Hey everyone! I just arrived in NY for a couple of days.

I finally went to Jamaica! Last week my hubby and I went to the homeland of Marley and so many of my London mates, for an event raising funds for a fantastic organisation called Waterkeepers. It’s all about fighting to keep the worlds water unpolluted.

Man I’m telling you, I fell in love with Jamaica. I grew up with so many Londoners with Jamaican roots and have always wanted to go. Serious, it has something special about it for sure. Caribbean culture and music really influenced me growing up; no wonder Amy and Shakira spend so much time there. It’s still very inspiring musically. I was talking with the minister of tourism about the possibility of doing a gig there – I’d love that.

Anyway, just wanted to touch base with everyone on here. I’m still writing for the next album. It should be out sometime early next year hopefully. I’ve been writing with Kleerup, John Hill, Wycleff, Salaam Remy, Ryan Tedder, Sia, Eg White, Wayne Wilkins, Phonogenic, Mike Elizondo, John Shanks, Danielle Brisebois and some others.

You all know, writing is my favourite part of the music process. I’m really savoring it and working on a sound that is fresh and brings everything up a few notches. I can’t wait for you to hear the new material. Meanwhile check out the music of some of my MySpace mates. I love them!

Check out my Friend MPHO’s video. She is incredible.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aDfLBY6PJrQ&feature=player_embedded

Also this video rocks! I love this girl.
http://www.myspace.com/vvbr

I love robyn
http://www.myspace.com/robynmyspace
love this video - handle me
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39c6hLrhqW4&feature=fvsr

also
lukili
http://www.myspace.com/lykkeli
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OJHdT1j6hH8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=upnTg2GPgTM&feature=fvw

santigold
http://www.myspace.com/santigold
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kCeZzW54a2o

Love Tasha