JAM CRUISE NEWS ROOM

• ONLY 10 DAYS LEFT TO PRE-BOOK!

  Don't miss the chance to secure your place on board. Express Pre-book NOW!

  Why pre-book? Jam Cruise is awesome. It sells out every year. We haven't even announced where we're going or who is playing, and already nearly half the ship is spoken for! When you pre-book, you guarantee your spot in line. When we actually begin assigning cabins, you get to make your choice depending on your spot in line.

   

  EXPRESS PRE-BOOK HERE

   

  Already pre-booked?
  If you have already pre-booked for Jam Cruise 9, you will receive an email on May 5th, 2010 with your pre-book "token" number and complete instructions including your set time/date for cabin selection.
  
  As always, if you have any questions contact the Travel Department: jctravel@jamcruise.com.
  
  Pre-booking ends April 30th at 11:59pm!

• Jam Cruise 9 announces ship, dates, ports and lineup MAY 3rd!

  MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Key dates for Jam Cruise 9.

  We are PROUD to announce the following key dates for Jam Cruise 9:
  
  April 30  Pre-books end at 11:59pm
  May 3  JC9 website launched - announcement of SHIP, DATES, PORTS & LINEUP
  May 5  Pre-book tokens sent out
  May 10 - 27  Booking period for pre-books
  June 2  General public on-sale

• Spring Merch Sale

  25% off ALL ITEMS!

  It's time to stock up on your summer wardrobe. All merchandise must go so we can make room for Jam Cruise 9. Plus, we want everyone to be representing this festival season. We are offering 25% off ALL ITEMS until April 30th! The discount code is "spring10". Check out the online store HERE.

• Shappy Presents THE OFFICIAL JAM CRUISE PARTY at JazzFest!

  Sunday May 2 at the Howlin' Wolf: Tickets are available now at ticket web.

  How could we not return to New Orleans after such an INCREDIBLE time last year? Jam Cruise is headed back down to JazzFest to sponsor the Royal Family Ball again! This year, we're closing the 2nd weekend on Sunday May 2 at the Howlin' Wolf with a lineup not to be missed (which of course includes some of our FAVORITE artists): Soulive, Lettuce, George Porter Jr. & Runnin Pardners, Nigel Hall, Zigaboo's Funk Revue & Break Science.   CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS

• HeadCount Gives Positive Legacy Some Love

  Fans and artists on Jam Cruise 8 participated in an intercultural celebration in Jamaica and learned about reef protection in Grand Cayman - donating time, money, and resources.

  "Music just touches a place deep inside people that makes them feel really good," said Leaving a Positive Legacy's Ann Kenworthy. "And when they're feeling really good, they want to put that good energy back into the world." It seems natural, then, that organizers of some of the feel-goodiest events of the year - Jam Cruise and Caribbean Holidaze - would launch a nonprofit aimed at putting that good energy back into the communities they visit. Fans and artists on Jam Cruise 8 participated in an intercultural celebration in Jamaica and learned about reef protection in Grand Cayman - donating time, money, and resources.
  
  

  Read full article here

• First Pre-Book Deadline: April 1st Midnight!

  Pre-book for Jam Cruise 9 in 2011 before Midnight on April 1st for best choice of cabin!

  To ensure that you are placed in the highest category possible, get your pre-book in by midnight April 1st.

  Anyone who pre-books after April 1st will automatically be put in Cabin Selection Group 5. But don't worry, pre-booking doesn't end until late April. Please read the information below for further detail.
  
  Pre-book token redemption is based in order of the following criteria
  
  Cabin Selection Group 1: Jam Cruisers who have sailed ALL seven years (which includes either Jam Cruise 1 or 2), and who pre-book by April 1, 2010. You will be given the advantage to select your cabin based on the order your pre-book is received.
  
  Cabin Selection Group 2: Jam Cruisers who have sailed on at least three Jam Cruises, and who pre-book by April 1, 2010. You will be given the advantage to select your cabin based on the order your pre-book is received.
  
  Cabin Selection Group 3: Jam Cruisers who have sailed on at least one Jam Cruise, and who pre-book by April 1, 2010. You will be given the advantage to select your cabin based on the order your pre-book is received.
  
  Cabin Selection Group 4: Virgin Cruisers (those that have not sailed before) who pre-book prior to December 31, 2009.
  
  Cabin Selection Group 5: Virgin Cruisers (those that have not sailed before) who pre-book after December 31, 2009 and everyone who pre-books after April 1, 2010.
  
  As always, if you have any questions contact the Travel Department: jctravel@jamcruise.com

  Pre-book here

• Pre-book for Jam Cruise 9 in 2011

  Jam Cruise 9 is filling up fast with over 600 cabins pre-booked!

