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Archived: Sizzla Rides Into Trinidad With Warrior Spirit- Tells Locals, “You Have the Power To Unite”

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A warrior spirit he is, and on Saturday night in Trinidad, Miguel Collins, best known around the world as Sizzla Kalonji, sent shockwaves through the Caribbean island as he condemned, without apology, acts deemed ungodly and satanic- homosexuality, murder and child abuse, chief among them.

On Friday, outside of the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Port-of-Spain, Sizzla had a moment with Gramps and Peetah Morgan of Morgan Heritage.

On Friday, outside of the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Port-of-Spain, Sizzla had a moment with Gramps and Peetah Morgan of Morgan Heritage.

Sizzla landed in Trinidad on Thursday. His mission was undoubtedly clear. He told fans at the Hasely Crawford Training Grounds at the Redemption 3 concert event on Sunday morning that the air ‘hotness’ as he referred to the stewardess on his flight, had given him a newspaper to read and what he saw, as he flipped through the pages, horrified him.

Admitting that the world at large is in a chaotic state, the ‘Praise Ye Jah’ singer said Trinidad and Tobago is too much of a beautiful country to be spoilt by such acts of hate. ‘Ah just people ah fire gunshot and kill people, and if yuh have de power to do that, you have the power to unite and educate de youths dem,” said the concious music defender.  His words seemed to come from a higher place and with each note struck and each song delivered in the minutes that rolled on, Kalonji would educate the people of T&T who had gathered, filling their minds with positive energy and speaking strength into their consciousness.

 

A repertoire of music that spanned numerous years sent eager fans of the Jamaican reggae/dancehall act into a frenzy of excitement, this after Sanchez, Morgan Heritage and Cocoa Tea- fellow Jamaican reggae heavyweights had performed and exited the stage. For Sizzla, this trip, this show, this night, was more than a performance that would end with him receiving payment. This engagement in Trinidad on May 28th, was God’s mission for him, a mission that he could not shy away from.

Calling on the people of T&T to unite for the greater good of the country and fearlessly and relentless chase away and ‘bun out’ all things considered biblically an abomination, Kalonji sought to plant a seed of righteousness and redemption in the minds and hearts of his Trinidad based fans. In the crowd, most stood in awe, taking in every word and agreeing heartily with all that was being said. Homosexuality was a key target of the ‘Kings of the Earth’ crooner. Repeatedly, he said acts of lesbianism and homosexuality could and should not be condoned in T&T or anywhere else in the world. It wasn’t the first time that Sizzla had made this conviction and it will by no means, be the last.

Certainly a crowd favourite at the Redemption concert event, Kalonji’s stage show met every possible expectation and then some, and despite an insinuation by Coco Tea that time was running out, prior to Sizzla’s introduction to the stage at around 2am, Kalonji gave a superb performance befitting of a true reggae warrior. He called on black people to learn the original African languages and reminded them of their ancestry. He even spoke on current trade and immigration tension between Trinidad and Tobago and Jamaica, saying it had to stop and above it all, Kalonji called for the murders and violence to stop.

The Redemption concert, having promoted peace, love, unity and respect over the past three years, has certainly proven that there is tremendous need for music that holds positive messages, to be shared in every corner of the planet for the liberation and unification of the human race.

 

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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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