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Competitions Benefit From Increased Carnival Budget
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arnival was given one of its biggest budget allocations in the history of the festival in 2013. Though the returns of this high investment may not be directly visible to most people at this juncture, the winners of several competitions held throughout the season can have something to look forward to. Trinidad and Tobago Carnival is replete with competitive events. The winners of these events become more marketable as a result of this and can turn their successes into new branding opportunities. This year, most competitors also benefitted from increased prize money thanks mostly to government investment. Roughly eight million dollars in prizes were up for grabs in the Digicel International Groovy Soca and Play Whe International Power Soca Monarch competitions. The Calypso Monarch won one million dollars. However, those were just two of the more well known events at Carnival. There were several other National competitions worth mentioning this year. With that said, here is a list of some of Carnival 2013 winners.
Power Soca Monarch Machel Montano and Austin ‘Super Blue’ Lyons Groovy Soca Monarch -Machel Montano TUCO Calypso King - Eric ‘Pink Panther’ Taylor TUCO Junior Calypso Monarch - Marq Pierre Extempo Monarch - Leslie Ann ‘Lady Africa’ Bristow Social Commentary Monarch - Roderick ‘Mr Chucky’ Gordon Political Commentary Monarch - Kurt ‘The Last Badjohn’ Allen Chutney Soca Monarch Raymond Ramnarine National Panorama Champions - Phase II Pan Groove National Junior Panorama - Success Stars Pan Sounds Red Cross Children’s Queen - Mackenzie Penco portraying ‘Moon Glow’ Red Cross Children’s King - Armando Sham Poo portraying ‘Come Fly with me’ Primary Schools Panorama - St Margaret’s Anglican Steel Orchestra South Calypso Monarch Rondell Donawa
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South King of the Band - Leroy Prieto portraying ‘King Chakra’ South Queen of the Band - Zoharia Maharaj portraying ‘Drinks Galore’ Tobago Calypso Monarch - Alex Gift National School Chutney Champion - Aaron Duncan and Nirmala Ramdass Singh National Secondary School Chutney Monarch Arindel Seeraj National Stick Fighting Champion - O’Neil Odele South Junior Calypso Mon-
arch - Jerod Michael Griffith National Queen of Carnival - Cherrise Bovell portraying ‘Joy of Paradise’ National Kings of Carnival - Gerard Weekes portraying ‘Ai To Yujo No Yorokobi’ and Ted Eustace portraying ‘Moko in Flames’ Carnival Band of the Year (Large) - Joy - The Finale - Brian Mac Farlane Carnival Band of the Year (Medium) - The Conquest Colorz Fuh So Carnival Band of the Year (Small) - Under D Big Top - Belmont Original Stylish Sailors Carnival Band of the Year (Tobago) - The Rites of Spring - Skandalus Chaguanas Carnival Queen - Sonia Millington Road March Champion Austin ‘Suprblue’ Lyons
Urban Radio Landscape Changes
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ince the Carnival season fully got underway at the dawn of the 2013 New Year, local radio stations became inundated with calypso and soca music. That should not be a newsworthy fact since we are indeed the land of calypso and soca. However, the majority of local radio frequencies seldom play soca, calypso or any type of local content for that matter at any time outside of the Carnival period. However, as soon as midnight struck to end Carnival Tuesday, the radio landscape changed. The airwaves on the popular urban stations started incorporating foreign genres into their lineups. Some stations did so gradually, while other stations showed little
evidence that Carnival had just passed. To many, the change is a welcome one as the Carnival song rotation dwindled to only a few of the more popular songs in the season’s final stages and it was becoming monotonous. “It is refreshing to hear something different on the airwaves. I don’t mind soca, but only if it is new soca.” opined ET&T fan Katisha Mark when asked her thoughts on the change in programming. This brings to mind a valid point commonly raised that few local entertainers release new calypso and soca tracks after Carnival as they instead opt to touring to make their bucks. Former radio DJ and now
programmer for Boom Champions 94.1fm “DJ Maggi” posited that there are several reasons for the lack of soca and calypso releases directly Carnival. “Soca in particular is a festive music. Around Carnival-type periods you will have an influx of that. So right after Easter, you will hear a lot more new soca releases around Point Fortin Borough Day. After that, you will hear the Crop Over tunes” he said. He also added that he believes the amount of soca on the radio now is actually a fair amount when compared to the past. “Thirty years ago there was no calypso played during lent at all. Now, it is played all through the year so I consider that an improvement” Apart from soca music, the
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music of local rapper Chromatics has also been getting serious airplay which proves that if your song is good enough, radio stations will support local music of any genre. ET&T continues to support local artforms and artistes as we provide the latest local entertainment and celebrity content.
