Ebuzz News
Archived: Tribe Ice Sets The Bar. Deejay Puffy, Orlando Octave, Lyrikal, Kees Set The Pace.
The question isn’t who was at Tribe Ice. The question is who wasn’t? Even Soca stars not carded to perform made their presence felt. You’ll never guess who killed it!
Carnival 2017 kicked off with pretty much a bang on Saturday night as promotional leaders, Carnival Tribe hosted its inaugural 2017 carnival fete, Tribe Ice, at the Jean Pierre Complex in Port of Spain, Trinidad. On a night when the choice of carnival pump options was still sparse, Ice seemed to be the best bet for most.
By midnight the crowd seemed to have been steadily building. Coolers, pretty girls in sexy outfits and a stage that absolutely killed it, Tribe was definitely on fire! The energy at the event, while still relatively calm for a Carnival session, did signal that there would be much to anticipate this year. Performances by MX Prime and Kees increased expectation of what was to come and when a talkative but still engaging Patrick Alexis of Nuphoric took the stage just after a stalled stage set due to technical hiccups, Soca music proved life-saving. Alcohol setting it by 2am, the Tribe Ice vibe was enough to make most agree that they’d missed Carnival and had truly been anticipating its return after the past year.
This year, Tribe’s committee members and friends were allowed a special space, apart from the rest of the crowd. The question of whether that was a good idea or not, lingers. Beyond the makeshift rope separation and barricade of black-garbed security guards stationed to ensure that those without blue or silver bands were barred from entering, a sea of Tribe faithfuls danced and looked toward the stage, seemingly hoping that they could’ve been granted closer access to see and feel the energy of there favorite soca stars.
Barbados’ Deejay Puffy brought his special vibe to Tribe Ice on Sunday morning.
Lyrikal was on point.
Notwithstanding this however, the fete went on. Lyrikal was a breath of fresh air. His style and music resonated throughout the venue and immediately hands were thrown in the air. It was as though a Carnival God had arrived and his hits, ‘Loner’, ‘Freedom’ and later, ‘Jammin Sake’, would prove that he remains a strong Soca deliverer in 2107. In the venue and taking in the energy were several other Carnival heavyweights, among them Neil Iwer George, Shal Marshal and Ricardo Drue. Barbados’ Fadda Fox was introduced by Lyrikal and gave a hearty performance of his blockbuster hit, “Dirty Habits” before exiting. The crowd would later see and experience the immensely impressive stage performance of a fellow Bajan superstar when recently crowned Red Bull Thre3Style DJ Champion, Deejay Puffy made a cameo appearance alongside Trevlyn and Lord Hype. His style is distinguishably his and we anticipate seeing a lot more of him as the season intensifies.
“Lyrikal was a breath of fresh air. His style and music resonated throughout the venue and immediately hands were thrown in the air.”
Orlando Octave did not come to play on Sunday morning.
The showstopper, who many at the venue seemed to have been looking forward to would come with his dreadlocks flowing, and his waist moving to the beat of his hit, “Single”. On his head, he wore a cap with the song’s name emblazoned. Orlando Octave had arrived. The song, as catchy as it is melodic, had the entire crowd singing along. Octave performed perfectly at Tribe Ice. His voice effortlessly sweetened the fete and when he broke into the RR riddim, which was produced by veteran DJ, Mr. Slaughter, the Xcaliber Sound head honcho would enter briefly, much to the crowd’s thrill. The reigning Soca Monarch King, ‘Aaron ‘Voice’ St. Louis was also a part of the fete. He was introduced and subsequently delivered well, with his ‘Cheers To Life” and new hits, “Far From Finished” and “Get Away” which was collaboratively created with Bad Royale.
Tribe Ice has certainly kicked off the fettin’ in T&T. Carnival 2017 slated to culminate on February 27th and 28th, the Jammin’ session is likely to be a great one for all interested. Ebuzztt.com will keep you in the know. STAY CLOSE.
Reggae
New ‘Jamrock’ Documentary Celebrates Unforgettable Moments. Cruise Returns to Jamaica After Hurricane Melissa, This Year.
Ahead of its 11th annual voyage in November, Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley’s Welcome to Jamrock Reggae Cruise shares its story through a new film. VIBE premiered All in the Same Boat, a documentary directed by acclaimed filmmaker, Reshma B and produced by Boomshots TV that traces Marley and his manager Dan Dalton’s brainchild from a bold, outsider idea into one of the most culturally significant movements in reggae and dancehall today.
With over a decade’s worth of unforgettable moments pulled from the last 10 voyages, this 30+ minute documentary captures the spirit of a global reggae community built on shared identity, resilience, and reverence for Jamaican culture. It features iconic performances, real conversations with the artistes and DJs, and the heartbeat of it all: the “Jamrockers.” These are die-hard reggae lovers from over 40 countries who pull up every year for one reason – to feel that irreplaceable connection to Jamaican culture and keep the Marley message of “One Love” alive.
Having successfully navigated challenges including extreme weather and a global pandemic, the Welcome to Jamrock Reggae Cruise continues to thrive. Its 11th staging will return for its annual voyage from November 11th to the 16th, sailing from Miami aboard Norwegian Joy.
Stacked from foundation to future, this year’s lineup brings together reggae and dancehall’s most influential voices: Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley and Stephen Marley (Traffic Jam Set), Burning Spear, Sizzla, Capleton, Beenie Man, Protoje, Barrington Levy, Elephant Man, Junior Reid, Lila Iké, Ding Dong & the Ravers Clavers, Tony Matterhorn “Man on the Moon”, Gyptian, 450, Richie Spice, Ghost, Mr. Lexx, Professor Nuts, L.U.S.T., Sister Carol, Sevana, Flourgon, Johnny P, and Jemere Morgan are confirmed.
The cruise’s famed Sound Clash at Sea will return alongside powerhouse sound systems including Stone Love (Geefus), King Jammy, Silverhawk Sound, Rory Stone Love, Renaissance Sound, Federation Sound, Warrior Sound, Rampage Sound, Kingston12 HiFi and Souljah1 Muzik, preserving a cornerstone of Jamaican music culture in its most authentic form.
Jamrock is a Premiere Reggae Event
The Jamrock experience has evolved into the premier reggae event at sea—one that continues to redefine how the culture is celebrated on a global stage. The five-day experience continues to immerse guests in the full spectrum of Jamaican life—from Nyabinghi sunrise sessions and sound bath meditations to dancehall workshops, fitness programming, and curated culinary offerings led by acclaimed Chef Lumley. A new addition this year includes a live theatrical production by legendary playwright Oliver Samuels, adding yet another layer to the cruise’s ever-expanding cultural canvas.
Following the impact of Hurricane Melissa in 2025, the cruise will return to Jamaica with renewed purpose, maintaining its distinction as the only chartered cruise with two Jamaican port stops. That commitment translates into tangible impact, generating millions annually for the island’s tourism and cultural economy while reinforcing a direct connection between the music, the people, and the place that birthed it.
As All in the Same Boat makes clear, Welcome to Jamrock Reggae Cruise is a movement with its own rhythm, one that continues to bring the diaspora home, while inviting the world in. Since its inception in 2014, the mission remains the same: to create a space where reggae lives, breathes, and connects us all.
The documentary made its debut during the 10th annual cruise and later screened at Art Basel in support of hurricane relief efforts led by the Marley family’s Ghetto Youths Foundation. Damian Marley and Dan Dalton were executive producers of the film.
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