Montserrat Tourist Board rafffles "House" for Montserrat's 50th Cultural Festival

Wednesday, August 29, 2012

The Montserrat Tourist Board has launched a house raffle as part of its promotions for Montserrat's 50th Anniversary Festival being held December 14th 2012 - January 1st 2013.

 

The two-bedroom house with oceanic view located in the Lookout Village of Montserrat is valued at 160,000 Eastern Caribbean Dollars. The individual or organisation who wins the raffle will become the owner of the house, mortgage free.  

 

Honourable Jermaine Wade, Parliamentary Secretary for Youth, Sports & Culture with overall responsibilities for the festival said: "We are marketing this raffle as a chance to win a vacation home in Montserrat.  However, there are no limitations to what the winner may want to do with it. Sell it, rent it, keep it doesn't matter."  

 

The funds raised will go towards covering the operations of planning the largest festival to date for the island. Hundreds of nationals abroad have already confirmed their plans to attend the annual event which this year will honour the many queens, calypsonians, and volunteers who have helped to sustain the cultural extravaganza each December.

 

"We've also opened up the raffle to our friends on the neighbouring islands in the Eastern Caribbean," explained Honourable Wade. "Residents on Antigua & Barbuda, St. Kitts and Nevis can also enter to win the house."

 

Raffle tickets are $60.00 EC for one entry or $100 EC for two entries.   Tickets can be purchased via one of the following outlets within the Caribbean Region:

 

·  Antigua: Cool & Smooth and The Source Clothing Store

·  St. Kitts: Freedom FM Radio Station and Winn FM Radio Station

·  Nevis: Von Radio Station

·  Montserrat: The Stationery Office, Annette Cummings and the Montserrat Tourism Board.

 

In addition to the grand prize for the house, there will be three consolation prizes including: 

 

1st consolation: One 46'' Flat Screen TV; 2nd consolation: One 4 Burner Stove and Oven; and 3rd consolation: One Microwave.

 

The final date to purchase raffle tickets is: Friday, December 14th 2012.   The winner for the house raffle will be drawn live on ZJB Radio Montserrat on Wednesday, December 26th 2012.

 

Information on Montserrat can be found at: www.visitmontserrat.com and additional information on Montserrat's 50 Festival can be found at: www.montserratfestival.com.

 

 

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Hennessy Wordwide Musician Competition - "Chase the music.Own the stage" talent quest

Tuesday, April 10, 2012

To celebrate the brand’s endless dedication to music, culture and live performance, Hennessy International is giving Facebook fans a chance to perform at the Blues Passions festival 2012, and take their music from online to onstage.

Since 1994, Hennessy has supported the Blues Passions festival in the heart of Hennessy’s hometown Cognac, France. Now, Hennessy fans can submit a video entry of their own music performance to the Chase the Music. Own the Stage. tab on the Hennessy International Facebook page for a chance to take their music to the Blues Passions festival stage, joining A-list artists including Sting, Hugh Laurie and Selah Sue in the beautiful town of Cognac this summer. Renowned Afro-Soul singer Imany will also be performing on the grounds of the Hennessy Chateau Bagnolet as a grand finale for the Blues Passions festival.

All video entries will be submitted to an esteemed judging panel including: Maurice Hennessy from the Hennessy family, Blues Passions festival founder Michel Rolland, and editor-in-chief of Clash Magazine Simon Harper. The judging panel will choose their top ten entries, which will then be published on Facebook where Hennessy Facebook fans can vote alongside the judges to pick the final two winners to perform live at Blues Passions, a festival that has hosted performances by musical legends including B.B. King, Gil Scott Heron and Ray Charles as well as Massive Attack, Moby, Andreya Triana and Taj Mahal.

To kick off the Chase the music. Own the stage. talent quest, Hennessy will showcase exclusive films from last year’s Blues Passions festival documented by Hennessy International. The videos feature backstage footage, artist interviews, live performances and bespoke acoustic sessions in the Hennessy Founder’s Cellars, all available for your viewing on the Chase the Music. Own the Stage. Facebook tab from today.

Watch them here to see what Hennessy Facebook fans could be a part of.

The Chase the music. Own the stage. talent quest opens Monday 9th April, 2012.

Submit your videos via Hennessy Fackbook Fanpage. Voting begins on May 14th and the top three will be announced on une 4th.

About Hennessy

Hennessy, a brand built on the foundation of strong heritage and the endeavor of artistic creation for almost 250 years, continues its quest for innovation by searching for the next musical talents from around the world.

Since its foundation in 1765, Hennessy has been driven to create the worldʼs best cognacs. As part of their continuing quest for excellence, the generations of Master Blenders and Tasting Committee members have ensured the transmission of this precious savoir-faire through countless forms of creativity.

Hennessy has supported the Blues Passions festival in the heart of Hennessyʼs hometown Cognac, France since 1994. Now, Hennessy is ready to extend further into a digital offering, reaching into cutting edge technology and social spaces, pushing the limits of how we communicate globally.

www.hennessy.com

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Ninja Kid Partners With Digicel For Christmas Promotion

Monday, November 21, 2011

Ninja Kid on the set of Menke Medley Video Shoot with two ladies.