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Chromatics’ Carnival Rap Up Just Tip Of The Iceberg
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or the second straight year, local rapper Richard ‘Chromatics’ Rajkumar has released a “Carnival Rap Up” track – where he comically reviews the major Carnival events and episodes of the season. Just like in 2012, Chromatics’ track has become the most talked about song on local radio and social networks thanks to the artiste’s dynamic lyrical dexterity, flow and no holds barred subject matter. Everyone from Lil Bitts to Superblue was mentioned in the song, but Chromatics says it’s all in good fun as “You can’t wear the crown without a little picong.” The track is one of sixteen found on Chromatics’ latest mixtape: “The Science of Colours: Vol2” which is available for free download on www.datpiff.com. The rapper said the release of an entire mixtape was pivotal since people were aligning him strictly with the Mr. Doh Care persona and the Carnival Rap Up singles. “The mixtape was released at the same time as the single on purpose as it shows that there is a lot more to Chromatics than
Carnival Rap Up.” shared Chromatics. “There are songs such as Superficial (featuring Axis and Levell) and Extreme (featuring MX Prime) which shows a different side to me artistically.” He added.
Admitting that he didn’t cash in on the success of the first Carnival Rap Up as he should have for a number of reasons - including the moving of his studio - he believes that this year he has put a lot more in place to stay con-
Beach Cool Down Numbers Lessen Parties Continue Into Lent A
fter the last big truck horn blared and the streets were cleared on Carnival Tuesday night, some begrudgingly prepared for work while others prepared for church to receive ritualistic ashes. Others looked forward to partaking in the tradition of the Ash Wednesday Cool Down at one of Trinidad’s many wellknown beaches. However, the Ash Wednesday beach lime landscape changed drastically this year as the usually large numbers who flocked to the beach was much smaller. Normally, one would be hard pressed to find open patches of sand on Maracas beach with all
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of the recuperating bodies lying on it. It was not the case this year. Many individuals opted to contin-
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ue the Carnival partying instead of cooling down and there was no shortage of options.
sistently relevant throughout the year. Matics shared that two more singles from the mixtape will be released in the coming months namely “Up & Down” (featuring St. Ans) and the Nezz produced banger “Str8.” After that local rap fans can expect releases from Kane, Lil Saint and others affiliated with Highway Records to take them through to 2014. When asked if he plans do make the Carnival Rap Up an annual event, Chromatics revealed that he initially had plans to do a trilogy. “Next year I think I’m doing one more and then I’ll give it a rest and focus on other things… unless the fan demand is really great for another” he posited. Ultimately, Chromatics has his eyes on international success. He does not place too much emphasis on local radio spins, though he is happy that the vast majority of stations have embraced him. He instead is focused on creating a strong internet following with his popular singles as he continues to build his brand. Balandra Bay featured a wild meat lime, while DeFreitas Ranch in Valencia hosted its 9th annual river lime. The Mas Camp pub (now known as De Nu Pub) also hosted its annual lagniappe which featured pan and calypso performances for those who wished to revel in the sweet strains once more. Since hosting full-scale cool down parties was legally stopped several years ago, people have been looking for new ways to enjoy the experience one last time. This year, the Cure Boatride scored aboard the Harbour Master. There was also a down-deislands (DDI) cruise which generated lots of buzz. While the landscape definitely changed from the regular beach event, people still chose to cool down by heating up at some party or another on Ash Wednesday.