  THE HEAT IS ON!  If you haven't already reserved your spot, now is the time. We're bursting at the seams with excitement...trust us, you won't want to miss this! PRE-BOOK NOW before it's too late!  Get yourselves and your friends on board now by clicking here!

   

  By paying a $250 deposit, you will be HOLDING A CABIN on Jam Cruise 9 in 2011. Passengers who pre-book will have options for cabin selection prior to the opening on sale date for general reservations.

   

• The Return of Jam Cruise at the Royal Family Ball

  Sunday May 2 at the Howlin' Wolf: Tickets are available now at ticket web.

  How could we not return to New Orleans after such an INCREDIBLE time last year? Jam Cruise is headed back down to JazzFest to sponsor the Royal Family Ball again! This year, we're closing the 2nd weekend on Sunday May 2 at the Howlin' Wolf with a lineup not to be missed (which of course includes some of our FAVORITE artists): Soulive, Lettuce, George Porter Jr. & Runnin Pardners, Nigel Hall, & Zigaboo's Funk Revue.  CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS

• Leaving a Positive Legacy - Watch Segment 1 Here

  Each year, we try to impact communities in need when visiting different countries.

  Leaving a Positive Legacy is all about doing something positive for the communities that Jam Cruise visits and providing meaningful opportunities for passengers and artists to connect with people everywhere we go.

   

  Please take a few minutes to watch the LaPL video by clicking here, the first of many segments we have coming your way. The sounds of The Everyone Orchestra conducted by Matt Butler bring this piece to life; what you hear are the mind-blowing harmonics performed on the last day of Jam Cruise 8 as a benefit to all of the passengers who contributed to the carbon offset program. Thank you to everyone who participated in this very successful outreach program, especially James Ehrlich from Hippy Gourmet for creating this piece to share with the world!

   

• Cruise Tunes Shows Ready for Download!

  Our program was a HUGE success and the recordings sound GREAT

  We are so glad that most of the bands on board chose to participate in our Cruise Tunes program considering how STELLAR the performances were!
  
  If you bought a download code on the ship, GO HERE. When you redeem your code, you can upgrade to FLAC in the livedownloads.com shopping cart for an additional $2.50 per show.
  
  If you want to browse the available shows, GO HERE. Please note that certain sets were only available for sale on the cruise.

• Jam Cruise 8 Merch Headed to the Online Store!

  Look out for all remaining merch from on board!

  l remaining merch from on board Jam Cruise 8, including a limited amount of posters, will be restocked to our online store. There will be over 50 different items available beginning Thursday January 21 at 12:00pm. In the meantime, click here to buy merch from past cruises.

   

• iClips Presents: Jam Cruise 8!

  Live performances captured and streamed online!

  Our friends at iClips have captured the live performances and are ready to begin featuring the shows so we can relive the moments. OR if you didn't join us on Jam Cruise 8, you can see you missed and promise yourself you will be on board Jam Cruise 9.
  
  First up: Galactic & Maceo Parker. On deck: Lotus & Dark Star Orchestra.
  
  Keep checking www.iclips.net for the next videos!

• The best Jam Cruise to date

  We may say this year after year, but we MEAN it!

  All of us on board Jam Cruise 8 keep turning to eachother saying, "is it really possible that we are having the best time of our lives?" YES we say! A perfect lineup combined with the magical vibe of our passengers and the big ocean blue equals an experience beyond anyone's dreams. The Jam Room doesn't end until 6am. Each venue is rhymically resonating, the constant smiles and cheers echo in the halls. Jam Cruise is the pinnacle of live music events. Prebook now for Jam Cruise 9 in 2011. You'll never want to miss another one again.

• Scenes from JC8

  JCTV Photos are playing on the home page. And the MSC webcam shows the pool stage in all it's glory.
  We're still underway but we're having so much fun, we couldn't help but share it with everyone! Check out the slideshow on the home page of jamcruise.com to see photo updates as we sail!
  
  So what are you missing right now? Check out MSC's webcam of the pool stage for an almost live view.

• Jam Cruise 8 is SOLD OUT

  We are proud to announce that after 7 sold out cruises, Jam Cruise is 8 follows that lead!

  If you missed out, be sure to check in with the Cloud 9 travel office to see if some single spots and last minute holds become available. The phone number is 561-368-8922.

  And don't forget, you can pre-book for Jam Cruuse 9 in 2011 NOW!

  Click here to reserve you cabin

• The Triumphant Return of the Piano Concerts

  Time to tickle the ivories

  On Jam Cruise 7, one could be walking to dinner and find virtuosos like John Medeski or Zach Gill tickling the ivories of the grand piano in the lobby's atrium. This time, we want to tickle your fancy by announcing the proud performers. We introduce to you:
  
  Monday Jan 4 - Robert Walter & Karl Denson
  Tuesday Jan 5 - Joey Porter & Jans Ingber
  Wednesday Jan 6 - Nigel Hall
  Thursday Jan 7 - Josh Phillips
  

• Cruise Tunes Bands

  The response from the artists to partake in the Cruise Tunes program has been overwhelming.

