Maroon 5 For Jazz & Blues 2011‏

Grammy Award Winning Pop-Rock Band Maroon 5 To Headline Jamaica Jazz & Blues Festival
January 23 - 29 2011.

KINGSTON, JAMAICA November 25 2010; Grammy award-winning pop-rock band Maroon 5 is set to headline the 15th anniversary of the Jamaica Jazz & Blues Festival. The event will be held from January 23 – 29, at the Trelawny Multi-Purpose Stadium, located just east of the island’s tourist capital, Montego Bay.

The popular Los Angeles-based quintet, which this fall released its third studio album, Hands All Over, has built a growing industry and fan base since 2002, selling over 10 million albums in the United States and 15 million worldwide.

The three-time Grammy award-winners Maroon 5, who are set to grace the stage of this world-renowned music festival, captured the attention of audiences worldwide with Songs About Jane, a record filled with hybrid-rock, funk and R&B.

The multi-platinum album spawned the Billboard hits, “This Love,” “Harder to Breathe” and “She Will Be Loved.” The band’s second critically acclaimed album featured collaborations with Rihanna and Mary J. Blige, and produced the smash hits “Makes Me Wonder” and “If I Never See Your Face Again.”

“In securing such a high-profile act, we are enthusiastic about the growth prospects for this major festival, which has boosted visitor bookings significantly,” said Jamaica’s Director of Tourism John Lynch. “It’s a great time to be in Jamaica. The festival now runs a full week, so visitors have an opportunity to experience the diversity of our attractions and cuisine while enjoying a great music event in a fun and relaxed setting.”

According to Festival organizers TurnKey Productions, the event is more than a music festival; it’s a one-of-a-kind experience that brings together thousands of friends and family for one week of pure pleasure and relaxation.

“The Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival has a special aura to it, unlike any other event with which I have been associated. It is a combination of the musicians, the people, the setting and the infectious vibe of Jamaica that creates an almost surreal experience for anyone who attends. I am looking forward to this 15th anniversary event in Jamaica and have assembled a top quality lineup that is sure to please our patrons,” stated Walter Elmore, CEO of TurnKey Productions.

Third World Band Music Breaks All Language Barriers‏

Time and time again, Third World Band has proven why they are deserving of the title "Reggae Ambassadors." This was evident this past weekend when the band traveled to the French island of Guadaloupe to perform at the 3rd edition of the Gwadloup Festival. The Festival, which was held at Parc Jarry, was attended by residents, visitors and various media outlets.

Third World performed to over 7000 predominately French speaking patrons, yet when the band took the stage screams and cheers were heard throughout the venue. What was even more amazing was the fact that the audience sang along with the band for most of their 75 minute set which included hits such as Sense of Purpose, Forbidden Love, Committed, 96 Degrees, Try Jah Love, among others. Each song was ushered in by applause from the audience who stood to their feet and danced the night away.

The surprise of the night came when the band performed Reggae Ambassadors medley including Rumors and Front Door as a tribute to Gregory Isaacs, who recently passed away. Isaacs is featured on Third World's current album "Patriots." The album, which was released on August 10, 2010, also features Toots Hibbert, Marcia Griffiths, Sly Dunbar, Robbie Shakespeare, Dean Fraser, Inner Circle, Mykal Rose, Junior Reid, Capleton, Stephen & Damian Marley, Tarrus Riley and Tessanne Chin.

The energy filled set came to a close with a performance of Love Train. When they exited the stage the audience chanted their name, a clear sign that the performance was enjoyed by all.

Upcoming performances include, California: December 2nd Santa Rosa, December 3rd Garberville, December 4th San Diego and December 5th Oakland. On December 11, 2010, the band will perform at the 1st Annual Boom Tunz Festival in New Zealand alongside Ludacris, T-Pain and Kelly Rowland. January 29, 2011 at Love City Live in St. John, Virgin Islands and February 11, 2011 at the Palmyra Foundation Charity Event in Montego Bay, Jamaica on February 11, 2011. For more information about Third World Band, visit www.thirdworldband.com. To purchase the album, visit www.thirdworlddigistore.com.