Reggae Music Promotion by Top Rated Highlanda Sound System

Since 1999 Highlanda Sound System has promoted new and classic reggae music through various forms of media. We entertain and promote reggae music worldwide.

Radio/TV/Media Highlights:
• Internet Radio Personality/DJ for "The Dancehall Now Show" on DaFlavaRadio.com, August 2009.
• Television Show Host for "Caribbean Sound Scene, " Comcast Channel 25, Atlanta, 2003-2004.
• Radio Mix Show DJ for "Natural Mystic, " Clark-Atlanta University's 91.9 FM WCLK, Atlanta, 2002-2004.
• Radio Mix Show DJ for BBC's International Dancehall Movement "1xtra, " United Kingdom, 2002.
• 2001 Atlanta Caribbean Award Winners for Best Web site, Highlanda.com (now Highlanda.net).

Nightclub Highlights:
• VINTAGE, 100% Reggae Sundays at Frequency Nightclub, Underground Atlanta, July 2009.
• 2009 Atlanta Carnival Pre-Party @ Aliyah’s Caribbean Grill (Jenean’s), May 2009.
• Rockers Island at Studio72, Chamblee, Georgia March 2009.
• Vibefest After-Party hosted by Keyshia Cole at The Whiskey Peach, Atlanta, 2005.
• "Whip-Appeal" fashion show & after-party @ Eleven 50 (Opera), Atlanta, 2005.
• 2003 Atlanta Carnival After-Party @ Level 3.
• Japan Reggae Fest Afterparty @ Club Pyramids, Okinawa Japan, 2003.
• Jazzy Phae birthday party hosted by Cash Money at Club Kream, 2002.
• Gucci Spring Line Party at Club Kream, 2002.
• 112 Platinum Party hosted by 112, Bad Boy Entertainment, 2001
• "Extreme Dancehall: The First Reggae Rave" Highlanda, Renaissance, Afrique, Poison Dart, Bass Odyssey, at Club Legacy, 2001.
• Hip Hop Rave with Cocoa Chanelle, DJ Kool, and Spank Boogie at Studio Central, 2000.

Concerts/Special Events:
• First Friday Atlanta hosted by Boris Kodjoe at Twelve Hotel, Atlanta, June 2009.
• First Friday Atlanta hosted by Idris Elba at The W Hotel, Atlanta, May 2009.
• Georgia Music Fest Concert, Conyers, Georgia, May 2007.
• "One Love" Spaghetti Junction Urban Film Festival, Atlanta, 2004.
• Elephant Man U.S. Tour at Club Aquarium, 2003.
• Amplified 3.3 with Wayne Marshall & Renaissance Disco @ Club Aquarium, 2003.
• 2003 Atlanta Carnival Pre-Party with Bunji Garlin at 112.
• 1st International Fashion Festival After-Party in Antigua with Mr. Notch, 2002.
• TRL After-Party hosted by Eve, Ruff Ryders Entertainment, 2001
• Jagged Edge Platinum Party hosted by Jagged Edge, SoSo Def Records, 2001.

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The History:

Founded by selectors PEC, Crisis Don, and Kahlil Wonda, Highlanda Sound debuted on the Atlanta dancehall scene back in early 1999 after being discovered by Presise Halley, CEO of the Atlanta based entertainment company, Extreme Media.

Highlanda’s versatility, technical skills, and interactive style quickly gained the attention of their audiences, local promoters, DJs, artists, and club owners. Over its first two years, the Sound exploded in terms of popularity by leaving its rapidly growing fan base completely satisfied and thoroughly entertained.

Highlanda has played in over 90 venues in its home state of Georgia alone and has been featured weekly at the world famous Club 112, Club ESSOs, The HAVANA Club, The Mark, Club KREAM and others.

Highlanda Sound has played both locally and internationally with dates all over the USA, in the Caribbean, and as far as Japan. It has juggled alongside some of the biggest names in the business: Renaissance, Stone Love, Massive B, Poison Dart, David Rodigan, BET's DJ Enuff, Cocoa Chanelle, DJ Drama, Frank Ski, Sway & Tech, DJ Kool, and Spank Boogie to name a few. The Sound has also played events featuring a cadre of artists such as Beenie Man, Mobb Deep, Junior Reid, T.O.K, Big Daddy Kane, Tanto Metro and Devonte, Sean Paul, and many more.