  Along with our partners livedownloads.com, we are thrilled to announce the participants:

  STS9 • Galactic • Karl Denson's Tiny Universe • Maceo Parker • Dark Star Orchestra • Railroad Earth • Steve Kimock’s Crazy Engine • Lotus • Fantastic 4 • Toubab Krewe • Chapter 2 • Motet plays Talking Heads • Hot Buttered Rum • John Brown’s Body • Kyle Hollingsworth Band • Mike D's Go Go Jungle • The Mother Hips • Break Science • Dragon Smoke • Johnny Sketch & The Dirty Notes • Josh Phillips Trio • Everyone Orchestra • Brock Butler • Zach Deputy • Liza Oxnard

• Bingo Anyone?

  Back by popular demand!

  One of our most popular activities is back and we’re doubling up on the guest announcers. Both Jeff Coffin and Trombone Shorty will be calling the shots and making us laugh at the same time.

• I Now Pronounce You "Man and Wife"

  The Jam Cruise Wedding is BACK

  Well… if you were on Jam Cruise the year that Derek Trucks and Oteil Burbridge exchanged vows, it would have been Man and Man. Here at Jam Cruise, we’re open to whomever you want to love on.

  The Jam Cruise Wedding is open to anyone who wants to get married (unofficially) by the legendary George Porter, Jr.

• Ice Cream PLEASE!

  Back by popular demand, Ice Cream Man returns on Jam Cruise!

  Serving up free ice cream and a smile, look for the Ice Cream Man, doing his part to keep you cool and refreshed so you can keep on jammin!

• Pre-book for Jam Cruise 9 in 2011

  starting Tuesday, December 1 at 12:00pm ET

  On December 1st at 12:00pm ET, we will begin taking pre-book reservations for Jam Cruise 9. For just a single deposit of $250, you can hold your cabin for the musical adventure of 2011.
  
  Go HERE to pre-book for JC9 in 2011
  
  Please note that our procedures have changed a bit so read the pre-book page closely to ensure a smooth process for you!
  
  For Jam Cruise 8, we received over 900 pre-books so we suggest you take advantage of the opportunity early!

• Presenting: Zach Deputy

  You asked for him!

  Passion and enthusiasm are not only qualities we embrace in a musician. We honor and appreciate them when it comes to our passengers. You asked for him. Here he is: Zach Deputy will be joining us on Jam Cruise. Look out for him on the Solar Stage and around the ship throughout the week!
  
  Special thanks to Bear Creek!
  

• Workshops a'Plenty!

  This year we have some incredible workshops lined up for everyone. Here's a peak at what's in store for you all.

  Sax Syntax
  World-renowned legend of Funk Maceo Parker breaks down the Sax Syntax.  Join Jeff Coffin and Karl Denson as they talk about Maceo's influence on their playing style, participate in the Q&A, and relax as they meld into their own.
  Mon 3-4pm | Teatro Carlo Felice

  Pickin' Party w/Perspectives
  6-strings and banjos and mandos, oh my! Bring 'em if you've got 'em because this pickin' party with perspectives will quickly evolve into your participation.  Hosted by Railroad Earth and Hot Buttered Rum.  Don't forget to pack your axe for this interactive workshop.
  Weds 5-6pm | Zebra Bar

  Slide Workshop
  If you want to sit side-by-side and watch the guys glide on a slide guitar, then sit back, relax, and get all the facts. (With Robert Randolph, Luther Dickinson and Steve Kimock)
  Mon 1-1:45pm | Zebra Bar

  African Drumming Workshop
  We welcome you to join Toubab Krewe along with the Motet's Jans Ingber to explore drumming through African influences in this one-of-a-kind workshop.
  Weds 6-6:45pm | S32 Disco

• Holiday Merch Sale

  Everything is 25% off!

  Make the holiday shopping easier by purchasing Jam Cruise gear for your loved ones! We've ordered all the merch for Jam Cruise 8 and we need to clear the shelves from last year! From now until December 31, you will receive 25% off your entire purchase. Just enter the discount code dec2009 at check out.
  
  Happy shopping!

• Michael Weintrob's Portrait Series

  Take a moment to explore the exciting gallery!

  I's not easy to capture Jam Cruise in a photograph. Our resident photographer, Michael Weintrob, has mastered that challenge. He has been working with JamBase to beautifully feature his Jam Cruise portrait photographs. Enjoy!
  
