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The Jameson® Comedy Tour Hits the Road
Annual Tour Kicks off in Las Vegas and will travel to 20 U.S. Markets
PURCHASE, NY, September 19, 2007 – Jameson Irish Whiskey takes the second annual Jameson Comedy Tour, a nationwide tour of some of today’s freshest comics, on the road from September, 2007 through March, 2008. The tour kicked off in Las Vegas on September 4 and is scheduled to stop in 20 U.S. cities from Seattle and Denver to Tampa, Minneapolis and Washington DC, with the final stop in New York City on March 23, 2008. To help the local communities, Jameson is donating a portion of the proceeds from the tour to local charities along the route.
"Jameson Irish Whiskey comes from one of the greatest story-telling cities in the world – Dublin, Ireland," said Wayne Hartunian, Brand Director for Jameson, Pernod Ricard USA. "It is only natural that Jameson is supporting comics, laughter and having a good time with friends."
Headliners of the tour include; Steve Byrne – Steve was born in New Jersey. He has been seen on “Good Morning America,” “Jimmy Kimmel Live” and “The Carson Daily Show.” Billy Gardell – Billy learned early that a strong sense of humor would be a convenient weapon, and he’s not afraid to use it. He has made several television appearances on shows such as “Yes Dear,” “The Practice,” Lucky” and in the films “Avenging Angelo,” “Room 6” and “You Me and Dupree.” Nick Griffin – Nick’s observations of life and relationships have his audiences screaming with laughter. He has been seen on Comedy Central, “The Late Show with David Letterman” and “The Craig Kilborn Show.” Danny Bevins – Danny’s goal is to leave his audience physically and emotionally exhausted from laughter. He has been seen on Comedy Central, The San Francisco Comedy Competition and The HBO US Comedy Arts Festival.
About Jameson Irish Whiskey
Jameson Irish Whiskey is the world’s number one Irish Whiskey, with seven consecutive years of double digit growth in the United States. Jameson has become synonymous with Irish Whiskey and represents more than 60% share of the category. Made with the finest ingredients, it has been produced in Ireland according to the highest standards since 1780.
About Pernod Ricard USA
Pernod Ricard USA, based in Purchase, N.Y., is a leading producer, importer and marketer of prized spirits and wine brands in the United States and is one of the fastest growing subsidiaries of the world’s #2 spirits company and #4 wine company, Paris, France-based Pernod Ricard, S.A. The completion of Pernod Ricard’s acquisition of Allied Domecq in 2005 vaulted Pernod Ricard USA to the forefront of the U.S. spirits market, doubling the company’s sales value and market share. The company is now the third largest in the U.S. spirits industry by sales value and the fifth largest by sales volume in the U.S.
Pernod Ricard USA's leading brands include Kahlúa® Liqueur, Chivas Regal® Scotch Whisky, Seagram's Extra Dry Gin®, Malibu® flavored Rum, Stolichnaya® Vodkas, Jameson® Irish Whiskey, The Glenlivet® Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Wild Turkey® Bourbon, Beefeater® Gin, Hiram Walker™ Liqueurs and Martell™ Cognac, as well as Jacob's Creek® and Brancott Estate® wines, Perrier Jouët® Champagne, Mumm® Champagne and Mumm Napa™ wines, and Pernod® and Ricard® Liquors. Pernod Ricard USA urges all adults to accept responsibility when considering consuming alcoholic beverages. For more information, please visit: www.AcceptResponsibility.org/.
The Jameson Comedy Tour is produced by AEG Live and Levity Productions.
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