Standing in unity are Alveta Knight, Honorary Consul of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas to Jamaica (third from left) and Joe Bogdanovich, Chairman of Caribbean Love Now (fourth from left). Joining them are (from left) Chamal Bethel, Bahamian national; Bobby Blake of Hardware and Lumber; Keva Hylton, Bahamianl; Lovett Brian of H&L Rapid; Toni Kaye Johnson, President of the Bahamian Student Association at UWI and Marcus Richards, Managing Director of Hardware & Lumber.
CLN has pledged an initial sum $5 million and is inviting the Jamaican public to join the pledge by making donations of cash and relief supplies at H&L Rapid True Value and H&L Agro stores across the island.
Hurricane Dorian is recorded as the strongest and most powerful storm to hit The Bahamas creating unprecedented damage on the islands of Abaco and Grand Bahama. The latest reports from the government of the Bahamas is that some 1,500 people remain missing.
(L – R) Chairman of Caribbean Love Now (CLN), Joe Bogdanovich, discusses the effects Hurricane Dorian has on Bahamanians with Alveta Knight, the Honorary Consul of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas to Jamaica, at the launch of Caribbean Love Now Bahamas Relief at H&L Rapid True Value, Constant Spring, Kingston.
“We are heartbroken by the stories of devastation that occurred in the wake of Hurricane Dorian. But we are also heartened by the spirit of survival of the Bahamian people and will support them on the journey to rebuild,” said Joe Bogdanovich.
Caribbean Love Now will aid in the immediate relief effort and once the recovery phase is initiated, will direct its efforts to rebuild health and education facilities. Similar support was provided to the government of Dominica in its rebuilding work following Hurricane Maria. Caribbean Love Now is registered under the Jamaica Charities Act 2013.
Revvae Edwards, cashier at H&L Rapid True Value, Constant Spring showcases a donation bucket that will be used to collect contributions for Hurricane Dorian relief and recovery in the Bahamas.
Alveta Knight, the Honorary Consul for The Commonwealth of The Bahamas in Jamaica said, “I am overwhelmed by the love, as demonstrated in cash, kind and prayers, extended by the people of Jamaica to my beautiful Bahamaland. As we navigate our way through the uncharted devastation left behind by Hurricane Dorian with the help of Caribbean Love Now and the wider Caribbean family, are confident that we shall rise like a phoenix out this hurricane’s destructive ‘ashes’. Thank you, Jamaica.”
Hardware & Lumber will donate equipment and building supplies. Jamaicans are also invited to make donations of tools, tarpaulins batteries and solar lamps, etc. at all 15 H&L Rapid True Value and H&L Agro stores across the island. One hundred per cent of all donations will be distributed to the people of The Bahamas.
http://www.loopjamaica.com/content/caribbean-love-now-pledges-5m-support-hurricane-dorian-relief
Forbes explained that the return on their investment is largely predicated on serving clients outside of Jamaica, as well as meeting the needs of discerning local clients who target international distribution. The technology was launched at the recent staging of Reggae Sumfest.
As the host broadcaster for Reggae Sumfest, Phase 3 provided its multi-camera 4K coverage of the concert to approved content distributors. Live streaming garnered millions of impressions from as far as Australia, Dubai, Nigeria, Russia and Denmark.
Executive Produced by Kerry-Ann Reid-Brown of Breadfruit Media
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Reggae Sumfest 2019 was pure fire! There was so much to unpack from Jamaica’s premier reggae and dancehall stage festival of the summer; from the brand marketing, production and of course the performances. In this episode executive product Kerry-Ann and I breakdown all of the moments that made Reggae Sumfest a hit in 2019 so you can make sure you don’t miss 2020!
Reggae Sumfest Generates $1 Billion Jamaican Dollars for the Montego Bay Area & Country!
