`We are very emotionally close to the devastation in Haiti. Our trusted Haitian-born friend and colleague, Roxanne Hurley, currently on the island, `explains turnkey executive producer Walter Elmore. Elmore went on to explain that his team has not been able to reach and develop Hurley concerned.

Working closely with local institutions, turnkey package will collect and non-perishable food from visitors who attend the annual festival for delivery to the poor countries. Customers may leave donations at select ticket outlets will be announced today, Wednesday, January 13, 2010.

`Details of the precise drive us still being developed,` said Elmore. `We have just started a dialogue with local governments, which, like the whole world is experiencing challenges in communicating with Haitian officials.` Elmore committed to providing more information about relief efforts in the coming hours.

This information will be available at: www.jamaicajazzandblues.com.

Annual Jamaica Jazz & Blues Festival, the Caribbean `s best music event, will be held from 24-30 January, 2010 in Jamaica.

Festival has become synonymous with Jamaican culture and the performance will feature not only local but international acts including killing several award-winning Gladys Knight, “ Kenneth Babyface Edmonds, Erykah Badu, Billy Ocean, Joe Roy Jackson, Kelly Price, Tamia, Deborah Cox, Hall and Oats, Jon Secada, Monty Alexander, Roy Ayers, Third World, Marion Hall, and Max Sam Milby.

Jamaica Jazz since it was introduced in 1996 known as the Air Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival, has attracted thousands of visitors from the United States, Europe, the Caribbean and Jamaica.

This year, the festival is again presented by the main sponsor, the Jamaica Tourist Board. Other sponsors include Air Jamaica, Iberostar, Rose Hall Resort, CVM TV, Link Up Group, Jamrock Magazine, Nationwide 90 FM and the company tax, among others.

Turnkey Productions, producer of the annual festival, said the plan a good day at the bottom to change the field in the stadium to the phenomenal experience related to the Jamaica Jazz & Blues every year.

Walter Elmore, executive producer of the festival and founder of Turnkey Productions, stressed that the main event fans will not be sitting in stadium seats for the festival but as the Aqueduct at Rose Hall, Montego Bay, fans will be able to sit or stand in the field under the stars and soak in a lot of great performances.

“All the current focus on transforming the stadium field to create intimacy and mystique that no doubt Jamaica Jazz & Blues,” Elmore said. “There will be a stadium-style performance but certainly a face and personal experience as our loyal fans remain our primary focus and we are dedicated to ensuring we continue to provide unparalleled experience that has made us number one music event in the Caribbean.

JAMAICA 2010 performances from Jazz and Blues Festival will be a seven-day celebration of The Art of Music that will see the North Coast lost in the stunning scenery and the sound of Turn Key Productions event from 24-30 January.

The event kicks off on Sunday, January 24th with the Jazz in the Gardens in Jamaica Pegasus, Kingston, featuring Roy Ayers and Tony Greene 8-11 pm The line-up-14 annual performances including the Grammy-winning acts such as Gladys Knight, Kenneth Babyface “ Edmonds, Billy Ocean, Erykah Badu, Third World and The Whispers.

Babyface will bring to the stage on Thursday, January 28th at The Greenfield Stadium, Trelawny along with The Whispers, Joss Stone, Monty Alexander and Joe Roy Jackson.

On the day Friday, January 29, fans can be ready for Erykah Badu, Billy Ocean, Machel Montano, Robin Banks and the Queens Project – featuring Tamia, Kelly Price and Deborah Cox.

Festival wraps up on Saturday, January 30 with the Queen of Soul, Gladys Knight, along with the Third World, Hall & Oates, Jon Secada and Marion Hall.

Annual Jamaica Jazz & Blues Festival will be held from 24-30 January, 2010 in Jamaica. Jamaica Jazz since it was introduced in 1996 known as the Air Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival, has attracted thousands of visitors from the United States, Europe, the Caribbean and Jamaica.

Darling replaced Badu American Idol Jennifer Hudson, who pulled from the festival after being asked by the North American record industry mogul Clive Davis to perform a special tribute during the Grammy’s is dedicated to him.

