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“Having been engrossed in Trinidad and Tobago’s Carnival all my life and seeing its development, I have to say that evolution is a necessary part of life.” Those were the words of soca hit maker, Destra Garcia during a recent press conference held in London ahead of the Notting Hill Carnival celebration. Garcia who has been flying the red, white and black of T&T across the world, like many of our other soca stars, met with Trinidad and Tobago High Commissioner, Garvin Nicholas, at a press reception in the London Mission last week. When quizzed by the media on Carnival’s evolution from traditional character-driven mas to the bikini and beads style of “pretty mas”, Destra explained that carnival is market driven and as such, it has evolved to suit the public’s taste.

Destra Garcia with High Commissioner to T&T in London, Garvin Nicholas.

Destra Garcia with High Commissioner to T&T in London, Garvin Nicholas.

Garcia, along with several of T&T’s entertainers were part and parcel of the recently concluded London carnival. During the press conference, it was noted by Mr. Nicholas that it is imperative that artistes like Destra and others who fly the flag of Trinidad and Tobago high internationally, are well supported and promoted. He also made it clear that soca music is the driving force of the Notting Hill carnival, like others around the world, and the High Commission in London is seeking to advance the art form via their various cultural events.

The High Commissioner also emphasised the importance of Trinidad and Tobago stakeholders taking more ownership of the Carnival product. “Via the proliferation of Trinidad and Tobago-inspired Carnivals around the world, our culture is exposed on a global scale,” he said, adding that what stakeholders must now do, is focus on the branding of T&T’s national product, so that people will know that this Carnival, which has influenced so many other cultures has its origins in Trinidad and Tobago. Destra echoed Mr. Nicholas’ sentiment, saying that she feels an enormous sense of pride when she shares T&T’s culture with international audiences. “To go abroad and hear people sing your songs and embrace your culture is the greatest feeling,” she said. “Seeing how our culture impacts people the world over is amazing”.

 

 

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Denise Belfon Thanks Drake’s ‘OVO’ Team for Inclusion of Her ‘Work’ on New Track.

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Canadian rapper, Drake is once again teaming up with Caribbean entertainers, delivering a brand new album called, ‘Maid of Honor,’ which is now available on all streaming platforms. It was one of three albums the artiste simultaneously dropped on May 15th – the other two being ICEMAN and HABIBTI.

Rapper, Drake has released three new albums simultaneously.

One of the singles on ‘Maid of Honor,’ called ‘BBW’ features the work of Trinidad and Tobago entertainer, Denise ‘Saucy Wow’ Belfon – her 1998 track, ‘Work.’

The lyrics, ‘Put Yuh Back in It’ became a trending expression on TikTok in 2020 when it became a challenge on the popular platform. That viral opportunity six years ago, led to the song’s resurgence and Belfon’s name being called by younger generations whose parents, aunts and uncles would’ve more than likely grown up on her music and performances in the Caribbean. Fast forward to 2026, and Belfon is once again enjoying a viral moment as news broke that her song had been sampled by Drake. “Everything is legitimate and I want to thank the team – Fabian Alfonso, a copyright specialist out of Trinidad and Tobago ; He was very instrumental in making this deal become reality, said Belfon in a chat with Ebuzztt, before expressing gratitude to several other instrumental people, and Drake’s OVO team.

In 2022, dancehall artiste, Shenseea and rapper, Megan Thee Stallion also sampled ‘Work’ on the single, ‘Lick.’ Belfon, who lives in New York, had, at that time, attended a release party at a nightclub in New York, where Shenseea acknowledged the Soca artiste’s influence on the new release.

The Maid of Honor album delivers 14 singles and added to T&T’s Denise Belfon, Jamaican artiste, Popcaan is also featured on a single called, ‘Amazing Shape.’

Denise Belfon’s personality and charisma has, for a very long time, made her a fan favorite in the Caribbean. A vocal powerhouse and unique stage performer, she has stood the test of time in the Soca music industry, having created massive soca anthems like ‘Work,’ ‘Wine and Bend Over’ and ‘Wining Queen’ among countless other flavorful singles.

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Caribbean Fashion Is A Big Deal. Designer, Ecliff Elie Expands With Women In Mind.

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Caribbean fashion is top tier. In a world of copy and paste designs, Caribbean brands like the incomparable Ecliff Elie, stand in a class of their own. Earlier this month, the menswear brand made a major announcement and whether you’ve heard or not, we’re here to tell you, this is huge.

The Ecliff Elie brand will now be delivering its seamless, tailored appeal to women. The brand is known for its precision tailoring and disciplined garment construction so with that at its foundation, women can now feel the complete effect of the Ecliff Elie touch. The company steps out into this aspect of its business after what it says has been years of delivering this service privately to women. Dubbed ‘Bespoke — Tailored for Women,’ Ecliff Elie is now offering the service, at scale.

The introduction reflects a focused extension of Elie’s established approach to tailoring – one built on proportion, control, and consistency. Each garment is developed through a guided process that considers posture, movement, and presence, ensuring that the final result aligns with how the individual operates and presents herself.

From custom blazers to trousers, skirts, and dresses, customers will now be able to get their custom designed Ecliff Elie apparel, through a consultation-led process where every decision—from cut to finish—is deliberate. The company says fabric selection will be approached with the same level of discipline, with materials chosen for structure, performance, and longevity, allowing each piece to maintain its standard over time.

“This is not a new direction,” Elie states. “It is a continuation of work I have done over time, now introduced with structure and clarity.”

With more than three decades of experience, Ecliff Elie has consistently positioned presentation as a defining factor in how individuals are perceived. His work has guided clients across industries to approach style as a matter of precision and intent rather than preference.

“When the garment is correct, everything changes,” he adds. “You move differently. You carry yourself differently. That is the standard.”

As more women continue to operate at the highest levels across business, leadership, and professional environments, the demand for tailoring that reflects both authority and individuality has grown. This offering responds to that shift with a process designed to deliver consistency, clarity, and control.

Through Bespoke — Tailored for Women, Ecliff Elie continues to refine his approach while maintaining a clear focus on craftsmanship, attention to detail, and a disciplined standard of execution.

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