CLIENT NEWS

July 26, 2007


COURTNEY JOHN TAKES A TAXI

Kingston, Jamaica

Radio in Jamaica and Europe has been heavily rotating, the smooth sexy vocals from Courtney John’s latest single “Baby Tonight” on Sly & Robbie’s Taxi record label.
“Baby Tonight” is one of the singles taken from Sly and Robbie’s current riddim, ‘Baltimore’, the same haunting melody and song which was a hit for ‘The Tamlins’ in back in 1978.
“Baby Tonight” will also be on Courtney’s highly anticipated second album “Unselfish” due for release late September 2007, until its release fans can get their Courtney fix by checking out his stylish brand, new website www.courtneyjohn.com.

Courtney will also be going back to his birth parish of St Mary, Jamaica to join Capleton and many others at ‘St Mary Mi Come From’
August 5 2007.

April 11, 2007

LEGENDARY SINGER HALF PINT TO RECEIVE AN INT’L REGGAE & WORLD MUSIC AWARD

Half Pint, the man responsible for some of dancehall’s most classic melodic tunes, will be honoured this year at the 26th annual International Reggae and World Music Awards.
The ceremony, which recognizes the best in reggae and world beat music, will be giving the special ‘Producer’s “Respect” Award’ to Jamaican musical stars Half Pint, Gregory Issacs as well as American hip-hop legend Doug E. Fresh.

Half Pint’s work with celebrated producer King Jammy helped to usher a lighter, more relaxed approach to dancehall music, with content that was both romantic and socially conscious. Inarguably, his most famous track would be the international hit ‘Greetings’, which eventually set the tone for the ‘ragga’ style that was, at that time, taking over Jamaican music. During his peak, Half Pint also teamed with reggae mainstays Sly and Robbie on several tracks, including the hit “Night Life Lady”. As a testament to his influence, rock icons the Rolling Stone’s covered one of his earlier tracks ‘Winsome’ in 1986, under the new title “Too Rude”, for their Dirty Work album.

The International Reggae and World Music Awards will be held at the renowned Apollo Theatre in Harlem, New York on May 5, 2007.
 

April 5 2007

HIP HOP PIONEER, DOUG E. FRESH & SOCA SENSATION MACHEL MONTANO TO HOST 26th INT’L REGGAE & WORLD MUSIC AWARDS APOLLO THEATER IN NEW YORK MAY 5, 2007

Kingston, Jamaica

Hip Hop legend Doug E. Fresh and Soca sensation Machel Montano will host the 26th International Reggae & World Music Awards, at the world famous Apollo Theater located at 253 West 125 Street. The event will take place on Saturday, May 5th, at 8:00 pm (general admission), 7:00 pm (VIP ticket holders), and 6:00 pm for nominees, performers, sponsors and other participants walking the red carpet. Nominees in attendance include: Sean Paul, Machel Montano, Luciano, Gregory Isaacs, Tarrus Riley, Leon & The Peoples, Half Pint, B.B. Seaton & the Gaylads, Tony Matterhorn, Aliane, Dean Fraser, Gyptian, Da’ Ville, Ruff Stuff, Katalys Crew, Mutabaruka, Ed Robinson, Winsome Benjamin, among others.

Dubbed the “World’s Greatest Entertainer” for his unrivaled ability to rock a crowd, Harlem native Doug E. Fresh began his musical career at age 13. He is the originator of the human beat box (vocally stimulating the sounds of drums and other musical instruments). Doug E. Fresh is best known for his multi-platinum hits, “The Show” and “La Di Da Di.” He was one of the first rappers to grace stages in Africa and the Caribbean, thus heralding the international popularity of hip-hop musical culture.
Soca Superstar Machel Montano, is the front man of the immensely popular Soca band Xtatik. During his over 25 year career, he has recorded alongside: Alison Hinds, Beenie Man, Calypso Rose, Burning Flames, Drupatee, Red Rat, Shaggy, Sparrow, Denise Belfon, Destra, Wyclef Jean, Vybz Kartel, M.O.P, Black Stalin, Mr. Vegas, Doug E Fresh and many others. Over the years, he has won several IRAWMA awards. Machel Montano now stands as the most sought after Soca acts in the World.
The official announcement of the nominees was released during recent press conference held at the world-famous Apollo Theater in New York by Martin’s International and Associates. For this year’s event Martin’s Inter-Culture has joined forces with individual partners: Austin McBean, Clifton Edwards and Carlton Muldrew as Martin’s International & Associates, LLC to produce the IRAWMA Awards.
More than 150 entertainers and music industry professionals are nominated for the coveted IRAWMA, while others have been selected for special awards by music industry experts across the globe. Among the leading nominees are: Sean Paul and Buju Banton with nine (9) nominations each; Baby Cham six (6); Gyptian, Tanya Stephens and sound selector turned performer Tony Matterhorn with five (5) each; and Luciano four nods.
Oprah Winfrey and International Pop/Rock Star Bono will be given the Marcus Garvey Humanitarian Award. Inductees to the IRAWMA Hall of Fame will be Boris Gardner and B.B. Seaton & the Gaylads.

Special Martin’s International and Associates Award of Honor
will be given to:
Edmond “Bunny” Lee (King Jammy’s), Ed Robinson (E2 Recordings) and Don One Records. Special Producer’s Respect Award will be given to: Doug E. Fresh, Gregory Isaacs and Half Pint. Special Award of Appreciation will be awarded to: Winston “Niney” Holiness, Jerome Hamilton, WBLS 107.5 FM with Dahved Levy, Lorna Wainwright (Tuff Gong), Bobby (Culture Jam WVIP 93.5FM), and Dave Clark (Friends of Reggae).