“We are disappointed that Jennifer could not perform at the festival. He was asked by Clive Davis to give a special performance during the Grammy’s tribute will be a stage in his honor, and he was to perform at the festival here, he would not ‘t be able to attend training and get a job preparation completed in time for that special performance, “said Walter Elmore, executive producer of JAMAICA Jazz and Blues Festival.

Meanwhile, Elmore – who is also head of turnkey Productions, said that the addition of Erykah Badu to the festival is “more than what anyone could ask for”.

“When we heard Jennifer will become unavailable, we were wondering who we can get all the people who can WOW and just take the festival to a new level. Erykha Badu is a great singer, an entertainer, and he will bring flair and style to festival, and this is the second time to appear in Jamaica, “Elmore said when asked why elected Erykah Badu.

Erykah Badu’s repertoire of music includes five albums, and the sixth is expected to be released in 2010.

Performance in 2010 The JAMAICA Jazz and Blues Festival will be a seven-day celebration of The Art of Music that will see the Montego Bay swallowed stunning scenery and the sound of turnkey Productions event from 24-30 January.

Signature performance of the night will take place from 28-30 January in Greenfield, in Trelawny, which is 12 miles and 12 minutes from Rose Hall. After seeing the appearance of people like Alicia Keyes, Kenny Rogers, and many more, the stage of this year’s festival will welcome Gladys Knight Joss Stone, Erykah Badu, John Staccado, Deboroah Cox, Kelly Price, Tamia, and Timeless reggae crooner Billy Ocean again and the reggae band Third World.

Officials and the Caribbean, Jamaica’s best annual music festival set to host the New York City audition at SOB’s – 204 Varick Street, New York, NY 10014-4809 – from January 7 to allow a lucky amateur musicians the opportunity to perform at the prestigious Greenfield Stadium, Trelawny, Jamaica.

New York audition, was presented by Link Up Media Group, Jamrock Magazine and Turn Key Productions, producer of the annual festival.

The winners will be flown to and hosted free of charge on the beautiful island of Jamaica and the opportunity to appear before thousands of fans at the birthplace of Bob Marley.

“This is the next logical step for us and develop our Music ideas,” said Walter Elmore, head of turnkey Productions. “Talented amateurs who wish to enter should visit the festival website smart and became a member of JJ & B Fan Zone. With the membership, people can upload their music and video performance.”

Winners will be judged by the choices of people who qualify, selected by the festival organizers and fans vote.

Separate auditions will be held in Florida from 7 to January 5, 2010 at Ginger Bay Café, 1908 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, FL.

Annual Jamaica Jazz & Blues Festival will be held from 24-30 January, 2010 in Jamaica.

Festival has become synonymous with Jamaican culture and the performance will feature not only local but international acts including killing several award-winning Gladys Knight, Kenneth ‘Babyface’ Edmonds, Erykah Badu, Billy Ocean, Joe Roy Jackson, Kelly Price, Tamia, Deborah Cox, Hall and Oats, Jon Secada, Monty Alexander, Roy Ayers, Third World, Machel Montano HD, Marion Hall, and Max Sam Milby.

Jamaica Jazz since it was introduced in 1996 known as the Air Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival, has attracted thousands of visitors from the United States, Europe, the Caribbean and Jamaica.

This year, the festival is again presented by the main sponsor, the Jamaica Tourist Board. Other sponsors include Air Jamaica, Iberostar, Rose Hall Resort, CVM TV, Link Up Group, Jamrock Magazine and the company tax, among others.

“Jamaica is the perfect destination for travelers who need to escape winter with an extra hiss,” said John Lynch, Director of Tourism Jamaica. “Regardless of the season, the island always brims with exciting events that showcase our culture and natural beauty, and make sure that the fun never stops.”

