Caribbean Tag

Caribbean entertainer Ricardo Drue has certainly stamped his name and the ID brand in the minds of the youth of Antigua. His recently concluded ID children’s event hosted at the Merryland Amusement Park on the island, has left a mark in the minds of many, proving that Drue is indeed one to watch when it comes to the business of soca and carnival.   The ‘Professional’ is carving his space in the industry. He says he’s bent on ensuring that even as his name solidifies, his business acumen allows himRead More

MILES DAVIS BAND PERCUSSIONIST MINO CINELU TAPS HIS MARTINIQUE HERITAGE FOR BASTILLE WEEKEND CONCERT SERIES IN NEW YORK Initial Le Monde de Mino performance to be held this Friday, July 15, at SuperFine, Brooklyn   NEW YORK, NY (July 13, 2016) – Melodic echoes of Martinique will take center stage in New York for Bastille Weekend 2016 as renowned percussionist, multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and composer Milo Cinelu debuts his new concert series entitled “Le Monde de Mino” (The World of Mino) at SuperFine Bar and Restaurant in Brooklyn. A former percussionistRead More

The Family Travel Association (FTA) and the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) have formally announced a partnership  to promote a travel agent educational programme for the Caribbean.  As part of the agreement, the CTO and CTO members who join the FTA will be eligible to work with the FTA and CTO in the development of educational material for travel agents. This includes webinars, editorial/content for trade partners, live events (conferences/trade show) participation, promotion on FamilyTravel.org and both the CTO and FTA newsletters. “Our research indicates that 93 per cent of AmericanRead More

Trinidadian production house WMG Lab Records composes the romantic soca gem “Rock With You” by soca songstress Joanna “Jo Jo” Hutton, now available worldwide from all major digital retailers, from FOX FUSE. Recently inking an exclusive digital distribution deal with FOX FUSE – the world’s largest music label for soca and chutney, WMG Lab Records’ catalog is now becoming available to the global audience, and “Rock With You” is one of its first releases through this new partnership. “I’ve been producing music for five years now and my style ofRead More

As part of Tropicalfete’s mission to develop the community in the areas of arts and social services, Tropicalfete once again will be presenting their annual Caribbean Cultural Showcase on Sunday June 26, 2016 at Complete Music Studio, 227 St Marks Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238. The audience will be taken on a cultural journey that includes various artistic disciplines – dance, theater, masquerade, steel pan music, stilting, visual art, music and ventriloquism. The forming cast includes the following. Dance/Theater Performance – Tropicalfete Body of Vibration Dance and Theater under the leadershipRead More

P.O.S. Trinidad (Sonique Solutions) – It is said that the mark of good MC is one who can deliver an impactful opening, introduce all featured speakers, keep an audience’s attention and maintain a steady flow of an event. Within the last year, Trinidadian Damian Sogren has been seamlessly doing these and creating unforgettable experiences as an entertainer but also as a creative brand advocate. After completing work surrounding his native island’s annual Carnival celebrations, the MC, actor, media professional and business presenter has been using his abilities to inform andRead More

Caribbean Gospel super-group Forward propels with three new Gospel gems – “Daddy,” “Jesus Save Me” and “Moving Forward,” all now available worldwide, from FOX FUSE. Inking an exclusive, worldwide digital distribution deal with FOX FUSE, Forward’s entire catalog will now become available to the international audience, starting with these three releases. Based in Trinidad and Tobago, Forward consists of 12 members. Formed by Russel Garner and Milio Providence, the Gospel duo played together for four years before deciding to expand the group. They envisioned a band with a collective ofRead More

P.O.S. Trinidad (Sonique Solutions) – Green House Entertainment which recently saw the debut of its ultra premium inclusive event ‘Finesse’ in La Vega, outdid themselves with their annual cooler fete experience ‘Cooler Park’ and attracted a huge crowd to this Central T&T party staple. What started off as a small house lime in a residential area in Couva years ago, later evolved into an all-out block party or ‘blocko’ and has now grown into one of the country’s full-fledged cooler-inclusive events. In its short history, ‘Cooler Park’ has grown exponentially fromRead More

Created to inspire ALL Caribbean nations that are united by their love of rhythmic vibes, this track has effortlessly earned its place amongst the upper echelon of hits for this season. Front man Julien Believe along with Fadda Fox, Ricardo Drue and Beenie Man present the new airwaves dominator, “Party Ambassadors”. Guaranteed to get you jumping, whining and celebrating, Party Ambassadors pays homage to the most celebrated festival in the Bahamas known as Junkanoo. A true Caribbean kaleidoscope of flavor and fun, Junkanoo is the music and very soul ofRead More

Welcome to JamRock Reggae Cruise 2016, announces plans and partial lineup for 3rd Annual Expedition The 5-Night, Jamaica-Bound, Musical Voyage Will Embark November 14, 2016 on Royal Caribbean Featuring Performances by Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley, Stephen “Ragga” Marley, Toots & The Maytals, Steel Pulse, Sean Paul, Tarrus Riley, Bounty Killer, Mavado, Mr. Vegas, Junior Reid, Collie Buddz, Chaka Demus & Pliers, Romain Virgo, J Boog and Kabaka Pyramid ” an incredibly special experience…a rare opportunity for fans outside of Jamaica to catch their favorite artists.”- MTV News “stellar performances, livelyRead More