WILLEMSTAD, Curacao (Top40 Charts/ Hill & Knowlton SAMCOR) - Grammy award winning singer and pianist, platinum selling artist and highly respected musician,
John Legend will headline the first ever Curac,ao North Sea Jazz Festival,
September 3-4th 2010. Legend is expected to wow the crowds along with music legends
George Benson and
Sergio Mendes as well as other international acts. The Curac,ao North Sea Jazz Festival will be held in the World Trade Center Curac,ao, but will also include a number of exciting, vibrant and energetic jazz concerts all over the island a full week before the festival.
John Legend made his break-through with hits like 'Ordinary people' and 'P.D.A. (We Just Don't Care).' In 2008, he collaborated with Estelle and Andre 3000 to release his third studio album, 'Evolver.' The popular R&B and soul singer with the distinctive voice is a certified star, his many GRAMMY awards a testament to the success of his career.
'The North Sea Jazz Festival is an unprecedented event for Curac,ao and to have John Legend headline this all encompassing musical experience is a coup for Curac,ao, the Festival and the fans,' says Brenda Benjamin, Director of Marketing, and Curac,ao Tourist Board. 'Including Mr. Legend, we could not have a better line-up of illustrious musicians to kick off this Jazz Festival. Curac,ao visitors who come for the jazz festival will not only love the event but will want to experience everything our unique island has to offer from remarkable diving to historic sites, beautiful beaches, high-end shopping and fun casino entertainment.'
Travelers to the Curac,ao North Sea Jazz Festival will also be able to take advantage of attractive music-themed packages offered by local hotels and resorts in Curac,ao. Those packages will be announced in the near future. However, for more information on Festival, venues, artists, schedule and ticket sales, visit: www.Curacaonorthseajazz.com
About Curac,ao
Selected as one of the top 10 Destinations for 2010 by Bing.com, Curac,ao - a UNESCO World Heritage site - boasts an eclectic mix of history and culture that welcomes visitors to this unique island paradise. With its pristine dive sites, secluded beaches, championship golf and rich local cuisine, Curac,ao offers a little something for everyone - from the adventure traveler to those who simply want to unwind and enjoy its perfect climate. To learn more about the island of Curac,ao visit Curacao.com and to request a FREE Curac,ao information package click here or call toll free 1.800.328.7222.
