Caribbean Elite Magazine (Issue 9)

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ISSUE 9

SPRING 2022

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Every year new dance craze floods the Caribbean atmosphere, and Ding Dong is no exception to his contributions. One of the biggest dance creators, Ding Dong, has continuously kept us entertained throughout the pandemic with dances like the “Rich Walk,” “Stir Fry” and many more that we can now enjoy on the road. Learn more about his incredible journey and check out my one-on-one dancing lessons from an exclusive interview.

This issue spotlights “On The Radar” Artiste like Khloe Baldeo and two “Breakthrough Artistes” lighting up the airwaves: Rae, the sweetheart of Soca, and Marcy Chin. While exploring the articles of the talented artiste, discover the savory authentic Jamaican experience from Miss T’s Kitchen located in Ochi Rios or the welcoming locals and magnificent beaches in Saint Martin.

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MARCY CHIN

ENERGETIC FEMALE RECORDING ARTISTE

Spunky, energetic and charismatic are the first words that come to mind when describing female recording artiste Marcy Chin. Chin is multi-faceted and multi-talented - honing her craft in singing, deejaying, and rapping. She doesn't see or accept limits when it comes to her craft, and can pack a neat punch on any beat with her diverse skillset.

Born Lonique Chin, Marcy began demonstrating her exceptional talent at a very early

age by writing and performing original content. She dabbled in poetry and creative writing, mastering her pen game and opening a world of possibilities. Since that time, it has been a whirlwind journey that would see her taking on the Marcy Chin persona, travelling overseas gaining the respect and love of fans across all genres, and building her repertoire as an international lyrical powerhouse.

In 2013, Chin offered the public a taste of her persona and talent

with the release of her first mix tape titled, Sex, Guns and Smoke, produced by Kunley Da Kulprit of Ward 21. A year later, Marcy embarked on a South American tour with Ward 21 that saw her as a main act, winning the hearts of non-English speaking fans of all ages who could recite her lyrics word for word. Mary returned to Jamaica with bigger ambitions and established a virtual circle for her beloved fans of Chin City. Marcy describes her music as a fusion of her greatest loves Hip Hop, Neo-

@MarcyChinOfficial

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Soul, House/Trance, Pop and of course the original hardcore Dancehall. Her 2019 dance/ club banger Soy Bonita with electronic duo French Horn Rebellion was featured in Season 4 (Episode 2) of The Bold Type, an American comedy-drama series produced by Universal Television for Freeform. Soy Bonita was also featured in the American police procedural anthology television series, The Sinner (Season 3, Episode 4), which stars Jessica Biel, Bill Pullman and Jamaicanborn actress Parisa Fitz-Henley.

Fast forward to 2020, the petite bombshell is now one of the charges signed to businessman and music executive Josef Bogdanovich’s Down Sound Records (DSR). In 2021, Marcy went viral on social media when she joined thousands of other celebrities and influencers and used her voice to express concern about the increased incidents of rape and sexual abuse of women and children. She released her freestyle name Warning on Instagram, garnering thousands of views, spreading awareness &

instigating tremendous responses of accountability for the increasing occurrences. She later recorded the extended version to the freestyle with the title track of the same name. “I just like to remind women of our power from time to time. If that brings comfort to my listeners then I would have done my part. I'm interested in contributing in any way to properly help women who are victims,” Marcy said when asked about her desire to pen and release Warning. Cancel Rape Culture, a song that was birthed due to the frequent incidents of rape and abduction in Jamaica, was released in October 2021.

Marcy has enjoyed success on several iTunes reggae charts globally. “When Again”, released in 2014 peaked at number three on the iTunes Reggae chart in Israel, while "Lipstick" produced by Down Sound Records (DSR) hit number three on the iTunes Reggae chart in Italy (March 2021). Her other tracks, "Mi Money", "No Means No", and "Rise" also dented the iTunes Reggae charts (May 2021 in Israel). Wul Night, another of her releases, hit number one in the iTunes reggae charts in Finland and Slovenia in June 2021.

The remix of the song also charted multiple times in June. Mek it Bunx Up, a collaboration with Deewun also did well for her, racking up more than 30 million views on YouTube since its release in 2016. For Marcy, time is the master. She is reveling in her organic growth in one of the toughest creative industries.

