IN WARRIOR MODE LOCAL MATICS RAPPER TALKS NEW INTERNATIONAL NEWS COLLABORATION AND UPCOMING SHOW
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n the heels of his latest headspinning satirical track and video entitled “The Political Rap Up,” local hip-hop legend Chromatics continues to make his mark with a new release. His latest offering is an international collaboration with award winning Dj Power for his song "WARRIORS" featuring Jamaican Reggae legend and frequent Hip-Hop collaborator Junior Reid alongside Jahbami out of the Suns of Dub camp. Produced by Dj Power (Toronto) & Nightcrashers (England) this is a truly global song that sonically smashes together Hip-Hop, Reggae & Trap. Chromatics told ET&T what the process of constructing the collab was like. “DJ Power and I performed at an event in Toronto called Skylime and we built a relationship from there. Power was the DJ for Junior Reid and Jr. Reid came to the show and saw my performance. Initially the song was just Jr. Reid, but when Power asked me to
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collaborate on it, in two days’ time I was on… Then we know Jah Bami has been doing big things with Suns of Dub and me and him go way back so we got them on the track too,” he said. Matics was asked what his expectations for the song are locally, in light of radios stations shifting to more soca content to facilitate the Carnival rush. “Some stations
are still giving it airtime locally. We are in rotation on a station in LA and also in New York. I’m not too concerned with the seasonal thing though.” The wordsmith also took the time to promote his upcoming show. The November 20th event is called No Budget and it takes place at The Black Box in Wood-
brook. Tickets are already on sale at $100 a pop. Matics said this event is one for his true fans and he is looking forward to their support as he takes it back to the essence. ET&T urges fans to continue supporting our local entertainment heroes as we keep you abreast of all their latest happenings.
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rinidad and Tobago based singer/songwriter/band leader Nadia Batson is focused on standing out during the upcoming Carnival seasons throughout the world. Already taking a lead, the SASS The Band leader has released two singles; ‘Magic’ (featuring Sekon Sta) and ‘Sorry’, both of which have quickly become favourites of many Soca lovers. On both tracks Nadia can be considered as a tease as her vocals mesh brilliantly with both words and melodies leaving music enthusiasts anticipating more. Constantly in studio working on new material Nadia can be expected to release tracks produced
by Martian Music, Mega Mick, Precision Productions and Advokit Productions. The satisfaction of her fans is guaranteed and she is pulling out all the stops. For Nadia, “Quality should never be compromised” and she applies this mantra to all aspects of her life. This mantra also extends to her involvement in Digicel Rising Stars as a judge for the second consecutive year. Nadia sees it yet again as an opportunity which allows her to share her knowledge in entertainment with budding entertainers. It’s quite fair at the moment to align both released song titles to Nadia’s persona for 2016 and beyond. With musical con-
tributions that are Magical those interacting would be forced to say Sorry for their uncontrollable enjoyment. Nadia is doing things her way, to the best of her ability and refuses to be sidelined or ignored. She is putting in the work and sacrificing for ultimate success. With band rehearsals having already begun in preparation for the Carnival season, Nadia touring as a solo act and the band gearing up for performances in Anguilla and other Caribbean territories before year's end, there will be no one denying Nadia’s brilliance. Sounds like a mouthful right? Don’t take your eyes off Nadia; she has too much in store. www.amgtt.com • NOVEMBER, 2015 • ET&T
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alypso icon Slinger Francisco, otherwise known as the Mighty Sparrow received in hand the Order of the British Empire (OBE) on October 22nd. Sparrow received the award in the isle of his birth, Grenada for what was cited as “services to culture.” The Order of the British Empire is the "order of chivalry of British democracy", rewarding contributions to the arts and sciences, work with charitable and welfare organizations and public service
outside the Civil Service. It was announced since midJune of this year that the award was conferred on him during a reading of Queen Elizabeth II's
birthday list. Francisco has received several state and other high profile awards over the years. Last year, he was awarded the Order of Trinidad & Tobago, this nation’s highest award. Prior to that, he received a Lifetime achievement Award from the government in 2013. He received the Humming Bird Medal (Silver) in 1969 and followed that up with a Chaconia Medal (Gold) in 1993. Sparrow is also the holder of an honorary PhD from the University of the West Indies and a chieftaincy from the Nigerian Government
which gave him the title Chief Omo Wale of Iyoki. After leaving Grenada at age two, the calypso legend spent most of his years in Trinidad, while he developed portions of his career in Guyana and the United States. However, he has never let go of his Grenadian heritage and both he and the Grenadian public are proud that he received the award there. The Mighty Sparrow won both the Road March and Calypso Monarch titles eight times and is regarded as the Calypso King of the World.