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Nurse Nisha Looks To Expand Brand
After Successful Season bers, Nisha touched down on several fete stages and her mesmerizing moves motivated male patrons into performance mode as several of them climbed onto the stage to display their dancing abilities for the Chutney-Soca diva. Most notably, much like her music repertoire, the very humble and hard-working Nisha has also seen an expansion in her brand. Recently, the East Indian beauty was signed as a local endorsee to international beauty product line Virgin Glam Hair. As one who always had an interest in fashion and beauty, she shared that she sees this product alignment as a natural fit for the Nisha B brand as she herself has many
hutney-Soca princess Nisha B of the band Karma had a truly hectic Carnival 2013 with as much as 5 event appearances per night. This year the young singer has certainly shown the masses that much like her brother Ravi she can command massive audiences, deliver original crossover hit songs and offer her own unique ‘party prescription’. In addition to garnering her fair share of radio rotation with her C2K13 hit tune ‘Wine Up Your Body’, her sizzling performance of the track in fetes sent several male audience members into a frenzy. Decked in a sexy nurse’s uniform among other sultry onstage num-
goals to accomplish on a global scale in the not too distant future. As the T&T Carnival season has ended Nisha aspires to produce more original music in various genres and to continue to carry indigenous Caribbean music to various international borders throughout 2013. Along with her brothers Ravi, Anil and the other members of the Karma family, Nisha anticipates taking the band’s fresh show on the road. With a renewed energy, a pumping song and a collection of eye-catching outfits Nisha B is set to fire up fetes and keep audiences moving for the entire 2013 and beTito Lara yond.
Beach House bedazzles patrons with new venue
Bmobile endorsee Njisane Phillip poses with a fan durin the festivities
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he last stretch to the “greatest show on Earth” is always full of excitement and anticipation. For many feting connoisseurs Carnival Thursday is a special day as it is synonymous with the annual premium experience, the Bmobilesponsored “Beach House”. Produced by the group Beach House Entertainment, Beach House (which has an unprecedented following like no other 4
Friends party hard at the annual Beach House all inclusive
Carnival week event) was held at a scenic location in Chaguaramas which not only afforded patrons a spectacular ocean view ambience, but gave them the opportunity to literally walk from the fete into the sea. This year Beach House was
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one of the many sponsored events on the Bmobile Imagine Nation Carnival tour and the mobile network pumped all its efforts into making this one of a kind day fete a truly unforgettable affair. In addition to providing its trademark Bmobile lounge service
as well as waving rags and cups for the fete’s guests, the network added cultural flair to the event by supplying a live rhythm section to greet arriving patrons and several branded umbrella tents for those patrons seeking to beat the scorching day sun. This ultra-inclusive fete offered a vast artillery of food and drink stations which basically catered to every culinary and beverage desire. When the excitable patrons were not socializing or being pampered by the fete’s premium service, they were seen partying away to the excellent juggling and Carnival music mixes presented by the fete’s all-star DJ line up. Even with the arrival of competing events in its timeslot, Beach House 2013 showed the power of its brand and boasted several local attendees as well as those who hailed from different parts of the globe e.g. England, Germany, Canada, Sweden and Australia who shared the unmistakable feeling of satisfaction which they felt each Carnival Thursday (an inexplicable feeling which keeps them coming back to Beach House, year after year). Courtesy Sonique Solutions
REGIONAL
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Jimmy Cliff Cops Reggae Grammy He beat four other nominees in the category for his second Grammy. His rivals were The Original Wailers (Miracle); Sean Paul (Tomahawk Technique); Sly & Robbie & The Jam Masters (New Legend — Jamaica 50th Edition) and Toots and the Maytals (Reggae Got Soul: Unplugged on Strawberry Hill).The 64 year-old Cliff has been in the news recently.