  Go here to view the portrait series »
  

• The Return of Sweetwater Brewery

  We are proud to welcome back Sweetwater Brewery, our longstanding partner and Repeat Offender microbrew supplier! Look for their beer in a variety of flavors on JC8, including 420, Blue, Georgia Brown, and IPA - served at bats all throughout the ship. Sail away in style with a complimentary Sweetwater beer, only available on the pooldeck as the ship pulls away from port while supplies last. Cheers!

• Brews at Sea

  The excitement is growing

  The excitement is growing for Brews at Sea, where a great selection of microbrews will be available on tap! We are happy to have Starr Hill on board again, they always bring exciting things to the table with their generous support of giveaways and PLA cups. In addition to Sweetwater and Starr Hill we are thrilled to welcome Magic Hat and Shipyard who are sure to make Brews at Sea a favorite hotspot on the pool deck! Get your drink tickets and we'll see ya there!

• School Supplies Drive for Jamaica

  Won't you please tuck items into your suitcase?

  For many families in Jamaica, the cost of living is a daily struggle. Many are hard pressed to afford the basic necessities, much less luxuries such as school supplies. The Rural Retreat Community Training Center has specifically requested backpacks, notebooks, pens, pencils and calculators.
  
  Won't you please tuck some of these items into your suitcase? You can deposit your donations in Greening Headquarters on days 1 and 2. All passengers who bring donations will be entered into a drawing to win a special prize.

• The return of CRUISE TUNES

  Introducing our new partners, nugs.net's Livedownloads.com!

  After a successful year of bringing you live music from Jam Cruise 7, we are pleased to announce the return of Cruise Tunes. This time, we've partnered with a household name in this sorta thing.....nugs.net's Livedownloads.com! You will be able to purchase download cards on board and redeem at home. Even if you can't make the cruise, you will have the opportunity to purchase the shows after the event.
  
  Stay tuned for a complete list of artists participating in this exciting program!

• Welcome to the Jam Room

  I'm your host

  Welcome to the Jam Room, I'm Your Host...
  
  As you all know, the Jam Room is the gold mine of the cruise. For hours and hours, artists unwind and let their hunger for musical improv come alive. The one thing we noticed on Jam Cruise 7 is that the room didn't start cranking until late night!
  
  We want the jams to start earlier this time, so we've asked 5 artists to help kick things off. We are calling them "hosts." Their job is simply to invite a few of their friends to jam for a little while. The buzz will spread quickly and before we know it, the Jam Room will be ALIVE!
  
  Presenting the Jam Room Hosts:
  
  Sunday: Garrett Sayers
  Monday: Will Bernard
  Tuesday: Skerik
  Wednesday: Ivan Neville
  Thursday: Fuzz

• Leaving a Positive Legacy:

  Grand Cayman REEF Adventure and Benefit

  Leaving a Positive Legacy: Grand Cayman REEF Adventure and Benefit

  Support the Reef Environmental Education Foundation
  Snorkeling, Scuba Diving, Education and Music
  Featuring Hot Buttered Rum and Special Guests
  
  At the beginning of the REEF Adventure, all participants will be educated on how to become an official REEF surveyor and marine citizen scientist. Once they are educated on becoming a Level 1 REEF surveyor, they can conduct a REEF fish survey, or explore the underwater world at their leisure. The location for this special event will be the seaside Sunset House - a laid back resort owned and operated by scuba enthusiasts. Located just one mile from the cruise port, this underwater paradise is consistently praised as one of the best for shore entry points. To find out more about the Sunset House go here.
  
  Includes transportation, a buffet style Caribbean lunch, music and a charitable donation to REEF. Snorkel and scuba equipment rental will be available on site for a separate charge: $10 for snorkeling and $40 for scuba rental. Scuba divers must have their c-card with them. Passengers are welcome to bring their own equipment.
  
  Go HERE to purchase this package »

• Music Schedule Announced!

  This is what you've been waiting for!

  The waiting is over...it's time to start planning...get in shape....this is not for the faint of heart!

   

  Announcing the Jam Cruise 8 Music Schedule

   

  Keep in mind, this is just PART of the schedule. We haven't even placed the artist activities, workshops, autograph signings and MORE!

• Pre-book for Jam Cruise 9 in 2011

  On December 1 at 12:00pm ET, we will begin taking pre-book reservations for Jam Cruise 9.

  On December 1 at 12:00pm ET, we will begin taking pre-book reservations for Jam Cruise 9. For just a single deposit of $250, you can reserve your cabin for the musical adventure of 2011. For Jam Cruise 8, we received over 900 pre-books so we suggest you take advantage of the opportunity early!
  
  Please stay tuned for important pre-booking information and link.

• Sexual Chocolate Rises Again!

