Monday, 30 July 2012

Bingiman Interview By Film Director Gian Godoy London


Lioness Fonts & Gian Godoy


Below is the interview I done with Gian Godoy on my first trip to meet the film makers. The interview  was live and was broadcast on Ustream. The initial interview went really well. This is part one which has been edited with background music & fx. The original Broadcast can be found on ustream 

Bingiman Interview London Chelsea 23/06/2012



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Bingiman Interview By UK Rondon London UK



Bingiman Exclusive interview with DJ UK Rondon on Reggae4US.com. Bingiman speaks about his time spent in the music business. He speaks about the songs from his new album 'You Girl EP' released early 2012 and also speaks about his involvement in the Esther Anderson's new 2012 Movie Bob Marley The Making Of A Legend.


Bingiman Interview By UK Rondon London UK

Bingiman's Trip To London To Meet Esther Anderson

Bingiman 2012

Bob Marley & The Wailers 1973


I arrived in London at 11pm and had a bit of trouble locating Esthers Road but I finally found it arriving at her doorstep at 12:30pm. I knocked but no one seemed to be home, so made my way back to the high street only to bump in to Gian on the corner of the street. We greeted each other and he began to tell me about the history of the street not far from Esthers (round the corner). He explained that this area Chelsea used to be very poor and continued to explain how it became a very rich and a prime tourist spot in London.


We made our way back to the house chatting and feeling very completable with each other even though it was the first time we ever met. We spoke about  my song, the radio interview I arranged before reaching the front door once again of Esther Anderson's home.

Inside was Esther I greeted her with a hug and I apologised for having to cancel the previous week and also arriving a little bit late because I was ringing the wrong buzzer! But she didn't mind she said she was glad that I had it to london  and offered my refreshments before we took a stroll to the nearby restaurant for something to eat. She stopped on the way, on the same road where she lives and told me she was standing on this right spot chatting to her friend that lives across the road, and this man who recently moved in on her road told them to move away from his doorstep and asked them what they were doing around here! 

Esther Anderson Miami

Esther said she told him 'Listen I'm Esther Anderson the  film maker and I've been living on this road from the 1960's so don't you tell me were I should stand or talk on my road, when I have lived here way before you! She continued to explain that the man was clearly racist and he thought that black people shouldn't be around that part of London. She then went on to tell me that two robbers tred to burgle him home a few months later and he stood up to them and was stabbed and died.

We arrived at the restaurant and Esther ordered a salad while I settled for a coffee. She told me more about the film and that it recently won another award in Mexico and told me she was trying to get the film launched from the 02 Arena in London on the 6th Aug. She invited me to come along for the launch on the 6th and also said I could stay at hers if I don't have accommodation which I thought was pretty cool.

Bingiman Live Broadcast Chelsea London 


We arrived back at the house were Gian was having a few problems with the MAC and had to purchase a new keybaord. He set up the computer and the lighting and we I got myself  ready for the LIVE broadcast via Ustream. I was a bit surprised that I didn't feel nervous but was quite confident, I think it was Esther & Gian's warm welcome and all the radio interviews I did prior to that interview. Anyway we done the LIVE stream and it all went quite smoothly. I enjoyed the interview and I felt honoured to be sitting in a chair where famous artists, publishers and producers will also share there stories of contribution to this great film.

The Music Video

Gian and I also went out and took pictures in spots were Esther took pictures with Bob Marley, We also had to to shoot a music video to my track on the soundtrack 'Not Alright' We filmed on the Streets on london and also indoors. The video will be available on or after the release of the soundtrack CD which a release date has still not been confirmed.

After shooting the video I had a half hour to catch my train back to Birmingham. Esther was by the river with Mick Jaggers manager and some other friends so I didn't have time to say bye. I caught my train back to Birmingham at 7pm. I called Esther at 11pm to let her know I arrived back ok and to thank her for such an amazing day with an amazing person.

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Thursday, 28 June 2012

Bob Marley Making Of A Legend Soundtrack Audio Preview

The Official Track List & Some Demo Tracks Of The Artistes Involved.

I have gained permission to list and preview the upcoming soundtrack to Bob Marley Making Of A Legend. The Soundtrack is made up of artists from all around the globe from the UK to Miami to Jamaica. I have listed the artists but the track arrangement has yet to be finalised. 


SOUNDTRACK LISTING.

“Love Peace In Harmony” performed by CHRIS ANDERSON
“Love Peace In Harmony” (Dub) Performed by ASTON ‘FAMILYMAN’ BARRETT
“One World” Performed by FRANCIS JOCKY
“Jah Calling Me” Performed by ASTON ‘FAMILYMAN’ BARRETT & ASTON BARRETT JR
“Tough Life” Performed by FORMULLA & IRIE JAM
"Not Alright” Performed by BINGIMAN & IRIE JAM 
“Spirit Is Alive” Performed by CHRIS ANDERSON
“Fly Away Home” Performed by MOTHER MACKY
“Chant Down Babylon” Performed by SINGER JAH Ft. SABO KHANI & IRIE JAM 
“In Control” Performed by AKILA BARRETT
“Love Reggae Music” Performed by AKILA BARRETT
“Rootsman Dub Vibes” Performed by AKILA BARRETT
“Changing People” Performed by AKILA BARRETT
“Wanted Man” Performed by ESTHER ANDERSON
“JAH MEK YA” Performed by Shadona Barrett & Aston Barrett Jr
 “Say Good Morning” Performed by RAS MCKOY
“Cry For Love” Performed by TIM HAIN




Please stay posted for more info on the soundtrack.

