The Reggae Movement Ever Forward Awards

Favorite Local Reggae Act :

Jah Family Band

Jah Family emerged upon the scene and provided fans from Ft. Collins to Denver to Mountains with a talented show each and every night they played. A fan favorite, the fans voting them as the Favorite Local Act reflects their hard work and dedication to the music that is apparent in their talented shows. Other notables in the voting were Zionway Soundsystem, Preacherman, and Canon and the Lion of Judah Band

Best Live Performance :

Burning Spear, Reggae on the Rocks XV

The voting was based from August 2001 to July 2002, and Burning Spear gave an exemplary performance that was a resounding victory in this category. Everything came together that evening at Red Rocks as he lifted everyone's spirits in the place. Other notables in the voting were Buju Banton, Damian Marley and Toots and the Maytals, all at the Fox Theater in Boulder.

Favorite DJ Show :

Muzik Maker

Beginning with the Cosmos Night Club and creating a great scene at the Supreme Court, Muzik Maker provided crowds with everything they needed to enjoy themselves. As DJ Hovey D, from New Mexico said, "I've never seen anyone get people to dance so quickly." Another notable on this award are the 3 DJ's down at the Snake Pit who put on the Happy Hour show every Friday.

Favorite Venue for a Reggae Show :

Fox Theatre, Boulder

If you've ever seen a show at The Fox, then you shouldn't have many questions as to why this venue was the overwhelmingly fan favorite for the Best Venue for a Reggae Show. From the scene outside to the sound and lighting, this is hands down the best venue one can ask for in a live music performance. Many thanks from all the fans should go to the Fox for putting together such a top notch performance each and every time. From Buju to Damian to Burning Spear, Culture and Black Uhuru, it's been another great year for Reggae.

Favorite Radio Show :

Heartbeat of Zion, Durango, Rasta Stevie

Not being from Durango, It's hard for me to say much about Rasta Stevie's Heartbeat of Zion Show. However, I can attest to the fact that his fans really came out in force in recognition of his talent, dedication and hard work. Other very close notables were the Reggae Bloodlines show in Boulder and Radio 1190's Rasta Experience.

Fan of the Year :

Peter Karuru

This was a subjective award, but there was no fan more passionate for reggae music than Peter Karuru, who was at every show, from DJ shows to Live Shows, involved front and center with the crowd, animated, excited, jubilant, and everything else that goes with the word "fantatic". Truly, there are many who are deserved of this award, but since only one is chosen, it must be him this past year.