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EXPERTS SHARE C2K15 PREDICTIONS
es, we are aware that Christmas comes first and no, we aren’t rushing the brush, but we are already feeling ah feeling. Let’s face it if 2015 is fast approaching then it follows that Carnival is on the horizon and we all know that Carnival is something that one has to plan for. So why not stop with the denial and engage in some brief speculation about what we can expect for the next edition of the Greatest Show on Earth! So let’s get right into it! Carnival is as good as the music it produces. You know that ‘Vagabond’ song that you’ve been listening to, while conjuring images of bare backed men, running through a fete? Well that’s being sung by Ricardo Drue an up and comer in the soca landscape. Actually there seems to be a consensus that young blood, new artistes will get their turn to shine next year. According to Trevlyn from the popular 96.1 radio station, “the category for breakthrough artistes of the year should be very high and expect some unexpected collaborations as well. 2015 Carnival is going to be the year of great music.” Trevlyn also said that our listening attention may be peaked by Sekon Star and a Bhajan posse inclusive of Fadda Fox, King Bubba and Lead Pipe called Saddis who we are especially feeling. Junior K of 94.1 added Young Voice and Flipo – who actually grew in popularity after the Carnival season had ended - to that list. He also suggested that Shurwayne Winchester will have a hit heavy Carnival. According to Devon Mathews of Red 96.7 we might also want to look out for Romo and Nebula 868. He further added that “music will improve since soca is more recognized after the success of Bunji.” The ‘Groovy’ versus ‘Power’ debate continues. While Devon Mathews anticipates that there will be a resurgence of the ‘Power’ genre, Trevlyn and Junior K predicted that ‘Groovy’ will continue to reign. Junior K also suggested that given the short season songs will be released earlier and unfortunately many would not get the op-
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portunity to grow on people since the season is too short. So what about Calypso? Lutalo Masimba, better known as Brother Resistance, cautioned that it is never easy to predict trends within the field of Carnival Arts. He suggested that, “There will be a lot of political commentary, but social commentary, philosophy and nation building songs will be favored by calypso lovers. There will also be a good harvest of nice so called ‘old school’ party songs.” Usually commentary style calypso and humor aren’t given enough love on our local radio stations, but Resistance predicted that there might be a turnaround in this unfortunate trend in 2015. Now wouldn’t that be nice? Let’s not forget the actual Mas! Jean Richardson who has been a designer for the hugely popular band Island People for the past 4 years and spearheads a Monday wear line called Wild Paradise and a section for the Tuesday parade called Prism enthusiastically stated that “Carnival is gonna be epic!”. We all know that bikinis are not going to go away, but Richardson also predicted the use of lots of gems and feathers, printed spandex, body chains, metallic temporary tattoos and tiaras. Yes, that’s right tiaras! Sounds like fun! So there you have it! Only time will tell how many of these and other predictions will manifest. For sure, the season will be epic. The only question is the degree of ‘epicness’ which will be experienced.
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EXPERTS PREDICT C2K15 BEAUTY TRENDS Sarah Paul
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hile some are counting down the days for Christmas others are excitedly awaiting for the explosion of music, colour and creativity also known as Carnival Monday and Tuesday. For women, Carnival is the perfect opportunity to explore different made up looks. Though the event itself lasts for only two days, the creativity and style varies. Monday is known to be the more relaxed of the two. Tuesday however, masqueraders tend to go the extra mile and experiment a little more with their appearances. Last year we noticed lots of feather eyelashes and coloured gems adorning the face and body but just like the ever-changing weather so too are the beauty trends. So what can you expect for 2015? Here’s what the experts had to say: Diane John, professional international Makeup Artist said “My beauty predictions for Carnival
2k15 would be more ultra glamours, super sexy Las Vegas styled makeup with the use of Swarovski crystals adorning the face to reflect the maximum amount of light from the sun. Also with Carnival Monday becoming much more popular I expect also to see uber glam makeup with fewer crystals.”
the finish is flawless and longevity is amazing”
Highly skilled, airbrush and traditional Makeup Artist Bridget Pouchet said based on her clientele, she thinks they would like “less gems, beautiful eye makeup with a pop of colour, smoked out with neutral tones. Airbrush makeup is becoming quite popular as
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Sarah Benjamin Paul a certified airbrush/traditional makeup artist trained with Sacha cosmetics and Celebrity Makeup Artist, Mario Dedivanovic posited there would be “definitely dramatic lashes, glitter eyes, colorful brows & lips, with the usual use of gems.” Arlene Villarule – a wellexperienced professional Makeup Artist in the industry for over 10 years – also shared her predictions. “High emphasis on flawless and accurate foundation application, face sculpting (contouring) and brow shaping. Next in line will be bold, matte and outlandish lip colours! With these three combinations, a woman’s confidence will sky rocket!”