Jul 25, 2019 Latest Reggae News
The Team at Downsound Entertainment achieved their goals with making Reggae Sumfest a hugely attended international event! Anyone who wasn’t taking Reggae music & musicians seriously before – take note – the entire island has financially benefited from the Caribbean’s largest Reggae Festival that took place July 14-20, 2019. Several news channels has reported this figure, which was originally projected to be around $12 Million USD, it’s now closer to $75 Million USD. The hotels, restaurants, taxi drivers and businesses around Mobay were lively with an enthusiastic crowd and the 5 Pre-Events before Festival Nights 1 & 2 helped keep everyone in an irie mood for the entire week.
As evident from the overhead drone shots, the festival was packed with locals and the 10,000+ that flew in specifically for Sumfest 2019. Downsound Entertainment also provided free live-streaming on their Youtube Channel and DSE TV for the entire shows on Friday & Saturday night. The Livestreams were also highly attended with over 10K international viewers all joining in on the good vibes and stellar performances.
If you missed it or want to watch again all of the performances are on their channel HERE https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHWqekyGOTkdu8IlcapvJSw/videos
For more news on Reggae Sumfest visit: https://reggaesumfest.com/
A Letter To Reggae Sumfest – Job Well Done
by J.D. Smith July 27, 2019
Dear Sumfest,
It was a pleasure to have seen you again after a year of your absence. How we longed to see you, and when you finally arrived what joy you brought to us. Dancehall Night brought us the Spice, The Koffee and even a little Chronixx to get us by. Beenie Manand Bounty Killer had us rocking through the night with their legendary friendly fight. Govana did the most, Aidonia brought it over the top, Jahvillani was flagrant, Agent Sasco once again proved he was top notch!
Dexta Daps, as usual, had the ladies magic, Elephant Man and Munga Honorableproved they still have it. I didn’t even blink in an effort not to miss, despite that even at 8 am I didn’t see the 6IX. Just like that dancehall night was over leaving thrilling memories on which to reminisce, but wait, there was one night to go still.
Night two, aka Reggae Night, was an upgrade from the beautiful night before. Chris Martin sang his “Cheaters Prayer,” Romain “Bellowed,” and Beres “Roared” with the ladies hanging to his every note. Protoje was a master, Lila Ike’s introduction seemingly assured she belonged in front of the crowd. Jah 9 was mystical, Dalton Harris thrilled us with his range and sought clarity, and Etana “The Strong One” echoed her quality. Buju Banton was left for last, and the Gargamel blasted his vocals across the venue as fans craved more of the songs on the legends musical menu, needless to say, he delivered.
Then there was nothing to look forward to, and our short time together has again passed, no more sound clash, or Sumfest Street Dance no more standing aghast at talented Jamaicans taking the stage apart. Thank you Downsound and Joe Bogdanovich for investing in our Jamaican talents.
So it’s until next year again and no doubt I will miss you. See you again soon.
Yours Sincerely.
J.D. Smith
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Reggae Sumfest Generates $1 Billion Jamaican Dollars for the Montego Bay Area & Country!
The Team at Downsound Entertainment have definitely achieved their goals with making Reggae Sumfest a hugely attended international event! Anyone who wasn’t taking Reggae music & musicians seriously before – take note – the entire island has financially benefited from the Caribbean’s largest Reggae Festival that took place July 14-20, 2019.
Several news channels have reported this figure, which was originally projected to be around $12 Million USD, it’s now closer to $75 Million USD. The hotels, restaurants, taxi drivers and businesses around Mobay were lively with an enthusiastic crowd and the 5 Pre-Events before Festival Nights 1 & 2 helped keep everyone in an irie mood for the entire week.
As evident from the overhead drone shots, the festival was packed with locals and the 10,000+ that flew in specifically for Sumfest 2019.
Downsound Entertainment also provided free live-streaming on their Youtube Channel and DSE TV for the entire shows on Friday & Saturday night.
The Livestreams were also highly attended with over 10K international viewers all joining in on the good vibes and stellar performances.
If you missed it or want to watch again all of the performances are on their channel HERE https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHWqekyGOTkdu8IlcapvJSw/videos
For more news on Reggae Sumfest visit: https://reggaesumfest.com/
Original Article from Reggae Festival Guide