ALBUM OF THE YEAR PRODUCER Lenoi Bentley

Lenoi Bentley is a professional music producer/composer who was born in the 90s and is originally from Mandeville, Jamaica. The ambitious producer classifies himself to be very driven, authentic, creative and intellectual.

Growing up in church he learn and gained interest in music. Lenoi played in church bands as a drummer and pianist.

He also start making beats in high school as a hobby, then further took it professionally after getting great reaction and positive feedback from young artistes locally. Lenoi has been

producing music for over 5 years. He gained attraction from working with popular Dancehall Artistes such Masicka, Tommy Lee Sparta, Squash, Chronic Law, just to name a few. Lenoi produced his first hit single titled “Have it” by Masicka in year 2019 which was released

RATE WHO RATE YOU. WORK SMART, NOT HARD.

under Gena Syde Records, and also Tommy lee Sparta “Gone” track 8 on Reincarnation Album in the same year. Lenoi produce/composed execution riddim featuring, Squash, Chronic Law, Intence and Laden. His most recent productions are, Masicka Suicide Note, Contract Killer and highlight from the 438 Album in collaboration with Corey Todd and Genahsyde Records. His inspirational mentors are, Metro Boomin , Di Genius and Rvssian. Now the CEO of own record label “Lenoi Bentley is creating Fresh original productions alongside other producers . creating a platform for young talents to shine...

@LenoiBentley

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RAE RAE

SWEETHEART OF SOCA

Hailing from the twin island Republic and melting pot of Trinidad and Tobago, US based artiste Rae is well on her way to becoming one of the formidable female talents of Soca music. Rae has been deemed the “Sweetheart of Soca” by many, due to her infectious, warm, down to earth personality.

The Caribbean songstress

continues to grow her catalog with 2021 offerings like, “Distraction”, “Soca Make Us” featuring College Boy Jesse, “Better” off of NMG’s Fem Fury Riddim, “Whole Day”, which is featured on DJ Private Ryan’s house of Calypso Project and her most recent release “Sweetest Whine” off the LaVean Project produced by ShakerHD.

With musical training from Frank Sinatra School Of Arts in New York,

Rae has influences in R&B, Reggae and Calypso. These influences can easily be heard in her tone, style and delivery. She made her debut in September 2019 with her first release, “Say Something” which was then followed up with “Problems” and “Work It” off of Mottos’s Toatin Riddim for Carnival 2020. She comes as a total package and the world is her stage.

vi Da Artiste is a musical prodigy hailing from the southern part of Trinidad and Tobago. Avi musical journey began in 2005, where he discovered his melodious voice and deep passion for music which inspired him to sing covers. Avi started doing live performances at school and cultural events throughout Trinidad. Avi learnt the skills of excellent communication and networking as his curious mind came into play. The prodigy intensely values creativity and learning. Avi was determined to understand the concepts of song writing and music production. This determination was the leading light that confirmed his journey to musical success.

In July of 2020, the artiste released his first original single, “My Team”. Since then, Avi has been creating and improving the sound that he wishes to deliver. Universe of Versatility signals the start of an explosive journey, in which Avi wishes to show the world, that the key characteristic of a great artiste is the ability to transform and create various styles of music, in a premium manner consistently. In this universe, you experience captivating melodies, intelligently crafted

VERSATILITY AT ITS BEST AVI

POSITIVE MUSIC AND POSITIVE VIBE BRINGS PROSITVE ENERGY

lyrics, together with rich, distinct flows. With a high influence from Caribbean countries such as Trinidad and Tobago and Jamaica, Avi wishes to showcase his culture to the universe.

@AvidaArtiste

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Avi current mission is to unite cultures around the globe and help end racism. He feels musically free and wants to use his music as a form of expression. Avi’s feel-good music will uplift your mood and add positive energy to your day. Avi’s style represents a fusion of multiple genres such as Dancehall, Soca, Pop, RNB, Hip-Hop and Afrobeat to produce a resonant and unique sound. The blend of texture and dynamics combine to make ‘feel good’ music that you have never heard before. The artiste takes pride in the message in his music, which aims to evoke uplifting and sanguine emotions.