FILM FESTIVAL HOSTS CINEMATIC
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he trinidad+tobago film festival (ttff) is pleased to host a screening of the award-winning documentary Carmen and Geoffrey, on Friday, 31 October, at its office at 199 Belmont Circular Road in Belmont. A tribute to the actor and dancer Geoffrey Holder, who died earlier this month at the age of 84, the screening takes place in association with BelFest, a celebration of the arts in Belmont. The film begins at 7.00pm, and doors open at 6.30pm. Admission is free and all are invited. Released in 2005, Car-
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men and Geoffrey is an affectionate and moving portrait of two towering icons of the arts, Geoffrey Holder and his wife Carmen de Lavallade. From the time they met and wed in 1955 until Holder’s death earlier this month at the age of 84, the two were celebrated dancers, actors, choreographers and much, much more, together and individually. Geoffrey Holder’s many achievements include memorable performances as Professor Shakespeare X in the film Dr Doolitte and Baron Samedi in the James Bond film Live and Let Die. He also won two Tony awards
for direction and costume design of The Wiz, an allblack adaptation of The Wizard of Oz. Carmen and Geoffrey was filmed over three years in the United States, France and Holder’s native Trinidad and Tobago. It combines archival footage with candid interviews to provide a remarkable glimpse into the lives of an extraordinary couple. Winner of the prize for best feature-length film at the ttff/09, Carmen and Geoffrey is directed by Linda Atkinson and Nick Doob, and is 80 minutes in length.
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POSITIVE, RIZON, AND SHERWIN GARDENER TOUR UK
n a time fraught with negativity it is good to see that there is still a demand for positive forms of entertainment. Non-secular artistes Positive, Sherwin Gardener and Rizon have been making major moves locally in recent times and now the trio have secured tour dates in the United Kingdom. They will comprise part of the cast in the ‘God Time Now’ tour which will target three cities in the UK – London, Birmingham and Leeds. The tour was put together by Flow Masters Records in collaboration with artistehub. net and it includes both concerts and outreach ministry. The three artistes to be featured recently came away with awards from the Marlin Music Gospel Awards at the International Diplomatic Center in Nasau, Bahamas. Also joining
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them in this powerful time of ministry will be worship leader Roger Samuels from the UK, UK hip-hop & reggae artist Jahaziel, Manchester Pop, R&B and worship artiste N-Cola, Jamaican born Gospel Reggae artist from Leeds RichE King and other local artistes. The artistes expressed excitement at the opportunity to
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spread their ministry worldwide. In a release sent to ET&T, the reason for the God Time Now tour was summed up as thus: It’s easy to be busy all the time with an endless to-do list instead of stopping to spend time alone with God. Whatever you’re doing or not doing, the truth is at this moment, each one of us is as close to God as we choose to be. God doesn’t call us
to be comfortable or complacent. He calls us to trust Him so completely that we are unafraid to do His will and fulfill our mandate and evangelize using our gifts and talents at every opportunity that presents itself. As we see how desperate people are getting and how our nations are being destroyed with lies, pornography and hatred it’s evident that the time has come for us to get back to our first love. It’s time to get back to God and spread the gospel. Rizon has expressed his excitement about the tour online with constant social media updates and he posted a photo of the stars as they touched down at Heathrow airport. It was captioned “I thank God for a safe & comfortable journey. After 12 hours of flying, we are here... #London #UKTour #ItsAboutToGoDown #HigherLevel.”
BRANDON SUCCESSFULLY SPREADS MINISTRY THE WAY HE KNOWS BEST
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t. Anns resident Brandon Best is riding high on the success of his single ‘This Kinda Love.’ In fact, its success was partly behind his recent concert with the same name. In his 6 years in the industry Best has shared the stage with local stars such as Positive, Sean Daniel, Gitta Dan and International artistes William Mc Dowell and Jonathan Mc Reynolds. He regularly performs with his band Beverly – which is named after his deceased mother. He describes his sound as “unique,” further calling it “a mixture of R&B and Soul with a Caribbean Flavour.” On the heels of his recent This Kinda Love concert Best expressed pleasure with the outcome of the event, but also intimated that it could have been even better than it was. “I am very pleased with the way the event turned out. However, in all things there is room for improvement and I have taken note of areas where more attention could have been given,” 4
he stated. In terms of future projects, the bard revealed that he is working on completing his al-
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bum (Emanuel) which is scheduled for a 2015 release. “I am extremely excited to release this project unto the world” he said. Brandon
thinks the new project will become his new career highlight since he says he is currently riding his career high. He highlighted one recent standout moment which was when he completed a Caribbean Tour with some fellow artistes. “Though we only traveled to four Islands, the reach went beyond that. Thus, at present my music plays in 12 countries worldwide including England and America” he said. With his past and current work considered, Best was asked what he would ultimately like his legacy to be. He answered this way: “I would love my legacy to be the principles I stood for and most definitely my music.” His answer was indicative of the feeling that he put a righteous life even before his craft and that is what propels his musical success. He cemented that in an obligatory message to upcoming artists. “Continue going for your dreams day by day putting God first in everything.”