Martin’s International and Associates warmly welcomes American Airlines on board as the official carrier for national and international travel to the 26th IRAWMA. American Airlines first inaugurated service in the Caribbean in March 1971 flying between New York and five Caribbean destinations. Today, American and its regional affiliate, American Eagle, fly from more than 13 North American cities to more than 36 destinations in the Caribbean, Bahamas and Bermuda. Visit www.aa.com.

The 26th IRAWMA is made possible through generous contributions from the following sponsors: American Airlines (AA), Strength of Nature PROFECTIV, Uptown Juice Bar, Café Veg, Gleaner/Star Newspaper, DJ Steve’s Tax Services, C. Sea Perkins and Cyberwize Powered by Tunguska Blast; Sam Ash Music Company, Dennis Shipping, Caribbean Food Delights; CVM TV, Sams24-7.com, Linkup Media for Linkup Radio (WVIP-93.5), Jam Rock Magazine, Plush TV and Caribbean Link Newspaper; Dahved Levy’s Rockin’ You and Caribbean Fever (WBLS 107.5), Irie Jam Media; Trans Continental Express Shippers, The Eye Collection Clothing Co., Jamroppo, Atlas Vacation, Bennett/World Class Limo, Atlas Vacation, Ruff Stuff Studio, Liberty Star Newspaper, Keeling Records, Spencer Financial Services, Golden Krust, Moodie’s Records and Liberty Star Newspaper.

Tickets for this star-studded, made-for-television event are now on sale at the Apollo Theater box office (212) 531-5305 and thru Ticketmaster.com, 212/307-7171 and all Ticketmaster outlets! VIP Diamond box tickets are available only from Martin’s International and Associates at 877/9-REGGAE (973-4423). Prices are: General Admission $58, VIP Gold $102, VIP Platinum $128, VIP Diamond Box $1000/seat or $5000/Box for five persons. Catering for the VIP reception will be provided by Uptown Juice Bar and Café Veg.

Each year, the experts in the Reggae and world music industry select the nominees for the IRAWMA. Reggae, world music fans, and the general public have the opportunity to vote for the winners. Voting may also be completed online at www.IRAWMA.com or www.InternationalMusicAwards.com, or mail in your ballot to: IRAWMA-c/o: Martin’s International and Associates, P.O. Box 5836, Chicago, Illinois 60680. Ballots are available in various newspapers, restaurants and record stores, deadline for voting and ballot submission is April 20th.

For general info, to participate as a sponsor/category sponsor, or to advertise in the annual Awards magazine, call 877/9-REGGAE (973-4423), 312/427-0266, 718-398-2833 or visit our website at www.IRAWMA.com.
 

March 28 2007

COURTNEY JOHN’S “SOMETIMES” MUSIC VIDEO BLOWS UP MAJOR NETWORKS

Kingston, Jamaica

Courtney John’s music video for his current single “Sometimes” has now been added and is in rotation on VH1 Soul, BETJ, and MTV’s Tempo, while in Jamaica the video is currently in high rotation on top cable stations Hype TV and RETV.
His previous music video “Hey” will be added in April to MTV Jams.

Since the release of the “Sometimes” music video Courtney John has been receiving a lot of feedback especially from women, on how the song really connects with them.


For more on Courtney Yogie John log on to:
www.myspace.com/courtneyyogiejohnmusic
 

March 15, 2007

UPDATE ON COURTNEY JOHN

INTERVIEWS
Catch Courtney Yogie John on Nationwide News Network on the 97 FM dial tomorrow night @ 7.30pm, as he talks about his new single “Sometimes” and the feed back he has been getting from women, on how the song speaks to them.

NEW SINGLES
Courtney John’s new video and single is creating
Apart from his hot new single “Sometimes” on the FiWi Music label, Courtney John has produced a reggae remix for Nelly Furtado’s hit “Say It Right” which features himself. The single is currently released on Geffen Records.
Another single out by Courtney John is “I Can Get It Done” produced by Bulbie for the Fateyes label.



PHOTO CAPTION: Singer Courtney John, comforts model, Laci on set of his “Sometimes” music video, shot at the Blue Lagoon in Portland, Jamaica and directed by Asha.
 

THE INT’L REGGAE & WORLD MUSIC AWARDS

Kingston, Jamaica

The 26th Annual International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA), by Martin’s International and Associates returns to Harlem’s World Famous Apollo Theatre, in New York City on Saturday, May 5th, 2007, commencing at 8:00 pm for general admission, 7:00 pm for VIP ticket holders, and 6:00 pm for the nominees, performers, sponsors and other participants to walk the red carpet.
 

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August 8, 2006

COURTNEY YOGIE JOHN’S WHEN U SAY VIDEO ADDED TO MAJOR NETWORKS WORLDWIDE

Kingston, Jamaica

Courtney ‘Yogie’ John’s music video for the single “When You Say” has recently been added to Canada’s, Much Music, MTV Europe, VH1 Soul and Tempo.
The video was also the number 1 music video vote for 3 weeks on the VTX Chart Show on Hype TV (Direct TV).

His latest music video “Hey” featuring Jovi Rockwell has been getting major thumbs up from film and music industry key players.
Directed by Asha and Rie Rie the music video was shot at Boscobel Airport and areas within the parish of St Mary.

Locally you can catch both music videos in rotation on RETV, CVM TV’s Hit List, and Music +.

For more on Courtney Yogie John check out his myspace page:
www.myspace.com/courtneyyogiejohnmusic