  Karl Denson brings the love on board - the reunion of a lifetime

  It all started in 1988, our beloved Karl Denson joined forces with Eddie Murphy as they performed during the legendary movie "Coming to America." The band Sexual Chocolate was born. Years later, Karl couldn't let such a good thing go down in history never to arise again. Therefore, KDTU delicately and professionally kept the dream alive with TWO renditions over the years, Sexual and Trexual Chocolate.
  
  The phenomenon reunites on Jam Cruise.

• Everyone Orchestra Supports Greening!

  Matt Butler and The Everyone Orchestra Get On Board to Support Greening!

  A special Everyone Orchestra show to celebrate the accomplishments of the Greening and Leaving a Positive Legacy Teams will take place on the last day of the cruise.  All passengers who offset their carbon for the trip will receive a free ticket to the show.  This is the only Everyone Orchestra performance on board and is only for passengers who offset their carbon.  Stay tuned for details about the lineup and how to participate in the next newsletter. One...two...three...four...Go Carbon Neutral!

• The Word to play pre-pre cruise party

  Make sure you are in Ft Lauderdale on New Years Day! Who said it was a "day of rest?"

  Whoever said New Years Day was a day of rest didn't get the memo that The Word is playing the pre-pre cruise show at the Culture Room in Ft. Lauderdale
  
  Tickets will go on sale for The Word Friday 10/30 at 12:00pm ET - we are offering a very limited amount of "cruiser" tickets at a special price of $25 that will be available on our ticketing site:

  The Word 1/1/2010 - Culture Room, Ft Lauderdale
  Doors at 8:00pm

  See you there!

• Keith Moseley joins Jam Cruise

  String Cheese Incident's delightful bass player is coming back on board!

  We are excited to let you know that Railroad Earth's Johnny Grubb will not be joining us on the cruise. But it's for GOOD reason! As it turns out, Johnny’s wife is expecting their next child just as the ship is scheduled to launch.

  Filling in is the fabulous Keith Moseley, SCI's beloved bass player.

   

• And the winner is.....

  And the Winner is... Ryan Montbleau Band!

  After an OVERWHELMING amount of votes for this contest, and an EXTREMELY close fight to the finish, we are pleased to announce that Ryan Montbleau Band has won the Vote to the Boat contest for Jam Cruise 8!

  Ryan Montbleau Band's tunes are a cross of roots/ragtime Americana with soul/70's R&B and a whole bunch in between. This is a tight unit of of top-flight hungry musicians built around a poet, and must be experienced to be understood.

  Along with Relix Magazine, we want to acknowledge the rest of the bands for their efforts, time and love that went into this contest. We appreciate all of you for supporting your favorite artist and voting for them to come on board Jam Cruise and perform. But we're not done yet...

  A BIG congrats to Josh Phillips Folk Festival for coming in a close 2nd. While we can't invite the whole band to come on board, we have extended an offer to Josh Phillips to join us on Jam Cruise 8 and show us what he's got.

• Brock Butler joins us on Jam Cruise

  Pool-side promises include Brock Bulter

  Lounging on the deck on the days at sea are filled with sunshine and dips in the refreshing pool. But what makes those afternoons even better? Pool-side sets by Brock Butler. These are promises we are making you... pool side promises of a little extra lovin' magic from all of us at Jam Cruise.

• Fewer than 25 cabins remain

  We are preparing to sell out - don't get left on shore!

  Each autumn, leaves fall from the trees in a delicate fashion. On the other hand, cabins are falling from inventory like CRAZY! Fewer than 25 cabins remain.
  We are preparing for a sell out so book your cabin today.

• Jam Cruise Funk'n Formal Night

  2nd Theme Night Announced

  The funk era is renowned for being everything from fun and wild to tacky and hilariously tragic. Get with it as the funkiest of funk blow through their horns to commemorate one of the best times in music and fashion. Dancing Queens and Sex Machines, bell-bottom jeans and Soul Train routines come alive for the Jam Cruise 8 Funk'n Formal. This is a night where you can bust out those things in your closets that you have been waiting to find just the right occasion for. Get out those platform shoes, 3-piece polyester suits, vintage prom dresses, Bar Mitzvah suits, and of course those bridesmaids and wedding dresses you never know what to do with!

• Turn Up the OHMphrey!

  Jam Cruise is proud to welcome OHMphrey - Umphrey's meets Megadeath!

  Jam Cruise is proud to welcome OHMphrey, the brainchild of three members of the Chicago-based Umphrey’s McGee (keyboardist Joel Cummins, guitarist Jake Cinninger and drummer Kris Myers) and OHM guitarist Chris Poland, a legendary player who’s perhaps best known for work with head banging pioneers Megadeth, and bassist Robertino Pagliari (a.k.a. “Pag”). We are thrilled to have this project on board that assimilates not only disparate musical genres but the individual playing styles of everyone involved.

• Jeff Coffin, All Aboard!