Resurgent deejay Ojukwu Simpson more popularly known as Ninja Kid continues to gain traction on the local entertainment circuit with the release of several singles and a new video.

With the festive season fast approaching the 'Menke' singer has partnered with telecommunication giants Digicel for their 'Rappa-Pam-Pam Dis Christmas' promotion. Ninja Kid under the tutelage of acclaimed producer Christopher Birch, recorded the track that provides the backdrop for the audio and visuals currently in rotation on various media outlets.

"I am very appreciative to be able to work with a company such as Digicel, working with corporate Jamaica is always a good look for an artiste, and hopefully this will be the beginning of bigger and better things as it relates to my career" - Kid intimated.

According to Digicel, its customers will be in for a treat this holiday season with the launch of this promotion, which will see the telecom company giving away $20 million in cash and prizes. The promotion, will see 14 lucky customers, one from each parish, walking away with $1 million in cash each as part of the $20-million giveaway. In addition, there will be 10 weekly winners of a Samsung P1000 tablet plus thousands of dollars in free credit and other prizes.

After having a glorious run in the industry over a decade ago dancehall artiste Ninja Kid has returned with four scorching new singles namely; 'Menke', 'Taste & Buy', 'Internet Bad Boy' and 'Cups High' for the festive season. The artiste teamed up with Richie Loops, popular radio jock ZJ WahWa and dancehall heavy hitter I-Octane to record collaborations all of which have been receiving favourable rotation on the FM airwaves.

With a busy Christmas season, Kid is currently in studios working on several projects with producers:  Christopher Birch, Young Veterans, Armzhouse Records, Markus Records, Darkcide International & Garrison Records among others.

Meanwhile, his 'Menke Medley' video is currently No.10 on the RE-TV MVP video countdown chart.

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Win free ticket to watch Madonna perform at Smirnoff Nightlife Exchange - NY

Thursday, October 6, 2011

Wouldn't it be fun to travel to New York next month to watch Madonna perform?

Smirnoff will be giving away 500 tickets to the Smirnoff Nightlife Exchange Project and a Jamaican could be among the lucky few.

The Smirnoff Original Nightlife Exchange Project takes place on November 12, and involves millions of people on six continents and across 50 countries. But as if getting passes to party was not enough, Smirnoff is making it easier to get free tickets to see Madonna, the top-selling female entertainer of all time.

All one has to do is visit the Smirnoff Jamaica Facebook page and sign up to have a chance at winning tickets to the mass cultural experience. The more people you can get to sign up, the better your chances of winning tickets to see Madonna perform. The entry period runs from September 26 to November 7. Of course, entrants should be holders of a valid Jamaican passport and United States visa to be able to attend the concert.

According to Safia Cooper brand manager Smirnoff, the brand is known the world over for creating original and memorable experiences for consumers: this is just another of those amazing opportunities that will no doubt create such an experience.

Meantime Madonna has been recruiting dancers from all over the world, including those from Jamaica who have submitted entries with hopes of being selected to perform with her in New York on November 12.

Jamaica is among 18 countries that will be involved in the actual swapping of nightlife and will be joined by the USA, Great Britain, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Cyprus, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Lebanon, Mexico, Netherlands, Thailand, Turkey, Venezuela, and Vietnam.

Additionally, there are 32 countries participating with market-specific activities and they include Belgium, Bolivia, Bulgaria, Cameroon, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, France, Ghana, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Israel, Japan, Kenya, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Poland, Serbia, Romania, South Africa, South Korea, Trinidad, and Uruguay

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CEM Caribbean Bachelor Search 2011

Thursday, September 15, 2011

This is going to be our first ever Caribbean Bachelor Search, so we are looking for Caribbean males . Who are/have

• Between 18 - 40 years old
• NEVER been married
• MUST live in the Caribbean

If you would like to nominate a bachelor , please submit nomination letters telling us in no more than 200 words, why you think your nominee is the perfect Bachelor.

Two or more color  photos  (one head shot and one full-length) of the nominee MUST be submitted with letter. NO sexually explicit pictures will be allowed  Letter should includes:

• Full name
• Date of birth
• Age
• Town , Island
• Height:
• Weight
• Profession
• Phone number
• E-mail:

Deadline for all submission in  OCTOBER 15

Readers will vote online for the  Caribbean Most Eligible  Bachelor, who will also appear in our digital issue of our Magazine

Send us your nominations here

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MISS EARTH JAMAICA 2011 SEEKS SPONSORSHIP

Friday, September 2, 2011

The Miss Earth Jamaica 2011 is seeking for businesses to partner with us to make the pageant a success. The issue of the environment affects all of us. The pageant is seeking to select a girl that will do well on the international stage. This year we want to bring home the crown.

We need businesses that would love to become brand sponsors of this event. We need sponsors for our contestants. These contestants will wear your business sash at our events.

