Clearsound Production Services clarifies claims of withdrawal from STING 2024, citing unpaid fees and unsafe conditions. The company reaffirms its commitment to professionalism and wishes the iconic event future success.

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Kingston, Jamaica – Clearsound Production Services Group Limited addresses recent
claims made by promoter Isiah Laing concerning our purported withdrawal from the
STING 2024 event. This statement serves to provide transparency and clarification to all
stakeholders and the public. We believe it is important to respond to these allegations,
which may be deemed as “prima facie defamatory,” released in the public domain, even
though responding in this manner is against our Professional Standards.
Clearsound was contracted to deliver Audio and Visuals, Lighting, Power Generation,
Roofing System, and Pyrotechnics for STING 2024. The agreed mobilization amount of
JMD $8 million was to be paid by December 22, 2024. Despite assurances and word-of-
mouth promises, a total of only JMD $1 million was received from the Mr. Laing, which
was paid in three (3) parts on December 22nd and December 23, 2024. The remaining JMD
$7 million was promised by December 24, 2024, but has not been deposited into our
designated account.
We also received a photo of a purported RTGS transaction for JMD $6.5 million.
However, this amount remains outstanding, and we have gleaned information
suggesting that the JMD $6.5 million was never sent. It is important to note that this sum
of JMD $8 million does not constitute the total payment due for our services. Additional
payment would have become due at Sound Check on December 26, 2024.
Our decision to mobilize without the full agreed payment, extending leniency based on
our relationship with the promoter, contravenes our standard operating policies, as
referenced in the letter shared with Mr. Laing, which somehow found its way to several
media houses. Despite our efforts, including several days of documented conversations,
the lack of confirmed funds made it impossible to proceed with the event

Additionally, critical vendors, such as security personnel, fencing, lighting, and vending
facilities, were absent from the site, posing significant risks to our operations. As of
midday on December 26, 2024, Clearsound was the only provider present at the location.
Our equipment was set up, and we were poised to deliver an extraordinary event, despite
the chaotic circumstances of no parking lights, inadequate security, and other glaring
logistical challenges. It is regrettable that on the night of December 25, 2024, with our
equipment fully in place, the promoters abandoned the facility without arranging for
security. As a result, Clearsound had to secure our equipment at our own expense,
demonstrating our unwavering commitment to the event despite these significant
setbacks.
Despite the leniency extended, the promoter’s failure to remit the payment by December
24, 2024, constitutes a fundamental breach of contract. In light of these unresolved
financial issues and hazardous conditions, we issued a formal cease and desist order on
all operations related to STING 2024. Our decision was based on the necessity to ensure
the safety and security of our team and equipment, which remains our top priority. Even
so, the Operations Team had already completed 95% of the build. Our team and
equipment remained on location until we received communication of the cancellation
from the promoter. This demonstrates our unwavering commitment to support the
promoter, even at the last minute.
We deeply regret the postponement of STING 2024 and the impact it may have had on
the loyal patrons who eagerly anticipated this event. Our belief in the vision of STING
was unwavering, and we made every effort to support it until the very end. However,
we were left feeling abandoned, unsupported, thwarted, and deceived in our endeavors.
We recognize that STING has long been a cornerstone of the entertainment industry, a
vibrant launchpad for countless new and emerging artists. Its legacy is rich and storied,
and our commitment to preserving and enhancing that legacy remains strong. Despite
the challenges we faced, our dedication to this iconic event never wavered, and our hope
for its future success is undiminished.
We wish Mr. Laing and the future staging of STING every success. Clearsound
Production Services Group Limited remains dedicated to providing top-tier production
services and upholding the highest standards of professionalism.