Bob Marley Film Soundtrack Announced At OneLove Festival





The Official Soundtrack Was Announced Here On the Onelove Festival Website. The Official Soundtrack to the Movie Bob Marley Making Of A Legend is as below:



“BOB MARLEY: THE MAKING OF A LEGEND”

A musical documentary by
Writers/Directors Esther Anderson & Gian Godoy
Produced by Esther Anderson
International premiere: Edinburgh International Film Festival. Official Selection
Awards: UNESCO Honour Award RFF 2011
Length: 96 minutes
Formats: DVD; DV PAL 4:3; Prores 422 HQ


Music Soundtrack:

1. “Love Peace In Harmony” performed by CHRIS ANDERSON
2. “Love Peace In Harmony” (Dub) Performed by ASTON ‘FAMILYMAN’ BARRETT & ASTON BARRETT JR
3. “One World” Performed by FRANCIS JOCKY
4. “Jah Calling Me” Performed by ASTON ‘FAMILYMAN’ BARRETT & ASTON BARRETT JR
5. “Tough Life” Performed by FORMULLA & IRIE JAM PRODUCTION
6. “Not Alright” Performed by BINGIMAN & IRIE JAM PRODUCTION
7. “Spirit Is Alive” Performed by CHRIS ANDERSON
8. “Fly Away Home” Performed by MOTHER MACKY
9. “Chant Down Babylon” Performed by SINGER JAH Feat. SABO KHANI & IRIE JAM
PRODUCTION
10. “In Control” Performed by AKILA BARRETT
11. “Love Reggae Music” Performed by AKILA BARRETT
12. “Rootsman Dub Vibes” Performed by AKILA BARRETT
13. “Changing People” Performed by AKILA BARRETT
14. “Wanted Man” Performed by ESTHER ANDERSON
15. “JAH MEK YA” Performed by Shadona Barrett & Aston Barrett Jr
16. “Say Good Morning” Performed by RAS MCKOY
17. “Cry For Love” Performed by TIM HAIN

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Bob Marley Making Of A Legend Soundtrack Audio Preview


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August 6th, 2012 Bob Marley: Making Of A Legend Film Launch

Join us with your Smart Phone at the streaming launch of the film & musical event celebrating Jamaica's 50th Anniversary.


Official iTunes poster for the stream release of Bob Marley: The Making Of A Legend web premiere. Download this Personal Poster Image for the August 6th launch, with Ustream across the globe. If you have a Smart Phone, iPhone, iPad, iPod or any device that can hook up to the stream, come and join us. Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Jamaica & come join us!


Join Us on the 6th Aug 2012 As the film is streamed around the world. Live Interviews with the actors, Producers & Musicians.  Bingiman will be speaking from Esher Andersons home in London along with other musicians who are also on the soundtrack. Bunny Wailer will be also streaming Live from JA.

Bingiman Bob Marley Film How I Found Out


I found out last week from the producer of the track that my track was going to be included in the final version of the Film which is Showing at Festivals around the world at the moment But it was a thin line. Esther Anderson told me that my song replaced another track which they couldn't get clearance for so they next best track she had in mind was mine.


SHE TOLD ME SHE LOVES THE TRACK AND CAN'T BELIEVE I COME FROM THE UK. SHE SAYS 'YOU SOUND LIKE YOU COME FROM KINGSTON' SHEN THEN CALLS HER TO SOMEONE IN THE NEXT ROOM 'HEY BINGIMAN COME FROM BIRMINGHAM, CAN YOU BELIEVE IT'. SHE TOLD ME ABOUT FILMS PROGRESS AND TRIED TO BRING ME UP TO DATE WITH WHAT WAS HAPPENING.


She seemed like a very strong woman and had a bubbly character. That was the first time I spoke to Bob Marley's Ex Lover & Actor Esther Anderson. Of course i was very happy with this news and I called her on a few occasions to organise a time for me to go and meet her at her home in London. During this time i contacted the press updated my facebook status and started promoting the news to my list.
A interview was arranged with my good friend and radio celebrity Little Richie on his weekly show on stingdem FM www.stingdem.com. I arranged for Esther to call the studio from london to partake in the interview.



Radio Interview Esther Anderson & Bingiman LIVE on Stindem FM with Little Richie Audio 23/06/2012







The Interview

The interview was broadcast between 4pm & 6pm UK time so it was peak time for listeners on there way home from work. The news spread very quickly and I was soon booked for many more radio interviews from the USA, UK, Zimbabwe & London. Publishers began contacting me about my story and soon it was everywhere. I must admit that it has had a real impact on my album sales, just after the stingdem interview which i only promoted via facebook and my website www.bingiman.info. It has also made me some great new friends with people who would probably never discovered me at this stage in my career.



Thank you Esther Anderson for choosing my track to be included in such a great documentary. I have already had many opportunities come my way and the added  promotion has been great also. 

Next I go to London to meet Esther and her work partner Gian Godoy at there home in London UK.