NEW MISS WORLD T&T
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imberly Farrah Singh will no longer be representing Trinidad and Tobago at the 2015 Miss World competition. Instead runner up in the competition’s local leg in July Daniella Walcott will participate in her place. The news broke via the release of a statement from attorney Kevin Rattiram on franchise holders Oneness Entertainment Trinidad and Tobago Limited’s behest. The statement read: “Please be informed that due to certain developments following the Miss World Trinidad and Tobago beauty pageant, held on the 25th day of July, 2015, Mrs. Sahatoo-Manoo and Oneness Entertainment Trinidad and Tobago Limited, have terminated Miss Kimberly Singh, as the reigning Miss World Trinidad and Tobago, and replaced her with the first runner-up in the said pageant, Miss Daniella Walcott. Miss Walcott is therefore, now the reigning Miss World Trinidad and Tobago and shall represent Trinidad and Tobago in the Miss World Beauty Pageant, to be held in China, in December 2015." 2
she was supposed to pay the franchise holders a considerable sum of money which she was unable to produce in time and the post made it clear that Singh was not guilty of any wrongdoing. The post was later removed and Singh went on to say her social media account was hacked. Niether Mrs. Sahatoo Manoo nor Kimberly Farrah Singh would elaborate on the matter.
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President of Oneness Entertainment Vanessa SahatooManoo said that a lot of consideration went into the decision to replace Singh and stated that it was done to protect both her company’s and the country’s image. However, a potentially damaging social media firestorm erupted after a post appeared on Singh’s Facebook page stating that sponsorship and funding issues were responsible for her being cut. It insinuated that
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JEHUE GORDON DISPLAYS AMBITION TO THE WORLD
ehue Gordon is one of Trinidad and Tobago’s finest athletes. He is a World Championship winner and at only 23 years old, displays as much potential as anyone else in his field. Recently, Gordon transferred some of that potential into something more. He became the first local athlete to release his own signature fragrance at a snazzy launch at cricket legend Brian Lara’s Lady Chancellor Hill home in Port of Spain. The product was aptly named Ambition by Jehue and it is a true reflection of what people have come
to expect from the champion hurdler. Gordon said this game-changing move was influenced by the persistence of his local manager Edward Skinner who first brought up the idea over a year ago. Jehue believed it was important that he build his brand first through his performances before embarking on such an initiative. However, it seems now that such an initiative may just be the catalyst for building his brand and bringing more attention to him on the track. Several celebrities lent support to Jehue at the event. Fellow sporting heroes, Dwayne Bravo, Keiron Pollard and Keshorn Walcott were
all present. They all expressed pride in the young man’s attempt to diversify his brand as it augurs well for the upcoming crop of local athletes who are interested in alternate business endeavours in order to secure a life after sport. The cologne was manufactured by fragrance industry heavy-hitters Symrise, who operate out of Germany. It is said to be a fragrance composed of several fresh spicy and herbal scents which include a blend of cardamom, cilantro, Italian bergamot, Sicilian lemon, and French rosemary. The perfume’s bouquet is described as fern-like with woody undertones.
