2007 is set to be a huge year for Millicom Laos. We’re evolving the popular Tango brand and introducing a range of exciting new services. In order to do this, we are aligning with the worldwide Millicom Group. This allows us to provide an even greater range of international services and products literally the best the world has to offer. A change of this magnitude requires a groundbreaking brand campaign, which is why ‘Tigo’ is becoming the new face of Tango. Tigo is a leading brand in over 13 countries an international byword for the best in mobile services.

People will soon become familiar with the Tigo brand and its distinctive slogan “Open up your world”
However, it’s important to note that this is more than just a new name or new look - Millicom Laos has invested over 10 million dollars in technological advancements and coverage improvements for TIGO. This significant move is evidence of Tigo’s commitment to continue the tradition of wide spread availability, with easily obtainable services at reasonable prices the company’s three core principles.

In his statement, Mr. Fabien Levassor the General Manager of Millicom Lao says he is confident that “Tigo will revolutionise the entire communication industry in Laos” and goes on to “welcome everybody to enjoy the Tigo difference.”

“While Millicom Laos is extremely proud of Tango’s history in Laos, we believe that Tigo will further reward our existing clients and attract new ones. We’ll maintain the call quality, accessibility and exemplary customer service that got us where we are. But we’ll also be offering a whole lot more to help take Laos into the future”.

So be sure to look out in the coming months, as Tigo announces even more ways for consumers to open up their world. With exciting new developments and services, the future’s bright for Tigo and Laos.

4 Corners will be performing in Vientiane, Laos in South East Asia on the 6th and 7th April 2007.

Telecommunications Company Millicom Laos are re-branding their product to Tigo which is throughout Africa and South America. Their slogan for their re-branding campaign is "Open up Your World" hence employing the talents of 4 Corners to perform. While in Laos 4 Corners are planning to go into the studio with one of Laos top rap groups, L.O.G's.... more info

Also 4 Corners have just released their debut album The Foundations in Australia through Grindin' records which comes under the Central Station Records umbrella. They completed a mini Australian tour doing 8 performances over 9 days. It was 4 Corners first venture into Australian territory and they have had a positive response.

During their time in Australia they were also the guest speakers at some youth workshops in West Sydney working along MC Trey and DJ Nick Toth. Their highlight of their trip was filming for MTV's programme The Lair which also featured on the bill Princess Superstar and Something for Kate. The Lair was live to air in Australia but also broadcasted in NZ and the UK.

Australia's high profile hip hop DJ Nino Brown's Blazin' 2007 CD was also released in March in Australia with a limited edition DVD through Universal. The bonus DVD featured 4 Corners – On The Downlow video.

4 Corners have also completed their 5th video for the track Get Back Down featuring Tyra Hammond with the help of Director Sam Tozer and production company Brownstreet. This track has received great airplay so keep an eye out on TV for the brand new video.

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