Usually, after having a successful Trinidad & Tobago carnival season, an artist is assured of 2 things; 1.) They will get bookings for carnivals around the world throughout the rest of the year, and 2.) They will start the following season booked out. However, for the Ultimate Rejects, the later has not been the case. After exploding on the scene with the mega-hit “Full … [Read more...] about Ultimately Rejected: Where’s the love for Ultimate Rejects this Carnival Season
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Vibes of the Week: Shenseea, Amara la Negra, Konshens & More
Vibes right now! Every week, we highlight the latest music from all the genres you enjoy. From Dancehall to Afro-beats and everything in between to get your weekend started right. Here’s the latest round up: Vibes: Reggae // Walshy Fire meets up and coming Jamaican artist Di Ruption inna mixtape style for the new ReggaeVival mixtape series … [Read more...] about Vibes of the Week: Shenseea, Amara la Negra, Konshens & More
Style & Vibes’ Top 10 Soca Moments
It was a great year for Soca, not just because we say so. Soca’s firm stake in the ground may be rooted in carnival, but its global reach can be attributed to the hard work that many artists, djs and fans who love soca. So many great moments this year, but we’ve managed to narrow it down to our top 10! 1. Fay-Ann makes it to the Billboard charts and Trinidadians are … [Read more...] about Style & Vibes’ Top 10 Soca Moments
New Album: Angela Hunte’s R.A.W.
Angela Hunte releases her first official solo album entitle R.A.W. the writer/songstress has officially stepped out from behind the pen to give us her all, and we are so here for it! We saw her perform at an intimate concert last year where she was so proud that her album was finally underway so we're excited. R.A.W. is the singers reggae ode to love with a unique … [Read more...] about New Album: Angela Hunte’s R.A.W.
New Album: Bunji Garlin – Turn Up
Photo by Oluwaseye Bunji Garlin is back with a new album, Turn Up. The Viking of Soca released his latest while touring along with fellow Soca bredren Machel Montano as they continue their "Buss Head" tour. Bunji did a surprise performance at the Apple Store in Williamsburg, Brooklyn to announce the album during New York Carnival weekend. The album includes his latest hits … [Read more...] about New Album: Bunji Garlin – Turn Up