Miami, FL (PRWEB) December 15, 2012
The countdown to the 2012 World Music Awards has begun, and on December 22, 2012, World Music Awards will stage the biggest international Awards show in Miami, and raise money for Sandy victims in Haiti. The show is being labeled the Ultimate International Event of the Year and will be beamed to 180 countries reaching a billion viewers while bringing awareness to the beautiful island of Haiti and the difficulties it is facing after Storm Sandy and the Earthquake.
Never before has an award show been staged in such a huge venue, Marlins Park in Miami, FL, a state-of-the-art ballpark with a seating capacity of over 37,000. With its incredible retractable roof and breathtaking view overlooking the downtown Miami skyline, Marlins Park is the perfect setting for the only music award ceremony that recognizes world-class talent from every continent.
The World Music Awards are determined by the fans themselves, who vote and buy the records, not through an industry panel or jury. In just 8 days, the worlds best-selling, most popular artists from each and every continent will be honored at the most anticipated international music event of the year. Jennifer Lopez has already confirmed her support for the cause and will receive a special World Music Award and also enter into the Guinness World Records for having the Most Viewed Female Video of All Time, On the Dance Floor. Tony Bennett, the legendary Jazz Icon, will receive a Lifetime Achievement Award on the big night for his incredible record sales and outstanding contribution to music. He will perform one of his Latin duets with a surprise guest star. Gloria Estefan, the queen of Miami, will also be honored for her large impact to the music industry. Earth, Wind & Fire will receive a Legend Award for their exceptional influence to Soul & Funk. Also confirmed to perform live in Miami is five-time Grammy nominee, Miguel, Hip Hop sensation, Pusha T, the latest British R & B superstar Labrinth, Israel rock star, Asaf Avidan, African icon, Dbanj, Brazils number one act, Michel Telo, Italian pop idol, Tiziano Ferro, French rap star, Booba, Malaysian pop diva, Shila Amzah and Chinese superstar, Han Geng. Miami based N.E.R.D., who are big supporters of Haiti and the World Music Awards, as having performed in 2010, will be there in full-force on the big night. More artists will be released on a daily basis leading up to the show.
The World Music Awards has an incredible history, with past performers that include, Beyonc