Jay Z, Budweiser and United Way Announce Made In America Fest
JAY Z TO CURATE AND HEADLINE ‘BUDWEISER MADE IN AMERICA’
MUSIC FESTIVAL IN PHILADELPHIA THIS LABOR DAY WEEKEND
New Festival to Benefit United Way;
Tickets on PreSale Tuesday, May 22
Shawn “JAY Z” Carter, Budweiser and United Way announced “Budweiser Made in America,” an exciting, two-day music festival in Philadelphia this Labor Day weekend to benefit United Way and produced by Live Nation.
JAY Z will curate and headline the blockbuster roster of talent, which will include nearly 30 artists that embody the American spirit performing across three stages on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park on Saturday, Sept. 1, and Sunday, Sept. 2.
The eclectic roster of talent cultivated by JAY Z will be announced on May 21 and include acts ranging from rock, hip-hop, R&B, Latin and dance.
Tickets for “Budweiser Made in America” music festival go on sale Wednesday, May 23, through Ticketmaster.com and Livenation.com. A limited number of 2-day tickets will be available for $99 (plus service charges). Budweiser Facebook fans will have access to pre-sale tickets beginning Tuesday, May 22. To become a Budweiser Facebook fan, please visit www.facebook.com/Budweiser.
“This Labor Day, we will not only make history but we’re benefiting a great organization. ‘Budweiser Made in America’ will encompass every genre of music, creating and showcasing the only genre that matters, ‘great music.’ Budweiser and Live Nation are going to produce an amazing two days of performances, and it’s great to partner with United Way again to support all of the positive work they do in the community,” said Shawn “JAY Z” Carter.
The festival in Philadelphia will culminate following a summer of music parties in cities all across America, when Budweiser will invite its Facebook fans to experience talented local bands and artists. Budweiser, brewed across America, has a decades-long history of celebrating great American music.
“This festival will offer music fans from across the U.S. and beyond the biggest names in hip-hop, rock, dance and other popular genres this Labor Day,” said Rob McCarthy, vice president of Budweiser for Anheuser-Busch.
“Philadelphia is delighted to welcome visitors from around the country for a national music festival,” said Philadelphia Mayor Michael A. Nutter. “United Way has brought JAY Z and Budweiser together to host this national event in the birthplace of America. We are excited to invite the musicians, sponsors, guests and festivals goers for a memorable weekend.”
A primary goal of this music festival is to have a positive impact on the communities involved. This concert will benefit United Ways in Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey, Lancaster County, PA and New York City, enabling them to invest more dollars into their regions, strengthening local communities and improving lives. As a result of this concert, the money invested into these communities will positively impact the education, income and health of the most vulnerable and most needy citizens in these regions.
Budweiser Made in America also will be available for consumers around the country to watch via live-streaming. Details will be announced at a later date.
The event is the latest chapter in Budweiser’s long association with music, which includes memorable Rolling Stones tours and Budweiser SuperFest, which was headlined by Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder and other music legends.
Rocawear Presents JAY-Z From “Marcy to Barclays” Commercial
The first ever Rocawear commercial is a retrospective of Shawn “JAY-Z” Carter’s journey as a kid growing up in the humble projects of Brooklyn aspiring to make music and eventually making history. On that journey, the first business beyond music was the birth of Rocawear. Carter’s Rocawear brand represents his prowess as a business man who continues to challenge himself to be more than merely a musician. Check out the commercial below;
JAY Z x American Express x SXSW
American Express introduced a new experience for Cardmembers using Twitter — Cardmembers can now Tweet using special offer hashtags to load offers directly to their Card and get savings when they shop at national merchants including: Best Buy®, McDonald’s, Whole Foods Market, Zappos.com & More. Amex will showcase the new Twitter experience during a special, nationally live streamed concert from SXSW at Austin City Limits on March 12 at 7 p.m. CT featuring award-winning recording artist, JAY Z. During the livestream, @AmericanExpress will also unlock additional exclusive offers redeemable once card members sync. Lastly, leading up to and during the concert, JAY Z fans can tweet song requests and un-lock a digital concert poster.
