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Kay Alleyne continues to rise.
Port-Of-Spain, Trinidad – Jan 1st, 2008
Vocal Powerhouse Kay Alleyne has been touching the masses through her unique gift of song, with shows ranging from intimate venues in her homeland of Trinidad and Tobago to lavish performances at the world's most famous arena Madison Square Garden in New York City.
On the heels of her first full length concert entitled, "Victory The Concert" which took place at Queen's Hall on September 6th, the 2007 Digicel Rising Star Champion performed at the prestigious Manhattan institution during the first ever Gospel Extravaganza where Caribbean Gospel met USA Gospel on the 19th of September 2008.
As the sole Trinbagonian in the Caribbean contingent of Gospel acts, Kay truly gave her all to represent her nation and region as a featured vocal soloist sharing the stage with musical heavyweights such as, the legendary Yolanda Adams, Shirley Caesar, Juanita Bynum, Papa San and Lieutenant Stichie.
Through her vocal prowess and delivery, she was indeed able to warm the hearts and souls of the concert patrons (often moving some to tears), while simultaneously impressing the event's personnel including stage managers, sound engineers and most notably the manager of Gospel superstar Yolanda Adams, who was amazed by Kay's exceptional voice.
However, during her trip to the Big Apple, Kay also generated a buzz as well as rave reviews outside the context of stage performances, as a featured guest on radio station WBLS, in a two hour interview with famous entertainment personality Dahved Levy.
On October 25th in Trinidad, Ms. Alleyne entertained guests at FREEDOM RAIN: The UN Concert for Human Rights and Justice and received high accolades from the UN heads in attendance, the audience as well as other featured artistes, who all acknowledge her superior vocal talent and ability.
Both Kay and her management team are now focused on placing the final touches on her soon to be released Christmas album and have been exploring the possibility of a supporting Christmas concert. However, her fans and supporters can look forward to seeing her perform at numerous events locally and internationally, including a performance for those of her fans sailing on the Treasure Queen at Pier II Chaguaramas - Old Years Night - December 31st.
For more information on Kay Alleyne and for management and bookings,
Contact: ASK Promotions,
#28 Guanapo Street, Arima Trinidad W.I.(P) 1(868) 735-5781/0899
Goa, India –November 12, 2008 – W.O.A International was primarily started as a world music label which diversified and today has over 150 artists from genres as diverse as World, Jazz, Rock, Fusion, Metal, Reggae and even Irish Gypsy Jazz. Today we are proud to announce that we have signed on one of World music's biggest names 'Michael Sparkey Drakes' to our current roster of music stars.
"It's probably a return to our first love – World Music," says Alan Alvares, V.P. Events and A&R Director, "signing on Michael Sparkey Drakes was a no brainer as his music speaks volumes about his dedication to his art and how far he will go".
Fans will tell you that he has a voice that is distinctive and resonates with energy, which is evident in his dancehall and ragga soca tracks. Born in Guyana, South America he started singing in his church where he could be heard on any given Sunday thrilling the congregation with his heavy baritone voice. Sparkey has also written "Want Me Body" for Pat Raguette of the Virgin Islands, which went on to become a mega hit. The singer also toured with Atlantic Recording artist Kevin Lyttle. In October 2007 "Sparkey & Friends Back 2 Basics" was nominated for three awards by Toronto Exclusive Magazine where he was awarded "Best International World Male Artist" and "Best International World CD Album". "I am now charting my own course on the world stage with my brand of music" says Michael.
This blend of music could possibly be the biggest thing to hit India in 2009 when the artist is expected to be on tour in India with W.O.A Events. With the support system offered to all artists on the W.O.A Roster including the highly sought after music marketing services, Michael Sparkey Drakes is well on his way in creating a phenomenon with his blend of World Music.
Stay tuned to the W.O.A Records website for latest updates on the singer and other news including tour dates and album releases.
ABOUT W.O.A INTERNATIONAL
Formed in 1998 by World Music star Oliver Sean, W.O.A International is a global entertainment company that continues to lead the way when it comes to how music should be promoted. They are pioneering international music in India and Asia and are now synonymous with the region. Their enviable reputation at opening up new possibilities means that they are the go-to company for independent artists wishing a truly international presence.
For additional information, please contact:
Irene Sequeira
W.O.A International
+91 (832) 651-2569
info@woarecords.com
Further details about the India Tour 2008 is available at www.woarecords.com
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News from
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Entertainment Consulting Firm- NOVEMBER 11, 2008
'KARIB FEVA' HITS NEW JERSEY FOR THE HOLIDAYS
THE 'QUEEN OF SOCA' FACES THE 'KING OF THE DANCEHALL' AT THE ROBERT TREAT HOTEL ON DECEMBER 14TH
'Queen of Soca' Allison Hinds The Undisputed 'King of the Dancehall Beenie ManNew York, NY (MS. RAINE INC): Experts predict that the Garden State will be hit with an outbreak of 'Karib Feva' this Holiday season, when the 'Queen of Soca' Allison Hinds faces the 'King of the Dancehall' Beenie Man at the Robert Treat Hotel in Newark, New Jersey on December 14th. Hosted by CCB International, RoadBlockRadio.com, and Race Entertainment, the second annual Karib Feva event is billed as 'Reggae and Soca United.'
