Bringing the soul of African through the pulsating sounds of the motherland to South Florida for the 2nd Annual Rhythms of Africa: Music Around the World – a free concert slated for the Parker Playhouse in Fort Lauderdale on October 15 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

The concert, under the direction of Willie Stewart, who played percussion for 23 years with the legendary band – Third World, will describe the movement of ancient rhythms sprung from the souls of vibrant cultures and carried from Africa to the Caribbean, South America and the New World. This theatrical, inspirational and educational production will unite the entire community in a stirring celebration of music.

Presented by Willie Stewart's Embrace Music Foundation, this musical odyssey features at-risk youth from Lauderdale Lakes Educational Complex's Smart School Charter Middle and Eagle Charter Academy who find inspiration and confidence working alongside more than a dozen professional musicians.

Willie believes in sharing the power of the Arts with children, which allows them to discover who they are and how they impact the world in which they live.

Charlie Sheen Roasted!

The embattled former Two and a Half Men star was the butt of all the jokes in a Roast of Charlie Sheen on Comedy Central. Stars from Private Practice's Kate Walsh to former heavy weight champ Mike Tyson delivered a thrashing to Sheen, who sat tight and listened as they took their best shots. Most of what they said cannot be repeated in this forum, but here's a line of what Kate Walsh had to say: "Despite all those years of abusing your lungs, your kidneys, your liver, the only thing you've had removed is your kids." The roast took place the same night as the season premier of Two and a Half Men with new star Ashton Kutcher. Sheen's Roast was the most-watched show in franchise history, drawing 6.4 million total viewers and delivering a 4.5 rating in the adults 18-49 demographic. Looks like Charlie Sheen has won!

Got 2 luv Sean Paul!

You've got to love Sean Paul and his catchy tunes that might not hit the spot in his homeland, but get him worldwide props. Got 2 Luv U, his latest tune featuring Alexis Jordan which debuted in June, now has some sweet visuals. Sean Paul with his mohawk in all its glory, sings to a sexy girl who dances seductively in front of him in a hotel room. Sean Paul says he chose Jordon since, "I was looking for a girl to sing the hook that was not very fully known by everybody." He said, "I have been following her; she's big in Europe and Australia so when the option presented itself I was like, 'Oh yeah, amazing!' I've never really met her. She's about to be a lot bigger in the States. I think the music she's doing in the States is about to translate well."

U.S. fans should thank Uncle Sam for re-issuing the visas of dancehall artistes Mavado and Beenie Man who both took New York by storm early this month. The two were among the many Jamaican artistes whose visas were revoked by the U.S. Embassy during last year's Christopher "Dudus" Coke extradition debacle.

Mavado, in one of his first performances in the U.S. since getting back his visa, thrilled fans at the Roy Wilkins Park in Queens, New York for the Reggae Rhythm and Blues Festival recently.

Beenie Man, who had not yet gotten his work permit, could not perform, but accepted an award from the event organizers. The audience sang along as clips of the artiste were shown.

U.S. Congresswoman Yvette Clarke told Beenie Man, "You are the woman dem sugar man and we welcome you back to USA!" She said, "You have been an outstanding performer and you have made Jamaicans proud."

As always, a smiling Beenie Man expressed his thanks for the award, but said although he couldn't sing he had a "surprise fi unuh." He then introduced Khago to the stage for an impromptu performance. The audience rocked to songs like Nah Sell Out Mi Fren Dem and Blood A Boil, as Beenie Man showed off his cool moves.

Four Seasons Promotions brings Reggae fun on the Caribbean Sea with the 15th annual Four Seasons Party Cruise.

From Monday, October 31 to Friday, November 4, guests will enjoy a four-day cruise on the Carnival Imagination, which will dock in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, before returning to Miami, Florida.

This year's party cruise is the first exclusively all-Caribbean chartered cruise of its size. The Diaspora can return home in Caribbean style, as Four Seasons Promotions offer a customized sailing experience, complete with Caribbean food, drink and entertainment.

On deck, various reggae legends and DJs will keep guests entertained. Four Seasons has again procured the best acts in Caribbean music for their 15th party cruise. This year's line-up features sensual crooners Wayne Wonder, Richie Stephens and Singing Melody, reggae idols Marcia Griffiths and Luciano, and soca stars Alison Hinds and Oscar B. The Fabulous Five band and Roots Radical band's lead guitarist, Dwight Pickney, will also provide live music.

Keeping true to their sound system roots, Four Seasons also boasts a long roster of great reggae DJs: Miami's own Waggy Tee, DJ Spex from Toronto's Top Sound, King Turbo, hot New Yorkers DJ Carlton and DJ Richie Poo, DJ Roy and DJ Courtney.