LOCAL TRAINERS DISH DIET TIPS NEWS FOR FESTIVAL PHYSIQUES
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e’re less than 6 months away from CK2015. Band launch season is over, costumes have been bought and some are already in gear with their Carnival diet and fitness plan. For the rest of us, we wait for after the Christmas season, unable to resist all that ham, grog and fruitcake. We all want to look ‘’bess’’ on the road come Monday and Tuesday. But how? Every body type is different and has specific needs. Plus, it seems like everywhere we turn is a new breakthrough diet or a fool proof exercise routine guaranteed to help us get in shape. So what do the fitness gurus among us have to say? Mikhail Ragoonanan is a certified personal trainer, gym owner, model and amateur boxer, who received a bronze medal in the 2014 National Championships. Kameel Ali is a spin instructor and model, who placed 4th in the Male Physique Category of the National Junior Bodybuilding Championships 2013. Both of them agree that getting that Carnival bod, starts with a proper diet. Kameel
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states that you should observe a high protein, clean carb diet with good fats. Get your protein from eggs, fish, turkey and chicken, carbs from oats, provisions and brown rice, fats from seeds and almonds. No simple sugars! Mikhail reinforces this, saying that “I don't recommend any unnatural supplements or diet gimmicks to my clients since I believe in eating real, natural as possible, whole foods. Educate yourself in the proper diet you need to get to where you want and stick to it.” But diet alone is not enough to get the amazing physique that these guys have. Mikhail trains twice a day, 5 to 6 days a week, doing a combo of a boxing work-
out and a conditioning routine to develop strength, cardiovascular work, muscular endurance or all at the same time in a crossfitstyle workout. Kameel’s routine consists of 4 days of weights and one rest day, on which he does a spin class for cardio. Mikhail says that when getting in shape for Carnival, it all depends on the person and their definition of a great body for Carnival. One person might want to add muscle, another might just want to get as lean as possible, yet another might want both. “Once you find out what you want, the best advice is to dedicate yourself and attack your goal with everything you have. Exactly like
COTT DISTRIBUTES OVER $5M IN ROYALTIES T
he Copyright Music Organisation of Trinidad and Tobago (COTT) has administered and distributed $5.3 million in royalties to songwriters and international affiliates in its second quarterly distribution. The revenue came from collections for the year 2013 from income streams such as broadcasting, usage of music at business places and at events, as well as music used during the Carnival 2014 season. COTT CEO, Josh Rudder expressed gratitude to its membership for their patience and loyalty to COTT during the implementation of a new Distribution technological system out of 6
Switzerland called CoSIS; which is also used by COSCAP (Barbados) ECCO (Eastern Caribbean), JACAP (Jamaica) and several European collective management organizations. Rudder stated, “Our members will experience significant improvements regarding the efficient and timely distribution of royalties moving forward.” Distributions to COTT members totaled $3.8 million and Distributions to COTT’s overseas affiliates totalled $1.5 million. The majority of COTT’s international remittances will be received by the 2 largest US performing rights organizations: ASCAP and BMI, the UK based
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PRS for Music. “These royalty figures are still a moderate indicator of the potential financial growth of our local music industry and are still not close to what it should be due to the significant levels of piracy, non-compliance and overall disrespect for intellectual property rights which still exists within Trinidad and Tobago. It is our hope that stronger legislative measures are put in place to ensure the rights of our songwriters are protected and valued”, said Rudder. COTT collects license fees for composers, authors and publishers when musical works are publicly performed, broadcasted,
achieving anything else in life. Consistency is the key!” Kameel added that a body for carnival comes with great sacrifice but as long as you want it bad enough then you can achieve it. “You must do weights to keep the muscles pumped and toned. Do enough cardio, but not too much cardio. An exercise routine should not be rigid in the sense that it’s all about mixing it up so it doesn’t get boring.” When asked about their personal credo, Mikhail had this to say. “My philosophy for fitness is to have fun with whatever avenues you choose to get in shape. Always keep progressing in any aspect of fitness. It can be as simple as improving your diet or learning a new skill for a workout. Everyone has their own goals; therefore fitness is not a one size fits all. Find out what you want and work towards it. Other people might be training differently but it’s because they have different goals to you.” Similarly, Kameel added that “Fitness is a lifestyle and so should not be seasonal. Also it is important to set practical goals and give yourself enough time in which to achieve them.” So good luck fellow gymers…see you on the road! COTT CEO Josh Rudder
recorded, used or transmitted on the Internet, and/or otherwise communicated to the public. These fees are then distributed to the creators of the musical works and their publishers by way of royalties.