Usain Bolt To Star In NBA All Star Weekend Usain Bolt has a court date - but don't be alarmed, the world's fastest man is merely swapping his spikes for trainers to play in a special celebrity basketball match ahead of the 62nd NBA All-Star Game. The two-time Olympic 100 metres and 200m champion - who one said he could play football for Manchester United - will be the
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star in a special ‘Sprint NBA All-Star Celebrity game’ with NBA All-Stars James Harden of the Houston Rockets and Russell Westbrook of the Oklahoma City Thunder acting as West and East team coaches respectively. The game will be broadcast live on ESPN at midnight on Friday.
revealed two warrants out for his arrest. When Jimmy reportedly denied the existence of the warrants and refused to cooperate with police, he was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct and obstruction.
Chris Brown and Drake Sue Each Other Over Nightclub Brawl Chris Brown and Drake are going after each other in court over their gargantuan brawl last June at W.i.P. nightclub in New York City. A guy named Romain Julien -a French model -- filed suit against Brown, Drake and the club for the injuries he claims he suffered dur-
Jim Jones Arrested For Disorderly Conduct The Fair Lawn-Saddle Brook Patch is reporting that the Capo was arrested outside of his New Jersey home, after he reportedly "got out of line" with an officer. After responding to Jones' residence for a parking complaint, the Sgt. James Corcoran ran the Jimmy's name through the system, which 6
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ing the bottle-throwing fight. Now both Drake and Brown have filed legal docs in which they point the guilty finger at each other. It's a little technical, but each is asking the judge to pin the blame on the other. Drake and Brown each claim they were not responsible for the fight and want the other to pay any damages in the event the model wins his suit.
Kim and Kanye Spark Airport Probe After Bypassing Security KIM Kardashian and Kanye West sparked an airport investigation after boarding a flight without having gone through its security scanners. The celeb couple was trying
to make a connection flight from JFK Airport in New York to LA after returning from Brazil yesterday. They were greeted by an airline worker who allowed them to bypass a key security checkpoint. But, after they took their seats they were yanked off the flight by an official who made them go through another round of checks. The plane was delayed for about an hour while the couple was screened. American Airlines said in a statement: “This was a lapse in judgement by one of our employees. We’re working closely with the Transportation Security Administration and speaking to the individuals involved to better understand what happened.”
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Name: Kervel Cumberbatch a.k.a. Slims Age: 23 Height: 5’6 Hometown: Diego Martin Career: Student This current University Student is using her natural God-given talents to support her while she studies. However, she possesses the physical attributes which could easily make modeling her main focus. Instead, Kervel is all about the books –though she does fancy spending her time event planning or participating in a good lime with family or friends in her spare time. The cocoa complexioned lass has been modeling for only two years and is already being recognized for her work on the runway. She has worked with designers such as Masheru, Derron Attz, Kezzy Ottley and William M
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and Co. She has not done many studio photo shoots, but Kit Isreal, Cecil Evans and Mark Gellineau have all captured her on camera. Ultimately, her goal is simple. She just wants to be a recognized face in the regional modeling industry. She will have her work cut out for her, but Kervel has proven that she is on the right track. She has the Miss UWI-verse 2012 pageant under her belt and she has not shown any signs of letting up the hard work. It’s no wonder she detests those who don’t put in the same effort that she does in their daily duties. Her pet peeve is bad customer service. Our advice to Kervel is not to blow a gasket. The customer service thing is an issue that is far from being over in Trinidad and Tobago.