In addition to radio features on Atlanta's WREK 91.1FM, WRAS 88.5FM, Blazing98.com, and WRFG 89.3FM, Kahlil Wonda of Highlanda produced a bi-weekly featured mix on the Atlanta Caribbean Award-winning, 'Natural Mystic' show, which aired on WCLK 91.9FM. Highlanda Sound also landed a slot on the BBC's 1Xtra International Dancehall Movement show which broadcasts across the UK Digital Network, cable, and online. Highlanda's show debuted on Tuesday January 21st, 2002 from midnight until 2:00 a.m.

After a two year hiatus Highlanda Sound has returned to the Atlanta Dancehall scene with a renewed energy in 2009. Featured appearances at the mainstream event First Friday Atlanta at The W and Twelve Hotels along with weekly engagements at The Bentley’s, Aliyah’s, and Frequency Nightclub have quickly reestablished Highlanda as a quality juggling Sound.

The launch of the all new Highlanda.net has given the Sound a strong web presence which allows fans and lovers of the reggae genre to keep updated with bookings, blog posts, weekly ‘Dancehall Now’ and ‘Reggae Vault Classics’ podcast shows, and more.

Highlanda continues to move steadily towards super-stardom.

“We believe we can only succeed by keeping God in everything we do. The name Highlanda has a very spiritual meaning to us. It is the concept of remaining strong and focused on 'inna heights,' Mt. Zion or heaven. We were inspired when reading of the Northern Highlands of Ethiopia which played a pivotal role in keeping attacking armies out of the Holy land. Ethiopia remains the only country in Africa never to be conquered. 'Blessed is the Most High, blessed be the highlands!'"

"Our mission is to entertain and promote reggae music worldwide. Expect to hear Highlanda wherever in the world music is played. Reggae music is all-encompassing, and we don’t intend to deprive anyone of the art form.”

Log on to DaFlavaRadio.com and listen to the Dancehall Now Show with Highlanda Sound System every Tuesday from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. EST and Wednesdays from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. EST.

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Weekly Nightclub Experience:

"The Love Below" @ The Mark Ultra Lounge, Atlanta, GA (2004-2005)
One of the sexiest, contemporary-styled multi-level settings around, giving both lounge and danceclub experiences played host to Atlanta's only guaranteed Tuesday night event for Hip Hop and Dancehall vibes. Here Highlanda bolstered the All-Star DJ line-up. Extreme Media, ATL Barz

"Fantasy Island" @ Deux Plex, Buckhead, GA (2003-2004)
Here Highlanda attracted and performed for a large diverse crowd weekly. Promoted by Extreme Media, Fantasy Island became known as the best dancehall environment in the city on a Friday night.

"Peaches & Kream" @ Club Kream, Buckhead, GA (2001-2003)
The first reggae sound to spin regularly in Buckhead, the heart of Atlanta’s cosmopolitan nightlife, Highlanda mixed the hottest reggae, soca and hip hop music every Saturday night for a mature, upscale audience. . Promoters: Extreme Media, Metro Boys Entertainment, and A.J. Productions.

"Mellow Mondays" @ The Havana Club, Buckhead, GA (2001-2003)
Dancehall, Hip-Hop, R&B, Old School and other genres combined to make 'Mellow Mondays' Atlanta's longest running Monday night event, and a quite unique party experience. . Promoters: Extreme Media, Metro Boys Entertainment, and A.J. Productions.

"Kream" @ Club Karma, Atlanta, GA (2001-2002)
Also known as one of the sexiest club lounges in the United States, Club Karma became a dancehall frenzy every Wednesday night as Extreme Media first introduce d Highlanda to a weekly music and fashion industry crowd. Promoters: Extreme Media, 50 Bosses, and A.J. Productions.

"The Fever" @ Club ESSOS, Atlanta, GA (2000-2001)
The weekly event to start Friday night success at ESSOS also exposed Highlanda's versatility to the mainstream market. Promoters: Extreme Media, AG Entertainment, Club ESSOS..