TRINIDAD

MISS T'S KITCHEN AUTHENTIIC JAMAICAN DINING EXPERIENCE

By Andrene Nicole EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Anna-Kay Tomlinson, affectionately known as "Miss T”, opened Miss T’s Kitchen in May 2009, fulfilling her lifelong dream of creating a truly authentic Jamaican dining experience. Her passion for cooking, knowledge of Caribbean herbs and spices and years of

catering experience, resulted in her blending the tastes, smells, sights, and sounds of her island home, into an unforgettable cultural celebration. She has created a restaurant that is exemplary of all things Jamaican: the rustic country cuisine, the colourful culture, and the great outdoors.

There are no walls at Miss T’s Kitchen; just a roof held up by tree-like posts decorated with red fairy lights. “No walls” describes the real Miss T and no

limitations! Anna-Kay Tomlinson is a self-taught chef, who turned her passion for cooking into the only gourmet authentic Jamaican restaurant, not just in Ocho Rios, but the entire Jamaica.

Since opening her doors in 2009, Anna-Kay has cooked with celebrity chefs Guy Fieri, Andrew Zimmerman and Antoine Sicotte. The restaurant has been featured on television on The Food Network, The Bachelor, Real Housewives of Atlanta, as well as in magazines, including

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Vogue, Conde Naste Traveller, Elle Magazine, Town and Country, En Route, and West Jet. In addition, many international newspapers, including the Financial Times of London and The Sun has carried it. Miss T has been a winner at the prestigious and most sought after Jamaica Observer Food Awards from 2012 – 2016 for ‘The Gem of St. Ann’, and ‘Best Oxtail’, and was named Jamaica’s ‘Food Ambassador of the Year’ 2012-13. Most recently, Miss T’s Kitchen was rewarded Second place, for the

best restaurant in the Caribbean by USA Today's 10 Best Readers Choice Travel awards.

Her vision is to expose Jamaican food to the world like the country has done with music and sports. This has taken her to France to cook for the Reggae Sun Ska Festival in Bordeaux. She has also cooked at several exclusive private functions, including Soho House in New York City.

With a love for travel, she has combined Jamaican food with other cuisines, to create a

delicious fusion, making her style of cooking extremely eclectic. Other notable celebrities that have enjoyed her delectable fare have been Kathie Lee & Hoda (NBC), as well as Ziggy Marley, the son of the legendary Bob Marley at the South Beach Wine and Food Festival (SOBEWFF). Her current passion project is to launch her cookbook, which is a journey through Jamaica, and to share it with the world.

Jamaica is her first love and its food, her heart and soul!

JAMAICA

Khole Baldeo Island Girl

Khole was born and raised on a small island. She has always had big dreams of international success as an artiste and has never given up despite the challenges, including being a female in a very male dominated industry in the Caribbean, and coming from a small conservative society and having an alternative sound and style. Khole is an emerging recording artiste and songwriter

from the small Caribbean island Grenada where she has been developing her unique and captivating sound. A few words that are used to describe Khole Baldeo are, sexy, fierce and incredibly talented. She is also known as the island girl.

Khole stood out from the rest, becoming renowned for her stage performances, and wide range of musical styles including: R&B, pop, hip-hop, soul, and even dance music. Accompanied by

bands and musicians from many parts of the world throughout her musical journey, Khole has opened shows for the likes of Buju Banton and Sizzla Kalonji and performed at and for a wide range of public and private venues and audiences. Khole has just released her debut single, “Island Girl”. You can click the YouTube link here to see the video that was dropped.

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I want to touch people's soul with my voice, when people hear my music I want them to really connect with themself.

@KholeBaldeoOfficial @LongLiveKhole

GRENADA

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*Ding Dong

The year is 1985.

In the streets of Nannyville, a volatile community in Kingston, Jamaica, kids are playing football, while some are dancing to the electrifying vibrations of authentic dancehall music. This is usually the pastime in most of these communities-their outlet, their happiness.

Five-year-old Kemar

Christopher Dwaine Ottey lives with his extended family. A few years earlier, his father, Ferdinand, was killed. Kemar feels a great responsibility to his family, even at a young age. He would eventually find a way to contribute to his family’s finances. In Nannyville, there are often dances and at the end of the night when the last patron leaves, young Kemar would retrieve the left-over empty alcohol bottles and sell them. This would become the foundation on which he built his entrepreneurial skills and

Ding Dong talks about his Three Loves Dance, Music and Fashion

initiation into the fascinating world of dance and dancehall music. Today, Kemar is known widely as Ding Dong- a nickname given

most consistent and entertaining artistes. There is something to be said about invariably creating music and dances to keep the purveyors of dancehall happy and entertained. But to excel at anything in life, it takes mental fortitude, courage, conviction, and for Ding Dong, a strong Christian faith, which he’s had since he was a child. Along with the Higher and Supreme Being, Ding Dong draws his inspiration from the dances and parties he attends, where he started as a little boy collecting bottles.

