Anita Baker, Billy Ocean, Hugh Masekela
Beres Hammond, Marjorie Whylie, Ryan Shaw and Yerba Buena Add More Heat to a Spectacular 2008 Program
KINGSTON, Jamaica – Diana Ross will lead a star-studded line-up when the Air Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival rocks Montego Bay January 24 through 26, 2008, at Rose Hall Resort & Country Club.
Once named “Female Entertainer of the Century” by Billboard Magazine, this great icon of the music world will be joined by Anita Baker, Billy Ocean, Hugh Masekela, Beres Hammond, Marjorie Whylie, Ryan Shaw and Yerba Buena.
Diana Ross
Crossing All Generation Gaps
“The 2008 festival will present some of the most influential musicians of our time, plus a sensational line-up of hot new talent,” said Walter Elmore, executive producer of the Air Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival and president of Turn Key Productions. “It’s an extraordinary program, and no doubt the performers will once again cross all generation gaps. This is going to be a thrilling time for everyone to celebrate in Jamaica.”
Director of Tourism Basil Smith commented: “The annual Air Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival is one of the most anticipated events on our calendar. Visitors from all continents come together with residents for an unforgettable experience. Great talent, warm Jamaican hospitality, and a beautiful setting … it’s the ideal way to kick off the new year.”
Up-to-the-minute details and ticket information are available at www.airjamaicajazzandblues.com.
Value-Added Packages for 2008 Air Jamaica Jazz and Blues
Special packages will make the 2008 festival attractively affordable for all jazz and blues enthusiasts. Alken Tours is offering three-night packages ranging from US$210 at El Greco Hotel to US$535 at Rose Hall Resort & Country Club. Rates are per person, based on double occupancy, and are inclusive of on-island airport transfers. Packages do not include airfare or tickets to the festival.