DREAM Keishon Cunningham
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NAME: Keishon Cunningham AGE: 31 Height: 6’2” Weight: 185lbs CAREER: Military BRIEFS OR BOXERS: Boxers FAVORITE THING: Playing with my son. FAVORITE SCENT: Escape
by Calvin Klein FAVORITE GIRL: Slim but not too thin, long hair, loving, understanding, and compassionate, also trust worthy and can cook. YOU WERE HEARTBROKEN: I have never been heartbroken. YOUR HERO: My mother; simply because she raised three children including me all by herself. She worked hard to make sure we were comfortable and educated. FAVORITE FOOD: Chicken Roti- lol. THE WAY TO YOUR HEART IS: Through someone
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showing me that they genuinely care… someone who can accept me for me. Oh! …through my stomach because I love to eat …Lol. YOU’D NEVER: Smoke or do drugs! WHAT ABOUT PETS: Lol! I have a turtle that my son likes to play with. THE ONE THING YOU WANT TO DO BEFORE YOU DIE: Travel the world and experience different cultures and meet different people. I just like to meet new people, so as soon as I get a chance I will start working on this goal. Next stop Australia! FAVORITE ARTISTE: Machel Montano, I like him for
his music and performances, also for taking Trinidad’s flag international. FAVORITE MUSIC: I like all types of music, but Soca is my love. FAVORITE PLACE FOR A MEAL: Home, I just love home cooked food. ULTIMATE DATE: Dinner and a movie… nothing really special. FREAKIEST THING HE’S EVER DONE: Coming to think of it, I’m not really a freaky person. I had “boy days” but nothing really out of this world freaky. WHERE’S HIS WEAK SPOT: Anywhere below the belt! Lol!
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Chutney Champ
HOT Raymond Ramnarine SEAT
ET&T: Describe your Chutney beginnings. What influenced it? RR: I started as a musician (keyboardist, trumpeter). Then I went on to singing Bollywood songs and moved on to chutney. Basically, I sing every genre of music. It’s always positive music from me and DIL E NADAN. My inspiration to go into music was my parents. I saw the passion my dad had for music and always wanted to make him happy. I started singing when I was 16years old. Now I write most of my songs and I also produce along with my brothers, Richard, Rennie, and my band mates. ET&T: In hindsight it looks like the best decision ever, but what influenced your decision to reenter Chutney Soca Monarch? RR: My fans are the one who motivated me to enter CSM (Chutney Soca Monarch). I have always been their voice and have always represented them here in Trinidad and around the world. I also felt that we as a people were losing touch with what chutney music really ought to be. The main elements of chutney music were being left out, like the dholak, dhantal…tassa. All music is identified by their beats whether it’s Reggaeton, Reggae, Soca, Hip Hop or Dancehall. Chutney is dholak, dhantal, tassa, harmonium… and these elements were being ignored. So I decided to make a statement and let our industry take heed all for the better of our music. I want to educate and give back to society, whether I go to schools and educate about our music, or visit homes, where the less fortunate needs love and attention. I want to make our people here in T&T and around the world proud of me and let them know that I will take chutney to the highest level. ET&T: Do you think competition is necessary for the art-form and
essential for our culture to thrive? RR: Competition has its advantages and disadvantages. While it brings out the best in you, we cannot hide from the fact that it also creates tension and artistes sometimes tend to develop hate and envy, which is so sad. The bigger picture is we need to compete with respect for each other and look at the bigger picture which is taking our music and culture to the world. If we can achieve that then we are on the right road. Hats off to George Singh on staging the CSM 2013.
