Happy Jazzin' & Dazzlin' New Year 2009!

Lots of things to look forward to next year, one of which is the fifth edition of Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival, due to take place on 6, 7 and 8 March 2009 at the spacious and cool Jakarta Convention Center, the home of Java Jazz Festival for the last four years and many years to come.

For the upcoming Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival (Java Jazz Festival, or JJF for short), some names who have confirmed their attendance include: Brian McKnight, Jason Mraz, Swing Out Sister, Peabo Bryson, Eliane Elias, Simon Phillips, David Garfield, Ivan Lins, David Weckl, Oleta Adams, Ron King's Big Band (also present during JJF 2008), Matt Bianco, The New York Voices and so many more. With a few surprises up its sleeves, Java Jazz Festival 2009 promises to be a celebration of the great lifestyle of jazz!

To warm up the ambiance and attract visitors for the festival, a series of pre-event, aptly titled Java Jazz on the Move (JJOTM), will take place in a number of public venues, such as restaurants, cafes, malls and also universities. This type of activity will take place approximately a month prior to the huge event.

Also, there is also a plan to invite the presently popular community of bicycle riders to participate in celebrating a cause which motivates people to live healthier and also in their own way lessen pollution by establishing 'Bike to Java Jazz Festival', an actualization of the festival organizer's campaign, 'We Do Green'.

Looks like a great year ahead!

See you at Java Jazz Festival 2009
6, 7 and 8 March 2009

Breaking News: Special Online Prices Rises on 6 January 2009!

Per 6 January 2009, the Java Jazz Festival 2009 online ticket prices will increase to:

Rp 235,000 (for daily pass - current price: Rp 225,000) and

Rp 550,000 (for 3-day pass - current price Rp 525,000).

These prices lasts until 15 January 2009.

So, if you haven't already secured your tickets, NOW is high time to do so.

Prices exclusively available at www.javajazzfestival.com and not including special shows.


Cheers!

See you at Java Jazz Festival 2009

Volunteer Application for JJF 2009 Now Opened!

Want to be a part of Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival 2009's success?

Click here

Got Your JJF 09 Tickets Yet? Online Prices Will Increase Starting December 18 2008! So Hurry Up, What Are You Waiting For???

Per 18 December 2008, the Java Jazz Festival 2009 online ticket prices will increase to:

Rp 225,000 (for daily pass - current price: Rp 195,000) and
Rp 525,000 (for 3-day pass - current price Rp 500,000).

So, if you haven't already secured your tickets, NOW is high time to do so.

Prices exclusively available at www.javajazzfestival.com and not including special shows.


Cheers!

See you at Java Jazz Festival 2009

Calling Out to FRIENDS OF RAN..

RAN performing on any form of stage can definitely guarantee one thing, hordes of screaming tweens and teens.  Perhaps it is their charm, perhaps it is their boyish looks, perhaps it is because of group's well-versed and catchy tunes.  Most probably it is a mixture of all possibilities.  When a group with phenomenal popularity such as RAN perform in a prestigious jazz event such as Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival, it can only mean one thing: one awesome, unforgettable, entertaining show.  At Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival 2008, this group performed to a full crowd, most of which also have memorized these boys' songs by heart.  Now, this memorable performance can be yours.  Presented by Universal Music Indonesia and Java Festival Production, the RAN LIVE @ JJF 2008 DVD is a special treat indeed.  Order online now @ www.javajazzfestival.com and you will not only get this DVD (specially addressed to you and signed by RAN's members), but also a free T-shirt and sticker.

Get them NOW! 

You're no FRIENDS OF RAN if you don't have this DVD.

more info: click here

Flashback into JJF 2007 - Jamie Cullum

Flashback into JJF 2006 - Tortured Soul

Flashback into JJF 2005 - Angie Stone

The Early Bird Has Flown!

The unveiling of the Java Jazz Festival 2009's Early Bird Prices starts..now!