Ding said, once there is a party, he will be able to create.

a star. Ding Dong has created a niche for himself along with Ravers Clavers. The group he formed solidified him as one of Dancehall’s

That is where he gets a sense of freedom. He said that he doesn’t worry about finding a new dance. It comes naturally to him. Once the dance comes, the song will come. Once the song comes, the dance will come.

Ding Dong Ravers Clavers has contributed significantly to the reignition of dancing in the

SOMETIMES THE RHYTHM TAKES YOUR BODY TO SOME PLACES WHERE YOU DIDN’T KNOW IT COULD TAKE YOU OR IT MAKES YOUR BODY DO THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW IT COULD DO. IT’S WITHIN US, FROM ANCIENT DAYS, THROUGH OUR ANCESTORS, AND IT’S ONE OF THE BLESSINGS THAT HAVE BEEN PASSED DOWN ON ME."

@DingDonGravers

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"Bogle told me that I have to create dances with just enough difficulty to give people time to learn because if you make it too easy, they will move on to the next thing quickly."

industry. In the the early 2000s, Ding Dong committed to honoring his calling, which is dance. He was a member of the Flatbush Dance Crew, where he spent an exorbitant amount of time perfecting his craft. He became undeniably famous on the dancing scene after putting in hours at an event called Early Mondays and showing off some of the timeless dances created by him including, Swing Song, Part Di Crowd, Chakka Chakka, Flowers a Bloom, ‘Paranoid, and Dip again. In 2003, Ding Dong created his dancing crew, Ravers Clavers. Ironically, Ding Dong was making dances that were so complex that only he could do them. He wanted to be watched and admired. Over the years, he found a foolproof method that has allowed his songs and dances to dominate the dancehall space.

Dancing advice was also given to Ding Dong by his dancing idol, Gerald Levy aka Bogle. I had to minimize the technicalities in the dances and give people the amusement of practicing the moves, Ding Dong said. His first single “Badman Fawud,” was released in late 2005, just a few months after Bogle was shot and killed. Four years later he led the call for Jamaicans to embrace dancing again in the ultimate tribute to his idol

when he became involved in making the single “Wacky Dip” performed by Voicemail. Since then, consistency has been the name of the game for the Nannyville native, reeling off hits after hits and it is evident in his craft that he has given much credit to that advice.

Though music and dance have been Ding Dong’s most notable passions, fashion has always been one of his loves.

which started a mutually beneficial working relationship between the two. Romeich had desired to give up on music and sell his musical equipment, but Ding Dong stepped in and encouraged him not to. The studio became a place where a lot of magic happened. That was where Shenseea recorded her early hits and where Ding Dong still records his songs.

Though Romeich and others may have seen Ding Dong’s love for fashion trends and labeled him as a fashionista, it was always Ding Dong’s dream to have that translated into a business. Little Kemar from Nannyville who sold empty bottles to make extra money has always had big aspirations for himself as a businessman and when the right time came, he made those dreams a reality. The brand which appeals to both men and women offers its signature sunglasses, jackets, hats, polos, and t-shirts. Ding Dong said that he always wanted to do fashion, but he didn’t understand how to go about it. He knocked on a couple of doors and it didn’t happen. With the help of his wife, he was able to start an amazing brand which can be found at dndgthebrand.com.

His style and trends in dancehall caught the attention of worldrenowned Artiste Manager and Fashion Designer, Romeich Major of Romeich Entertainment. Ding Dong said that Romeich reached out to him and told him to come to see him at his headquarters on Waltham Park Road. He gave him a tour and showed him around the studio when he went there,

Ding Dong still harbors aspirations of creating a musical legacy by releasing his album which will be true to the playful, carefree spirit of his youth. He has come far from reselling empty glass bottles and is now one of dancehall’s most influential figures. He says he is nervous when he sees the scale of his ambitions. However, he embraces the responsibility which comes with his creativity, and his name is a reminder to answer each call.