“KERWIN DU BOIS & CHRISTOPHER MARTIN
ENCOURAGE FEMALE CELEBRATION”
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eyond physical attributes there are some features that can be easily listed by male suitors as main attractors when referring to women. While the preferences may vary, a confident, self-assured and authentic woman can capture the attention of any right thinking man. In recognizing positive female characteristics, Kerwin Du Bois and Christopher Martin are encouraging celebration in their new release ‘Feelin Ya Self.’ It’s quite understandable why women will readily comply with the collaborative track by two of the Caribbean’s best voices. Written by both Kerwin Du Bois and Christopher Martin and produced by Du Bois, the track incorporates sincere melodies, well-penned lyrics and unique rhythms. That’s right; these descriptions have been used many times before, however, listening will further confirm why both artistes are recognized in their respective genres of Soca and Reggae for their contributions. ‘Feelin Ya Self’ will undoubtedly be embraced for the merging of their talents for Carnival 2016. A call to “Show it Off” has been made. Ladies, bring your confidence and comply! By Adanna Asson 4
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LOCAL NEWS
SHERRY-ANN LUKE ADDS “SWEETNESS” TO THE SOCA WORLD FOR THE 2016 TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO CARNIVAL SEASON THE LATEST ADDITION TO THE SOCA FRATERNITY, SHERRY-ANN LUKE IS PUTTING A VINTAGE SPIN ON MODERN DAY SOCA MUSIC WITH HER LATEST GROOVY TRACK ‘SWEETNESS’
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ince its release the young Carenage-based singer has gained the attention of Soca fans both young and old due to the song’s pulsating rhythm, classic calypso-like melody and catchy melodious hook. ‘Sweetness’ was written by Nigel Rojas, produced by Danté Pantin and mastered by MadMen Productions and according to Sherry-Ann, was inspired by the late Lord Kitchener’s Calypso hit ‘Sugar Bum Bum’. With this new track she plans to not only motivate waistline movement but to give audiences that much needed ‘sugar rush’ to get the party started. Boasting a lifetime love affair with music, Sherry-Ann brings a wealth of performance experience to her professional career having
entered and won both primary and secondary school Calypso competitions. Now in her second year as a professional Soca artiste she continues to build on the foundation laid by the very artistes that have influenced her which include Destra Garcia, Dense ‘Saucy Wow’ Belfon, Calypso Rose and
Singing Sandra. She shared, “I believe that singing is the talent that the Almighty has blessed me with, and I am only involved in this industry because of the love and passion I have for music. I chose to sing Soca Music as opposed to any other genre because Soca music is my culture and I am very proud to be a Trinbagonian.” At present, the charismatic, persistent and hard-working artiste is gearing up for a busy Carnival season while balancing her vocal training classes, strict workout regime at the gym and her job as a manager of a local seafood outlet. She aspires to showcase her talent in various upcoming carnival fetes, competitions, and media interviews and possibly land an opportunity to be a frontline singer
in a music band. Sherry-Ann also revealed her plans to apply her unique musical delivery to a wider range of genres such as Chutney, Dance hall and Traditional Calypso and to also tour regionally and internationally. The determined, up and coming Soca songstress who desires to one day collaborate with the likes of Groovy Soca Monarch Olatunji and Dancehall superstar Alkaline encourages her current and potential fans to support and follow her and her new track on social media. Stay up to date with SherryAnn Luke and ‘Sweetness’ on social media via: Facebook, Twitter and Instagram keyword - @sherryannluke Courtesy Sonique Solutions
T&T REPRESENTED IN GUADELOUPE THROUGH SOCA MASTER CLASSES WITH LA SHAUN PRESCOTT
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ver 80 participants were present at the second edition of the Soca Master Classes with La Shaun Prescott, held at Jarry’s Fitness Club in Guadeloupe last Sunday. The brainchild behind the event, Naika Pichi Ayers said that she would really like to be able to bring La Shaun to share the culture with the island three times for the year, as the participants felt that an annual event was not enough. Naika partnered with Johanna Morvan and Mario Giolet to host the two Master Classes (Beginners and Advanced) and was able to garner sponsorship from several companies such as; Gossip Curl, Jarry Fitness Club, Brico 2000, CaribbeOne, All Mol, ClimaPro, Selfie Beauty, PHP Trading, M&M's and NRJ Antilles to make the event a success. 6
Photographer Cedrick Isham captures La Shaun leading the participants through their moves, accompanied by Katherine Carrera, also of Elle NYTT
La Shaun was accompanied by Katherine Carrera, also of the dance company Elle NYTT, this being their second trip to the island for these Soca Dance Workshops. The day ended with a short dance competition, where
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the winner walked away with 2 tickets to visit Trinidad and Tobago for Carnival 2016. Persons can subscribe to her YouTube channel LaShaunPrescottOfficial for the release of the video of the sessions.
