Ammoye Prepares to Make Her Exit!

Canada’s undisputed Reggae songstress prepares to make her ‘exit’ to Serbia’s prestigious Exit Festival!

Spanning July 12^th to 15^th, Ammoye will perform for her growing Serbian fan base on the Positive Vibrations stage managed by Wenti Wadada.  “Ammoye performed for us last year and had the fans wanting more so we had to bring her back!”

In 2011, Ammoye rocked fans with her hits “Lost Love,” “Still in Love” and “Shooting” establishing the star as the first Canadian to be accepted by Serbians.  Of her first visit Ammoye said “the people are so loving, and really appreciate Reggae music.  Being there is truly a blessing.”  This year, Ammoye will drop “Radio,” and “Addicted” which are the artists two newest singles which have amassed global traction with DJ’s whose fans have requested both songs back to back.

In honor of Ammoye’s home country, Jamaica, and its celebration of 50 years of Independence, Ammoye will perform an excerpt of “Jump for Jamaica” produced by Courtney John and The Wizard honoring the spirit of the country which has touched all countries around the world.

The 2012 installment of the Exit Festival includes performances from Eryka Badu, Duran Duran and Guns n Roses and takes place in the beautiful and magical Petrovaradin fortress in Novi Sad, Serbia. Apart from quality music program that it offers, the festival is a place of wild fun, where music fans enjoy the cool atmosphere of the fortress and the positive energy of the city.
 
Year after year the number of visitors is getting bigger. More than 2 billion people from over 60 countries around the world have visited the festival so far. Young people come from different parts of the country and Europe.

As a part of her experience, Ammoye will be chronicling her experiences with a photo diary which will be posted to her Twitter timeline @AmmoyesMusic!

Look out for the launch of Ammoye’s website this week which will include the trailer for the video “Radio” coming soon!  Remember to connect with Ammoye via Twitter @AmmoyesMusic. 

Tobago Celebrates 50 Years of Independence!

Tobago, known as the Allure of the Caribbean™ offers a 3 day, 4 night exclusive holiday destination to international tourists and locals as the island readies to welcome the world in celebration of its Golden Jubilee!

Marking 50 years of independence from Great Britain, Tobago, the twin island to Trinidad plans a 3 day, 4 night extravaganza called the Plymouth Music, Culture and Trade Festival which includes a welcome reception for locals and visitors to the island on Thursday August 30^th and Music performances as well as Pavilion presentations on Friday August 31^st, Saturday September 1^st and Sunday September 2^nd, 2012.

In partnership with airlines, cruise ships and travel agencies, Tobago will offer visitors exceptional travel and accommodation packages designed to make Plymouth an annual travel destination!

The music festival, a culmination of the biggest, best and brightest talents in music will include popular contemporary artists as well as Spanish, French, and Dutch.  “We’re including music from all backgrounds which reflect the melting pot of culture and people here on the island” said Natasha Thomas, one of the events planners.

In addition to the welcome reception and Music Festival, organizers have incorporated activities for children which include art and craft workshops using material ancestors would have used at the time of British colonialism.  For parents, pavilions of French, Spanish and English influence will also be on display, highlighting each countries contribution to the culture of the island.

As for the location of the festival, the Plymouth Recreational Grounds is picturesque and sits slightly elevated above the Caribbean Sea, making the view and the back drop of artists’ performances stunning.  Locals say it is one of the most romantic locations in the Caribbean, thus making it alluring!

Double Celebration for Gramps Morgan in New York!

With the official release of his album Reggae Music Lives, and his Earthstrong right around the corner, Gramps Morgan makes July 6^th, 2012 a double celebration for fans in New York!

Hosted by CDF Sound, Culture Disciples and Akee & Dumplin Music, Gramps Morgan takes centre stage at Brooklyn’s Culture Barn where he will be backed by his band as well as special guest DJ’s.  In addition to the Grammy Award winning and International Reggae recording artists performance, rising Roots Reggae Empress Khalilah Rose will share the stage.

Khalilah, whose music has been featured in XXL, All Hip Hop.com and L3 Magazine, as well as BBC Three Counties in the UK, Hot 98 FM in Guyana and 1430 AM in Atlanta, has been receiving international recognition in Media as well as on radio causing Gramps Morgan to say “I’m definitely looking forward to working with Khalilah.  I like the music she’s been releasing, and she’s definitely an artist I think will go far.”

Gramps released his second studio album Reggae Music Lives to critical acclaim as being one of the best releases for 2012.  It is noted as being an evolution of Gramps' professional and musical growth expressed through his singing, narratives, arrangements and compositions. His melodies and hooks are seasoned with mature, worldly lyrics that are delivered flawlessly. All of his experiences have culminated in the creation of a universal sound that he says stems from exposure.

Angelic harmonies, authentic compositions and a unique sound brand, Gramps calls "Rockaz," Reggae Music Lives is more than Reggae, it's world-beat, with a little bit of country, a taste of what Americans call rap-Jamaicans call it toasting; mix it with a hint of r 'n' b, a dash of blues synthesized with contemporary reggae that maintains the integrity of the original art form and you get a sense of the musical accents that help to make Reggae Music Lives complete.  Because of this, the album is being spoken of as a 2013 Grammy contender.

Additional music will be supplied by Vaughn All Star, DJ Gringo and Stateside Revolution, and complimentary CD’s will be given away to patrons who walk with a copy of the flyer for the event.  For more information about the show, fans can call 347-382-4295. 

Fans can purchase a copy of Reggae Music Lives here:  http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/reggae-music-lives/id517697767