December

Seaport Fest and Fireworks on the Waterfront (December 31, 2009) is a New Year’s Eve celebration with a Jamaican flare. Joined in a warm and welcoming more than 100 multiple, 000 with pride from across the island of Jamaica, ringing in the New Year with fireworks are phenomenal at Down Town Port of Kingston. This free event will also feature the Village kiddies, big vendors craft arcades, and family entertainment on stage. Charming sea view, stunning fireworks and corporate-friendly state will undoubtedly carve an indelible memory of a tropical New Year. For more information contact: UDC Urban Development Corporation at (876) 922-8310 – 4.

January

For history fans, or those who are attracted by the rich island heritage, the 270th Accompong Maroon Festival (January 6, 2010), in St. Elizabeth, Jamaica celebrates legendary West Maroons who fought relentlessly and successfully against the British for their freedom. Visitors can take part in various foods and beverages in a newly built African styled Bickle (food) village, while they are entertained with traditional singing, dancing, playing drums and blowing of the Abeng (trumpet). For more information please call: (876) 952-4546 or (876) 700-8805.

For the Caribbean and the international Jewish community or those interested in exploring the island heritage tourism, Jamaica will host the inauguration of the goals of the Jewish Diaspora Conference (Jan. 12-14) will be held at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel, in Kingston. The event will feature renowned experts from the United States, Jamaica, France and Israel, who will discuss various topics from the history of culture, including architecture, music, and religion to explore the Caribbean identity and Jewish heritage. Tour leading site in Kingston is a significant and historical value to the Kingston Jewish community will also be held for participants. For more information please visit: http://www.ucija.org/main.html

Reggae lovers gathered at Rebel Salute (January 16, 2010), now in 17 years, experienced some of the top reggae artists, both locally and internationally. Some memories of past actions, including Luciano, Queen Ifrica, Tarrus Riley and Tony Rebel. At the festival, which will be held at Port Kaiser’s Sports Club in St Elizabeth, visitors can also sample Jamaica’s Ital food (food prepared without salt) which is identical to the Rastafarian lifestyle. For more information visit: www.flamesproduction.com

Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival (24-30 January, 2010) brought a number of eager tourists to the edge of Jamaica each year. Local residents and tourists are equally appealing party in Jamaica and international cuisine to enjoy while the charm of jazz and blues music from the show at the national and international scene. Among the confirmed acts this year: Gladys Knight, Joss Stone, Jennifer Hudson, Tamia, Deborah Cox, the Third World, Monty Alexander, Billy Ocean, Joe Roy Jackson, Kelly Price, Hall and Oats, Jon Secada, Roy Ayers, Marion Max Hall and Sam Milby. For more information visit: www.jamaicajazzandblues.com

February

Jamaica continues to be the hottest Spring Break destination, and Spring Break kicks off the 2010 February-March 2010. Party season interesting happened in Montego Bay and Negril. Enjoy discounts on the Coral Cliff and Margaritaville Montego Bay and Negril; The Groovy Grouper, The Jungle and other attractions. For more information contact the Jamaica Tourist Board in Montego Bay at: (876) 952-4425.

Make sure that Valentine’s Day is the most impressive with the retreat, Global Wine & Chocolate Show (February 5, 2010), which will be held in St. Catherine. This special pre-Valentine’s Day event will feature well-known wine in the world and spirits brands, leading brands like Ferroro Rocher chocolates and Cadbury, as well as more than 50 suppliers of gift and exhibitors at the show. For more information please call: (876) 362-6445.

Join island as commemorating the life and works of reggae legend the Rt. Hon. Robert Nesta “Bob” Marley, O.M. Bob Marley Celebration (February 2010) will be a series of activities throughout the month, which included Bob Marley symposium, a concert tribute to Bob Marley & Dennis Brown, “One Love” Football Match and a number of other interesting activities. For more information contact the Bob Marley Foundation at: (876) 978 2991 / 3 or visit their website at: www.bobmarley-foundation.com

For die-hard adventure seekers looking for high adrenaline, the Jamaican Fat Tire Festival (6-13 February, 2010) is a cure for winter blues! This year the event, hosted in Oracabessa, St. Mary, is a unique event that can be described as an exhilarating, yet fun-filled, the trip was not for the faint of heart. Some of the famous mountain biking including the lung-busting rises, technical trail rides, fast descent down, double-track, and single-track, and reached its peak with the bike Jamaica Bash. For more information contact the Island Sports Trust at: (876) 975-3393.

