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Twenty Years Later, Bitts is Fueled, Fierce and Ready for Brighter Days

Port-of-Spain, Trinidad - She has promised herself that she will never sit out playing mas again. As an artiste, Shivonne Churche-Isaacs, the entertainer known as Lil’ Bitts, understand the ins and outs of the festival season in Trinidad and Tobago. She’s been in the business for 20 years, but never in a million years had she imagined she would feel the way she did when she made the conscious decision, one season, to sit out parading the streets on Carnival Monday and Tuesday. Bitts said she literally got sick and has since vowed, she will never ignore Carnival’s call again. All set and ready to hit the road with Yuma on Carnival Monday and Tuesday, the singer is excited about this long carnival 2025 season.

Jamaican Singer Wormbass Has Big Plans For 2025: Peforming Music Globally

By Wormbass' standards, 2024 was a slow year in terms of songs released. While the Jamaican singer/musician had only two singles on the market, he said his creative juices continued to flow. "Sunshine", which he co-produced with Michael Jacas, and Illusion, which he did for Polish producer Krystian “K-Jah” Walczak, were released in mid and late 2024, respectively. 

Trinidad and Tobago's Solomons Bespoke Shows a Different Side of Vybz Kartel With Signature Styling

Port-of-Spain, Trinidad - The world is watching as the Caribbean’s collective superpowers unite to deliver style, music and professionalism. On December 31st, globally recognized Jamaican dancehall artiste, Adidja Palmer- best known as Vybz Kartel, wore a signature suit, tailored to the highest standard, as he mounted the stage at his highly anticipated return concert, in Jamaica. Freedom Street, the first major concert appearance by the entertainer in 13- years, was not only a pivotal moment for the artiste, but certainly the Trinidad and Tobago menswear designer who outfitted for the occasion.

Fresh and Optimistic, Johes Santana Enters The Soca Space to Heal, With 'Numb'

Port-of-Spain, Trinidad - People do things for different reasons. On the cusp of turning 28, Josiah Santana- a Tabaquite native who now resides in the San Juan, Trinidad area, has unleashed his very first Soca single. ‘Numb’ is his personal expression, penned by the artiste himself, to draw awareness to the fact that the mind needs time for rest and rejuvenation. Though no newbie to music and performance, Santana’s thrust in the heat of the Carnival 2025 season, is one he knows can change someone’s life.

A Winner At Heart, Chynee Releases 'Ben'; Studies Soca's Greats

Port-of-Spain, Trinidad -Elevation requires separation. For Richard Valentine, the entertainer known as Chynee, or to some, Macoy - his earlier years in music have led him on a journey of development as an artiste. Years after winning the Synergy Soca Star competition, the East, Trinidad native is back in the mix, releasing new Soca music and connecting the dots as he builds a career that he knows he’ll be proud of.

Anguilla-Born Artist Olaide Banks Blends Caribbean Roots With Universal Themes of Resilience and Hope in Reggae Anthem

Multi-talented, singer-songwriter and musician Olaide Banks is set to release his new single, “My Home,” on January 17, 2025. This reggae anthem delves into the challenges faced by families in the Caribbean and beyond, touching on themes of disillusionment, economic struggles, and the deep-seated mistrust of political leadership. With its poignant message and heartfelt melodies, “My Home” celebrates resilience and the unwavering strength we draw from the places we call home.

Soca Sweetheart Rae Gets Militant; Says She Will Not Be Boxed In

Port-of-Spain, Trinidad - For every Soca artiste, the reason behind the passion, their drive and persistence, is different. Rachel Purcell- the artiste known simply as Rae, is the sweetheart of Soca. She says she’s motivated by not just her love for music, but her dedication to family and growth. Several songs already released heading into the heat of Carnival 2025 in Trinidad and Tobago, the young, beautiful superstar on the rise, is maintaining her focus, grateful for every blessing she’s experienced along her journey.

Not the Other Guy.Stephen Marcelle Pushes in With 'Trini Sweet

Port-of-Spain, Trinidad - The mission is clear and the moves intentional. On Sunday, alongside Dil-E-Nadan, Stephen Marcelle hit the stage at Soka in Moka, celebrating the 25th year of the event in style. His latest release, ‘Trini Sweet,’ was shared with soca music lovers at the anticipated all- inclusive fete, but for Stephen, the ascent has only just begun and carnival 2025 will ultimately be his springboard into becoming the artiste he has always dreamed of being.

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