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Port-of-Spain, Trinidad. January 23, 2015———-Ole time mas in Trinidad and Tobago is getting a facelift. The transformation began in 2014 and the evolution continues this year. A J’ouvert experience dubbed CLAY J’ouvert is responsible for the effort to synergize the old with the new, bringing what once was, to the fore again, in a beautiful way. CLAY J’ouvert is really a traditional mud mas band based in the Woodbrook area. This year, the team who brought the concept to life last year, is looking toward creating a more memorable experienceRead More

Port-of-Spain, Trinidad – While soca music and the young entertainers who push the genre seem to be the main focus when Trinidad and Tobago’s carnival comes around, it must not be forgotten that Calypso music is an integral part of the festival. And while the events that take place throughout the season in Trinidad receive most of the attention, sister isle Tobago also enjoys its fair share of Carnival excitement. D’ Entertainers Tent is one such place where the carnival merriment can be experienced. This year, the calypso showcase willRead More

Innovative and groundbreaking describes the upcoming release of the collaborative effort between International Soca Superstar, Machel Montano and the critically acclaimed director from the motion picture “God Loves The Fighter”, Damian Marcano. After the success of “Fog” and “Float” it was inevitable for them to team back up yet again. When the two got together they knew they wanted to do something different for “Happiest Man Alive”. The video concept begins with Montano crash landing to a place called Planet Mas. At first sight, the area seems quite barren, butRead More

Port-of-Spain, Trinidad – The word of God in all forms including music can uplift and provoke positive change. This is the firm belief of a Trinidad and Tobago based production outfit whose effort to deliver only the best, has seen them release a gospel riddim dubbed the Lamb of God riddim. In a world where trashy, sexually explicit innuendo is popular culture, Akeunde Pemberton and his team of music makers at Jahlight Records understand the uphill climb they face in ensuring that the masses ingest and enjoy the spiritually chargedRead More