Sponsorship needed, says Junior Taylor  Over the years the Jamaican stage has seen many of the world’s top acts from the world of music. However in recent times there have been calls for local promoters to bring the mega stars. But one promoter says based on the prevailing economic environment, the cost for these artistes to perform in Jamaica is prohibitive. Junior Taylor, promoter of Soul In the Sun — a two-day festival held in Montego Bay in 2014, says the macro economic situation in which Jamaica finds itself and a lack of sufficient corporate sponsorship work against promoters who wish to bring in these acts. “Sponsorship is a must for any major event here in Jamaica. Sponsorship allows a promoter to absorb some of the cost which would ultimately be meted out to … Read entire article »