Can not get enough of the rich heritage of the island? Wi fi crazy, (February 14, 2010) is now in 20 years, is an annual event that celebrates Jamaica’s retention of African heritage. Scheduled to be held at Somerset Falls in Portland, crazy, Wi-Fi will feature activities centered around preserving and presenting historical and cultural ties between Jamaica and Africa as Kumina, Jonkunoo and Anancy story. Day will also include poetry, fashion, and dancing with a special appearance by the famous drum / dance company. For more information visit: www.fiwisinting.com.

For those who desire to embrace the literary culture of the island, Jamaica’s Premier International film about reggae Film Series (16-18 February, 2010) in Kingston, is the place to be. Three-day event is the feature film and documentaries and music videos featuring reggae music and Jamaican culture as a central theme. For more information visit: www.jamaicafilmacademy.org

Ecotourists or individuals interested in the natural beauty of Jamaica will enjoy the Misty Bliss (February 28, 2010). This annual event is the traditional, Jamaican mountains cultural festival that celebrates the pleasure and treasure – the cool, misty forests the Blue and John Crow Mountains National Park, Maroon culture including Hog Wild Jerk, Crayfish Run-down, “Blue Drawers”, “Chaklit” Tea , Blue Mountain, Kumina, Maroon drummers, Crafts, Games at Pickney Ring crazy, and Environmental Education Trail for Hikers. For more information contact the Jamaica Conservation & Development Trust at: (876) 920-8278 -9 or (876) 960-2848.

Not in Montego Bay or Negril to celebrate Spring Break? No problem, mon! Kingston has the same life and the intense atmosphere of the party. Carnival in Jamaica (6 February to 11 April 2010) is a highly anticipated event for locals and visitors. Over 22 years, Carnival has evolved to bring together thousands of Jamaica and visitors during the ten-week “feel good fest”. Jamaica Carnival in 2010 will offer more than ten weeks, twenty-eight high-energy, fun-filled event beginning with the Beach Jouvert and ends with the Road March, a costumed street parade where revelers enjoy the Soca, Calypso and reggae music. For more information please call: (876) -923-9138 / 9 or (876) -922-3840.

MARCH

Fun in the Son (20 March 2010) is one of the most anticipated island gospel event, dubbed The Premier Christian Festival in the Caribbean. Fun in the Son, billed as an alternative spring break, change the Kingston for one night of entertainment and Christian ministry that unites a diverse audience interested in a cheerful, vibrant celebration of the Gospel. This festival will be held on the basis of Jamaica College, which is located on Old Hope Road. For more information visit: www.funinthesonjam.com

Bolts to the Trelawny Yam Festival (March 21, 2010), just outside the resort capital of Montego Bay, and discover what many believe is the secret Trelawny success of the most popular runner – sweet! Festival is a celebration of the rich culture of Trelawny and heritage, which also involves the production of sweet potato – the best known parish. This has become the standard bearer for all the local food festivals in Jamaica and offers a number of activities and attractions that culminated in a big party on Easter Monday occasion each year. For more information please call: (876) 610-0818.

“This is the next logical step for us and develop our Music ideas,” said Walter Elmore, head of turnkey Productions, producer of the Festival. “Amateur talent who wish to enter should visit the festival website smart and became a member of JJ & B Fan Zone. With that membership, people can upload their music and video performance.”

Winners will be judged by the choices of people who qualify, selected by the festival organizers and fans vote.

A chance to perform on stage is a dream come true for many people, with such popular musicians Tessanne Chin and Rootz Underground got a kick-start their careers benefit from performing on stage.

But for 2010, festival organizers certainly kicked it up a notch, with the introduction JAMAICA Jazz and Blues Band Quest competition.

