It really sucks that I'm posting this, but it's got to be done.
I got the word about this, and I felt it was only right that I would write up a press release so that I can stress how much I appreciate the effort made by everyone with the campaign I launched just over a month ago. I am genuinely thrilled by the effort made by supporters. Without you, it really wouldn't have been as successful as it was. After all, supporters submitted artwork and designed posters, created videos, and much more. But, most importantly, you spread the word to your friends, family and everyone you could. That's why we've got nearly 11,000 of you on Facebook alone, and many more on Twitter and scattered across the other places on the interweb.
I won't bring the mood or tone down, so I'm going to keep our spirits high and leave you with the press release just posted on the MTV for Dublin website. Yes, it's not the outcome we wanted, but we gave it a good attempt and made some noise, which is the main thing. Who knows, I may even try it again.
Seriously though, thank you all so much for your support- it really made a difference.
Felicitaciones, Madrid. Disfrutaréis los premios.
Love and respect,
Dave.
Press Release
Contact: MTV for Dublin Press
Email: [email protected]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
3 P.M GMT, March 16, 2010
MTV FOR DUBLIN confirms that Madrid, Spain, will be the host city for the MTV Europe Music Awards 2010
DUBLIN, IRELAND, MARCH 16, 2010:
MTV for Dublin, the official campaign launched in early 2010 with the aim to bring the MTV Europe Music Awards to Ireland, regretfully declares that the awards will not be hosted in Dublin, as Madrid, Spain, has been chosen as the host city for the event, taking place in November 2010.
Today, MTV Networks International (MTVNI) a division of Viacom Inc., announced that the annual awards are to take place in Madrid at the “Caja Magica” sports complex in the Spanish capital.
“It is a pity that the awards were not to be held in Dublin”, MTV for Dublin founder David O’Keeffe said earlier today after receiving the news. “I do, however, extend my sincere thanks to all the supporters, individuals and personnel who assisted in the success and popularity of our campaign. Within days, our Facebook group reached a significant number of people, and in addition to our comprehensive website and social networking presence, it was clear that the people of Dublin and Ireland were committed to welcoming the MTV Europe Music Awards, and for that I am truly grateful”.
MTV for Dublin did not exclude the notion of attempting to bid for the awards again, commented O’Keeffe. “Yes, we didn’t get the awards this year, but it most definitely doesn’t stop us trying to get it again. But, as I have encouraged throughout the campaign, I welcome feedback and opinion from all supporters. This is your campaign, so your voice matters.”
The MTV for Dublin team congratulate the citizens of Madrid on their success of receiving the MTV Europe Music Awards, and wish them luck with the show.
About MTV for Dublin
MTV for Dublin was launched in February 2010 by David O’Keeffe to promote Dublin City as a host for the 2010 MTV Europe Music Awards. Initially featuring as a group on Facebook, with a great deal of support and members, it sparked the creation of a detailed website, www.MTVforDublin.com. The campaign received strong support from press and media outlets in Ireland, mentioned on RTÉ 2fm, Spin 1038, Dublin’s 98 and DCUFM, in addition to articles on Ireland.com, Entertainment.ie, and reference by Heineken Music.
Related Links
www.MTVforDublin.com – Official Campaign Website
www.MTVforDublin/facebook - Official Facebook Campaign Group
www.davidokeeffe.com – Personal website of campaign Founder, David O’Keeffe
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