KAABOO CAYMAN MUSIC AND COMEDY FESTIVAL DEBUTS ON FEBRUARY 15 +16, 2019 WITH LINEUP TO INCLUDE THE CHAINSMOKERS, DURAN DURAN, BLONDIE AND MANY MORE

ZEDD, JASON DERULO, BRYAN ADAMS, COUNTING CROWS, FLO RIDA, AND MORE TO PERFORM  

PASSES ON SALE NOW 

Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands (May 18, 2018) - KAABOO is proud to announce the 2019 lineup for its newest destination event, a multi-sensory experience in the Cayman Islands. KAABOO Cayman, set to take place February 15 + 16, 2019, welcomes internationally renowned EDM-pop duo The Chainsmokers andBritish new wave idols Duran Duran as headliners for its inaugural event overlooking the Caribbean Sea.

Russian-German producer and DJ ZEDD, Pop-RnB platinum-selling artist Jason Derulo, Canadian super-star Bryan Adams and American rock band Counting Crows, join a multi-generational lineup including Flo Rida, Blondie, +Live+, Maren Morris, Sean Paul, Shaggy, Salt-N-Pepa ft. DJ Spinderella, Blues Traveller, Los Lobos, and many more. Comic canons Wanda Sykes, David Spade, Jenny Slate, Darrell Hammond and more will headline KAABOO's HUMOR ME stage. A confirmed listing of KAABOO Cayman's music and comedy line-up is below.

“We are thrilled to reveal our inaugural line-up for KAABOO Cayman,” says KAABOO's Chief Brand Officer, Jason Felts. “This signature line-up of multi-generational artists was thoughtfully curated to include a little something for everyone. As we extend our brand to paradise, KAABOO Cayman promises a weekend experience designed for the enjoyment of both locals and tourists alike.”

Set on the shores of the world famous Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman, KAABOO Cayman will take place amidst a tropical climate where guests will enjoy a backdrop of crystal blue water and white sand beaches for an upscale, island getaway. With direct flights from London, KAABOO Cayman mirrors its San Diego counterpart, KAABOO Del Mar, in its plans to deliver an oasis providing the full spectrum of entertainment, aesthetics, and relaxation, imbibing the “Five Senses Under the Sun” brand motto.

“We are excited to welcome KAABOO to the Cayman Islands for its first international festival for both locals and visitors to enjoy,” said Hon. Moses Kirkconnell, Minister of Tourism for the Cayman Islands. “The Cayman Islands' ease of accessibility to and from the U.S., coupled with our elite infrastructure and plenty of desirable lodging and culinary options, offers KAABOO the ideal destination for a unique Caribbean experience.”

In addition to bucket list multi-generational music headliners and comedians, all guests can expect mouth watering culinary delicacies at PALATE; stunning live murals and exhibits in ARTWORK; massages, hot shaves, and spa services in INDULGENCES; and beach vibes and ocean access at the BASK Day/Night Club adjacent to Seven Mile Beach (18+).

A limited number of advance passes are on sale at https://www.kaaboocayman.com.

THATCH (General Admission) passes are currently £225 ($300 US dollars), while SILVER THATCH (VIP) passes are currently at £750 ($1062.50 US dollars). Additional VIP packages including ROYAL PALM £2540 ($3425 US dollars) are also available. Prices will increase once this allotment of advance price passes are sold out. At KAABOO, all guests receive a multi-faceted experience with access to: the indoor and seated HUMOR ME comedy club; an on-site Contemporary Art exhibit in the ARTWORK area plus large scale outdoor murals and installations on display; PALATE gourmet food and craft libation offerings; the relaxation oasis at INDULGENCES; and the BASK Beach Club. SILVER THATCH (VIP) passes include additional access to AMPLIFY zones which provide premier stage viewing areas, access to the Thursday Night AMPLIFY-only preview party, and more.

KAABOO Cayman Full Line-up:

The Chainsmokers

Duran Duran

Zedd

Jason Derulo

Bryan Adams

Counting Crows

Flo Rida

Blondie

+Live+

Maren Morris

Sean Paul

Shaggy

Salt-N-Pepa ft DJ Spinderella

Blues Traveller

Los Lobos

Magic!

The English Beat

Margo Price

Maxi Priest

Romain Virgo

Hirie

Transviolet

Stealing Oceans

COMEDY

Wanda Sykes

David Spade

Jenny Slate

Darrell Hammond

Natasha Leggero

Tom Green

Alonzo Bodden

ENDS

About KAABOO

KAABOO has shifted the festival paradigm and carved out its name among international and destination

events as a lifestyle and live entertainment brand. At KAABOO, all guests receive an immersive, multifaceted and hospitality-driven experience that engages all five-senses. At KAABOO multi-day annual events, guests enjoy a world-class music and HUMOR ME comedy lineup; an on-site Contemporary Art Fair in ARTWORK, plus a display of outdoor murals and installations; PALATE gourmet food and craft libations tastings; a Las Vegas-style day club called BASK, plus spa and relaxation services at INDULGENCES. KAABOO Del Mar, KAABOO's flagship event, is conveniently located at the Del Mar Racetrack and is celebrated as San Diego, CA's largest multi-day major music and entertainment festival. Slated this year for September 14-16, 2018, KAABOO Del Mar was recently nominated for Pollstar Magazine's “2017 Music Festival of the Year” in only its third year. For more information, or to purchase tickets, visit https://www.kaaboodelmar.com/ .

KAABOO is proud to expand its brand in 2019 with two brand new events. On February 15 + 16, 2019,

KAABOO Cayman will host its inaugural event with all of the same elements that have made KAABOO Del Mar an international success. Overlooking the world famous Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman, KAABOO Cayman hosts KAABOO's elevated live entertainment lifestyle brand in paradise. For more information, visit https://www.kaaboocayman.com/ .

KAABOO will also celebrate the launch of KAABOO Texas on May 3-5, 2019. The event, in partnership with the Jerry Jones family, will be held at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX. Featuring all of the same elements that have made KAABOO Del Mar an international success, with the amenities and high energy found at the home of the world-famous NFL Dallas Cowboys, KAABOO Texas will bring KAABOO's elevated live entertainment lifestyle brand to the Lone Star State. For more information, visit  www.kaabootexas.com .

For KAABOO brand media inquiries, contact Crissa Requate (crissa@masonjarmedia.com ) or Shelly Reed (shelly@masonjarmedia.com) at Mason Jar Media. For radio enquiries, contact Lisa Pohl (lisa@masonjarmedia.com).

For Cayman Islands queries please contact Rose Tighe at the Cayman Islands Department of Tourism London office - rtighe@caymanislands.ky