ET&T: Apart from the recent Chutney Monarch title, Dil-e-Nadan has received lots of accolades over the years. Tell us about the band’s journey thus far? RR: D-E-N the band celebrated its golden anniversary last year. My dad, Ramnarine Moonilal is one of the founding members of the band. The band has toured nearly every major city in the world. U.S. Canada, Holland, Spain, London, Guyana, Suriname, Jamaica, British Virgin Islands … the list goes on. Some of our awards include: Best Chutney Soca Band, Best Intl’ Band, Most Requested Chutney Soca Band and we won Miami Carnival Best Playing Band On 2 Occasions. We won Best Male Artiste as well …just to name a few. ET&T: How do you handle the Challenges you face in your industry journey? RR: My journey has been and continues to be a blessed one. With the most passionate fans, friends and a beautiful and supportive family, I’m in good hands. God has always been by my side. In life there are always challenges. It’s up to you to adapt the “NEVER GIVE UP” attitude. I’ve always wanted to be the best and to be the best you got to beat the best. That’s why I beat myself up every day. Hard work, prayers and staying focused is all I live by. ET&T:
What
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Chutney promoters do to continuously break the barriers to be more prominent and visible to mainstream audiences? RR: I think we need to appreciate our local talent a bit more. I see that our government is trying to do so. And that’s a good thing. We need to get in touch with foreign producers and link them with our producers here in Trinidad. We need to market our music, not just for our West Indian people but take our music and showcase it to the wider world. Carefully select the artistes that really represent our country and together produce a show, concert, T&T package that could blow people’s mind. Our mas, our carnival, our soca and chutney, dancers, artists, designers …….. ET&T: What does Raymond do outside of the entertainment arena? RR: I’m a home boy. I love to spend time with the family. I have a beautiful wife, and my two adorable sons, Varun and Vinesh. Whenever we need to jus relax we hit Tobago. I love Tobago! I love sports and just chilling home with friends. I’m a basketball freak. I’m not too much of a limer. ET&T: Do you have any advice for young Chutney Soca artistes in the region? RR: Stay humble; work hard and always remember that nothing happens before its time. Be patient and respect everyone. To get respect you’ve got to earn respect. Chutney music is a beautiful music. With the right lyrics, chutney music is so much fun. ET&T: What is your most embarrassing moment? RR: Wow, this is not good… ah cold sweating now. Hmm. It had to be at a mothers day concert like 10 years ago. All night long I was being serenaded by girls while I was singing on stage. They were coming up and giving me roses and this was happening all night until this one lady came up and I was like,
“Waaayz, ah tired now. Let me sing please.” So I turned around and opened my arms to her to receive it, not knowing that the rose was not for me, she pass me straight and went to my brother, Rennie and plant ah kiss on him. I was like WTH? ET&T: Can you give us an idea about two things people don’t know about you? RR: My greatest fear is FROGS. Gosh, jus saying it has me shaking. And secondly, I would give up anything in this world for a hot piece of sada roti and fry alloo. ET&T: Favourite childhood memory? RR: Wow, this is good. When I was 5 years old daddy took us to Canada to see DIL E NADAN perform at Queen Elizabeth theatre. The best feeling ever was being in the audience and looking at this great band and saying to myself. I wish one day I could be on that big stage. My life was always music. Well, besides when we use to play scooch and climbing the neighbor’s guava tree and raiding all the guavas. Lol. ET&T: Can you cook? Favourite dish and beverage? RR: Cook you say? Hmm… Of course I can cook up a storm when I’m on stage. Is that what you meant? Lol. Yes I can cook for your information... eggs, sardines, I could make a best cup of Milo. Does that answer your question? Lol. Besides fry allo and sada roti, I’m a Chinese food guy. I love Chinese. My favourite beverage is Sorrel Shandy Carib.