REGIONAL NEWS SEAN PAUL NO LONGER WITH ATLANTIC RECORDS Grammy-winning Dancehall superstar, Sean Paul and prominent American label, Atlantic Records have severed ties after more than a decade together. According to reports, Atlantic recently dropped the multi-platinum selling deejay/ singer, with the label’s chairman and CEO, Craig Kallman confirming to the Jamaica Observer in an email over the weekend that the entertainer is ‘no longer’ with them. Kallman did not elaborate on why the split took place. Sean Paul joined Atlantic in 2002 as part of a joint deal with independent Reggae/Dancehall label, VP Records and enjoyed a highly successful run with the Los Angeles based record label. He subsequently released his first album under the label, Dutty Rock in November of that year, which went on to sell over six million copies worldwide and featured two Billboard Hot 100 chart toppers: Get Busy and Baby Boy (alongside Beyonce).
The young dancehall act got bottled before being booed off stage at a concert in Suriname last weekend. In an Urban Islandz report, an eyewitness recounted that the deejay was in the middle of his set when some patrons began to boo him. “He yelled out some expletives at the crowd after the booing started, but that only made things worse because then came the bottles,” the concert goer said. Alkaline had to leave the stage but later returned to more boos. His set was eventually cut short.
ALKALINE BOTTLED THEN BOOED OFF STAGE IN SURINAME Alkaline is having the worst year of his career.
WORLD NEWS to look up online in the UK by web security providers McAfee. According to the firm, 15 per cent of search results related to her former name contained links to high risk content such as spyware, viruses, spam, phishing, adware and other malware. Attach to the term 'Cheryl Cole' the words 'video' or 'picture' and the risk is further increased – the terms are utilised by hackers to lure in users, as are searches like 'Cheryl Cole downloads' and 'Cheryl Cole mp4s'. The second most dangerous name on the Internet is a little more surprising – Daniel Radcliffe. He’s followed by Jessie J (less surprising - she's terrifying) at third most dangerous.
CHERYL COLE NAMED 'THE MOST DANGEROUS CELEBRITY' ON THE INTERNET There are many reasons why the name ‘Cheryl Cole’ strikes fear into the hearts of the general public. Now, the Internet is afraid of her, too. The singer, known as Cheryl FernandezVersini after getting married earlier this year, has just been named the “most dangerous celebrity” 8
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JUSTIN BIEBER REVEALS 'BIG' PROJECT WITH KARL LAGERFELD Justin Bieber has revealed he is working on 'big things' with iconic fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld. The 20-year-old singer shared a photo montage with his 22million fans on Instagram of himself posing with Chanel's creative director. 'Big things are coming with my friend @KarlLagerfeld,' he captioned the image. The photo montage includes two black and white screenshots of Justin posing topless for the
camera, showcasing some of his famous tattoos. Other photos include one of the young Canadian sitting at a table with Karl, and another black and white image of the pair posing for the camera together. Whether Justin is modeling for one of the labels for which Karl is the creative director, or whether he is simply the subject of one of Karl's renowned photography projects, the reason for the collaboration has yet to be revealed. It's not the first time that the pair has been spotted together, as they both attended the launch of Carine Roitfeld's new book at Paris Fashion Week in September. Justin shared a selfie of himself with Karl on Instagram at the glitzy party, which saw a high fashion guest list with the likes of Kim Kardashian, Olivia Palermo, Kendall Jenner and Cara Delevingne attending.
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GUY NAME: Gerald Ramsubag AGE: 24 HEIGHT: 5'9” WEIGHT: 172? CAREER: Sagicor Life Inc. BRIEFS OR BOXERS: Boxers FAVOURITE SCENT: Mesmerize
FAVOURITE THING: Gym time, swimming, outdoor activities, computer games. DESCRIBE YOUR DREAM GIRL: Independent, motivated, smart, short, honest and cute. YOU WERE HEARTBROKEN: Honestly, I don’t recall ever being broken hearted. YOUR HERO: I would have to say my Parents. FAVOURITE FOOD: Macaroni Pie & callaloo, mashed potatoes and jerk anything THE WAY TO YOUR HEART IS: Being ride or die… trustworthiness and my belly.