`This is the next logical step for us and develop our Music ideas,` said Walter Elmore, head of turnkey Productions, producers of JAMAICA Jazz and Blues Festival. Now, people all over the world will have the opportunity to display their talents at the Festival, thanks to new Internet-based competition. Talented amateurs who wish to enter should visit the festival website `s smart (www.jamaicajazzandblues.com), and a member of J & B Fan Zone. With the membership, people can upload their music and video performance.

According to Marcia McDonnough, marketing manager JAMAICA Jazz and Blues Festival, `There are many activities that can be done at JJ & B Fan Zone to get points, and Band Quest entrants might attract new fans, who have the power to choose them and immigrants who also brought closer to the show in JAMAICA Jazz and Blues stage. `

He added that up to 60 participants with the highest number of points will be selected as finalists and will be invited to audition live in the United States and in Jamaica. Entries opened on Sunday, November 8 and will close on December 5, 2009. These sessions will be judged by the choices of people who qualify, selected by festival organizers.

If you qualify on the finalists but can `t make it to one of the live audition, then there is no reason to worry because the people in accordance with this bill will be included in the online competition, from which one acts will be chosen to perform at the Festival based on the point of acquisition and voting.

McDonnough said that the performance of all the winners in the live audition will be recorded and then uploaded to the website and Festival winners will be added to festival line-up. Interviews with judges and the winning participants will also be uploaded on the site, which he `will give the public an opportunity to know the action before the show at the Festival.`

But ultimately, there is only one winner. Bands that make the Festival stage will be entered through a final exam – judgment of Jamaica audience. Patron of JAMAICA Jazz and Blues Festival will be given a number to text and indicate who their favorite act in the Talent Stage each night. In addition, their appearance at the Festival will be uploaded to the festival site to the Internet more noise. Band with the most points earned from text messages and Internet votes in the final voting period, will be named winner of the 2010 JAMAICA Jazz and Blues Band Quest and will take home prizes including a confusion guaranteed to make a reservation on the main stage in JAMAICA Jazz and Blues Festival in the year 2011.

Set against a background of colorful balloons and a view of the scenery of the island, the ceremony began with a performance by calypsonian Michel Aubertin, before Snr. Deputy Director of Marketing and Commerce strategy, Marty St. George welcomed the passengers to the airline’s Terminal 5 hub.

The event which was attended by St. Lucia’s Ambassador to the UN Dr. Donatus St. Aimee, Louis Lewis Director of Tourism, and Minister for Trade, Tessa Mangal and Asst. Director Lorraine St bitchy, paying attention to low-cost airline that would fly 150-seat Airbus A320, to St Lucia every Monday, Thursday and Sunday.

Deputy Prime Minister of St Lucia to celebrate Lenard Montoute prime flight from Jet Blue to St. Lucia, and encourage guests to use affordable JetBlue flight to come and enjoy a special tour of the island, like the Jazz Festival in May, and carnival in July.

Montoute especially reached out to a large St. Lucian population in New York, asking them to fly JetBlue for the 2010 homecoming celebration.

“I want to thank you JetBlue that will take you to St. Lucia in comfort and style,” said Montoute.

Montoute, then cut the ribbon to launch JetBlue flight # 879, which left at 8:15 pm, and the soaring height of 35,000 feet into the bright sunlit sky toward the final goal.

For three hours, 55-minute comfort in aircraft that have been added legroom, the airline officials entertain the passengers, and give away prizes winners before flying drove to the Caribbean, for a smooth landing.

The aircraft was then met with traditional water cannon sprayed the jet before passengers got off the plane, and was greeted by the Prime Minister, Hon. Stevenson King, and his wife.

Steelpan music, and stage dancers also welcomes the traveler with a gift bag from the St. Lucia Tourist Board, before other revenues JetBlue saluted the crews of their voyage.

In brief remarks, Senator Allen Chastanet, Minister of Tourism and Civil Aviation said that despite the recession “we are still number one vacation destination in the Caribbean market,” and has JetBlue star performing for ten years came to our island, is truly a tribute . “This is the beginning of a great relationship, he added.

Prime Minister, Hon. Stevenson King, in turn, called a historic event, and the beginning of future flights, and tourism.

