Lion of Zion Signs With PGE for SONY/BMG Distribution
Nov. 14, 2004 - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
LION OF ZION ENTERTAINMENT SIGNS AGREEMENT WITH PGE DISTRIBUTION (TO BE FULFILLED AND DISTRIBUTED BY SONY/BMG RED AND FAITHWORKS).
First release under new deal is Christafari's Gravitational Dub
(Nashville, TN) November 12th, 2004 -- Gospel reggae and world music record label Lion of Zion Entertainment, Inc. recently signed an exclusive U.S. (CBA and general market) distribution deal with Point of Grace Entertainment Distribution, a company distributed by Faithworks in the CBA market and Sony/BMG Red in the general market. The new deal, which takes effect immediately, will include Lion of Zion Entertainment's catalog of Gospel reggae and world music titles. The first new release to be distributed by PGE will be Christafari's Gravitational Dub--Destination Dub Central Station, in stores January 11, 2005.
Commenting on this news, John van der Veen, music buyer for Family Christian Stores, the nation's largest chain of Christian book & music retailers, said:
"When I think about the power of music, I think about the impact it can have on both the individual and the masses. Such is the case with Christafari. Mark and his band mates have impacted my life in such a way to desire more of the things of Jesus. I also have witnessed the power of Mark's records changing the masses, to see the Light, to see the Truth. I am excited about the new relationship that Lion of Zion Entertainment now has with Point of Grace Entertainment. This new partnership is more than contracts and dotted lines, this is the family of God, linking arms to both speak to the church and the unchurched. Such will be the case for Christafari's new record, Gravitational Dub. I have lived with this record for some time now, and I must say I believe it is their finest work to date. Look out folks, reggae is taking over in '05!"
Started in 1999 by Christafari founder and vocalist Mark Mohr, Lion of Zion Entertainment is the largest provider of gospel reggae and world music on the planet. The label consistently introduces Christian music buyers to new musical cultures from around the world, including such genres as gospel dancehall, dub, soca, calypso, Jamoo, raggamuffin hip hop, African, and MeReggaeTM.
"We have a lot of respect for Mark Mohr and Lion of Zion Entertainment," said PGE Distribution’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Minister Earnest Jefferson. "Lion of Zion has enjoyed huge popularity at Christian and mainstream retail over the years, and we look forward to this long-term relationship. The expanded affiliation with Lion of Zion will strengthen an already strong and growing retail presence that PGE has within the CBA marketplace. Lion of Zion Entertainment now becomes our largest single supplier of music in PGE’s history!"
Releases from Lion of Zion Entertainment have included albums from artists such as Christafari, 'Imisi, Stitchie, Sherwin Gardner, Tiko&Gita, and Monty G. The label has also released a number of various artist compilations including Reggae Redemption Songs, Dancehall Baptism 1 & 2, Africa Anointed, Ragamuffin Hip Hop 1 & 2, To The King and Soca Baptism. Beyond the reggae/world music theme, each one of these artist releases and compilations share a unifying message of salvation in Christ alone.
We are extremely enthusiastic about this new deal with PGE," said Lion of Zion Entertainment President, Mark Mohr. "Having had some unfortunate distribution experiences in the past, we set out to work with a respected organization known for its integrity and consistency. I believe we have found this in Minister Jefferson and PGE. Their professionalism, marketing strategies and distribution channels coupled with our existing international distribution will help us continue to fulfill our mission of Reaching the World Through World Music."
Please visit the official websites at http://www.pgedist.com, http://www.LionofZion.com and http://www.Christafari.com.
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