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YOU’D NEVER: Choose shortterm pleasure over long-term happiness. WHAT ABOUT PETS: Dogs preferably (English Bull terrier to be precise) THE ONE THING HE WANTS TO DO BEFORE HE DIES: Sky Dive and Bungee Jump. FAVOURITE ARTIST: Machel Montano, Popcaan, John Legend. FAVOURITE MUSIC: Soca, Pop, R&B, Hip Hop in that order. FAVOURITE PLACE FOR A MEAL: Buzo Osteria Italiana. HAVE YOU EVER CHEAT-
ED: Nope. THE FREAKIEST THING YOU HAVE EVER DONE: Well then...lol *ponders* WHERE’S YOUR WEAK SPOT: My back, my right side above my hip and my neck. YOUR MOTIVATION: I see myself living a certain lifestyle. Growing up taught me that nothing is ever given easily and people never want to see you do better than them, but that’s what keeps me striving. HOW DO YOU MAINTAIN YOUR BODY: By working out once I get the chance.
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Age: 25 Hometown: Belmont Hobbies: Hairdressing, Makeup artistry and kayaking. Career: Banker International Trade, Director of YTK Promotions, Model Tiffany Williams is a goaloriented go-getter with hopes of being a successful entrepreneur with various projects. She would love for her business YTK Promotions to become a nationwide and Caribbean brand and also be successful on the business side of fashion. While she is unquestionably driven and intelligent, Williams is most celebrated for her standout beauty. She has been
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sit and cry about your one job that allows you to pay your bills and put food on the table.” When she is not angry, she is busy being sexy. Tiffany believes that being confident is the key to sexiness. That has worked extremely well for her because she admits that she doesn’t really follow a beauty or fitness regime. She admits that she is blessed to have good genes. However, she does keep hydrated and says she can’t go a day without her EOS lip balm. As far as fashion goes, for Tiffany, if you aren’t talking Micheal Kors, Guess or local designer Lisa Eligon, you aren’t saying anything. Photos by Nigel Reid
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modeling since the age of 16 and she has done numerous band launches as well. Her portfolio looks even more impressive when you see the ads she has featured in. Mackeson, Angostura, Bmobile, Priceless Extensions, Fanta, TDC and Stag have all utilized her look and talents in front of the camera. Speaking of cameras, the highly popular Nigel Reid has worked extensively with Tiffany, aiding in increasing her allure. While her smile can light up spaces for miles, she does have pet peeves. She admits “I go ballistic when people pinch me and I can't stand overly emotional people. Life is tough and sometimes you can't just
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TOP MODEL T&T 2014 PRINT FINALISTS Written by Christopher Nathan
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n October 19, 2014 one of these amazing new models will walk away with the Top Model Trinidad & Tobago 2014 title at NAPA Hotel Lobby and begin a professional modeling career. You can select the Peoples’ Choice winner on the Top Model Trinidad & Tobago Facebook profile by liking your choice. Admission to Makin’ Style
/ Top Model Trinidad & Tobago 2014 is $60.00 for General Admission tickets and $200.00 for Special Reserve VIP seating. Tickets are now available at Stoxx Urban Couture - Excellent City Mall & MovieTowne, InExcess Henry Street PoS & Queen Street Arima and Bang Bang Stores at Frederick Street, High Street, Gulf City Mall & The Falls at
Akem Durity 16 yrs 6:1
Fericon Mc Kenzie 19 yrs 6:4
Lorenzo Lai Leung 17 yrs 6:1
Ricardo Lopez 21 yrs 6:0
Harlan Crawford 18 yrs 6:2
Sherwin Samuel 17 yrs 6:3
Stephan Thomas 19 yrs 6:0
Shane Murry 18 yrs 6:0
Trinidad & Tobago, Scotiabank Trinidad & Tobago Foundation, Vidal Sassoon, NLCB, Gary Jordan Photography and NALIS. Faces by Sacha Cosmetics. For more on Makin’ Style 2014 call the hotline: 620 2316 E-mail cocovelvetinternational@ gmail.com or visit Top Model Trinidad & Tobago or Makin’ Style 2014 on Facebook. Photos by Christopher Nathan and Bluemax Entertainment
Akedo Glaud 17 yrs 5:10
West Mall. Makin’ Style 2014 will also include the Coco Velvet International Fashion Workshop 2014 graduation show Stitch to Market. Makin’ Style/Top Model Trinidad & Tobago 2014 is presented by the Ministry of the Arts & Multiculturalism, Ministry of Gender, Youth & Child Development, Ministry of Tourism, BG
Alexander Daniel Dolland 21 yrs 5:11
Jamal Walker 21 yrs 6:1
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Xavier Peter Henry 16 yrs 5:10
SEXY STACY SHARES HER FITNESS REGIME T
