Don’t forget the TUFF TUMAS Vanuatu Fund Raiser this Sunday…
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Containers set sail for Vanuatu
Today 5 containers set sail for Vanuatu as we gear up for Tuff Tumas for Vanuatu 2015 to raise the much needed funds that will assist paying for the land cartage and distribution of specific needs in Vanuatu.
For those who don’t know, the word ‘Tuff‘ means Tough and ‘Tumas‘, Too Much (Strong). They come from a common language spoken in Vanuatu called Bislama.
Bislama was created in Australia during the 1800s as a means of communication for the many clans that were taken from some 80+ islands in the South Pacific including Vanuatu and the Solomon Islands.
As descendants of the blackbird trade (slavery), members of The Australian South Sea Islanders – Port Jackson and it’s many supporters have banded together to fundraise for the much needed land cartage and direct distribution costs of goods to many Vanuatu families who are the victims of the devastation caused by Cyclone Pam which has all but destroyed their beautiful nation.
ASSI.PJ were moved by the graphic posted on our fb page entitled Tuff Tumas which depicted these words over the flag of Vanuatu with the cyclone imagery and used it as a cover photo for both pages without any question. The design was then used to create an event page by a thoughtful and committed volunteer.
As a common saying, TUFF TUMAS is the perfect symbol of the resilience being shown by our families in Vanuatu and the many Islands surrounding who are currently suffering.
The record label Tuff Tumas Records has been supportive and understanding of our plight during these pressing times and our adoption of the common language / wording particularly “Tuff Tumas for Vanuatu 2015” but we must advise that we are in no way related to the Tuff Tumas Record label/DJ.
We look forward to seeing those who can attend a star studded international calibre concert on the 26th April 2015 at the Addison Road Community Centre, 142 Addison Road, Marrickville Sydney NSW.
Emelda Davis president of ASSI.PJ & ASSI NSW State Alliance
Sydney Care have generously donated to the TUFF TUMAS Vanuatu fundraiser
Sydney Care have generously donated to the TUFF TUMAS Vanuatu fundraiser, supplying 30 x 4kg boxes of chicken, pallets of soft drink, snacks and rice – Tanku Tumas Pastor Lorna.
more acts for Tuff Tumas Vanuatu Fundraiser
more acts for Tuff Tumas Vanuatu Fundraiser…
Errol Renaud is an internationally acclaimed reggae extraordinaire who has established a reggae institution here in Australia for the pst 30+ years. He has performed across the nation and abroad and is to be admired for his originality and sustainability. Fans flock from venue to venue and he is a permanent fixture for the past 7 years at the Civic Hotel on Monday nights from 10.00pm – 3.00am. This gig is not to be missed on a school night.
Radio Skid Row with Sista Agz – world renowned jazz artist Johnny Nicol and Shireen Malamoo performing at Tuff Tumas for Vanuatu 2015
Radio Skid Row program Koori Connection with Sista Agz – world renowned jazz artist Johnny Nicol and Shireen Malamoo performing at Tuff Tumas for Vanuatu 2015 – 26th April – Addison Road Community Centre, 142 Addison Road Marrickville.
TUFF TUMAS Vanuatu Fundraiser
Australian South Sea Islanders – Port Jackson are holding a charity concert in collaboration with Addison Road Community centre to raise funds for those affected by Cyclone Pam. We invite you to join us in support and solidarity with our brothers and sisters in Vanuatu at the TUFF TUMAS Vanuatu Fundraiser.
When: Sunday 26th April 2015
Where: Addison Road Community Centre, 142 Addison Road, Marrickville
Time: Starts 4.00pm
Internationally acclaimed artists and DJs appearing include:
1. Sista Agz
Radio Skid Rows very own Sista Agz born on the Torres Strait Islands brings a saltwater fusion of roots rock reggae. One of Australia’s original Indigenous DJs who is also proud of her Women Tanna Island/Vanuatu heritage.
2. Kamauri
Sydney based Jamaican Dancehall artist, song writer and producer performs ‘Wife Material’ and others.
3. JC Funkdafied
JC grew up in London exposed to the sound of mainstream popular music. It wasn’t until 1982 when a friend introduced JC to ‘Planet Rock’ by Afrika Bambaataa that his love affair with Electro Funk, Hip Hop and vinyl began.
4. Shireen Malamoo
A proud Birra Gubba women of Vanuatu descent one of our first Aboriginal / Kanak Jazz – Soul artists will be performing her favourites with the backing of Johnny Nicol band.
5. Johnny Nicol
World renowned Indigenous Australian Jazzer and accomplished musician Johnny Nicol performs his greatest hits off his recent album. Nicol has featured as a permanent band member for the infamous Maori Troubadours and The Col Nolan Soul Syndicate.
6. Ras Roni
Reggae Master Ras Roni from Barbados via London is one of Australia’s reggae pioneers formerly lead vocalist with Bdos Internationals, The Undivided, Untabu, Mataqali Music, Reggae Movement & Kalabash. He now spearheads for Sydney band The Strides. Ras Roni is renowned for his commitment to First Nations Peoples depicted in his song ‘Corner Stone’.
7.Mataqali
These Sydney based wantoks perform a catchy blend of roots reggae, pacific reggae, funk and acoustic music. Band leader JJ Knight has worked with many including Untabu and as a founding member for award winning band Mataqali. He is backed by internationally acclaimed musicians.
8. Errol Renaud
Errol is from Trinidad & Tobago and is an institution of Caribbean music in the Australian, Asian and Pacific regions. He has toured Oz with Amral’s Trinidad Cavaliers during their world tour with a vast history of international music platforms.
9. Ras Daniel Ray & Roots Odyssey (UK Sound System)
Roots Reggae direct from Jamaica, “Ras Daniel Ray”, Producer, Arranger, Singer, Song Writer, Sound System specialist, and lead man for the legendary Vin Gordon of Studio One fame, and The Real Rock Band, is a power house performer, and is in Australia…
A man of humble beginnings, Ras Daniel Ray is a strong advocate of human rights with an ancestral message through his music of peace and unity, and his Rastafarian roots and culture. Arriving from Paris just yesterday his heart goes out to the people of Vanuatu as the world have been watching the devastation and he was moved to support the call.
more acts to be announced…
Early bird tickets $18 call or text 0416 300 946
