Archives for: December 2008

Government signs $6 million contract to complete Magistrates’ court complex


22nd December 2008
The completion of the Magistrates’ Court complex is essential to facilitate the further execution of justice and to enhance the working conditions of staff said Public Works and Transport Minister the Hon. Neko Grant as he signed a contract for $6,427,73… more »

Tempo Turns 3 - Ziggy Rankin Performance


18th December 2008
Ziggy Rankin, performed his hit of 2007 “Miserable Life”; which Bahamians know well because it was used a great deal during the political season of that year, even resulting in a live performance. Ziggy Rankin also performed his latest hit “Another One G… more »
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Tempo Turns 3 - Jah Hem Performance


18th December 2008
A surprise for the crowd was Bahamian recording artist, Jah Hem, from the island of Grand Bahama. He performed one of his newest hits “Wickedest Time” more »
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Tempo Turns 3 - Jah Bami Performance


18th December 2008
Reggae artist and Tempo VJ, Jah Bami, performed “A Man is just a Man” and a new track entitled “Build It”. more »
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Tempo Turns 3 - Mr. King Performance


18th December 2008
Artist Mr. King performed his song “Borderline” which houses the lyrics “Too much Borderline…Badness Outta Style”. These lyrics were the origin of the title “Badness Outta Style” used for Tempo project of turning Caribbean Youth away from violence. more »
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Tempo Turns 3 - Car Giveaway


17th December 2008
Tempo along with its partner the Bahamas Telecommunications Corporation (BTC) chose to give away three prizes to finalist in a campaign started specifically for the event For 3rd prize was a brand new X BOX 36O For 2nd prize was P… more »
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Tempo Turns 3 - Mr. Tempo!


16th December 2008
The Founder & CEO of Tempo, Frederick A. Morton Jr., Esq., was the one who had the vision of Caribbean music and culture being taken to the world. “I can not begin to express the love…Tempo Forever” “I’ve been everywhere in the Bahamas, I’v… more »
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Tempo Turns 3 - Biggie Irie Performance


16th December 2008
Biggie Irie said "I want a big gal, for the carnival". Emphasizing his message of size not making a difference. He told Bahamian fans, in New Providence, that he would be in Freeport Grand Bahama (another Bahamian island), next weekend. He also perfor… more »
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Tempo Turns 3 - Krosfyah


15th December 2008
Krosfyah hyped up the stage with a energy performance of Soca music, which included whining and climbing stage posts. They performed their song "Sak Pase" to which the audience rocked and danced along "It's impossible to be in love with tw… more »
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Tempo Turns 3 - The Crowd


15th December 2008
The Bahamian Crowd showed much love and support to Tempo during the show. Similar to the crowds at Tempo's other birthday parties in Curacao and Nevis, Bahamians were jumping, screaming and waving flags more »
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Tempo Turns 3 - Tessane Chin Performance


15th December 2008
Tessanne Chin, a Jamaican recording artist, performed “Messenger”. The song is currently being featured on Tempo’s Cross Caribbean Countdown, hosted by Jah Bami. Tessanne is on the Left more »
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Tempo Turns 3 - Puzzle Performance


15th December 2008
Puzzle, another Bahamian musician, had a performance which included a majestic Bahamian Flag waving in the background. “This is your King Man calling Empress” Puzzle is in the middle more »
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Tempo Turns 3 - Landlord Performance


15th December 2008
Landlord was the first Bahamian artist to get his video played on Tempo. He performed his smash hit "We Need Peace". "Tell me what is goin' on...We need peace/ We need love" says the song. more »
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Tempo Turns 3 - Sammi Starr Performance


15th December 2008
Moderated by Jamie Thomas, host of Rise & Shine, and Nikki D, host of Live & Direct, the concert got underway with a prayer. Bahamian artist, Sammi Starr, performed singing his version of “No Air”, originally by Jordin Sparks and Chris Brown,… more »
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Tempo Turns 3 - Junkanoo


15th December 2008
Out on the Beach, was a live Junkanoo performance, before the concert got underway. The group performing was the Valley Boys Junkanoo Group; they are also celebrating their 50th anniversary this year. Junkanoo is a Bahamian Festival similar to Carnival o… more »
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Tempo Turns 3 - Landlord


15th December 2008
Bahamian artist Landlord said that “Tempo provided a venue for my product to be brought to the people…it’s shown in 27 countries”. After getting his video on Tempo, Landlord said that his Bookings and Recognition by people went up greatly. This he says d… more »
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Tempo Turns 3 - Allison Hinds


14th December 2008
The Soca Queen of the world, Allison Hinds, hailing from the beautiful island of Barbados is featured posing for pictures after entering from the Red Carpet area. Hinds said that she “didn’t visit a lot of places” this trip, because she had to pre… more »
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Tempo Turns 3 - Peter Nygard


14th December 2008
Shown here are pictures of the entrance of Fashion Executive Peter Nygard who sponsored the event, along with his entourage. Nygard’s mansion, which is stil in the process of being built even after 20 years, was visited by the Tempo crew during their sta… more »
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Tempo Turns 3 - Lydia Patel


14th December 2008
Tempo VJ and host of the show Tempo News, Lydia Patel said “Tonight is the most memorable moment of my trip, Tempo Turns Three…What we’ve been waiting for”. She also said that she loves the Bahamas and had an amazing trip. more »
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Tempo Turns 3 - Bodine Johnson


14th December 2008
Bahamian artist Bodine Johnson, also known as, Be, is featured entering the scene on the Red Carpet with a beautiful smile. Johnson said that getting her music heard in the Bahamas was not hard because she has friends in media, but, she also real… more »
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Tempo Turns 3 - The Party Begins


14th December 2008
With the DJ playing the music of Buju Banton, Jah Cure, Sizzla and the great Bob Marley, the third party hosted in celebration of the 3rd anniversary of Tempo; the only TV station devoted solely to the promotion of the music, people and culture of the Ca… more »

Bahamas American Football Federation announces 2009 int'l team


02nd December 2008
On Sunday, November 30, the Bahamas American Football Federation (BAFF) announced the first 25 players chosen for Team Bahamas to fill the possible 75-player roster for the IFAF 2009 Junior World Championship Qualification Tournament games, beginning in… more »