The Importance of Washing Your Face
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our face is the body part we likely pay the most attention to. We indulge in a plethora of products to protect and promote it. Rather than spend all that money on a brand name persuasively advertised jar of cream, here’s an idea: wash your face; properly. Washing your face every day is the most crucial process of skin care, regardless of age or skin type. When you wash your face you remove any impurities, makeup residue and oil. If these are not removed they may lead to nearly all of the skin problems that has sent us to Pennywise, be it clogged pores (root cause of blackheads), whiteheads, pimples, spots or others. The range of facial cleansers is extensive and includes foams, gels, bars and creams designed for every skin type from oily to hypersensitive. Aim for cleansers
that gently clean the skin without irritating it. They remove all the impurities like dirt or oil, that have accumulated during the day or during the night, leaving the skin clean, tight and soft. When washing your face, here is a routine you should consider. Tie your hair back from your face. Then wash your hands with a good antibacterial soap to clean them. Wet your face with warm water or steam to open your pores. Put a small amount of facial cleanser on your hands, about the size of a nickel. Rub some on your wet hands. Use a product that is gentle enough for your skin. Something too strong will just dry the skin out and stimulate the oil glands to produce more oil. You are trying to remove oil and retain water (moisture) at the same time. Do not use
bath soap: it is generally too strong, and can't be rinsed easily. Work up a good lather by rubbing both hands together and applying it on your face. Using your fingertips, massage the cleanser all over your face removing dirt and oil. Take 30 seconds or so, concentrating first on the hairline, then paying special attention to the "T-zone"; forehead, nose, nostril area, then around the mouth and chin, then cheeks. Cleanse the neck using upward strokes. You have oil glands behind your ears, so don't neglect that area; it's messy, but do it anyway. 40 years from now you’ll be glad you went through the trouble. Rinse your face and neck with clear, tepid water. If it is too cold, it could break capillaries. Pat your face dry with a clean and
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soft, absorbent towel; linen is a good choice. Make sure you pat it dry gently, don’t scrub yourself silly - always treat your face with respect. If you have large pores, a toner or astringent is a good idea to help tighten them. It will also clean away the last of the cleanser. Moisturizer is a good thing. Having just washed off dirt and oil, a moisturizer will help keep the water in the surface cells, which promotes a more youthful look. Don’t forget eye cream. Use one that says it is for eyes only; otherwise it won't be rich enough. The area around your eyes has no sweat or oil glands, and must be treated differently than other skin. Do this every morning and every night for the best results on your route to clean and clear flawless skin.
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FASHION
Patrice Shows Off The right amount of leather helps to show off her celebrity wild style
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his Carnival we just couldn’t get enough of Patrice. We started the Carnival with her on the cover and now we’re ending it with her in an entire fashion spread. See how this fashionconscious musician rocks her celebrity couture. The wardrobe was provided by Bang Bang Fashion and Zadora designs with styling y P. Noire Vou Ltd. The Makeup artist is Shaina Brown and photography was done by Roger Seepersad on location at Studio Rumors.
Stilettos have a way of bringing out the sexiness in every vixen
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The red accessories make this dressed down look seem almost like fullblown fashion
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The combination of combat boots and denim is a rugged winner
This flowing mini-cut ensemble is made to contrast rather than match her shoes and Flowing accessories and free. This style is as simple as can be
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hile Carnival Monday and Tuesday is essentially the crux of the Carnival celebrations, the build up to that time is also special. Trinidad and Tobago has mastered the art the art of the Carnival party known as fetes. Here are some photos from fetes over the season. Enjoy!
Pan Semi’s Joy!
Bunji had one of his biggest years
Shal and TC did their thing
Central Bank buddies
Well dressed at Naked
These three were spotted at Avatar
It wouldn’t be Carnival without flag crews
He just wants to bubble
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Double Up vibes on the Ave.
Cooler fetes were popular
La Barge Beauties
Costumes made their way into parties too
Mai Tai men
Girl Power Indeed!
Miss La Reine Rive seen at St. Benedicts
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Sultry Sahara swankies
Stylish simplicity at Mai Tai
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Mas on Carnival Monday
ondays are usually the most dreaded day of the week with the exception of Machel Monday and Carnival Monday. Carnival Monday is actually a day much of the region looks forward to with great anticipation. It is on that day that the real street parade which makes up the climax of Carnival kicks off and revelers take to the streets. Though it is more of a dressed down affair compared to Carnival Tuesday, it Carnival Monday is still one of the highlights of Carnival. Here are just a few of the sights captured.
