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Having moved from Akbar in New Kingston to the Ranny Williams Enterainment Centre off Hope Road, May Daze is set to bring an even better series to its patrons.

Promoters dwayne harris and Stephen Willie both say that while they have changed the venue for May Daze, the vision and formula that they started with in 2008 will remain the same.

The concept and formula that Stephen and Dwayne develop three years ago would have work,but for our third year,they wanted to try something different to outdo the pervious years,so this may they’re taking Appleton May Daze to the movies.

The event,will take place every Friday in May, will see something different this year-the event will extend to what the promoters are calling May 35th.

Since there are only four fridays in may this years,and our patrons have been used to five nights of frolic and fun.Why should the calender stop the fun? So we ‘re renaming  june 4th and calling it may 35th ,which will be the grande finale of Appleton May Daze 2010.

More than 2,500 people at a time crammed into the space at Akbar last year to enjoy the selections of popular disc jockeys. At the end of the event last year, the promoters knew it was time to move to a bigger,more spacious venue.

The promoters are encouraging patrons to orders for Appleton May Daze VIP access card,which is a one-time cost of $4,000 that includes weekly access for the cardholder and a guest,VIP parking, complimentary drinks on entry and discounts at Appleton May Daze partner stores in Kingston and portmore.

Entry to the event on a weekly basis will be $800 with ladies entering free before 11 p.m each night .You can’t get a better deal than what they’re providing,and everyone who has ever been to a May Daze knows that they get more than what they pay for… we provide a party experience that defines value for money .

 JCDC NAMES 2010 JAMAICA GOSPEL FINALISTSAfter a series of island-wide auditions and eliminations, the top ten finalists who will participate in this year’s Jamaica Gospel Song Competition, organized by the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) in association with Grace Tropical Rhythms, were announced at the semi- final round held at the Rehoboth Gospel Assembly in Kingston last Thursday. They are: Ann Marie Laing from the parish of St. Elizabeth with the entry “I Can Trust God”; Tiffany Hall from the parish of Manchester with “Lost Without You” and Ancient Priest with “My Prayer” also from Manchester.  From the parish of St. Catherine are Miriam Levy with “Arise”, Raylene Lindo with “I Just Can’t Give Up” and Murron Lindo with “God’s Promises Are True”.  From St. Thomas is Omar Douglas with “I Feel like Running Away” and from the capital city of Kingston and St. Andrew is God Son with “I Need a Word”;  Micah Ministry with “Anyway Praise” and Pure with “Father Please Hear”.The selected finalists will move on to preparing for the 2010 competition which includes being featured on a compilation album, music videos and an upcoming island-wide promotional tour. The Jamaica Gospel Competition was introduced by the JCDC in 1987, as the Commission pursued its vision of unearthing, developing and showcasing the best of Jamaican culture. The competition has since become an iconic presentation of indigenous gospel music in Jamaica and attracts over 200 artistes, producers and writers of original gospel music each year.  

For more information contact:
Danielle Hopkins
Public Relations Coordinator
Jamaica Cultural Development Commission
3-5 Phoenix Avenue, Kingston 10
Tel: 926-5726-9/ 376-2689 / 371-3423
Fax: 929-2362
Direct Email: danielle-hopkins@hotmail.com

ST. Thomas Festival Queen show will be held on Saturday, May 15, 2010 at the Colonel Cove starting at 8:00 pm.   For more information contact:
Danielle Hopkins
Public Relations Coordinator
Jamaica Cultural Development Commission
3-5 Phoenix Avenue, Kingston 10
Tel: 926-5726-9/ 376-2689 / 371-3423
Fax: 929-2362
Direct Email: danielle-hopkins@hotmail.com