La Shaun Prescott, Founder and Artistic Director of the dance company Elle NYTT, has toured 22 states in USA with international artiste Pitbull and has also toured Europe, Canada and the USA with Trinidad and Tobago’s leading Soca artiste, Machel Montano for 7 years.
REGIONAL NEWS recently concluded tour. While with her band mates, all siblings, Morgan complained of illness and was forced to leave the tour abruptly. She was rushed to hospital where she reportedly went into cardiac arrest after her organs began shutting down. Doctors later placed her on bed rest, but her condition deteriorated before additional treatment helped save her life.
SPRAGGA IS 'THE ONLY MAN ME LOVE', SAYS FOXY BROWN UNA MORGAN RECOVERING FROM CARDIAC ARREST Una Morgan, a member of the internationally acclaimed Morgan Heritage reggae band, is recovering at home after suffering a heart attack during their Catch a Fire tour recently. Morgan, the daughter of reggae crooner, Denroy Morgan, underwent treatment for hyperthyroidism – a condition that causes abnormal acceleration of one’s metabolism and can result in sudden weight loss and irregular heartbeat among other things – shortly before the
Rastafarian dancehall artiste, Spragga Benz, is the "only man" that American rapper Foxy Brown ever truly loved. The Brooklyn emcee bared her soul in a lengthy post on social media, revealing intimate details of her relationship with Spragga, whose birth name is Carlton Grant. "(Sixteen) years ago in Trinidad, God sent me the only man who ever owned my heart. Love at first sight he said 'Ing (you are) gonna be my wife'," Foxy Brown (real name Inga Marchand) said in the caption under a photo of Spragga on Instagram. Foxy, who is of Trinidadian descent, said her mother was with the pair when they met
in the twin island republic and had described them as "inseparable". It was the beginning of a long romance between the two, who got engaged in 2001 and also collaborated on several songs including Oh Yeah off Foxy's third album, Broken Silence. "He made sure prayer, whether Yah or Jah, was at the helm of our home," Foxy said of Spragga, jokingly adding that "Beenie Man always said 'Peanut Butter weh Jelly deh' LOL!" She said they also shared difficult times with one another, including the death of Spragga's 17-year-old son, Carlton 'Carlyle' Grant Jr, who was killed by cops under questionable circumstances in Kingston.
WORLD NEWS
LAURYN HILL APPEARS IN BLACK PALESTINIAN SOLIDARITY VIDEO Lauryn Hill appeared in a video from Black Palestinian Solidarity promoting unity between the two people groups. The film, "When I See Them, I See Us," cites the deaths of Black 8
men and women at the hands of police as similar to Israel's military action in Gaza. "Every 28 hours a black life is stolen by police or vigilantes in the U.S. Every two hours, Israel killed a Palestinian child in its attack on Gaza last summer," the video says. Lauryn Hill holds up a sign that says, "Free All Political Prisoners." Cornel West, Alice Walker, Danny Glover also appear in the three-minute video. Hill canceled a show in Israel in May, citing the military conflict as reason for being unable to perform. "I’ve wanted very much to bring our live performance to this part of the world, but also to be a presence supporting justice and peace," she said. "It is very important to me that my presence or message not be misconstrued, or a source of alienation to either my Israeli or my Palestinian fans."
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DOLLY PARTON DENIES CANCER RUMOURS Dolly Parton says there is "no truth" to a National Enquirer report that claims she was diagnosed with stomach cancer. The tabloid alleges that the 69-year-old country music icon was rushed to the hospital, but in a statement posted to Parton's website, she reveals what really happened. "It is true that I had kidney stones," she said. "I had them removed three weeks ago and I am doing just fine!" Not missing an opportunity to promote her latest project, Parton
added, "I am back to work and last week I was at Dollywood filming parts for my new movie 'Coat of Many Colors.'" "I love and appreciate everyone's concern," the singer told her fans. In September, Eagles star Don Henley sparked speculation about Parton's health when he said she "got out of the hospital bed" to shoot his music video for "When I Stop Dreaming." Henley told Nashville's WKRN that Parton filmed for hours and thanked everyone on set. Afterward, "I guess [she] went back to the hospital," the rocker said.