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Tuesday Mas on d Road
arnival Tuesday is basiC cally what the
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entire season built up to. It is the final day before the Lenten period, so suffice it to say, people behave with reckless gay abandon before they once again become the pseudo-civilized humans who led ordinary lives before the jumping and waving. It is on this day the Road March is decided and the Band of the Year battle is judged in earnest. However, many just see it as a time to enjoy the colourful spectacle and frolic known as Carnival. Here are some photos. For more, check us on facebook or grab our special edition Carnival magazine.
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J’ouvert Morning
hether you call it J’ouvert or Dutty Mas, W Carnival Monday morning is undoubtedly one of the festival’s most exciting experiences.
It is a celebration of mas without the frills. Here is where the devils and freaks reign and where, oil, mud, paint and powder become a masquerader’s ultimate accessory. Jouvert encourages more fun on the streets because most of it occurs in the dark before the pretty mas takes over the cities and towns. Our ET&T photographers braved taking their high tech equipment to this dirty fiesta and got some photos of the J’ouvert revelry.
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WHY??
ife is challenging enough as it is, but some people insist on making it worse for others by the inconsiderate choices they L make. What would it take to spend a minute or two in front of
the mirror to make sure you don’t offend someone else by dressing ridiculously? Are we living in an inebriated society where civilians continuously refuse to dress while sober? What is the cause of all of these poor fashion decisions? Someone… Anyone… Why??
This felon was guilty of discrimination of the fashion laws. Rocking that vest like that was a bad idea. The hairstyle and colour didn’t do much to help his fashion cause either. Would have gotten away at J’ouvert
Carnival is indeed a celebration of colour, but there is nothing to celebrate in this photo. During this period, the Commissioner is usually more lenient in how he addresses fashion foul-ups. However, we realized that if it wasn’t at J’ouvert, we weren’t going to let it slide. This crazily assembled female found herself under police watch for some time.
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Entertainer/ promoter Makamillion poses with a female in Island People’s band
Band leaders Ronnie and Caro lead their band on the road Carnival Monday
US sprinter and object of worldwide female lust Ryan Bailey spotted on the T&T streets during Carnival www.etntweekly.com •
Former Miss T&T Universe Magdalene Walcott enjoys herself on Carnival Tuesday night FEBRUARY, 2013 • ET&T 27
They might have been wearing shades, but they couldn’t hide the fact that she was giving him more than he could handle. Pace!!
We ketch yuh passed out in a drunken stupor in Sahara beach fete. We just hope yuh ketch yuhself
Didn’t Machel say “Get off d ground?” We ketch yuh in a loose moment with Saucy Pow
Quick Carnival Facts
Rarely seen traditional characters he would write the names of souls he has captured or seeks. The rest of the costume is usually quite colourful with decorative beads and biblical images adorning a satin exterior. It is one of the more complex costumes which sadly is not seen much today.
portrayal leading up to the thirties. The character is a loudly dressed doll that carries a baby doll in its hands. The doll that is carried, represents an illegitimate child. The baby doll character would often approach male masqueraders or onlookers questioning their role in the child’s paternity.
Cow Mas Bats are not the only animals which were commonly imitated
The Bookman This costume is from the vein of Devil mas. In fact, the costume itself was very devilish with an oversized face with horns as a headpiece. In his hands, the bookman would carry a book and pen which is supposed to be where
Baby Doll The Baby Doll is a traditional mas character which is rarely seen in Carnival. It was a popular
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during Carnival. Long ago, Abattoir workers would dress in outfits made of plantain leaves with a papier-mache headpiece outfitted with horns. The hairy part of real cow’s tails were placed on their behinds to complete the mimickry. Some people opted for colourful cow costumes, but the predominant colour was brown. Sometimes, bands would have a matador who would taunt the cow masqueraders.
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