The Amex Sync Show will be broadcast live at youtube.com/americanexpress and also be available on the VEVO mobile and tablet platform, March 12 at 7pm CT. A special rebroadcast will be available on-demand from March 13th to March 19th at www.Twitter.com/americanexpress, www.youtube.com/americanexpress and on Xbox LIVE.
For more information about the American Express new Twitter experience, please visit: sync.americanexpress.com/twitter
‘Otis’ Maybach To Be Auctioned Off For Save The Children
Remember this Maybach? Well, it’s now being auctioned off with proceeds going towards the Save The Children Foundation
Phillips de Pury & Company is pleased to announce the sale of a unique customized Maybach featured in the video of the Grammy award winning song “Otis” , with JAY Z and Kanye West and directed by Spike Jonze, as Lot I of its New York Contemporary Art Evening auction to benefit Save the Children. The evening auction will take place on 8th March 2012 at 450 Park Avenue, New York.
“JAY Z and Kanye West are towering figures in contemporary culture. They have greatly contributed to the artificial barriers between art, music, fashion and cinema to come down. Their video for ‘Otis’ became an instant classic. The Maybach they have transformed for it has the starring role.” Simon de Pury, Chairman, Phillips de Pury & Company.
“The rains have arrived in some areas of East Africa, but the crisis is far from over. It will take many months for farmers and families to replenish herds and replant and harvest crops. The funds raised from auctioning off the ‘Otis” car are greatly needed to help sustain families over the next several months. We are grateful to JAY Z and Kanye West for offering up pop culture history to do good for children in Africa.” Carolyn Miles, President and CEO, Save the Children.
The current hunger crisis in Somalia, Kenya and Ethiopia—the worst in over 60 years—has left 13 million people needing assistance. Some 250,000 people still face starvation in Somalia alone. Save the Children has helped 2.5 million children and families in the Horn of Africa through feeding, water trucking, healthcare and education. Funds from the sale of the car, which is estimated to sell at auction for more than $100,000, could feed more than 4,300 children in the Horn of Africa for a month.
VIEWING: 25 FEBRUARY– 8 MARCH, 2012
AUCTION: 8 MARCH, 2012 7PM
AUCTION LOCATION: Phillips de Pury & Company, 450 Park Avenue, New York, 10022
JAY Z & Kanye West Announce “Watch The Throne” European Tour
JAY Z and Kanye West are taking their critically-acclaimed “Watch The Throne” tour overseas. The European leg of The Throne’s tour kicks off May 20th at the O2 Arena in London and ends on June 13th. Ticket pre-sale begins Thursday, Friday 23rd and general public tickets will go sale on Friday, February 24th via LiveNation.
Watch The Throne European Tour Dates:
Sunday, May 20th – O2 Arena, London
Thursday, May 24th – Zurich Hellenstadion, Switzerland
Saturday, May 26th – Herning Arena, Denmark
Monday, May 28th – Oslo Telenor Arena, Norway
Tuesday, May 29th – Stockholm The Globe, Sweden
Friday, June 1st – Paris Bercy, France
Saturday, June 2nd – Paris Bercy, France
Sunday, June 3rd – Antwerp Sportpaleis, Belgium
Tuesday, June 5th – Frankfurt Festhalle, Germany
Friday, June 8th – Dublin O2 Arena, Ireland
Monday, June 11th – Manchester, UK – MEN Arena
Wednesday, June 13th – Birmingham, UK – LG Arena
Congratulations to the Roc Nation Grammy Winners!
Roc Nation was out in full force at the 54th Annual Grammy Awards last night. Check out which of our crew members won awards last night.
Best Rap Performance – ‘Otis’ w/ Kanye West
Best Rap/Sung Collaboration – ‘All of the Lights’ w/ Kanye West, Kid Cudi, & Fergie
Best Rap Song -’All of the Lights’ w/ Kanye West, Kid Cudi, & Fergie
Best Traditional R&B Performance – ‘Fool For You’ w/ Cee Lo Green
Best R&B Song – ‘Fool For You’ w/ Cee Lo Green
OFFICIAL VIDEO: Jay-Z & Kanye West – Niggas In Paris
Check out the official video for the hit single Niggas in Paris, from the Grammy nominated album Watch The Throne
JAY Z Carnegie Hall Concert Tickets On Sale NOW
Tickets for JAY Z’s United Way & Shawn Carter Scholarship Foundation concert are on sale to the public NOW!