  We would like to welcome special guest Saxophonist/Composer, Jeff Coffin!

  We would also like to welcome special guest Saxophonist/Composer, Jeff Coffin! Coffin rejects all categories and labels other than "music" and "musician". As a member of Bela Fleck & the Flecktones since 1997 and now a member of Dave Matthews Band, Jeff reaches across and blurs musical boundries and styles with his playing and composing. On this year's Jam Cruise, look for the bald guy with the funny beard wielding a Canon 40D, and maybe even a saxophone, around his neck.

• Raffle to Support the Children

  Cloud 9 Adventures is proud to be working in conjunction with One World Adoption Services to raise money and awareness for special needs adoption in the U.S.

  Cloud 9 Adventures is proud to be working in conjunction with One World Adoption Services to raise money and awareness for special needs adoption in the U.S. Cloud 9 has donated a cabin to One World Adoption (a licensed non-for-profit child-placing agency in the State of Florida) for a raffle, where 100% of ticket sales will go towards special needs adoption. By purchasing a raffle ticket you are entering for a chance to win a complimentary large balcony cabin on Jam Cruise 8 for up to 4 people valued at over $6600. Secondary prize packages include Jam Cruise merchandise. Enter to win and support the cause!

• Vinyasa Yoga

  Stay centered on the high seas with Kate O'Donnell's Vinyasa yoga classes.

  Kate has spent the past ten years studying and teaching yoga- from India to Maui to her current location in Boston, MA, she has shared the inspiration of Vinyasa yoga with her students. In addition to being an Authorized teacher in the Ashtanga lineage, Kate has trained in therapeutic yoga techniques, making for a teaching combination that is both strong and safe. Recharge your body and mind with Kate’s guidance on Jam Cruise 8. www.kate.ashtangis.com

• Superheroes & Villains Theme Night

  Dust off your leotard and bust out your special powers for a night of caped crusaders & arch-enemies

  Dust off your leotard and bust out your special powers for a night of caped crusaders, arch-enemies, villainous masterminds, and those-who-can-not-be-named…because-we-haven’t-named-them-yet! Be the all-powerful superhero by day, or the notorious baddie that plots the night away. Spandex abound as we delve into the secret lives of our favorite superheroes and villains; be prepared for the classics, the cult classics, and, wait, is that the Jamburglar running off with Karl Denson’s mojo?

• Zappa Plays Zappa at Revolution Live - on sale now!

  The beats keep on going as we step off the ship on January 8th.

  Zappa Plays Zappa will perform at Revolution Live just hours after returning to shore. Tickets are on sale now! There are a limited number of available to our passengers at the special price of $25. Tickets for non-cruisers are $30.

  $25.00 for cruisers
  
  Cruisers, cick here to purchase tickets

  $30.00 for non-cruisers
  
  Non-Cruisers, cick here to purchase tickets

• Less than 50 cabins left!

  "It's just about the most perfect live music experience I've ever been a part of," - Ron Johnson, KDTU

  As the summer heats up, so does the pressure to book your cabin ! With less than 50 cabins left for Jam Cruise 8 in 2010, it's clear there's a buzz in the air about our incredible event. There's a reason we sell out every year. Fans who come on board never want to get back on shore. Book your cabin today.
  

• Jam Cruise Reunion in Colorado!

  Join Julie McCoy and many Jam Cruise musicians at Red Rocks Saturday, August 8!

  If you missed Julie McCoy at JazzFest this year, she will be recreating the "Where's Julie?" next weekend at the Mountainside Mardi Gras festival at Red Rocks on Saturday, August 8th. The lineup has Jam Cruise written all over it: George, Ivan, Johnny Sketch, Big Sam and MORE! Plus, Dr. John, one of the fathers of New Orleans funk, is headlining!
  
  We have been given an exclusive discount code for Jam Cruisers - 15% off the price of GA! Enter promo code "JAMCRUISE" when you purchase to take advantage of this offer.
  
  And when you find Julie McCoy at the show and answer one of the trivia questions she has up her sleeve, you will receive a FREE Jam Cruise DVD & Calendar.
  
  GO HERE to purchase tickets

• Ivan Neville Poker Tourney On Board

  Little did you know Ivan Neville leads a double life

  As much as he loves to play keys, his other favorite pastime is running the poker table. Upon his personal request, we are making him the host of our annual Texas Hold Em Tournament. Prepare to play against one of the best.

• Gypsyphonic Disko returns!

  Back by popular demand, Gypsyphonic Disko (a.k.a. Galactic sax man Ben Ellman) will marvel us!

  Back by popular demand, Gypsyphonic Disko (a.k.a. Galactic sax man Ben Ellman) will once again tap into that unruly East-West tradition to create a raucous, multi-culti dance party for the ages. Mashing up the horn blasts and relentless rhythms of Eastern Europe with the laid back beats of hip-hop and funk (along with some live sax squonking), he will take the Old World into a future where there are no borders.

