Dominica launches national gospel festival ‘Glory in Paradise’
By Nelson A. King on 01/15/2026

Dominica launches national gospel festival ‘Glory in Paradise’

Dominica’s Ministry of Tourism and Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) has launched the National Gospel Festival, “Glory in Paradise,” in collaboration with faith-based and community partners. The first festival will be held on Feb. 28, 2026, at 5 p.m. at Windsor Park Sports Stadium.The announcement w

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1SkiOG drops ‘Have You Ever’
By Nelson A. King on 01/15/2026

1SkiOG drops ‘Have You Ever’

In an age of digital noise drowning out artistry, Dancehall artist 1SkiOG cuts through with force and originality.With a plethora of releases that resonate with his growing global fan base, the young star is poised and well-equipped for success in his upcoming musical year, according to 1SkiOG’s man

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Jazz at El Museo
By Milette Millington on 01/12/2026

Jazz at El Museo

This year, composer, pianist, bandleader, six-time GRAMMY winner, and two-time Latin GRAMMY winner Arturo O’Farrill, along with the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra, will be hosting a free Concert Series at El Museo del Barrio’s El Teatro building, on March 13 & 14, and May 15 & 16.This residency brings to

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A voice with purpose: Michelle A. Henry chronicles life through calypso
By Nelson A. King on 01/09/2026

A voice with purpose: Michelle A. Henry chronicles life through calypso

Michelle A. Henry is one of Trinidad and Tobago’s leading contemporary cultural voices — a calypsonian, vocalist, saxophonist, and cultural practitioner —whose career spans more than two decades.Singing since age six, Henry told Caribbean Life on Jan. 5 that she formed an early, lasting relationship

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Beres Hammond to headline star-studded lineup on 2026 Love & Harmony Cruise
By Nelson A. King on 01/08/2026

Beres Hammond to headline star-studded lineup on 2026 Love & Harmony Cruise

Reggae icon Beres Hammond will headline the 2026 Love and Harmony Cruise, joining an all-star roster.Organizers announced Tuesday, Jan. 6, that Hammond — whose catalog of love songs and anthems spans generations—will headline alongside dancehall powerhouse Busy Signal, bringing unmatched energy and

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Guyanese ‘Hot Gyal’ Nesta rings in New Year on a ‘Ride’
By Nelson A. King on 01/07/2026

Guyanese ‘Hot Gyal’ Nesta rings in New Year on a ‘Ride’

Georgetown, Guyana-born singer Nesta Nelson, known to fans as “Hot Gyal” Nesta, is stepping confidently into the new year with a new dancehall single on a “Ride,” continuing her momentum from previous releases.Released on Jan. 1, “Ride” was produced by dancehall producer Damion “Jkeez” Hewitt of Jke

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Ijeal Joseph drops ‘Perfect’
By Nelson A. King on 01/06/2026

Ijeal Joseph drops ‘Perfect’

Grenadian-born gospel artist and minister Ijeal Joseph has released a new single, “Perfect.”“This song, ‘Perfect’, was born from a very real moment in my journey,” Joseph, a Brooklyn resident, told Caribbean Life on Monday, Jan. 5. “It came during Inspiration & Light, a 31-day daily devotional journ

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Surgeon-musician Dr. Elvis Francois to release new EP ‘Realignment’
By Milette Millington on 01/05/2026

Surgeon-musician Dr. Elvis Francois to release new EP ‘Realignment’

On Jan. 16, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Elvis Francois, will be releasing his new EP, “Realignment,” from which the first single, “I’ll Be” has been released.According to a press release published on Oct. 17, 2025 by Shore Fire Media, “From the soulful inspiration conjured up on opening track ‘Good Morni

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Thousands petition to deport rapper Nicki Minaj to TT
By Vinette K. Pryce on 01/05/2026

Thousands petition to deport rapper Nicki Minaj to TT

A Change.org petition calling for the deportation of 43-year-old Trinidad-born rapper Onika Tanya Maraj, known as Nicki Minaj, has reached more than 120,000 supporters. Initiated last year by liberal game-changing activists at Change.org, their numbers surged to disproportionate proportions with a

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Machel Montano named Everybody’s Person of the Year 2025
By Nelson A. King on 12/31/2025

Machel Montano named Everybody’s Person of the Year 2025

The Brooklyn-based Everybody’s magazine has selected Trinidad and Tobago Soca superstar and calypsonian Machel Montano as its Person of the Year 2025, highlighting his influence and exceptional impact.Herman Hall, the Grenadian-born publisher of Everybody’s magazine, told Caribbean Life on Monday, D

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