In his most intimate performances in years, Shawn “JAY Z” Carter will headline at Carnegie Hall, in Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage, raising money for United Way of New York City and the Shawn Carter Scholarship Foundation on February 6, 2012 at 8:00 p.m. and February 7, 2012 at 9:30 p.m. Concert goers will get a once in a lifetime experience as JAY Z takes the stage at the New York landmark to raise dollars that will help fight poverty, boost on-time graduation rates in underserved New York City schools, and put college within reach for low-income students across the five boroughs.
For information on sponsorship opportunities or VIP tickets, please contact jayzconcerts@uwnyc.org.
All Net Proceeds Benefit United Way of New York City and the Shawn Carter Scholarship Foundation
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JAY Z Carnegie Hall Concert Tickets On Sale Monday 1/30
In his most intimate performances in years, Shawn “JAY Z” Carter will headline at Carnegie Hall, in Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage, raising money for United Way of New York City and the Shawn Carter Scholarship Foundation on February 6, 2012 at 8:00 p.m. and February 7, 2012 at 9:30 p.m. Tickets will go on sale to the public on Monday, January 30 at 11:00 a.m. EST. Concert goers will get a once in a lifetime experience as JAY Z takes the stage at the New York landmark to raise dollars that will help fight poverty, boost on-time graduation rates in underserved New York City schools, and put college within reach for low-income students across the five boroughs.
Tickets will be available on Monday, January 30 at 11:00 AM EST at www.carnegiehall.org, CarnegieCharge: 212-247-7800, or at Carnegie Hall’s Box Office at 57th Street and Seventh Avenue. VIP ticket packages that offer exclusive access to pre- and post-events are also available during the public ticket sale. For information on sponsorship opportunities or VIP tickets, please contact jayzconcerts@uwnyc.org.
All Net Proceeds Benefit United Way of New York City and the Shawn Carter Scholarship Foundation
JAY Z New Face of Duracell Powermat
Duracell Powermat, LLC, the joint venture formed in September 2011 by Procter & Gamble’s (NYSE: PG) Duracell brand and Powermat Technologies announced today that entrepreneur and 13 time Grammy award winning cultural icon Shawn “JAY Z” Carter has signed a multi-year global agreement with the company as an investment partner. He will also be the face and voice of the Duracell Powermat JV.
As a well-known trend-setter that helped redefine the music industry, JAY Z is uniquely positioned to bring wireless power to the people. His proven capability to mobilize and speak to a technology-savvy generation that lives and dies by their smartphones will enable Duracell Powermat to deliver the message that consumers need not forgo their richly mobile lifestyles because of insufficient battery power.
“I believe in the future of wireless energy and I believe that Duracell Powermat is the company to bring on the revolution,” said Mr. Carter. “I’m partnering with Duracell Powermat because they’re providing the solutions for the future.”
“The Duracell Powermat joint venture merges Procter &Gamble’s core expertise in consumer understanding, brand-building and go-to-market capability with Powermat’s technological innovation and ability to create a best-in-class wireless charging experience,” said Stassi Anastassov, President Duracell, P&G. “When we thought about bringing together representatives from best-in-class categories, JAY Z was the natural choice to be the new face and voice of Duracell Powermat.”
“JAY Z is power personified. He inspires millions of people all over the world on a daily basis with his music and his story,” said Ran Poliakine, CEO of Powermat Technologies. “There is no better face or voice that can move people to adopt a new paradigm in power delivery.”
‘We are proud to work with such an inspiring icon, whose music and success speaks to an entire generation all over the world. Our common vision and voice will pave the way for the upcoming wireless power revolution,” said Ron Rabinowitz, CEO of Duracell Powermat, LLC.
Duracell Powermat will be exhibiting its new line of wireless charging products and sharing information about how Duracell Powermat will be driving the wireless power revolution for consumers at the Consumer Electronics Show at the Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall, Upper Level, Booth #36512.
