PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad – Trinidad and Tobago has launched an exhibition paying tribute to the life and career of the world’s undisputed Calypso Monarch, the Grenadian-born Dr. Slinger Francisco, popularly known as the Mighty Sparrow.

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL - On the heels of the release of his ‘Love Notes’ album and an Order of Jamaica from his native land, Grammy-nominated jazz great, Dr. Monty Alexander, is set to bring a Valentine’s Day performance to West Palm Beach, Florida this February 14th that will see the marriage of Jamaican rhythms and vibrations with the great American song book of love songs.

Port-of-Spain, Trinidad - A former Calypso Monarch says Calypso, as an element of Trinidad and Tobago’s culture, must be rebranded. It is something Helon Francis believes, will save the artform. A new calypso rendition called, “Mighty,” released last week, the 2018 Calypso King is walking in his truth, honestly expressing his innermost feelings, even as the country presents what’s being called, “The Mother of All Carnivals.”

PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad – Veteran nine-time Calypso Monarch, Chalkdust (Dr Hollis Liverpool) and two-time monarch, Sugar Aloes (Michael Osouna) were among several calypsonians who failed to advance to the finals of the National Calypso Monarch to be held on February 19, as Carnival activities continue here leading to the climax on February 21.

Miami Beach, FL – New World Symphony is announcing I Dream a World: The Harlem Renaissance in Europe. Taking place from February 3-15, 2023, this multi-disciplinary Festival builds on 2022’s inaugural I Dream a World Festival and underlines New World Symphony’s ongoing commitment to inclusive programming and representation of Black musicians and creatives. To purchase tickets, visit bit.ly/3QzRV3P.

PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad – The Trinidad and Tobago government says it is disappointed at the decision taken by the private organizers of the International Soca Monarch competition to cancel the show this year because of a lack of funding.

New York, NY - Dancehall star Vanessa Bling known for her numerous female anthems have teamed up with reggae crooner Dyani for a sultry single titled “Soul Tied”. Produced by Damage Music, “Soul Tied” gives listeners a warm, sensual serenade about a romance that leads to a lifelong connection. In this new duet, the couple reminisce on their circumstance, something many listeners relate to. It’s this proud feeling of knowing you’ve connected in real depths with someone who will forever be a part of your life. “Soul Tied” set to release on Friday February 10th via ONErpm distribution, has garnered attention via social media since shared by Vanessa Bling on her various media pages.

Port-of-Spain, Trinidad- In the peak of the Carnival season in Trinidad and Tobago, there’s word that one of the country’s promising, young artists is rising to the occasion. Jeroam DesVignes is just 21-years-old. With a strong digital presence and increasing following, he is definitely one to watch.

New York, New York - As New York opened its first legal dispensary for recreational marijuana, New York-based, international acts Mr Easy and Kyah Baby have been giving music lovers the ultimate smoker's anthem!

New York- February 9, 2023 – Haitian American actor Nixon Cesar has joined the cast of the upcoming stage production of Arthur Miller’s The Hook, which will be produced in Red Hook, Brooklyn by the Brave New World Repertory Theatre in June of this year.

New York, New York - The full cast of the much anticipated new television series pilot From Yard has been announced.

Port-of-Spain, Trinidad - Around the world, there are people of Caribbean ancestry, fighting the good fight with high hopes of establishing the Soca music genre, as a solid one, on the international music market. DJ Spice of TeamSoca.com is one such person. In 2008 when he made the decision to “do something for the culture,” he envisioned an international music spectrum, inclusive of Caribbean artistes, DJs and personalities. His mission continues.