
fan-favorite "Small Axe" Awards presentation.
Both a panelist and moderator at
music conferences held in New York City, Miami, Austin, and Kingston, Jamaica
Speaking about Reggae on several
occasions, including a seminar at the University of Miami.
Being a special guest on BET-TV's
"Black Voices" program, along with other popular Reggae
performers.
In 1982, directed "Caribbean Sunburst",
a major four-day festival on Miami's Biscayne Bay.
In 1991 and 1992, hosting "Strick'ly
Reggae," a twice-weekly radio program on WAVS-AM (Ft.
Lauderdale) and WVCG-AM (Miami).
In 1998, executive producer of Dancehall Dynamite, a CD for NYC's
Relativity Records, coordinating 13-tracks of top names in Reggae and
Dancehall.
In 1999, introducing ReggaeReport.com,
a popular Internet portal for Reggae music.
In 2000, contributing biographical liner
notes and photos for Atlantic Records' tribute Garnet Silk CD.
In 2005, her exclusive interview with
the late Garnet Silk was included on VP Records tribute 10th Anniversary Garnet
Silk CD.
In 2007, introduced "Backstage
@ReggaeReport.com," an online Net-TV video production outlet.
In 2009, VP of Communications for Jamaica Arts Development Foundation.
Arielle Grace, Host
Arielle Grace Quattro is Video
Producer and On-air Personality for "Backstage @ReggaeReport.com." Arielle is a graduate of the University of Central Florida, Nicholson School of
Communication, where she received a BA in Television Production. Arielle looks forward to being part of
television and video productions relating to Reggae and Hip-Hop music, their
culture and history. Many of our contributors, whose names
you will surely recognize, have been associated with Reggae Report for
many years. Their dedication is
unwavering, and their contributions invaluable. We welcome our new associates and look forward
to their active participation. If you
would like to become a contributor, please send samples of your writing and/or
photographs to Publisher. Thank you!
Publisher: M. Peggy Quattro Editor-at-large: Sara Gurgen Webmaster and Technician: Adam Buechler
Writers: Jan Salzman, Terri Larsen, Melissa Gonzalez
Photographers: Jan Salzman, Lee Abel, Lynn Dearing, Elliot Shields, MP Quattro
Video Director/Editor: Arielle Quattro
Artistic Director: LMCS (Lloyd Mattis Creative Services)
Technical Advisor: Greg Vannoy
Technology & Artistic Advisor: Elliot Shields
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