Happy Valentine's Day

On Valentine’s Day the Waterfall Ballroom on the Isle of Adaron opened it’s doors for the first time to a packed SIM and no wonder…Ridha was the performer! An enthusiastic dance floor swooned to the lovely song stylings of this amazing performer. Ridha weaved (as only he can do) song after song that touched people’s hearts and helped the party goers celebrate the day of love. I can’t imagine a more wonderful way to spend Valentine’s Day in Second Life. It was, as you would expect, magical. So many highlights but I’d have to say for me it was hearing Ridha sing “You Are My Destiny” for the first time was tops for me.

Koeln Lounge

It’s always nice to start the New Year fresh and ready to tackle all the challenges life presents us. It’s also nice to be part of things that have made us happy in the past. The concert at Koeln Lounge was just that. Hearing all of Ridha’s new music is always exciting. But hearing the old familiar songs like Aisha still gets the heart pumping and feet moving. It was the first time Ridha visited this German SIM and I am happy to say it will be a monthly visit. It is really fun to see all the different people from around this world come together and be part of a special musical moment. Off the top of my head I know there were Italian, German, French, Romania and American people in attendance. Togther we were one family coming together as fans of this amazing musician and artist. Happy New Year everyone.

Happy New Year

2008 is Winding Down--Oh What a Year!

Ridha performed before a packed SIM last night at Manga Beach and after a few streaming issues beyond anyone’s control he started rocking. People LOVED him. What they loved MOST of all were his original tunes. WOW. Screams and applause filled the air and the chat window. It’s hard to describe how I feel when I hear his originals because I know how hard he worked to make them happen. 2008 was a great year….2009 is gonna really rock—so hold on to your virtual hats ladies and gentleman! I echo what the crowd chanted in the chat window—We Love You RIDHA!

Premiere

Ridha introduced his new songs to the world in Second Life Friday, December 19th to a packed and appreciative SIM. People loved his music so much. He introduced four tunes which were composed and sung in Arabic, French, Italian and English. Words cannot express how amazing this night was. To see all his hard work pay off was very satisfying.

Check out his original work at www.myspace.com/ridhamusic . There you can sample the work and purchase them for you own collection. Go on, you know you want em!

Ridha's Record Release

RIDHA TAKES CENTER STAGE WITH NEW ALBUM

Italy December 19th

World Music performing artist Ridha Ibrahim announces the release of his latest album Amalgam Feelings. The international online community of Second Life will serve as the venue for the debut of Amalgam Feelings on December 19th at 1pm PST. Ridha will perform four of his new selections from Amalgam Feelings as a part of his release party gala. In keeping with his global theme each of his new songs were recorded and will be performed in a different language that listeners of all speaking nations can enjoy. Weanek is an Arabic selection, Because All I Need is You will be performed in English, Reviens Dans Ma Vie is a French tune and Un Mondo Migliore features the Italian language.

Nicolas Paine, EARS XXI Executive Producer calls Ridha’s Music “Sophisticated.” “I enjoy the mix of Arabic influences with big city club dance beat … I could see this being a hit on the dance floor,” said Paine.

Ridha is a Tunisian born solo artist that uses his diverse knowledge of music and many instruments as well as his understanding of Eastern and Western culture to create a unique form of music that he dubs “World Music.” He currently searches to assert himself in the world musical panorama as a complete artist using his art to bring more peace and love in this world.

Like the real world, Second Life is considered to be the perfect host for this eclectic artist for its venue that, like Ridha’s music, reaches across all borders.

To learn more about Ridha please contact suzanne@ridhamusic.com or visit his website at www.ridhamusic.com.

Stuffed!

Yes the dance floor was stuffed tighter than Uncle Ed after Thanksgiving feast. The hungry (for Ridha's music) crowd pushed to the front to be near their favorite Second Life performer. He didn't not disappoint. Hungry for the music only Ridha can perform, this Black Friday crowd bought all Ridha was selling then some. I enjoyed the holiday's with family and the stuffed bird but it paled in comparison to the energy on display this night. We are thankful for Ridha!

Gobble Gobble

In America we celebrate the holiday “Thanksgiving” which gathers family and friends around the table to remember what is important and be thankful for all the gifts in this world. Thanks to Lemania Indigo and her “Turkey Hunt” a group of us gathered around our virtual “table” a Ridha Cooljoke concert. As his voice rose to the virtual rafter and friends came together once again I was reminisce of Thanksgiving. (I am sure all the turkey’s decorating and running around the SIM helped this.) There are so many things to be thankful for in this world and in Second Life when Ridha is away working I think we understand how important he is to us. Not only does he give us his beautiful music but also he always has a kind word or greeting for everyone in attendance. As the air turns chilly and we get ready for the big holidays of December, take time to thank those of you who help make your life special and unique in this world.

Thank you Ridha, I think I can speak on behalf of all to tell you we love you and the gift you share with us everyday. We are thankful you have chosen the difficult path of music and shared it with us all.

P.S. Here is a pick of a turkey hurrying to the show!

Busy..Busy

Ridha has been working hard on his music but has found some time to get some Second Life concerts in. I am afraid that I have not kept up on the blog but tonight he had a great show in Second Life. Alas real life carried me away after the first song but all indications are the show was great. It's always sad when Ridha is busy and can't be in but it's far worse knowing he has a concert and you can't be part of it. :-( Rock on Ridha we all miss your music when you aren't around.

Catch a Rising Star

I wanted to pass on a “Ridha” update to all of you because I know he has not been around a lot. He is working very hard still on his music and very, very soon will be unveiling a selection of his original music which, I am happy to say will be available for purchase! Hang in there everyone because I promise the wait will be worth it. Ridha is a rising star and if we hang on tight we can all follow that star wherever it leads!