• Additional Jam Cruise 8 Hotel Announced

  We have secured an additional block of rooms at a special rate for pre- and post-night stays at the Courtyard Fort Lauderdale Beach.

  Our hotel block at the Harbor Beach Marriott has sold out. We have secured an additional block of rooms at a special rate for Jam Cruise 8 passengers for pre- and post-night stays at the Courtyard Fort Lauderdale Beach.
  
  The Courtyard Fort Lauderdale Beach is nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway. It is also within walking distance to the spectacular boutiques, restaurants and nightlife found on Las Olas Boulevard and is only 6 miles away from the Hollywood/Fort Lauderdale International Airport and Port Everglades.
  
  We have acquired a SPECIAL JAM CRUISE RATE of $189 + tax based on double occupancy, which is good for the nights before and after the cruise. Whether you are coming in early for the pre-cruise show, or planning to stick around town for the weekend before heading back home - be close to it all at the Courtyard Fort Lauderdale Beach. 
  
  For reservations please call (954) 524-8733 Please mention reservation code: JAMC when booking over the phone. When booking online please enter the following discount code for the appropriate room type you will be booking.
  Enter: jamjamb - for a room with 2 queen beds
  Enter: jamjame - for a room with 1 King bed and 1 pullout couch
  
  Make your travel plans early to ensure you don't miss the boat on these special Jam Cruise 8 room rates!
  

• Vote to the Boat polls are open!

  The voting has begun for your favorite band to come join us on Jam Cruise 8

  Here are the 10 candidates:

  The Candidates are: Big Gigantic, Dubconscious, Flowmotion, Josh Phillips Folk Festival, Nate Wilson Group, Ryan Montbleau Band, The Heavy Pets, The Macpodz, Trampled by Turtles, or Underground Orchestra.

  Visit www.jamcruise.com/vote to place your ballot!

• Vote to the Boat bands chosen!

  10 bands, thousands of fans will vote...who will join us on Jam Cruise 8?

  Cloud 9 Adventures and Relix are bringing back Vote to the Boat, a contest we introduced on Jam Cruise 6 that was more popular than imaginable. Here's how it works: we choose 10 bands who are competing to win the chance to perform on Jam Cruise 8. Visit jamcruise.com/vote from July 15-September 15 and cast your vote for the band you most want to see. Choose wisely, you only get one vote so make it count!

  The Candidates are: Big Gigantic, Dubconscious, Flowmotion, Josh Phillips Folk Festival, Nate Wilson Group, Ryan Montbleau Band, The Heavy Pets, The Macpodz, Trampled by Turtles, or Underground Orchestra.

• Less than 100 cabins left!

  Don't delay in booking your cabin, we don't have many left

  Wow! The public onsale started three weeks ago, and you all swam like hungry fishies to reserve your cabins! Now we have less than 100 left and we'll be sold out sooner than ever.
  
  BOOK YOUR CABIN TODAY

• Vote to the Boat!

  We'll choose 10 popular bands in the scene, you vote for which one gets to come play on Jam Cruise!

  Jam Cruise and Relix are bringing back Vote to the Boat, a contest we introduced on Jam Cruise 6 that was more popular than imaginable. Here's how it works: we choose 10 bands who are competing to win the chance to perform on Jam Cruise 8. We will provide you with a link that has an online form for you to fill out. It will automatically generate your vote (you can only vote once). All details announced soon!

• Jam Cruise Pre-party with STS9!

  STS9 will throw down their infectious beats at our annual Jam Cruise Pre-cruise Party on January 2nd, 2010 at Revolution Live in Ft Lauderdale.
  
  

  STS9 will throw down their infectious beats at our annual Jam Cruise Pre-cruise Party on January 2nd, 2010 at Revolution Live in Ft Lauderdale. Get your tickets now!
  

  Purchase tickets

   

  $21.50 for cruisers

  Cruisers, cick here to purchase tickets
  

  $28.50 for non-cruisers

  Non-Cruisers, cick here to purchase tickets
  
  We will check ticket sales against the passenger manifests at show time, so please be honest and don't risk losing your ticket!
  
  Whether you plan on attending this show, any others that night or post-cruise shows, there will be plenty for all of you to do so make your plans accordingly!

  
  

• The Jam Cruise Hotel

  Bookend your voyage at the amazing Harbor Beach Marriott Resort & Spa at an unbelievably low rate!
  

  The Harbor Beach Marriott Resort & Spa 

  SPECIAL JAM CRUISE RATE: $189 + tax based on double occupancy
  Click the links below to take advantage of this amazing rate. (The standard rate for these rooms is $499/Night!)
  