wenty-seven year old Holetown, Barbados native Stacy Gilkes is hot to say the very least. She has a body to die for and with good reason since she is a fitness trainer (She qualified in the UK). She is also a model and the likes of popular photographer Keron Riley have photographed her. You may have seen her in a recent ad for Cheezee’s. When asked who her favourite designers were, her answer was a hilarious ode to her craft. “Do Nike and Under Armor count? I do love my Michael Kors and Lulifama for bikinis though!” Stacy is genuinely obsessed with fitness and she keeps in shape with a variety of methods. Her hobbies include playing squash, surfing in her native country and provocative pole dance. Gilkes intimates that her ultimate goal is to open her own
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fitness studio where she can personally train her clients and teach pole fitness. Just be careful not to get her cross with your bad training habits. As far as her pet peeves she says “Oh gosh, as a trainer my biggest pet peeve would have to be those people that don’t rerack their weights! You know who you are!” In terms of her personal look, she shared some diet and workout tips that just might help you achieve the desired look for Carnival. Diet My diet is basically oatmeal, cereal or chia pudding for breakfast. I usually have a snack around 11, which would be like Greek yogurt with fruit. I train at 1pm and then I have a big lunch which would be a salad and chicken breast or tuna. Depending on my work out I may include some carbs as well, and Photos by Keron Riley
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then usually another snack in the evening or a protein shake. Workout Regime Monday: Legs Tuesday: Chest and Arms Wednesday: Cardio and Abs Thursday: Back and Shoulders Friday: Legs I normally love to use heavy weights when I train, but it’s always fun to mix it up. So a basic back and shoulder work out looks something like this: Back Lat Pulldowns: 4 sets: 65lbs, 65lbs, 70lbs, 85lbs (15,12,12,10 reps) Barbell row: 4 sets: 60lbs, 60lbs, 70lbs 80lbs (15, 12, 12, 10 reps) Single Arm Dumbell Row: 4 sets: 35lbs, 40lbs,
40lbs, 45lbs (15, 12, 12, 10reps) Shoulders Lateral Raises: 4 sets: 10 reps at 15lbs, 10 reps at 10lbs and 10 reps at 5lbs with no rest in between, that's one set. Dumbell Shoulder Press: 4 sets: 15lbs, 15lbs, 20lbs, 25lbs ( 15,15,12,10 reps) Barbell upright row: 4 sets at 30lbs, 10 reps. I love doing heavy weights for back exercises and lighter more endurance based training for my shoulders. I normally do about 5 exercises per muscle group so that is just a little piece of my normal session. If you guys want to see more of her sessions or videos you can check out her instagram @staceg_pt.
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ET&T BIG MIKE TALKS MAS AND MUSCLE
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iving legend, Mike ‘Big Mike’ Antoine made some time in his hectic schedule to facilitate an ET&T interview. The Legacy band leader spoke a little bit about his C2K15 expectations and how he maintains his awesome physique. ET&T: What was the inspiration behind Reflections? Mike: Reflections came about as a double-play on the word itself – a reflection of the beauty around us and the magical things that light does, which we often never notice. ET&T: What are some of your expectations for Carnival 2015? Mike: 2014 was a great Carnival for Legacy, so based on the feedback received and the plans that we have underway, for C2K15 we are expecting an even better Carnival. ET&T: What inspires you to keep bringing out a Band so different from the last each year? Mike: Once I choose an overall theme, then I start getting ideas on how the Band should look based on that. I develop these ideas once I start doing research on the theme. More and more, current fashion and colour trends also play a part in the design process. ET&T: What do you think are some of the reasons behind the masqueraders’ loyalty to Legacy? Mike: I think it is definitely the whole Legacy package – calibre of our costumes, prices, our security and services on the road and then Legacy has a unique atmosphere in that it’s not about the posing and the who’s who. It’s all about just having a great time. It doesn’t matter who you are – everyone is considered a celebrity and is
treated as such. ET&T: When do preparations for the following year’s Carnival celebration begin? Mike: Right after Carnival!! Whilst we are on stage, ideas for the following year are already flowing. ET&T: Apart from creativity what is what quality do you think mas bands should have to be truly successful in the industry? Mike: Definitely proper management – Carnival now is not just about the costume, it’s about the whole experience. There are many ingredients which go into giving the masquerader that
positive experience and Mas Bands have to ensure that everything comes together at the right time. ET&T: With Carnival being in the early part of February, does this mean no ham and sorrel for Christmas? Mike: Whatever the date for Carnival, we still find the time to celebrate the spirit of Christmas. It is a special time which we share with family and friends with all the Trini traditions, so yes to sorrel, pastelles and parang! ET&T: Please share with us your anti aging secret…we know you have one! Mike: Thanks for the compliment!