I am a big brand and I will be competing with the best of them. I’ll have a store right next to the likes of Louis Vuitton and Gucci, just give me some time."

SAINT MARTIN MORE THAN JUST AN EXHIBITION

By Andrene Nicole EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Saint Martin is an experience all on its own. From the beautiful greenery to the freedom of the nude beaches, Saint Martin was an experience I will never forget. If you are not as adventurous and would decline visiting a nude beach, not to worry, there are plenty of amazing beaches that can appease your appetite. Here is a little history on Saint Martin and places you must visit.

Saint Martin is the northern region of an island nation divided between France and the Netherlands. It is a French territory covering about two-thirds of the island located in the Leeward Island region. It is well known for its nude beaches and high-end, trendy shops.

MARIGOT- CAPITAL CITY OF SAINT MARTIN: Once a small fishing village, Marigot has blossomed into a quintessentially Caribbean town known for its sidewalk bistros and colorful gingerbread houses. The capital of the French side of St. Martin mixes a few traditional tourist attractions with many opportunities for

seaside adventure. “Marigot” literally means “swamp,” and the area around the capital was filled with them when the town was established. Throughout the 18th century, the town grew thanks to booming sugar cane production and land filling projects, and today it is home to all the local government departments, vibrant markets, romantic promenades and some of St. Martin's most interesting architecture.

The town is a mecca for dutyfree shopping, and the winding streets of the central district are lined with French fashion and luxury boutiques. Many of the world's most prestigious brands

can be found there, and the unbeatable prices make Marigot a great place to stock up on gifts and souvenirs.

For a more traditional shopping experience, spend a day exploring the sprawling Marigot market, a melting pot of smells, colors and sights that exudes a lively hustle and bustle. Locals arrive each morning as the sun comes up to sell the freshest fruits and vegetables, fish, spices and meats, and traditional restaurants hug the perimeter. Don't leave without sampling the sweetly flavored rums and indulging in some “colombo,” a fish stew spiced with a curry blend.

THE OTHER SIDE OF SAINT

MARTIN: Sint Maartin is the southern region of the island nation, Saint Martin, divided between France and the

Netherlands. Sint Maarten is the Netherlands territory covering about one-third of the island. It is known for its nightlife, beaches, casinos, and its native rum-based drinks. The main transportation onto the island is through the Princess Juliana International Airport.

BEACHES: The beach at Simpson Bay is one of the most pristine and tranquil around Philipsburg. The long curve of white sand welcomes sunbathers, swimmers, snorkelers and other water enthusiasts, and families often gather there to splash in the waves on the weekends. Other popular beaches around

Philipsburg include Pelican Beach, Cupecoy Beach and Kim Sha Beach, a perfect area for diving.

The fun goes all night long in Philipsburg. The neon lights of six casinos shine throughout the capital, and the Vegas-style gambling is some of the best in the Caribbean. Take a break between hands to dance to international hits at the nightclubs, or go from beach bar to beach bar making new friends and partying under the blanket of stars above. So why wait! Book your trip to the beautiful St Martin. I promise it will be unforgettable!

If you are not as adventurous and would decline visiting a nude beach, not to worry, there are plenty of amazing beaches that can appease your appetite.

ST MARTIN

DANCEHALL FUSION ARTISTE Essae JV

Dancehall fusion artiste Essae

JV is basking in much success following the release of his Sinna Wida Prayer album. Essae is self-produced on his Fast Nation Music imprint, Sinna Wida Prayer boasts eleven tracks to include, Sinna, Prayer, Change, ‘Wages’ a collaboration with Cubanis, Dung A Town and Fire Burning featuring NST Cisum.Essae’s album hit digital stores on February 4th and debuted on the Reggae ITunes charts in The USA at number 19 and in Ghana at number 2.For three weeks running, Sinna Wid A Prayer has maintained a spot in the top three on Ghana’s Reggae charts while singles like, Neva Before and Sinna landed on the Reggae charts in countries like Slovenia and Germany.The visuals for Change and Prayer have hit media platforms and have already managed to garner thousands of streams while the artiste continues to shoot the remaining visuals for the album.