MODEL MANIA Name: Chloé Joan Claudette Joseph Age: 23 Hometown: Mt. Pleasant, Tobago. Hobbies: Sewing, reading, training, astronomy, meditation, night life, Pinterest, Outdoorsy stuff. Career: Sales and Administration at TechBase Solutions / UWI Biology Student This milk-toned model hopes to further her studies to attain an MSc and PhD in Medical Physics as she wants to get into cancer research. As far as modeling goes, she’s feeling it out and hoping it would take her some places locally and internationally. She doesn’t have many years under her belt, but Chloe Joseph has accomplished a lot on the local modeling scene. Since her start
in 2011 she worked with photographers such as Kerron Riley, Damian Luk Pat, Brent Denoon, Nigel Reid, and J. Hamilton. She was also featured on Billboards as part of White Oak’s and Wonderful World’s 2015 campaigns. She does have a passion for fashion as evidenced by the way she spoke about her favourite designers. “I love the amazing work from YUMA Designers - David Dewer, Crystal Marcus and Adrian Wilson. I also love both Rhion Romany and Marie Colette’s individual styles. Internationally, I have always been attracted to Chloé Fashion House, Yves St. Laurent and Coco Chanel.” Style aside, her model image is maintained by keeping active with a combination of gym, running, swimming and yoga. She also implemented what she calls the weekday vegan routine which helps her get her recommended fruit and veggie intake. Someone as focused as CJ can’t be all peaches and cream. She does have some pet peeves. Bad grammar and spelling, as well as inconsiderate drivers, noisy eaters and people who practise animal cruelty top her list. Check out some of her pics.
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Photos by Melvern Isaac
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FASHION
EXOTICA
henever we do concept spreads, we are reminded of the late, great Dexter Jennings (a true master of unorW thodox design). In somewhat of an ode to the designer, we bring to you something he would undoubtedly be proud of. Check out our very carnivalesque Native American concept spread. We entitled it “Exotica.” The essence of her beauty is in her untamed nature.
When Nature meets Noire, the results can be breathtaking.
There’s much to be said about tantalizingly tribal instincts.
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DREAM
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NAME: Ajene George AGE: 26 HEIGHT: 6 feet 2 inches WEIGHT: 203 pounds CAREER: Aerodrome Engineering and Gym Instructor/ Personal Trainer BRIEFS OR BOXERS: Boxers FAVOURITE SCENT: Eternity Cologne and Gentlemen Only by Givenchy. FAVOURITE THING: Gyming day after day after day which helps me maintain a peace of mind and keeps me stress free
and looking good. YOUR DREAM GIRL: She must be independent, but leaves room for me to take care of her. She must have a strong mind, but not afraid to be vulnerable (there's something quite sexy about that). She has to be my Cheerleader, and she must be somewhat a gymaholic like her man. With all that said, after all that work hard and play hard a man have to eat good if it is a little Oil Down or something now and again. YOU WERE HEARTBROKEN: Yes, but life goes on, and it made me a better man, wiser and stronger to move forward. Keep positive!!! YOUR HERO: My Mom. She's been there for me throughout my life. Now it's my turn to be there for her. FAVOURITE FOOD: Dumpling and pork cooked down with
coconut. THE WAY TO YOUR HEART IS: A woman who can cook all types of dishes plus BAKE lol. YOU’D NEVER DO: Drugs or dealing up with any other illegal things. WHAT ABOUT PETS: I love animals, but dogs are a cut above the rest (especially Rottweilers). I have two females at home named Storm and Rogue after the comic X-Men. BEFORE YOU DIE YOU’LL: Have my dream girl (lol) and hopefully have a family, then travel. FAVOURITE ARTIST: Jason Derulo, Rob Bailey and Trey Songz. FAVOURITE MUSIC: EDM and Techno mostly for a hardcore pump at the gym. FAVOURITE PLACE FOR
A MEAL: Outdoor at night with the moonlight being our light, scented candles with some slow soothing music. Nothing beats back a hot home cooked meal though. YOU CHEATED: Ummmm.. *clears throat* NO!!!!! I'm a good guy. THE FREAKIEST THING YOU HAVE EVER DONE: Stripping. YOUR WEAK SPOT: My neck and about my body. YOUR MOTIVATION: Family, friends and watching others working hard to accomplish their goals really drives me to do the best. YOUR WORKOUT REGIMEN: My favorite quote is "Train Insane or remain the same". Sunday to Sunday no rest. A little football, basketball and running from time to time and a healthy diet mostly liquid (mostly smoothies). Photographer: Roger Jackson of Absolutpics
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to the track? Palos: I believe in baby steps, but as it gets closer to the Carnival season things will progress. At this time I only have one song. However, there are different things that are going to be done with the song. It’s going to be recreated almost about ten times. That way, every week or every different performance you’ll be seeing something new for this song. We’re starting off with baby and after we’re going crazy. Bubblers is something the whole of T&T and by extension the world will be familiar with at the end of this season.