Business could also contribute towards the airline ticket, wardrobe, cash awards and a venue for the event.

BENEFITS FOR YOUR BUSINESS:

• Your Brand will be displayed at launch of the pageant, the Grand Coronation Show and at the send off for Miss Earth Jamaica 2011.
• Your Brand will be displayed in the media.
• Miss Earth Jamaica will make mention of our Brand sponsors in her media appearance.
• You have a chance for product sampling.

      

For Further information please contact Miss Earth Jamaica: missearthjamaica2011@gmail.com or call (876)449-4856.

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THE SMIRNOFF CO. PARTNERS WITH MADONNA FOR THE WORLD’S BIGGEST NIGHTLIFE EXCHANGE IN 50 COUNTRIES

Thursday, August 18, 2011

World’s No. 1 Female Artist Joins the World’s No. 1Vodka in Search for the Most Original Nightlife in the Universe

The Smirnoff Co. today launches the next Smirnoff Nightlife Exchange Project with the audacious goal of getting 10 million people to discover, share and swap the most original nightlife experiences in 50countries. The Smirnoff Nightlife Exchange Project is an ambitious attempt to discover the world’s most unique and interesting nightlife, culminating in one-of-a-kind experiences on the same night all over the world. This year, Madonna joins the Smirnoff Nightlife Exchange Project to find the best dancer to join her next tour.

 Revellers worldwide are invited to co-create and participate in the Smirnoff Nightlife Exchange Project by contributing ideas on what makes their local nightlife distinct in the categories of drinks, dance, fashion, music, places, and more creating a nightlife cocktail of unique events. The most inspiring suggestions from each region will be captured online and then exchanged with another country in November. By participating online, fans will have the chance to win a place at one of the global events or experience another country’s party at a Smirnoff Nightlife Exchange Project event in their own city. Go to www.facebook.com/smirnoff to findout more.

One of the consistentaspects in nightlife culture around the world is the importance of dance. As well assubmitting ideas on what makes their country’s nightlife special, fans canenter an exclusive dance competition online. Madonna will attendone of the selected Smirnoff Nightlife Exchange Project experiences wherefinalists will compete in front of her for the winning spot. The winner may getthe opportunity to join Madonna on her next tour as one of her dancers.

"What attracted me to the Smirnoff Nightlife Exchange Project is the combination of participating in the celebration of nightlife around the world and the opportunity to discover the world's best unknown dancers,"said Madonna. "The best dancers are always in the clubs looking for the most original experience, just like Smirnoff is doing."

The Smirnoff Nightlife Exchange Project strives to showcase, mix and unite the world through unique nightlife and as such the best dancers from around the world will be highlighted for their own style and flair. The submission process for the dance competition begins today (local markets to insert date of when dance competition goes live in their market)and runs until October 10th. To enter, hopefuls must submit a 60-second dance video. For details on the dance submission process and terms and conditions, visit www.smirnoff.com.

Simon Burch, Global Brand Director for The Smirnoff Co., said, “Smirnoff mixes original nightlife from around the world and gives everyone the chance to be there through extraordinary, one-of-a-kind experiences. Who better to decide the best in the dance category than Madonna herself?”

As the world’s number one vodka, The Smirnoff Co. has been at the heart of nightlife culture for generations and now hosts the world’s biggest spirits community on Facebook with people participating in The Smirnoff Co. events, commenting and sharing information on nightlife around the world.

 The 50 countries participating in the Smirnoff Nightlife Exchange Project include: Argentina, Australia,Belgium, Bolivia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cameroon, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia,Costa Rica, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Dubai, Ecuador, El Salvador, Germany,Ghana, Great Britain, Greece, Guatemala, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel,Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Kenya, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria,Norway, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Poland, Romania, Serbia, South Africa, South Korea, Thailand, Trinidad, Turkey, Uruguay, United States, Venezuela and Vietnam.

The Smirnoff Nightlife Exchange Project, including the exclusive dance competition, is the first component of a multi-faceted agreement between Madonna and her partner Live Nation and Diageo, the parent company of The Smirnoff Co.  More details to be released in the coming months. For further information on the project check www.facebook/smirnoffja. For updates on Madonna, please visit www.facebook.com/madonna.

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Miami Casting calls

Wednesday, August 10, 2011

MIAMI - Miami Casting agency, Icon Talent, Inc. will be holding a casting call this Thursday (Aug. 11) & Friday (Aug. 12) between (10am-6pm) for a Caribbean based cell phone client.

The client is looking for male and female persons, ages 13-17 (teens), 18-30 (students / young adults), 30-50 (middle age / professionals) and 55+ (elderly) from various Caribbean Islands with an accent. If you are from one of these islands: Barbados, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Saint Kitts, Jamaican, Pan Caribbean (agency will clarify what this means) with a great speaking voice and accent, email Icon Talent, Inc at castings@icontalent.com if you are available.

They will be booking 18-20 individuals and paying $800 for the project.

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