The first Annual Clarendon Music Awards is the brainchild of David Anderson of Temperature’s Entertainment Limited. This organization is known for the ultra successful show, “The High School Link-Up Showcase” that links past students from all high schools in Jamaica.
"This event will feature the biggest names in the entertainment industry as well as emerging local talent from in and around Clarendon." Mr. Anderson, who is also the chairman of the event, said.
Anderson contends that Clarendon has produced several musical talents such as the world famous Clarendonions, Millie Small, Barrington Levy, Toots Hibbert, Freddie McGregor, Coco Tea, Liz Mitchell,Denroy Morgan and I - Octane to name a few. Along with Mr. Morgan, some of these individuals will be presented this year with special awards for their outstanding career achievements and for their cultural and social contribution to the parish of Clarendon.
"This event will feature the biggest names in the entertainment industry as well as emerging local talent from in and around Clarendon." Mr. Anderson, who is also the chairman of the event, said.
Anderson contends that Clarendon has produced several musical talents such as the world famous Clarendonions, Millie Small, Barrington Levy, Toots Hibbert, Freddie McGregor, Coco Tea, Liz Mitchell,Denroy Morgan and I - Octane to name a few. Along with Mr. Morgan, some of these individuals will be presented this year with special awards for their outstanding career achievements and for their cultural and social contribution to the parish of Clarendon.
I-Octane has scored nine nominations in this year's inaugural Clarendon Music Awards. Other major artists such as Vybz Kartel, Mavado and Tarrus Riley have also earned multiple nominations.
This event is also expected to be an economic boom to the economy of Clarendon, as i t is expected to create short and long term employment for community members and create new revenue for small businesses in Clarendon.Part of the proceeds from the event will be donated to the Clarendon Street People Association - CLASP and the Paediatric Ward at the May Pen Hospital, in Clarendon.
The event will be hosted by radio and TV personalities Lady D and Sasha Bling, and there will be performances from Professor Nuts,Merciless,Anthony Cruz,Assailant,Silver Kat,Kashu-Man,Singer Jah and many other local artists.
The event will be hosted by radio and TV personalities Lady D and Sasha Bling, and there will be performances from Professor Nuts,Merciless,Anthony Cruz,Assailant,Silver Kat,Kashu-Man,Singer Jah and many other local artists.
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