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hirty-one year old Bon Air resident Kurt Roberts is on the entertainment up and up. Known as ‘Palos’ in the soca world, the enigmatic relative of the late, great Aldwyn ‘Kitchener’ Roberts has been making waves on the local underground circuit for some time. Now, with his tune Bubblers on the Skipe riddim gaining some traction, Palos aims to turn this impetus into fullfledged stardom. ET&T caught up with the up and coming singer/ songwriter for a chat.
ET&T: Who are your musical mentors? Palos: I have three of them. First, Aldwyn “Lord Kitchener” Roberts. I like the way he could turn anything into music. For instance, how he turned the humming of bees [Bees Melody] into a hit. I will touch on Bunji Garlin because I love his lyricism. Of course you have to respect the man who did it like a boss Machel Montano. He’s full of energy and he always thinks out of the box.
ET&T: How long have you been involved in music? Palos: Since childhood. I sang my first song that I wrote at the age of six for Lord Kitchener. It was entitled ANTS. ET&T: Do you have a career apart from Soca? Palos: I work in the Ministry of National Security, but that’s as much as I’m at liberty to discuss right now. ET&T: Who or what influenced you to pursue a career in music? Palos: My friends and family influenced me to get involved in music. Every Carnival I get told that I’m wasting time. I’ve been told that I am well talented and very lyrical. So I made this Carnival the one where I would give my musical career a jumpstart. Also, I’ve found that whenever I’m in a musical setting – whether it is instruments playing or people singing – I always feel as if something is missing and I need to be a part of that. ET&T: Where did the name Palos originate? Palos: Palos is my big brother’s name. I grew up with everyone calling me “Small Palos” or “Young Palos.” Eventually I got rid of the “small” and “young.” Plus, it is a name that stuck with me because it is a greeting that is used when 16 ET&T • NOVEMBER, 2015 • www.amgtt.com
friends meet and I am everyone’s friend.
ET&T: Describe your sound/vibe and say why you think it is needed in the industry. Palos: I find that now there are too many selfish people at parties who always keep to themselves and are on their phones. They don’t want to dance or sweat, because they are afraid their pics won’t look good. I’m just really trying tell the people to have a good time. Bring back the days when the party was all about fun and not about fashion. ET&T: You have been taking baby steps leading up to the release of Bubblers. What’s your plan in terms of your follow up
ET&T: As someone trying to make an industry breakthrough… what is one thing you would change about the industry if you had the power? Palos: The one thing I think I would change is the reluctance to accept new artistes. I think that every time a face is unfamiliar to the persons with the power to make something of the new face, it’s not readily accepted. I think that something should be done to pave a way or make opportunities for new artistes. ET&T: Anything else you would like to share with our readers? Palos: Prepare yourself, because Palos is coming and the whole world is going to be bubbling. Bubblers should not be interpreted as something smutty or slutty. A Bubbler is anyone who goes to a party to have a good time. Bubblers to the world.
THREE TIPS FOR CHOOSING A FRAGRANCE
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eauty lies in the eyes of the beholder. For many it also lies in the beholder’s nose. No matter how good you look, nobody is going to find you appealing if you don’t smell right. As such, the right fragrance is a vital addition to any beauty regimen. Here are three things to consider when choosing the right scent.
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Do not decide to buy the best-known brand of perfume or the most popular fragrance this year just because it is popular. To make a good choice, you should go to the perfumery or store that specializes in perfumes, early in the morning. Usually a person's sense of smell is more accurate in the morning. If you have the cold, allergies, or are just plain tired, save the perfume shopping expedition for another day.