“We expect you to continue to maintain the level and quality of service that your reputation has spoken so highly of you, he told the JetBlue crew.

Communication Works and Transport Minister Guy Joseph, DR Seckinger Political Officer – U.S. Embassy, Diane Palton, general manager, JetBlue, St. Lucia, and Airport Manager Peter Jean, all JetBlue thanked for new services to their island.

JetBlue rolled each $ 129.00 cost of travel to St. Lucia, to celebrate the new destination marketing SVP said Marty St. George, who noted that the airline is to start a conversation just a year ago with the St. Lucian government to start a flight, for what now to 59 cities in the network carrier.

With other Caribbean destination such as Barbados, Bermuda, Jamaica and Netherlands Antilles, just to name a few, St. George said that “we have a fantastic record, and we chose St. Lucia because of great vacation packages that the island has to offer.

“No matter how bad the market, JetBlue had never enjoyed prying price, it is not in our brand, he said, adding that” we are very competitive in our prices are still seen as a positive force. He added that JetBlue is a low-cost airlines, although providing high-end services.

JetBlue has won the JD Power award five years in a row for service excellence said St. George.

St George served the King of the Prime Minister, with a replica of the Airbus A320 aircraft, while the St Lucian government handed over a plaque to the airline crew. Log on to Jetblue.com to learn more.

Turnkey production president and festival producer, Walter Elmore, made the disclosure recently when he celebrated the first official media kick-off for the event in Toronto, Canada.

Jennifer has a magic that surrounds him and the audience loved Jamaica. We feel he is an excellent addition to marching, `said Elmore to host media and travel professionals who came out to greet Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival debut in Canada on one of Toronto` s largest hotel, the Delta Chelsea, on October 15.

Hudson became famous in 2004 as one of the finalists in the third season of Fox’s reality television series American Idol. He made his film debut in the film Dreamgirls in 2006 and won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance, as well as Golden Globe Award, a BAFTA Award and Screen Actors Guild Award, among many others.

He won a Grammy Award for her eponymous debut album, Jennifer Hudson, who was released in 2008 on Arista Records and was soon certified gold by the RIAA to send more than 500,000 copies, spawning the hit single `Spotlight.`

Albums debut at # 2 on the Billboard 200 with 217,000 copies in the United States and opened to positive reviews. In August 2009, the album has sold 739,000 copies in the United States, received Gold certification for sales exceeding 500,000.

Her debut album, Hudson collected three Grammy Award nominations in 2008; Best Female R & B Vocal Performance for Spotlight `,` Best R & B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal for `I` m His Only Woman with Fantasia Barrino, and Best R & B Album for Jennifer Hudson. He last won this and appear on the awards.

Hudson is said to work on a second album and fans of Jamaican music can taste his new job.

Also in the law, Elmore said, would Billy Ocean, Joe Roy Jackson, Kelly Price, Tamia, Deborah Cox, Hall and Oats, Jon Secada, Monty Alexander, Roy Ayers, Third World, BMarion Hall, Max and Sam Milby, an Jazz band who polish Polish government has arranged for the event. Some Headliners are still to be confirmed.

Festival, which since it was introduced in 1996 known as the Air Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival, has attracted thousands of visitors from the United States, Europe, the Caribbean and Jamaica. International artists who have performed at the festival include Alicia Keys, Kenny Rogers, Norah Jones, Julio Iglesias, Roberta Flack, Lou Rawls, Dionne Warwick, India Arie, Nancy Wilson, Earth Wind and Fire, Kenny G., Michael McDonald, Gladys Knight, Kool & The Gang, Al Jarreau, Branford Marsalis, Brian McKnight Harry Belafonte, Babyface, Stephanie Mills, George Benson, Erykah Badu, Gladys Knight, Michael Bolton, and many more. And to bring a sense of Jamaica, famous names such as Ziggy Marley, Morgan Heritage, Third World, Toots Hibbert, Shaggy, Sean Paul Maxi Priest, Beres Hammond, Monty Alexander, Ritchie Stephens and many other Jamaican talents have made their mark on Air Jamaica Jazz and Blues stage.