After Essae released his friendly ghost EP, Essae celebrated by giving back to students in his hometown Linstead, St. Catherine. The artiste and his team aided children from various age groups

with stationary supplies and tools necessary to help foster their educational growth. This initiative was used to introduce Essae’s forthcoming charity branded, the FNM Foundation where the artiste will continuously provide children in need with assistance.

Essae shares that he hopes to launch his foundation and expand to communities outside of St. Catherine. Launching this foundation means a lot to him because it has always been a dream to be able to give back and now that he is grown up and able to help the youths of tomorrow Essae intend on doing everything he can for them. For his next project Essae is hoping to get electronic devices among

other gadgets that some students may not have, especially to accommodate the new school regulations. Essae also plan on seeking out people who can donate to the cause in an effort to help students across the entire Jamaican diaspora.

IT'S MY DREAM TO BE ABLE TO GIVE BACK"

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@IamEssaeJV

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YEMI ALADE

Yemi Alade finds her man with new kranium collab

New York, NY - Move over Johnny, newly welcomed Grammy alumni Yemi Alade is telling the world about her new man. The Nigerian superstar opens up about the sweeter side of love with her new single My Man ft. Dancehall artiste Kranium. The two slow it down for this one, delivering an irresistible serenade over the Jazzy, Afrobeats track. ‘My Man’ is set to be released Friday, April 8th on all streaming platforms.

In her recent viral Lip Service interview with Power 105.1’s Angela Yee, Yemi simply replies saying it’s a love story when asked what the song is about. With further probing from Angela, Yemi goes on to admit that this single, however, is personal for her and blushingly recites the song’s chorus. She sings, let me tell you about my man o, 6 pack no be the thing wah mek me fall for

Amo, I dey fell like a Queen whenever I dey by his side.

In July 2019, Yemi Alade was featured on "Don’t Jealous Me", a track from Beyoncé’s compilation album The Lion King "The Gift". She appeared on the track alongside Mr. Eazi and Tekno. Rolling Stone magazine revealed that Yemi Alade also recorded a verse for an earlier version of My Power. With four albums, one EP and hits such as Johnny, Ferrari, Na Gode and Bum Bum under her belt, as one of the first females in the genre to hit over 100 million views on YouTube and over 1 million dedicated subscribers, Yemi Alade is the No 1 Afropop female artist on the

It's a love Story

African continent. Beyond the studio, Yemi continues to make an impact in the entertainment world, donning titles such as composer, actress, and producer.

@YemiAlade

NIGERIA

The Carnival Society of Boston

Fine arts of Carnival

The Carnival Society of Boston

Formed on November 22nd, 2019, as an Interim board to form a commission for the protection of Cultural tradition, financial Development, Integrity, Appreciation and Industry ProArtiste based Carnival Arts. The evening was a gathering of Carnival Enthusiasts and Entrepreneurs with an intent to dignify and raise awareness to the rich cultural history, Tradition and Heritage around the Fine arts of Carnival and all other formats of

cultural carnival expressions.

A commission was proposed by the President Mister. Johann Correa. To which several community and arts leaders in the city of Boston, Brazil and Trinidad & Tobago were invited to join in support as a first year interim board. CSB President J. Correa cordially invites citizens of all places that share our rich cultural tradition of Carnival to visit the great City of Boston to experience the Cosmopolitan Arts and Diversity that makes our city a

hub of the world.

CSB President. -J. Correa Coming out of the ashes of a pandemic the CSB presented two Carnival/Mardi Gras Queens, two Maids of the Court and a “masked Debutante” on the day of February 27th and Mardi Gras day March 1st, 2022.

Alexis Louis: I am Alexis Danielle Louis, a descendant of Haitian and Barbadian Ancestral Roots, with a calling to be a healer, businesswoman in holistic beauty, wellness, and divine creative. I

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have recently stepped into the role of a debutante with the Carnival Society of Boston as a longstanding tradition and honor to all my ancestry, where this rite of passage not only introduces me to the world but also highlights my achievements and future endeavors. I hope to be of service and reference to my communities

and future women who dream to achieve and excel. @itslexi_11 Court/Debutante section: CSB & MOA 2022 Official Court of Carnival and season debutantes. Serving as Rex Momus king of carnival Mister Serghino Lambert René of West Roxbury, Consort Queen of carnival Miss Nicelyne Georges of Cambridge/Los

Angeles, First Maids to the Queen Miss Janesica Johnson, Presented by Mistier Thiago Gonçalves Pego, Queen’s Maid Miss Deisy Kelly, Presented by Mister Yesther Diaz Kelly, Court Presented by CSB President, KGC Mister J. Correa of East Boston.

the rich cultural tradition of carnival.