  Click here to book your pre-cruise stay
  
  Click here to book your post-cruise stay
  
  

  Beachfront hotel with luxurious first-class accommodations!
  Amenities include Beach Cabanas, Fire Pits on the Oceanfront Terrace, Oceanfront Restaurant, Business Center/Services, Concierge Desk, Outdoor Heated Pools, Full Service Luxury Spa Amenities, Room Service, Water Sports, Valet Service, Tennis Nearby (Outdoor), Snorkeling Lessons, Wake-up Service Available, High Speed Internet Access in Business Center (Charge), Golf Course Nearby, Valet Service, Pay Parking Facilities, Complimentary Fitness Facility, Starbucks Coffee, Gift Shop, Luggage Storage, Safe Deposit Boxes, Covered Parking Facilities, 24-Hour Front Desk, Basketball Court
  
  

  Conveniently located just moments away from the port,
  you will love this hotel on the beach! GOOGLE MAP IT

• Cabins on sale June 4

  The public on-sale for Jam Cruise 8 is Thursday June 4 at 12:00pm ET

  One of the great aspects of the MSC Poesia is the multiple balcony cabins. Imagine waking up with a cup of coffee on your balcony, watching the waves crash as we calmly sail through the ocean. Then, prepare for your day, which will be filled with sun, friends, music, activities and tons more. The public on-sale for Jam Cruise 8 begins on Thursday, June 4 at 12:00pm ET.
  
  Jam Cruise sells out every year, so start planning ahead. After all the pre-books are processed, we might have 10 cabins available, we might have 100....we just want YOU to be ready to press go as soon as possible. Visit our book a cabin page to learn more about the process.

• Artist Lineup Announced!

  A great deal of thought goes into the roster of artists that comprise Jam Cruise. After all, these are not just mere performers, but members of our extended family

  We are honored to present the Jam Cruise 8 line-up:
  
  STS9 • The Word feat. John Medeski, North Mississippi Allstars & Robert Randolph • Zappa plays Zappa • Galactic • Karl Denson's Tiny Universe • Maceo Parker • Dark Star Orchestra • JJ Grey & Mofro • Railroad Earth • Steve Kimock's Crazy Engine • Lotus • Fantastic 4 feat. Robert Walter, Adam Deitch, Eric Krasno & Cheme Gastelum • Toubab Krewe • Eric Krasno & Chapter 2 • The Motet plays the Talking Heads • Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue • Hot Buttered Rum • John Brown's Body • Kyle Hollingsworth Band • Mike Dillon's Go Go Jungle • The Mother Hips • Break Science feat. Adam Deitch • Dragon Smoke feat. Robert Mercurio, Ivan Neville, Stanton Moore & Eric Lindell • Johnny Sketch & The Dirty Notes • George Porter Jr's Super Jam • DJ Logic • Pretty Lights • Special Guests: Col. Bruce Hampton • Skerik • Will Bernard

• Tokens for Pre-booked Cabins Sent Out!

  All people who pre-booked should have received an email with their Cloud 9 ID, Password, and Token along with the day/time that the token goes live. Your token is a unique code that will enable you to access the booking pages at your booking time.

  All people who pre-booked should have received an email with their Cloud 9 ID, Password, and Token along with the day/time that the token goes live. A "token" is simply the unique code that you will use to access the booking pages. The token will go live at a specific time based on the priority of your pre-book; this is the only way to access the booking pages to choose any of the available inventory prior to the general on sale. If you have pre-booked multiple times, you will receive one token for each pre-book, as each cabin must be booked seperately. Only one cabin can be booked per token and tokens are non-transferable. Any reservation placed where the "Lead Passenger" (the person that placed the reservation) is not the token holder will be cancelled. All people who pre-booked will have the opportunity to book their cabin prior to the general on sale on June 4. If you have any questions, our travel department is available to assist you. Visit our contact page to reach us!

• JC8 sails January 3-8, 2010

  On board the MSC Poesia, Jam Cruise will visit the tranquil ports of Ocho Rios, Jamaica and George Town, Cayman Islands

  Jam Cruise 8 will set sail January 3-8, 2010 on board the beautiful MSC Poesia. Departing Port Everglades in Ft Lauderdale, we will visit the tropical ports of Ocho Rios, Jamaica and George Town, Cayman Islands for 5 glorious days and nights. Once you set foot on the Poesia, the sister ship to the Orchestra of Jam Cruise 7, it’s meaning becomes apparent. Poesia means poetry; much like that which fills our ears and our souls from the stages, the simple elegance of this beautiful ship is the perfect floating oasis. While in Jamaica, zipline through the jungle or hike to Dunn's River Falls. The Caymans are known for crystal blue waters, ideal for snorkeling and scuba diving.