Starting 2 December 2008 until 9 February 2009, JFP released its EARLY BIRD PRICES, which are:

Daily Pass : Rp 250,000 (Normal Price is Rp 350,000)
3-Day Pass : Rp 600,000 (Normal Price is Rp 850,000)

For now, these prices are for grabs only at the Java Jazz Festival Headquarter (PT Java Festival Production, Simprug Gallery Blok A1, Jl. Teuku Nyak Arief no. 10, South Jakarta).

Plus, if you happen to be ones of the fortunate to have a 30% voucher (which came with your copy of JJF 2008's Official Program Book, MUSIC), and you're wondering "Hmmm, can I use this?!" The answer is YES! The voucher can be used to purchase tickets at the JFP Office (address above), and please remember that terms and condition (as stated on the back of the voucher) apply.

See you at Jakarta International JAVA JAZZ Festival 2009
6, 7 and 8 March 2009.







it's a lifestyle.

ORDER YOUR JJF 2009 Tickets ONLINE!

Special Online Prices (apply until 5 January 2009)

- Daily Pass (Friday) : Rp 195,000

- Daily Pass (Saturday) : Rp 195,000

- Daily Pass (Sunday) : Rp 195,000

- 3 Day Pass : Rp 500,000

To order online: http://javajazzfestival.com/2009/ticketonlineorder.php

Bits and Pieces from Soulnation Festival 2008, See You Next Year!

Diana Krall Live in Concert in Photos

One More Day to Diana Krall!

A little peek into Diana Krall's live performance (this particular one is quite fascinating as it features Willie Nelson and Krall's husband, Elvis Costello).

So, have you got your tickets for "Diana Krall Live in Concert", October 5 2008 @ Ritz Carlton Jakarta, Pacific Place?

www.jf-pro.com/dianakrall

Flowing with J-Flow

For the enthusiasts of hip hop music in Indonesia, former member of Saykoji, J-Flow, is no stranger. The dude is everywhere! Earlier this March, he performed at Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival, collaborating with a number of Indonesia's finest young musicians. He's worked with the likes of Cindy Bernadette, Tohpati, Pasto and Barry Likumahuwa. Plus, you might have heard a number of his indie tracks on the radio.

At the upcoming Jakarta International SOULNATION Festival 2008, he's not going to be featured in someone else's show; it's gonna be all about J-Flow. Rumor has it, his upcoming performance at Soulnation will also be completely different from his past performances, plus he's going to collaborate with someone, let's just say, very contrary to his music style.

Intrigued?
You better be.

to hear samples of his music, direct your browser to his myspace..

Just because..

Diana Krall is a fabulous singer/pianist.

Catch her performance, here in Jakarta, at Ritz Calrton Jakarta, Pacific Place on October 5 2008.
for more info, direct your browser to www.jf-pro.com/dianakrall

Soulnation Festival's HOTLINE..

Drop a line if you have any inquiry..

0838 8080 888

also an alternative:

check out our website for SOULNATION @
www.soulnationfestival.com

"Body on Me" - Ashanti feat. Nelly & Akon

"Body on Me" is a song by rapper Nelly and singer Ashanti featuring the hip-hop singer/producer Akon. It was recorded for Ashanti's fourth album The Declaration and Nelly's fifth studio album Brass Knuckles. The track is produced by Akon and Vaushaun Brooks. It went to number one on Billboard's Hot Videoclip Tracks chart in its first week, becoming the first number one single from Nelly's album. The song was released as the first single from Ashanti's The Declaration album in the UK and the second from Nelly's "Brass Knuckles".

