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TAIO′S PROMO BOX

No.1 in the UK

31th August 2010

Taio has hit No.1 on the official UK singles chart with ‘Dynamite’.  Having held the No.1 spot on iTunes all week his place at the top was secured as the chart was announced on Sunday afternoon in the official chart rundown.  ‘Dynamite’ is Taio’s second UK number 1 and follows the singles’ huge success in the US too.  Thanks to everyone for making it a massive hit.

‘Dynamite’ is featured on Taio’s forthcoming album ‘The Rokstarr Collection’ featuring tracks from the 'Departure' and 'Rokstarr' albums -  Pre-order your copy from Amazon here. (released Sept 13th).
 

Taio Cruz joined Max for a special Live Lounge yesterday performing ‘Dynamite’ and a cover of Travie McCoy’s Billionanire’ on BBC 1Xtra.  If you missed it listen again to the Maida Vale session including interview and photos here.  Forward 1hr 39 mins into the show.
 

Taio live on MTV

26th August 2010

Taio tore up MTV this week and performed three tracks live in the studio, all of which can be viewed right now on the official MTV site by clicking here: http://www.mtv.co.uk/artists/taio-cruz/session/taio-cruz-0
 

Don't forget that you can also see Taio live and in the flesh with NDubz, Pendulum and Mark Ronson at the Albert Hall on September 24th by signing up to Orange Rock Corps here: http://www.orangerockcorps.co.uk/

Taio's in the 1Xtra Live Lounge at 1pm today then on the Scott Mills show on Radio 1 from 4pm.

Taio joins Nihal on the Radio 1 Review Show tonight (Tuesday 24th) from 9pm to review the latest releases.

Taio is No.1 on iTunes!

23th August 2010

Just 24 hours after it’s release on iTunes Taio has repeated his US success by climbing to the top of the chart on iTunes with new single ‘Dynamite’.  Find it on iTunes here  plus check out the wicked ‘Dynamite’ remixes from Stonebridge, Mixin’ Marc and Ralphi Rosario.

‘Dynamite’ is featured on Taio’s forthcoming ‘The Rokstarr Collection album.  - a collection of tracks from 'Departure' and 'Rokstarr' albums and tracks his success to a global artist. Pre-order your copy of the album from Amazon here

Following a No.1 smash on iTunes in the US, 'Dynamite' is now out in the UK.  Find it here

Taio has launched a new range of Tees in the official store. The Rok by Rokstarr tees and skinnies start at £20.  Head over to check out the apparel here

Ask Taio A Question

10th August 2010

Have you got a question you’ve always wanted to ask Taio?  Head over to Taio's Facebook and ask away!!  We’d like you comment with the most interesting questions you would like Taio to answer.  We’ll pick the 10 best/most interesting questions and put them to Taio on camera.  He’ll name check and answer the best ones and what’s more there’s a signed copy of Taio’s forthcoming UK album ‘The Rokstarr Collection’ for every question answered.

So start asking……

Closing date for all questions is Friday 20th August.
 

For the 2nd Time in a matter of months Taio Cruz tops the US iTunes single charts with Dynamite!  UK fans can download 'Dynamite' from Aug 22nd.  Pre-order from iTunes here.

Taio at the Albert Hall

4th August 2010

Taio wil be bringing his explosive live show to the Royal Albert Hall this September for the Orange RockCorps project. Taio will be sharing the stage alongside N-Dubz, Mark Ronson and Pendulum on September 24th. 

The unique event requires fans to volunteer for a wide range of community projects in exchange for their ticket. To find out more about RockCorps and to sign up to get your tickets, click here.

Become Taio's No1 Fan

21th July 2010

Now you’ve got the chance to share your love for Taio and earn some great rewards. Become Taio Cruz’s Number One Fan by sharing songs, inviting friends and adding the Taio Cruz tab to your Facebook profile. Start playing right now and become Taio Cruz's number 1 fan! Head over to Facebook now and add the app here

The clock is ticking for the release of Taio's explosve new single 'Dynamite' in the UK.  Digitally it will be released on Aug 22nd and 23rd on CD.

You can pre-order the single now from iTunes featuring the hot remixes by Mixin Marc, Stonebridge and Ralphi Rosario.  Click here.

Check out the explosive remixes of Dynamite from Arcade, Mixin Marc, Stonebridge and Ralphi Rosario. 

Dynamite hits the UK August 23rd.

 Dynamite remixes by TaioCruz

It's already setting the clubs alight in the UK and is a top 3 smash on iTunes in the US.  The video for 'Dynamite' is on it's way!  Check out a sneak peak of what's instore on MTV.com here

Dynamite is out in the UK August 23rd

If you missed it, sit back and take in Taio performing 'Break Your Heart' live at T4 On The Beach in Weston Super Mare at the weekend.  Plus watch Taio answers your T4 tweets.   Click here

Taio in Manchester

5th July 2010

 
Taio has been confirmed to perform at MEN Arena's Real Big 15th Birthday Bash on Thursday July 15th.
2010 sees the MEN Arena celebrate its 15th birthday and Real Radio Northwest is throwing one almighty party in honour and Taio will share a stage with the likes of Craig David, The Saturdays, Alesha Dixon and Beverley Knight to name but a few!
 
If you want to experience the event as a VIP you can book a six seater table for £300, which includes fast-track red carpet entry to the event, a complimentary Hard Rock Cafe cocktail, table-served party food, a souvenir VIP lanyard and waitress service.
 
To book tickets, click here.

For more info on the bash, click here.

Dynamite hits the UK!

5th July 2010

Taio will release explosive new single 'Dynamite' - the fourth from his 'Rokstarr' album in the UK on August 23rd.
 
The video for Dynamite will live up to it’s name. Shot in the US this week it will premiere on T4 on July 17th at 9.45am on Channel4.
 
The single will also feature hot new remixes from the heavyweights that are Stonebridge, Mixin Marc, Ralphi Rosario and True Tiger. Check back here soon for formats.

Taio on the Beach

5th July 2010

Taio will be appearing at T4 On The Beach this Sunday in Weston-super-Mare. Taio will be bringing what promises to be an explosive performance to the seaside at 4.15pm on the T4 Stage.
 
Tickets for the event are sadly no longer available but it's not all doom and gloom as T4 will be showing highlights of the day on Sunday July 18th.
 
If you're not going on Sunday, keep your eyes on Twitter throughout the day as Taio will be answering your questions on the #t4otb hashtag. Get your questions in and make them good!
 
For more info, click here

Taio on the Beach

5th July 2010

Taio will be appearing at T4 On The Beach this Sunday in Weston-super-Mare. Taio will be bringing what promises to be an explosive performance to the seaside at 4.15pm on the T4 Stage.
 
Tickets for the event are sadly no longer available but it's not all doom and gloom as T4 will be showing highlights of the day on Sunday July 18th.
 
If you're not going on Sunday, keep your eyes on Twitter throughout the day as Taio will be answering your questions on the #t4otb hashtag. Get your questions in and make them good!
 
For more info, click here