All posts by Armi
Colette Burnett, winner of the Food Network’s Throw Down with Bobby Flay, and recently crowned the 1st Place Winner “Best Wings in Brooklyn 2012,” after having taken the title in 2010 and 1st Place People’s Choice winner in 2011, has announced the opening of her second Super Wings NY location at 888 Utica Avenue, at the intersection of Church Avenue in the East Flatbush section of Brooklyn, New York. Colette who grew up in Chase Village, Trinidad, WI before moving to the United States spent a decade working as aRead More
FORT LAUDERDALE (March 15, 2012) – The City of Lauderdale Lakes recognized the student performers of Lauderdale Lakes Educational Complex with an Award of Appreciation for their cultural contributions to the community through the Rhythms of Africa : Music Around the World performance, which took place October 15, 2011 at the Parker Playhouse in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The award, presented during Black History month, by the city’s Mayor, Barrington Russell and Commissioners, highlighted the importance of diversity and cultural celebration. Mayor Russell, who attended the sold out performance in OctoberRead More
The normally laid back nature of Kim Sha Beach in Simpson Bay was fired up with the energy of regatta participants, tourists and local music fans that came out in their numbers to enjoy live performances from some of the Caribbean’s most electrifying performers. After being hyped up the night before by Antiguan Soca powerhouse Claudette Peters and the dynamic St. Maarten band Youth Waves, the massive audience filled both the general and VIP areas of the seaside venue in order to partake of a diverse musical buffet. Beres HammondRead More
Steel Pulse may have explored various styles of music since they started out in 1975, but when it comes to the message, the UK’s Grammy – Winning reggae band has remained close to their roots. The Group have continued their commitment to fighting injustice, educating the masses, and promoting positive messages through spiritually uplifting music. “We just can’t ignore the politics, because every life and soul that’s born on this earth is a political manoeuvre for someone, at some point”, Hinds explains. “From a spiritual aspect, it’s really an upliftmentRead More
Hollywood, FL – This year’s 4th Annual South Florida Dancehall & Reggae Music Awards Show is set to be the staple event of South Florida’s Memorial Weekend Festivities. Single Mothers of America, the crisis organization and power engine of the awards show announced this epic event to take place Saturday, May 26, 2012 at the Hollywood Central Performing Arts Theater located at 1770 Monroe Street, Hollywood, FL. This iconic ceremony has proven itself significant in the community; also fulfilling a void said by most Caribbean artist in the music industry.Read More
CARNIVAL IS RUM TIME “One thing I need inside ah de fete, Gimme ah bottle of rum. I love mi rum and mi rum it love me..” – Bottle of Rum, Machel Montano “I don’t know where all this vodka and whiskey and ting come from, Jamaica is rum country and Carnival time is definitely rum time!” said David, a serious Bacchanalist who is even more serious about his rum. Whether you’re jumping up inside a fete or chilling with friends, there is no denying that this is rum countryRead More
New York, NY – International soca pop star Kevin Lyttle debuts the video for his sizzling single, “Wine And Go Down,” which was released in November 2011. This is Lyttle’s first video from his highly-anticipated upcoming album, which is currently in production. Released on his very own Tarakon Records, “Wine And Go Down” exemplifies the artist’s versatility as he embraces the role of a deejay/rapper to fuse with his acclaimed signature vocal-style, forming this hybrid of island soca and pop club fusion. The singer/songwriter teams up with Richy Peña (talentedRead More