SOULNATION - A Glimpse into.... Ashanti

website
myspace

Ashanti quickly became a sensation when she blasted into the music scene through her tumultuous duets alongside Ja Rule (“Always on Time”), Fat Joe (“What’s Luv?”) and the Notorious B.I.G. (“Unfoolish”). When she did release her debut album in 2001, her debut solo single “Foolish” quickly topped the Hot 100 chart. In 2002, she released another chart-topping album, titled “Chapter II”, known for single “Rock Wit U (Awww Baby).” Ashanti’s sophomore album, “Chapter II”, was nominated for a 2004 Grammy Award for Best Contemporary R&B Album, whilst singles “Rock wit U (Awww Baby)” and “Rain on Me” were nominated in the “Best R&B Song” and “Best Female R&B Vocal Performance” categories. In December 2004, Ashanti released her third studio album, “Concrete Rose”, the title of which took on Tupac Shakur's pseudonym "The Rose That Grew from Concrete".

After the release of “Concrete Rose”, Ashanti frolicked with movie roles and starred in a number of movies. It was not until June 2008 that she released her latest studio album, “The Declaration”. The official first single of “The Declaration”, titled “The Way That I Love You”, secured the number two spot on the Hot R&B/Hip Hop songs chart and peaked at number 37 of the Billboard Hot 100. The song shot up to number 1 on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip Hop Recurrent Chart, becoming her first solo number 1 in the U.S since "Foolish." After several short weeks, the album has sold more than 1.4 millions in the US and more than 2.1 million worldwide.


The Way That I Love You - Ashanti

Smack That, Akon!

We, at JFP, are extremely excited that Akon will be one of the many artists scheduled to enliven our musical exhibition, Jakarta International Soulnation Festival 2008. Although we know that we would not be as lucky as the festival's audience as we would not actually get to see him perform and wow the audience, it did not stop us from having a little bit of fun by singing along to the lyrics one of Akon's many catchy hits, "Smack That".

For those who, like some us, initially had a hard time making out the words, here's a little help.
(Have fun, sing along..prepare yourself to sing along with Akon!)

Akon - Smack That - Akon

Smack That
(Akon feat. Eminem)

[Akon:]
Shady
Convict
Upfront
Akon
Slim Shady

I see the one, because she be that lady! Hey!
I feel you creeping on, I can see from my shadow
Wanna jump up in my Lamborghini Gallardo
Maybe go to my place and just kick it like TaeBo
And possibly bend you over look back and watch me

[Chorus (2X):]
Smack that all on the floor
Smack that give me some more
Smack that 'till you get sore
Smack that oh-oooh!

Upfront style ready to attack now
Pull in the parking lot slow with the lac down
Convicts got the whole thing packed now
Step in the club now and wardrobe intact now!
I feel it down and cracked now (ooh)
I see it dull and backed now
I'm gonna call her, than I pull the mack down
Money no problem, pocket full of that now!

I feel you creeping on, I can see from my shadow
Wanna jump up in my Lamborghini Gallardo
Maybe go to my place and just kick it like TaeBo
And possibly bend you over look back and watch me

[Chorus (2x)]

[Eminem:]

Ooh...Looks like another club banger
They better hang on when they throw this thing on
Get a lil drink on
They gonna flip for this Akon shit
You can bank on it!
Pedicure, manicure kitty-cat claws
The way she climbs up and down them poles
Looking like one of them putty-cat dolls
Trying to hold my woodie back through my draws
Steps upstage didn't think I saw
Creeps up behind me, she's like "You're!"
I'm like ya I know lets cut to the chase
No time to waste back to my place
Plus from the club to the crib it's like a mile away
Or more like a palace, shall I say
Plus I got pal if your gal is game
In fact he is the one singing the song that's playing
"Akon!"

[Akon:]
I feel you creeping on, I can see from my shadow
Wanna jump up in my Lamborghini Gallardo
Maybe go to my place and just kick it like TaeBo
And possibly bend you over look back and watch me

[Chorus]

Eminem is rollin', d and em rollin' bo
And all marvelous them rolling
Women just holding big booty rollin'
Soon I'll be on Eminem throwing "D!"
Hitting on less than "Three!"
Block wheel style like "Whee!"
Girl I can tell you want me because lately

I feel you creeping on, I can see from my shadow
Wanna jump up in my Lamborghini Gallardo
Maybe go to my place and just kick it like TaeBo
And possibly bend you over look back and watch me

for more info about the festival: www.soulnationfestival.com

No reason to not to..