Capitalizing on last year's success with well over a thousand people crowding the Robert Treat Hotel's Tri-State Ballroom for Soca King Machel Montano and Reggae icons Sanchez and Barrington Levy, Karib Feva promoters decided to pull out the best of the best for this year's staging with King and Queen of two of the Caribbean's most popular musical genres.
In addition, promoters have made the celebration even more festive by moving Karib Feva to December. Patrons will not only be celebrating the holidays, but a year full of historic firsts with the Caribbean athletes' magnificent performance in the XXIX Olympics in Beijing--taking home 41 Medals and two world records--and the momentous 2008 U.S. Presidential elections which saw the highest Caribbean-American voter turnout in history.
British-born, Barbadian-raised Allison Hinds hits New Jersey with a twenty-year catalogue of popular Soca tunes including "Raggamuffin," "Twister," "Togetherness" and "Faluma," which was the Caribbean's top song from 1999-2000. In 2007 she released the album Soca Queen which featured her women's anthem "Roll It Gyal."
Moses "Beenie Man" Davis is one of Jamaica's most revered performers, known for his vivacious stage presence and catchy chart-topping hits. The Grammy award winning 'King of the Dancehall' comes to the Karib Feva with a slew of international hits including "Who Am I," "Dancehall Queen," "Girls Dem Sugar," and "Dude." Beenie Man is also well known for high-profile musical collaborations with American artists like Janet Jackson, Akon, Mya, Lil Kim, Doug E Fresh, and Guerrilla Black.
The 2008 Karib Feva: Reggae and Soca United concert featuring the 'Queen of Soca' Allison Hinds and the 'King of the Dancehall' Beenie Man, will take place on Sunday, December 14th at the Robert Treat Hotel in Newark, NJ. More acts to be added. Limited advanced tickets are $34.99 before December 1st. Music is by RoadBlockRadio.com, and Blaze Radio. For more information contact RoadBlockRadio.com at 973-573-8154 or log onto www.RoadBlockRadio.com.
NEW YORK, NY (RHONA FOX, INC.)- Reggae sensation Gyptian unveiled his new album to media and fans at his exclusive album launch in Manhattan, on October 21, 2008. This is his second studio effort, entitled I Can Feel Your Pain, on the VP Records imprint, and is packed with 13 romantic and melodic ballads that follow his signature style.
He first entertained media for almost two hours before hitting the stage to debut the new singles for the crowd. The entire night was Egyptian-themed, in lieu of Gyptian's original alias, "Egyptian." The program kicked off with an Egyptian belly-dancing showcase, followed by an unplugged performance of his biggest hit yet, "Serious Times," accompanied by an acoustic guitarist and percussionist.
Gyptian then thanked everyone for showing their support for him over the years, and continued with familiar hits such as "Beautiful Lady," followed by new tunes like "Love Against the Wall," "Caving in," and the poignant hit single and title track, "I Can Feel Your Pain."
The event was hosted by Gyptian's long-time deejay, Babyface, of King Addies sound system. It was produced by New York-based media marketing firm, RHONA FOX, INC. I Can Feel Your Pain is now available Music Shop. Log on to www.myspace.com/gyptian for updated artist news and tour details.
Live Wire and Maximus Dan’s ‘Home Sweet Home’ single drops!
Port of Spain – September 18, 2008 – On September 24, 2008, the day Trinidad and Tobago celebrates Republic Day; Curn ‘Live Wire’ Duncan will premiere his track ‘Home Sweet Home’ which features the vocals of Soca sensation Maximus Dan. The video for the song will be premiered on Caribbean New Media Group (CNMG).The track can already be heard on 90.1 W.A.CK FM, 104.7 More FM and the Vibe CT 105.1 FM.
Live Wire states: “The inspiration for this song came from my love of Trinidad and Tobago and I wanted the track to inspire people to remember Trinbagonian culture and how far we have come as a country.” Maximus Dan added: “I hope the track would inspire our youths especially, to put country first and to help our people understand why we are here; and that is to make a difference. I got on board with the song hoping to inspire everyone who hears it because I was certainly inspired.”
The track is definitely one that stirs up feelings of patriotism and makes one want to wave our national colours. ‘Home Sweet Home’ was produced by Mr. Spine and mixed and mastered by Mad Man Yohan. For more information on the track or the artist, please contact Jamila Lewis at 499-8000 or email jlewis@magicboxagency.com.