With my busy lifestyle, I may not always be able to eat or sleep as I should, but I do always try to be regular with the gym. That’s what makes me feel young. As they say, it’s all in the mind and you are as young as you feel! ET&T: How often do you workout? Mike: I try to work out 5 times a week, at least an hour and a half per session. Depending on my work load I may not always be able to stick to this, but that’s the target. ET&T: Why is fitness important to you? Mike: For me it is a way of life. It makes me feel good mentally and physically.
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LEGACY PRESENT REFLECTIONS
egacy is a large band L staple in Trinidad and Tobago. The Carnival
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landscape would definitely be different without them, but you don’t have to worry about that because Mike Antoine and crew launched their latest offering at Katalyst to rave reviews. The band paid homage to the late great George Bailey with their selections while giving masqueraders the right amount of sex appeal they required. Peep this preview and visit our Facebook page for more.
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Juliet De la Bastide is flanked by two females
Something for lovers of tradition
A happy former first lady and friends
Drinks and smiles abound
Memories for the strong men and rude girls
They can’t wait to do their costumes justice
The magic of marketing
A depiction of Rainbow’s End
The obligatory model close-up
A model wears a piece entitled Desert Mirage
A group of guys lends support to the band
Ladies by the fours
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SHOWTIME TRINIDAD MAS CAMP OPENING EVENTS S
howTime may not have been around as long as some of the other bands, but they have definitely made an impact in the time they have been present. Their colourful costumes and fun-loving masqueraders make the ShowTime Carnival experience memorable to say the least. They launched their 2015 carnival offering recently at their Mas Camp opening and those present admitted that they could already feel the Carnival vibes infiltrating their spirit.
Enjoying the proceedings
Mannequins were also on display
Shouldn’t he be smiling as well?
Each expression tells a different tale
Death defying skills
Members of the Red team
Buddies
Glad about the outcome
Two thumbs up!
Pleased as punch
Ready for ShowTime
Adding to the show
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Models show off the selections
EVENTS
APPRECIATION
he Cure family is a promotional entity which T hails from East Trinidad, but which has developed a large following throughout the na-
tion. Their events are almost always sold out and they have some of the most loyal patrons around. At their recent Appreciation event, there was a large turnout for the poolside fiesta which had outgrown its usual boat ride venue. The niche event displayed vibes galore and patrons will no doubt be looking forward to a follow up soon. Here are some of the sights.
Props on the matching outfits
Yes bai!
Photobombed!
Cure figureheads Levy and Bulk
Your secret’s safe with us
These floral motifs were everywhere
Promoting a party within the party
Feeling herself
Giving the ladies something to look at
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Island sexy
Yes folks… Her hair is green
Enjoying a drink and a pic
FACE OF T&T FINALS
pon its inception last year, U novel concept Face of T&T took off. This year, the
EVENTS
competition which was conceptualized by Kirk Thomas grew in terms of both participation and following. The celebration of diversity through the faces of Trinidad and Tobago’s nationals ended with a pageant format standoff at the Hyatt Regency. By the time the finals were over, 25 year old teacher Amanda Chedu emerged overall winner. ET&T was happy to be a part of the action and we have a few photos for your viewing pleasure. For more, visit our Facebook page or www.amgtt.com.
Working those wings
Daniella Seebaran strikes a pose
Presenter Samantha John struts her stuff on stage
Rebecca Aird walks the walk
A confident smile on the runway
Valini shows off her exotic look
Kayla Bostic works this wonderful ensemble
Host Marc Anthony gets his model on
An amazing outfit worn by Anastasia Tomkin
Minister of Trade, Industry, Investment and Communications, Senator The Honourable Vasant Bharath delivers a speech
Winner Amanda Chedu is flanked by runners’ up Avi Gloudon (your left) and Gabrielle Solomon
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Providing some entertainment in song
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EVENTS EXTRA
P.NOIRE.VOU LTD IMAGE AND PROMOTION AGENCY OUTLET LAUNCH
tylists may come a dime a dozen in Trinidad, but the good ones are quite rare. One stylist whose abilS ity is proven and who has stayed consistent over the years is Anderson Pierre. His P.Noire.Vou Ltd image and promotion agency has provided appropriate couture for a variety of celebrities and civilians
alike. Pierre and his business associates finally opened up a store at Santa Maria Plaza on Mucurapo Road where clients could get expert styling advice and walk out with a full outfit at once. The launch was an intimate celebration and ET&T is happy to provide pics.
TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS
he Central Bank Auditorium was the venue for the Trinidad and Tobago Film Festival Awards CeremoT ny this year. Those involved in the creation of the films as well as media and ttff staff converged for an evening to remember as several great works of art were honoured. Here is a little taste of the action. Charlotte Elias, Executive Producer and Miquel Galofré, director of Art Connect (centre) accept their Award for Best Local Feature Film from Camille Selvon Abrahams, board member Trinidad and Tobago Film Company.
Kaz Ové, director Dubois, accepts his Jury Prize for Best Local Narrative Short Film, from Camille Selvon Abrahams, board member Trinidad and Tobago Film Company.
Sean Hodgkinson, director Story About Wendy, accepts his People's Choice Award for Best Narrative Feature Film, from Brian Collins, managing director, southern caribbean, Columbus Communications (Flow) Ryan Lee, director Flying the Coup accepts his People's Choice Award for Best Short Film, from Brian Collins, managing director, southern caribbean, Columbus Communications (Flow)
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FASHIONABLE… OR NAH? he Fashion Five O hit the city to find the latest set of mischievous fashion T miscreants and it did not take that long. A quick stop at an event in Mucurapo and we had to immediately pull out the cuffs. Some of the people said we are sometimes too harsh. So you tell us. Are they fashion-foible abiding citizens, or nah? The writing on the vest says it all. So glad we didn’t have to say it. This young party-goer is rocking black on black attire. Maybe she thought the powder would balance out the darkness of her couture selection. Or Nah!
Unfortunately, guys have dragged themselves into this horrible trend as well. Yes folk, there are males over the age of 3 walking around with visible body powder on the neck and chest. What’s worse is the manner in which he is wearing his pants. We guess he thinks it’s cool. Or nah!
ISLAND CELEBRITIES
PAPARAZZI
FORMER PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC GEORGE MAXWELL RICHARDS IS ALL EARS AT LEGACY’S BAND LAUNCH
SHURWAYNE WINCHESTER AND BIG MIKE SHARE A FEW LAUGHS AT THE LEGACY BAND LAUNCH
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CELEB PROFILE
JHENÉ AIKO
Name: Jhené Aiko Efuru Chilombo Age: 26 (March 16, 1988) Profession: Singer/Songwriter Claim to Fame: Born and raised in Los Angeles, R&B singer/songwriter Jhené Aiko first came to prominence during the early years of the 2000s when she was signed to Epic and contributed vocals to several tracks for labelmates B2K. Coming from a musical family, with two of her
sisters (Miyoko and Jamila) being members of the group Gyrl, Aiko had all the musical grounding to launch her later successes through various appearances on music videos and soundtracks. After collaborating with other artists during her early to midteens, she took a brief hiatus to finish her education. In 2011, she released her comeback mixtape, Sailing Soul(s), composed of dreamy, minimal R&B vocals; it
was entirely written by Aiko herself and featured collaborations with Drake, Gucci Mane, and Kanye West. In 2012, she signed with Def Jam through No I.D.'s ARTium imprint and released the single "3:16AM." The following year proved to be pivotal for Aiko -- she featured on Big Sean's Top 40 hit "Beware" and teamed up with Drake for an appearance on his highly anticipated album Nothing Was the Same. Critics praised her performance with
MOVIES
EMBRACE THE MYSTERY A
good Mystery thriller now and again is always good for the heart. Here, we feature two upcoming films with some mystery, thrills, spills and chills to make them worth the price of admission. Horns Daniel Radcliffe, Juno Temple, Heather Graham and Sabrina Carpenter star in this Fantasy/Horror. Here’s a bit of the plot. In the aftermath of his girlfriend's mysterious death, a young man awakens to strange horns sprouting from his temples. It sounds mysterious enough to have a look.
Before I Go to Sleep This film is about a woman who wakes up every day, remembering nothing as a result of a traumatic accident in her past. However, one day, new terrifying truths emerge that force her to question everyone around her. The plot seems a little out there, but with the caliber of actors on board, it just might
work. Nicole Kidman, Colin Firth, Mark Strong and Anne-Marie Duff lead the cast of this Mystery/Thriller.
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Drake, which raised her profile globally. In November 2013 she released her debut EP, Sail Out, which included the tracks "Bed Peace" (featuring Childish Gambino) and "The Worst," the latter of which peaked at number nine on Billboard's R&B chart. Souled Out, her proper debut album, was released the following September. She is the recipient of two BET awards thus far.
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