The Caribbean Music Awards aired on BET network, marking a significant milestone for Caribbean music and culture. This was the third staging of the awards show, but the first time it aired on BET, expanding its reach to viewers across the United States and international locations. The broadcast represented a major step forward in bringing Caribbean music to mainstream audiences … [Read more...] about 2025 Caribbean Music Awards Unpacked
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Caribbean Riddims and Soul: The Journey of DJ GabSoul
When it comes to music and DJing, few artists manage to seamlessly blend cultural heritage with contemporary sounds while maintaining authentic connection to their roots. DJ GabSoul, known as "the eclectic selector," represents this rare breed of musical curator who brings together diverse sounds of the African diaspora while creating inclusive spaces that feel like … [Read more...] about Caribbean Riddims and Soul: The Journey of DJ GabSoul
The Power and Struggle of Caribbean Radio: WVIP 93.5FM & the Future of Caribbean Music
The sudden closure of the powerful independent radio station, WVIP 93.5 FM, has sparked critical discussions on the role of such platforms in cultural preservation and the discovery of new artists. These radio stations serve as essential avenues for emerging artists to introduce their craft to larger audiences, fostering the growth and evolution of Caribbean music. However, … [Read more...] about The Power and Struggle of Caribbean Radio: WVIP 93.5FM & the Future of Caribbean Music
Exploring Cultural Narratives Through Music: A Conversation with Dr. Danielle Brown
Dr. Danielle Brown, An ethnomusicologist and the founder of 'My People Tell Stories,' shed light on her passion for teaching and understanding her own culture, and how music forms a vital link between the people of the larger Caribbean region and their stories. The conversation kicked off with Dr. Brown discussing her journey into ethnomusicology, which began … [Read more...] about Exploring Cultural Narratives Through Music: A Conversation with Dr. Danielle Brown
Caribbean Awards Show
In recent years we have seen so many conversations about award shows. Every year there is excitement and conversation around the Grammys Reggae category (nominations and winners.) I compare to public outcry when non-Jamaican Reggae band Soja won compared to this year’s winner Kabaka Pyramid. The idea resurfaces about the Caribbean music industry having our own award shows. In … [Read more...] about Caribbean Awards Show