The Essence Music Festival 2008  
Fri, Jul 04, 2008 at 7:00 pm to Sun, Jul 06, 2008 at 11:00 pm CST
New Orleans, LA
Date, Time and Location
Starting
Fri, Jul 04, 2008 at 7:00 PM CST
Ending
Sun, Jul 06, 2008 at 11:00 PM CST
Location & Address
Louisana Superdome
Sugar Bowl Drive
New Orleans, LA
United States-70112

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The Essence Music Festival
, "the party with a purpose", is the super festival that celebrates African-American music and culture! The festival attracts nearly 200,000 of the best-dressed, fun-loving, talented, and committed people in the nation. You will hear the largest gathering of African-American musical talent in the U.S., as well as listen to some of the top-notch speakers in empowerment seminars.

Whether you like soul, R&B, Hip Hop, or anything in between, you can find it at Essence Festival.

The 2008 Lineup Features:

Rihanna (July 4)

Chris Brown (July 4)
 
Kanye West (July 4)

Keyshia Cole (July 4)
 
Musiq Soulchild (July 4)
 
Jill Scott (July 5)
 
LL Cool J (July 5)
 

Mary J. Blige (July 6)

 Maze featuring Frankie Beverly (July 6)

Chris Rock (July 6)

Morris Day & The Time (July 6)

Superlounge Artists: Lyfe Jennings, Solange Knowles, Grandmaster Flash, Gil Scott Heron, Ledisi, Chrisette Michele, The New Orleans Jazz Orchestra Featuring Irvin Mayfield, The Preservation Jazz Hall Band’s Gospel Revival, Rebirth Brass Band, and Big Sam’s Funky Nation featuring New Orleans Funk & Soul Explosion.

 

         Your VIP Package Includes:

3 days - 2 night hotel stay

General Admission tickets to the Mid Day Boat Party (Hosted by BET) 

Final Payment taxes are included

New Orleans Coupon Book

Complimentary Gift Bag (inquire about the "souvenir package for $24.95 @ 1-877-521-4686 x 702)

Optional VIP Party Passes

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During the Festival weekend, there are plenty of other things to get into during the event. While you’re waiting for the parties and/or concerts to start, make sure you check out the Essence Marketplace at the Convention Center. The Essence Empowerment Seminars will feature an amazing lineup of renowned speakers, authors and national leaders. There will also a delectable offering of the city’s famous cuisine, along with sponsor activities, festival souvenirs, a book fair with author book signings, and an array of quality arts and crafts that reflect culture.
 
 

To book your VIP vacation package for this event, please visit the Rouse Travel Management event site at

 

          


ATTENTION ALL PERFORMERS

 

While we are not a record label, and do not offer record deals or make open ended promises, we have understood that performing at events that bring over 100k people in one city, at one time, could be your change to blow!

It could be your chance to get your music in the hands of people who can help you!
 
This opportunity is open to the following crafts:

Hip-Hop and / or R & B,

Poets

Neo Soul and

Dance Squads

Performance is FREE as long as you purchase one of our marketing packages. After all marketing is really what sells your music right?


 
Marketing packages include: Internet Promotions, Flyer distribution, Mobile Billboard presence, Gift bag representation, T-shirt presence, Radio Buys

Please understand that you must invest in your craft (music) and this opportunity is no different. Small investments to be on the scene are required. The investments range from $300 to $5,000 depending on the event and your level of involvement.
 
If you are interested, please click the link below and then click GET STARTED link at the bottom of the page. DON'T WORRY ABOUT COST WE OFFER PAYMENT PLANS!
 
Event Hosted By
Rouse Travel Management
We are an exclusive internet-based travel agency that has access and books travel (individual and group) to the hottest national and international events. RTM is owned and operated by Derek Rouse, an 19 year old entrepreneur from Philadelphia, who is also paying his way through college through varies different online businesses. Besides booking travel (special events, cruises, group and family vacations, etc.) , one of our company's main focus is providing travel booking services to business and travel professionals to save money on their own travel and make money on the travel of their co-workers, family and friends. Also, helping serious entrepreneurs and individuals who want start their own home-based travel business and claiming their stake in the 7 trillion dollar industry. For details, please visit



http://rousetravelmanagement.vacationmedia.net/presentation.php



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