Alborosie Discover the Music of Italian

Born Reggae

Artiste Alborosie

By Andrene Nicole

International Roots Rock

Reggae performer, producer, and Dub engineer Alborosie has been winning fans all over the world for years and truly cemented his place in Reggae music history. Renowned by peers and fans for his unique and versatile approach, Alborosie takes another step forward with the release of his new single "Asi." This new single is his first Reggae En Espanol solo recording and it is proving to be a smash. A talented writer, producer and multi-instrumentalist who sings as well as deejays, Alborosie lived in Kingston for over a decade and is a foundational contributor to Jamaica's resurgent Roots Reggae scene thanks to a series of widely acclaimed albums on the Greensleeves UK label. He has worked with a plethora of Reggae icons and innovators including, King Jammy, The Wailing Souls, Roots Radics, and Original

Wailers to name a few. When discussing Alborosie’s work, the esteemed Broadcaster & selector Sir David Rodigan said "Music knows no boundaries, music is an international force, an international

language. From Sicily to Kingston, Jamaica, this is Alborosie. Real, authentic Reggae music.” The measure of his crossover success goes to show that music truly is a universal language.

Music knows no boundaries, music is an international force, an international language."

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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

@AlborosieOfficial Alborosie Official Page

JAMAICA SICILY

Derron Blackman commonly known as Johnny Blackman and later D. Blackman is the son of the creator of Soca Music Ras Shorty I aka Lord Shorty. D. Blackman musical style consists of Soca with a touch of African and Latin rhythms and a little bit of Hip Hop.

Born in Trinidad and Tobago, D.Blackman was raised with his 14 siblings who are all musically talented. They played in the band The Love Circle with their Father Ras Shorty I as the lead vocalist. They lived minimally in the town of Piparo. Here is where his musical

D. Blackman INTOXICATING THE STAGE

journey started at 11 years old. He later started travelling the world in 1997 to experience music. He played in countries like Thailand, India , Malaysia, Taiwan, Singapore and the USA. He finally settled in California playing with multiple bands like Upstream, which consisted of two of his siblings Haile and Dereck Blackman. He also played with Avion Blackman and Bredrin Daddys. He recorded a few songs with these bands such as Bag of Tricks, When you come to Long beach with Bredrin Daddys. And with Upstream, he recorded "Kiss Me Again" and "Jump to the Rhythm." With his sister Avion Blackman, he

recorded some Christian music like "Sweet Life," "I love you Father" and many more.

Now as a solo artist, D Blackman brings the unique flavor of Soca music with African and Latin Rhythm and Hip Hop to the US. He currently has 2 songs out. "There For You" and "Put It On Me." He writes feel good music influenced by Nailah Blackman, Kes the band, Erphaan Alves and Lord Shorty, all Caribbean musicians .His charismatic personality brings an intoxicating stage presence, which fits well with his innovative and refreshing sound.

Soca with a touch of African, Latin rhythms and a little bit of Hip Hop.

@D.BlackManMusic D. Blackman

DJ SPICE PICKS

TOP TRENDING SOCA

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SOCA TOP TRENDING SONGS

BLAXX - MASH UP

VIKING / DING DONG - LEAVE IT ALONE

TERRI LYONS - FLING BAM BAM

SHAL - I OUTSIDE (IMAGINE IF)

LYRIKAL - FETE CYAH OVER

ADAM O - STRESS BOUT DAT

FAITH CALLENDER - BRING IT

FAY ANN LYONS - SOMETHING SPECIAL

JADEL - UP IN THE PARTY

MIC LOVE - WHEN AH DRUNK

SKINNY FABULOUS - NEW GYAL

BUNJI GARLIN / MASTAMINDPROD - DNA

LYRIKAL - WOMAN AH DE YEAR

PATRICE ROBERTS - ROCK ME

PROBLEM CHILD - YOU LIED

GBM NUTRON / IMANI RAY - DANCING PARTNER

DJ CHEEM / QQ - BING BONG

ARMY GUY & BOOGY RANKSS - TAMBOU & PAN

DJ CHEEM & BOOGY RANKSS - DUTTY

MECHACH & BOOGY RANKSS - SOCA & LIQUOR

MELICK & BOOGY RANKSS - TAKE BAMBOO

TALLER DAN - SUCKA BAG

TRINIDAD KILLA / BOOGY RANKSS - COME DOWN FROM DEY

ERPHAAN ALVES / SHAL MARSHALL - MASH UP

CHARLY BLACK - HOLD ME

MACHEL MONTANO - 10 OUTTA 10

MOTTO - FLAVOR (FRENCH VANILLA)