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Try perfume on clean, non-perfumed skin. Use unscented soap and deodorant when dressing for your shopping trip. During one test you should try only up to three different fragrances. After trying three perfumes, your nose will not be able to recognize more scents. Do not smell the top of the bottle or its cap. The scent on the bottle cap may smell of alcohol instead of smelling accurately like the perfume. Perfume should also always be tried on your skin. Chemical reactions between your skin and the perfume may not change the scent much, or may drastically change the scent of the perfume.
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When you spray perfume on your skin for the first time, wait for about thirty seconds until alcohol evaporates. The most accurate fragrance of the perfume mixed
with your body chemistry will emerge after about 10 minutes. Then you will be able to find out what the top notes of perfume are. The top notes are highly volatile, evaporate quickly and do not last very long. Top notes will give the perfume its specific scent when it is first applied. The middle notes of a perfume will also influence the smell of the perfume for a long time, although not as long as the base notes. The base notes have a profound influence on the fragrance blend. They are very long lasting. Base notes are the scents that last the longest in a perfume. Base note essences come out 20 minutes to 2 hours after putting on the perfume. Base notes also fix other essences and give the perfume its staying power. Base notes will produce the scent that will stay the longest on your skin, which is why it is usually added first to the fragrance mixture. www.amgtt.com • NOVEMBER, 2015 • ET&T 17
EAT DRINK & JAZZ : THE SUNSHINE EDITION hile it was known as the Sunshine edition, the event took place in a beautiful evening setting at San Fernando Hill. However, there were illuminating performances throughW out with Jazz and R&B Superstar Avery Sunshine sharing the stage with “the Caribbean's
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Saxiest Hornman” Arturo Tappin; Mungal Patasar, Darren Sheppard, Farmer Nappy, Ancil Valley and others. What made this event stand out even more was the wonderful array of fine cuisine available at the all-inclusive festival. Patrons were urged to wear white at the event and they obliged, adding a lovely glow to the already enchanting hues. It was truly a night to remember and ET&T is sharing some of the memories here. For more, check our Facebook page.
Patasar and son in action
Take horn!
Promotions surely have stepped up
Ancil Valley performs
He may be right
Slaying
Enjoying the atmosphere
Avery in action
A sip and a smile
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Two pleased patrons
Aficionados
Fashion can’t ration
Enjoying the seating available
Looking ravishing post-performance
Backstage moments
A model trumpeter
Pleased as punch
Moved by the music
Cute, calm and collected
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Farmer in the Big People Party
RED OCTOBER EVENTS
ed Ants took to their familiar Queen’s Park R Oval stomping ground for this year’s edition of popular party Red October. The collabora-
tive effort with Pure saw a massive crowd show up for the festivities. The Premium all-inclusive event will be remembered for one of the most lopsided girl-guy ratios in T&T event history (Which of course we have no problem with). It was also memorable for the epic music played by the DJ’s as the Red Ants crew lead up to their jouvert launch.
Blue, blue God loves you
Good place to be outnumbered
Maintaining their chill
Loving the prints
Woman like rain
People fuh so
Smile fuh yuh money
Every right to be happy
Beautiful in black
She wouldn’t miss it for the world
A smiling lass
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Getting into a groove
Two friends share a photo op
COTT AWARDS 2015
he COTT Awards was TriniT dad and Tobago’s premier celebrity affair this year. Song-
writers, producers, musicians, vocalists, managers, media and specially invited guests gathered at Queens hall for the extraordinary event. The show was done in spectacular fashion comparable to overseas awards shows. Here are some of the celebs who were seen mingling courtesy Damian Luk Pat.
EVENTS
Sunny Bling shakes hands with Ola
Steff Kalloo and Mark Hardy share the stage
Terri Lyons and Millbeatz share a shot
Jade and Jahmoun
Rembunction, Josh Rudder and Isaac Blackman
College Boy Jesse and Jimmy October
Titan, DJ Kaotic and 5 Star Akil
Hasey, Halcyon, Analise and Joel Murray
Denise Plummer gets her gospel on
KI on his Segway
Mr. Renzo and Nenita
Past and present Miss Worlds share a pic
Morning show hosts Nikki and Ro’dey
Aaron Duncan gets some shine
Lyrical and Jehue pose
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MACKESON MOMENTS
EVENTS EXTRA
lue Food and Mackeson! A combination that was enjoyed during a weekend of activities in Tobago for the annual Blue Food FestiB val hosted by the Department of Tourism. The festival was held at the
Bloody Bay Recreational Facility on Sunday 18th October, 2015 and the Mackeson Team was most present. Beautiful girls, beautiful island, lovely food and a cold Mackeson made for an excellent weekend that won't be forgotten. Here are a few photos of what went down in the sister isle for your viewing pleasure.
