'Skip To My Luu Tour' starts tomorrow

The 'Skip To My Luu Tour 2011' featuring Serani, Ding Dong, Bugle and Razz & Biggy rolls out his month with 36 confirmed dates throughout the United States and Canada.

Organised by Edge Agency, the tour kicks off tomorrow at the Windsor University on Canada's annual Sports Weekend. "It really is a very complete package," said Edge Agency's Rahim Visram in a release sent to The Gleaner. "The Skip tour is such a positive movement and it's packed with entertainment and vibes. We are confident that audiences will be left breathless when the night is over. With hit songs and energy from Serani, Ding Dong with his crazy dance moves, conscious vibes from Bugle and top selectors straight out of the dances of Kingston, patrons can look forward to a real feel of genuine dancehall culture."

Artiste manager Julian Jones-Griffith added in the release: "Touring is essential to build an artiste's long-term career. Getting these acts into these markets creates great opportunities for them and for others too. With all the criticism dancehall has undergone recently and in such harsh economic times, the fact that we've pulled in nearly 40 shows is testimony that dancehall is alive and kicking. "

An incredible network

The Edge Agency is currently putting together packages for a wide array of artistes. Announcements of the tours and other events will be made shortly, and their website, www.edge-agency.com, will also be launched.

"We're open to work with any artiste that wants to work," said Rahim. "This is just the beginning and its the Edge Agency's mission to keep the dancehall and reggae music flag flying high, where it belongs. We have an incredible network and there are a lot of acts out there that are being under-utilised or overlooked and we think that there are a lot of opportunities that can help the industry and artists of every level."