...catch Diana Krall (in action) this October 2008

Just a reminder..
Diana Krall is scheduled to dazzle her Indonesian audience on October 5 2008 at Ritz Carlton Jakarta, Pacific Place.

Please remember, her shows' tickets all around the world is always SOLD-OUT, so now that she's finally coming to Jakarta, immediately secure your opportunity to catch this exquisite singer/pianist in action.

for more information: www.jf-pro.com

Got What It Takes to Take Part in SOULNATION FESTIVAL 2008?

JAVA FESTIVAL PRODUCTION is opening the opportunity for young individuals to take part and volunteer in its newest event, SOULNATION FESTIVAL 2008.

You think you got what it takes to be the selected few?

Register at www.soulnationfestival.com/2008/volunteerform.php

GOOD LUCK!

Akon & Ashanti @ SOULNATION FESTIVAL 2008

This is AKON

This is ASHANTI

TICKET PRICES Early Bird Price (Limited - Up to 21 Sept. 2008) Friday, 17 Oct 2008 • Daily Pass Rp 250,000,- • Special Show - AKON Rp 200,000,- Saturday, 18 Oct 2008 • Daily Pass Rp 250,000,- • Special Show - ASHANTI Rp 200,000,- 2-Day Pass (17 & 18 Oct 2008, Excluding Special Shows) Rp 400,000,- Normal Price (22 Sept. – 18 Oct 2008) Friday, 17 Oct 2008 • Daily Pass Rp 350,000,- • Special Show - AKON Rp 300,000,- Saturday, 18 Oct 2008 • Daily Pass Rp 350,000,- • Special Show - ASHANTI Rp 300,000,- 2-Day Pass (17 & 18 Oct 2008, Excluding Special Shows) Rp 500,000,- Special Student Price : - Daily Pass *: Rp 200,000 (15 Aug. – 21 Sept. 2008) • Terms and Conditions: o Only at JFP Office (Simprug Gallery A1, Jl. Teuku Nyak Arief No. 10) o Period: 22 August – 7 October 2008 o Need to bring original Student ID Card & Photocopy o 1 ID Card can only buy maximum 2 (two) Daily Pass To buy tickets online, please visit www.soulnationfestival.com/2008/ticketorder.php

Come and Get 'Em!

Ticket Prices for SOULNATION FESTIVAL 2008

Early Bird (15 Aug. - 21 Sept. 2008)
- Daily Pass : Rp 250,000
- 2-Day Pass : Rp 400,000

also available
* Student Price - Rp 200,000 (terms & conditions apply)

• Only at JFP Office (simprug Gallery A1, Jl. Teuku Nyak Arief No. 10)
• Period : 22 Aug. – 7 Oct. 2008
• Need to bring fotocopy & original student ID Card
• 1 ID Card can buy max. 2 Daily Pass

SOULNATION - A Glimpse into.... Rahsaan Patterson

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myspace

A native of The Bronx, New York, Rahsaan Patterson was named after 60’s jazz saxophonist Rahsaan Roland Kirk. Often, his style is likened to the likes of Stevie Wonder and Chaka Khan. In 1984, he was cast as “The Kid” in famed television show “Kids Incorporated”, where he appeared alongside Fergie, Mario Lopez and Shanice. In 1997, he released his self-titled debut album. Although the album received positive reviews from music critics, it did not succeed to capture a larger audience. In 1999, Patterson released sophomore album, “Love in Stereo”. Five years later, in 2004, he released third album “After Hours”. His latest album was released in 2007, it was titled “Wine & Spirits”.

*Rahsaan Patterson sang a duet with Grammy-winning songstress Ledisi titled “We are One”.