The Caribbean Girls Unite movement started out as a Meetup group and expanded into a blog and various social media outlets: which I discovered on Instagram some time ago (featured on Web Wednesday). I was ecstatic when I finally got to meet Des, the creator of Caribbean Girls Unite at the SBOC Conference a few weeks ago -- it was like hanging with an old friend. Her … [Read more...] about Caribbean Blogger Spotlight: Caribbean Girls Unite
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Triple the Focus November 2013 Issue featuring Gyptian
The November Issue of Triple the Focus features reggae singer Gyptian! The reggae crooner is back with his latest album Sex, Love, Reggae with features from Melanie Fiona, Bunji Garlin, Kes The Band and Angela Hunt. He talks to Triple the Focus about the album, collaborations and what to expect from him in the future. … [Read more...] about Triple the Focus November 2013 Issue featuring Gyptian
Callaloo: A Jazz Folktale Children’s Book
Just in time for the holidays! It might be a little early to be thinking about holiday gift giving, but this is a perfect gift for the little ones! Playwright and actress Marjuan Canady turned her play Callaloo: A Jazz Folktale into a children's book! I went to the play while it was here in NYC and it was an amazing story. It's a great way to pass down Caribbean culture to … [Read more...] about Callaloo: A Jazz Folktale Children’s Book
FOOD: Cucumber Salad
I'm starting a new series every Friday for Food or Fitness, where I'll share a recipe or fitness related item that I love. I've been making an effort to eat healthier and exercise more, with a few indulgences here and there, so I wanted to share here on S&V. Make no mistake, I'm not a nutritionist, health nut, or gym rat just looking to keep myself motivatde and share what … [Read more...] about FOOD: Cucumber Salad
New Video: Samantha J “Tight Skirt”
Young singer Samantha J has been garnering quite a bit of attention with her dancehall song "Tight Skirt" (the song has sample from Red Rat's well known dancehall hit "Tight Up Skirt"). The video reminds me of Britney Spears "One More Time" and has a bubbly vibe that sure to spread like wildfire. … [Read more...] about New Video: Samantha J “Tight Skirt”