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E S O C U L G Y B D E D E R R E E W O W P E S O PO C U L G #
BAD CHOICES
uman beings are naturally blessed with free will. We can choose to H do the right things, or we can opt for wrong choices. Somehow, a lot of people end up making bad choices where fashion is concerned. Without them, we at Fashion Police may not have jobs. However, we would gladly be on the breadline to save society from fashion folly
Dude, it’s all well and good to wear sunglasses to go out. It fact, shades have a real ‘cool’ factor to them. However, once, the sun goes down, they no longer make sense. This perpetrator was seen wearing sunglasses in the moonlight at one of the year’s classier events. We hope his fashion choice didn’t bring the quality of the overall event down.
This female perpetrator got all blinged out for her water party run. We won’t fault her for the ratchet accessory choices. However, the powder on her neck is both inexplicable and inexcusable. Imagine the outcome of her chest getting wet (after all, it’s a WATER PARTY). Just scrumptious!
ISLAND CELEBRITIES
PAPARAZZI
DJ KEINON OF DIEHARD EMBRACES A PHOTO OPPORTUNITY OUTSIDE OF HIS SET.
RADIO PERSONALITY WHITNEY HUSBANDS LOOKS ON ATTENTIVELY AT A PERFORMANCE DURING A RECENT REGGAE SHOW.
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CELEB PROFILE
KAREENA KAPOOR
Name: Kareena Kapoor Khan Age: 35 (21 September, 1980) Profession: Film actress, Fashion Designer, Author Claim to Fame: She was born in Bombay to a family that has produced actors for generations, including her paternal greatgrandfather, Prithviraj Kapoor; her grandfather, Raj Kapoor; her paternal uncles, Shammi, Shashi, Rishi, and Rajiv; as well as aunt, Neetu Singh, & Jennifer Kendall, the wives of Rishi and Shashi respectively. On her maternal side,
her grandfather, Hari Shivdasani, and aunt, Sadhana, have been actors in their own rights. As a child she studied in Jamnabai Narsee School in Juhu, Bombay, and thereafter was enrolled in Dehra Dun's prestigious Welham Girls' Boarding School. Then she re-located to Harvard for approximately 3 months to take a course in Information Technology and Microcomputers. Upon her return to India, she joined the Government Law College in Churchgate, Bombay,
but left it after one year, to enroll in the Kishore Namit Kapoor Acting School. Her film debut was in the year 2000 in 'Refugee' alongside Amitabh Bachchan's son, Abhishek
MOVIES
THE HOLIDAY MOVIE WILL SOON BE HERE H
alloween usually brings a host of horror films to theatres and comedies and family fare follow that up into Thanksgiving. Christmas then brings seasonal fare that was previously family oriented. Nowadays, we are seeing Rated R Christmas films in the mix (Bad Santa anyone?). Here we feature two films that will drop this holiday season – one family friendly and the other, not so much.
Christmas Eve celebration, a series of unexpected visitors and unlikely events turn the night upside down, leading them all toward a surprising
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rediscovery of family bonds and the spirit of the holiday. Director Jessie Nelson mans this comedy which stars a strong comedic cast including Olivia Wilde, Amanda Seyfried, Marisa Tomei and John Goodman. The Night Before The Night Before sees Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Lizzy Caplan, Miley Cyrus and Seth Rogen display their acting chops the best way they know how. Here’s a bit of what goes down. In New York City for their annual tradition of Christmas Eve debauchery, three lifelong best friends set out to find the Holy Grail of Christmas parties since their yearly reunion might be coming to an end.
who was also a newcomer. She went on to appear in 31 other Hindi movies, and has thus far won several Filmfare Awards. She remains one of the most bankable actresses in Bollywood.
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