TEDDYSON JOHN / SKINNY FABULOUS - PEOPLE BUSINESS

SKINNY FABULOUS - BLINKIN BAD

MIC LOVE - FORK

RICARDO DRUE - WEAK

*SONGS ARE NOT IN ANY PARTICULAR ORDER

MARVELUS / ADAM O - BAD TINGZ

MARVELUS X RICARDO DRUE - TORNADO

MACHEL MONTANO / TRAVIS WORLD / DAN EVENS - HAPPY PAPI

PATRICE ROBERTS / TRAVIS WORLD / DAN EVENS - MIND MY BUSINESS

SURVIVORS - KERNAL ROBERTS & ZAN

KES / J PERRY / MICHAEL BRUN - LIKI TIKI

KES THE BAND - JOLENE

KING BUBBA FM - RING DING

KING BUBBA FM - BLESSINGS

MICAL TEJA / NAILAH BLACKMAN - DINGOLAY

NADIA BATSON - JELLY

NADIA BATSON - WE WOULDA

NAILAH BLACKMAN - BODUM BODUM

PROBLEM CHILD - CROCODILE

PROBLEM CHILD - DE SALTFISH

PROBLEM CHILD - UNDER VIBES

PROBLEM CHILD - WINE ON YA

SKINNY FABULOUS - INCHES

SKINNY FABULOUS - PIECES

ADAM O / RAE - HOT TOPIC

GBM NUTRON - SWEETNESS

PROBLEM CHILD - HELP ME

LYRIKAL - ONE DANCE

ADAM O - GOING UNDER

MACHEL MONTANO / PROBLEM CHILD - JUST DANCE

KERNAL ROBERTS - TILT

GBM NUTRON - DOWN DEY

VIKING DING DONG / MACHEL MONTANO - BAD CHARGIE

VOICE - OUT_AND_BAD

VOICE - PEACE OF MIND MASTER

RENECIA BRITTO

COUNTRY:

Trinidad

OCUPATION:

Administrative Assistant

FAVORITE ARTISTE(S):

Patrice Roberts, Machel Montano

FAVORITE SONG(S):

Patrice - Carry On

Machel - Fast Wine

@BabyGirl_Butterfly

MASSIVE B PICKS

TOP TRENDING DANCEHALL & REGGAE

@BobbyKonders

TOP TRENDING SONGS

DANCEHALL SONGS

SHAGGY - MI NUH KNOW

SEAN PAUL & PIA MIA - HOW WE DO IT

JASHII - BORN FIGHTER / CREAM OF THE CROP

INTENCE - CLUTCHA / NEW GEAR

VYBZ KARTEL SHANEIL MUIR - RIDE IT

IQ & STEFLON DON - BUN FI BUN

MASICKA & STEFLON DON - MOMENTS

SKENG - CURVES

SKILLIBENG - WHAP WHAP

BAYKA - MOBSTER

JADA KINGDOM - DICKMATIZE

KRANIUM - WE DEH YAH

SWAZZ - BADMAN TABLE (GUNMAN TABLE)

MASICKA - HISTORY

SHENSEEA - SHEN EX ANTHEM

DING DONG - STIR FRY

REGGAE SONGS

COCOA TEA - WEH YA GONE

ANTHONY B - TURN UP THE MUSIC

VYBZ KARTEL & MIKEL ROSE - WEED

COLLIE BUDDZ & BOUNTY KILLER - TWISTED AGENDA

ROMAIN VIRGO - GOOD WOMAN

CHRISTOPHER ELLIS - RUB A DUB

TARRUS RILEY - LOVE SOLUTION

*SONGS ARE NOT IN ANY PARTICULAR ORDER