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The Venues:

The W Hotel Downtown, Atlanta, Georgia
Twelve Hotel, Atlantic Station, Georgia
Studio 72, Chamblee, Georgia
Cenci, Atlanta, Georgia
Frequency Nightclub, Atlanta, Georgia
The Bentley's, Chamblee, Georgia
Cafe 267, Tucker, Georgia
Eleven 50, Atlanta, Georgia
Club Frequency, Buckhead, Georgia
Earthlink Live, Atlanta, Georgia
Babylon, Buckhead, Georgia
The Mark Ultra Lounge, Atlanta, Georiga
Queen of Sheba, Atlanta, Georgia
Club Malabar, Dockyard, Bermuda
Club Pyramids, Okinawa, Japan
Slums, Okinawa, Japan
Caribbean Hut, Nashville, Tennessee
Crystal Palace, Charlotte, North Carolina
Reception Hall, Houston, Texas
Mount Zion, Tallahassee, Florida
G-Spot, Houston, Texas
Multipurpose Cultural Center, Antigua
Club Riddims, Houston, Texas
The Clubhouse at Lenox, Buckhead, Georgia
The Living Room, Buckhead, Georgia
Club Fluid, Buckhead, Georgia
The Havana Club, Buckhead, Georgia
112, Atlanta, Georgia
Tropical Beach, Okinawa, Japan
Sunset Beach, Okinawa, Japan
Club Zion, Atlanta, Georgia
The Whiskey Peach, Atlanta, Georgia
Dragonfly, Atlanta, Georgia
Sylvia's, Atlanta, Georgia
Flamingo, Stone Mountain, Georgia
Agiha, Tokyo Harbor, Japan
Zion, Tokyo, Japan
Eno Shima Beach, Japan
La Fabrique Bar & Restaurant, Tokyo, Japan
Garam, Shinjuku, Japan
The Warehouse, Atlanta, Georgia
The Royal Peacock, Atlanta, Georgia
Club Else, Okinawa, Japan
3rd Floor, Okinawa, Japan
Nan59 (Nan-Go-Ku), Okinawa, Japan
Matsushita, Okinawa, Japan
Dragons, Okinawa, Japan
Utopia, Okinawa, Japan
MND, Okinawa, Japan
201 Courtland, Atlanta, Georgia
Island Breeze, Atlanta, Georgia
Oceans, Norcross, Georgia
Autobon Botanical Gardens, Washington, D.C.
The Library, Atlanta, Georgia
Club Legacy, Stone Mountain, Georgia
Club Aquarium, Stone Mountain, Georgia
The Atrium, Stone Mountain, Georgia
The Spot, Stone Mountain, Georgia
African Spectrum Bookstore, Clarkston, Georgia
Howard Johnson, Decatur, Georgia
Atlanta Sheraton, Atlanta, Georgia
Club Aquarium, Stone Mountain, Georgia
The Atrium, Stone Mountain, Georgia
Wybrooke Clubhouse, Stone Mountain, Georgia
The Omega Psi Phi Center, Decatur, Georgia
The Panyard, Decatur, Georgia
Morehouse College, Atlanta, Georgia
Spelman College, Atlanta, Georgia
Clark-Atlanta University, Atlanta, Georgia
Georgia Tech, Atlanta, Georgia
Weslyan College, Macon, Georgia
Valdosta State University, Valdosta, Georgia
Shotz, Buckhead, Georgia
Venom, Buckhead, Georgia
Caribana, Buckhead, Georgia
Chaos, Buckhead, Georgia
Fuel, Buckhead, Georgia
Shadows, Buckhead, Georgia
Kaya, Atlanta, Georgia
Jaguars, Atlanta, Georgia
Park Avenua South, Atlanta, Georgia
The Shark Bar, Atlanta, Georgia
Essos, Atlanta, Georgia
Karma, Atlanta, Georgia
Culture Center, Atlanta, Georgia
Limelight, Atlanta, Georgia
Level 3, Atlanta, Georgia
Plush, Buckhead, Georgia
Kream, Buckhead, Georgia
Paradox, Buckhead, Georgia
Chili Peppers, Buckhead, Georgia
Illusions, Marietta, Georgia
The Deux Plex, Buckhead, Georgia
Flavas, Stone Mountain, Georgia
Sunset, Decatur, Georgia
One Drop, Stone Mountain, Georgia
Club Hollywood, Decatur, Georgia
Club Inferno, Decatur, Georgia
Dan Starks Restaurant, Decatur, Georgia
The Zone, Atlanta, Georgia
Haize Lounge, Atlanta, Georgia
The Culture Club, Atlanta, Georgia
Trinity Cafe, Atlanta, Georgia
Studio Central, Atlanta, Georgia
Ohzone, Atlanta, Georgia
Club NV, Atlanta, Georgia
Culture Center, Atlanta, Georgia
The Georgia International Horse Park, Conyers, Georgia

Contact:
Kahlil Wonda, CEO
Highlanda, Inc.
(770) 374-1476
kahlil@highlanda.net