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Archived: ARTISTE DIRECT: Fay-Ann Lyons-Alvarez

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She’s that tough talking soca star that the entire world will know in time to come. In the Caribbean, she’s that celebrity that’s either loved and defended or hated for one reason or another but everyone knows just who she is. Fay-Ann Lyons-Alvarez is royalty in the world of Soca music. She has followed in the footsteps of her father- reigning Road March and Soca Monarch King, Austin ‘Superblue’ Lyons but don’t get it twisted, she has also forged her own road, winning multiple accolades in the said categories plus the International Groovy Soca Monarch competition. Last year, Fay-Ann challenged herself again- opting to re-enter the classroom in a bid to attain certification in the field of law. Her first series of examinations began last week and on Monday, she will be back in the testing room. We spoke with her for our Artiste Direct feature on Friday. Take a look at some of the answers she gave to our tough questions.

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What’s the toughest part of being the woman that you are?

Trying to get people to understand that I am not going to be explaining myself to them. Everybody has their own pre -conceived notions and they need to understand that I am fine with that. Somebody called me a hood rat the other, and I said I think the meant country rat. It’s ok for them to have their own opinion of me.

Could crime in Trinidad and Tobago force you to migrate and if you were to migrate where would you move to?

It depends on how bad crime gets. If it’s to the point where the government can’t do anything, and we know they have the power to do anything and they throw their arms up and they have done all they can, any smart thinking citizen would see that as their cue to leave. I would either go to Canada or St. Lucia… or Barbados where the crime rate is low. Caribbean countries that are big on tourism with the exception of Jamaica tend to have low crime rates and crimes of a particular nature.

If you had the opportunity to work closely with any living artiste, who would it be and why?

It’s hard to pick one because I can’t put one above the other. Everyone is different for their own thing. For me to pick one artiste, I would be falling in one format. Everyone is unique- we need everyone. I’d work with anyone who has talent and a vibe.

What is one thing about your life that you would like other women in T&T to take example from and possibly apply to their own?

Nothing. You can learn from other people’s mistakes without making it. It’s not taking a page out of someone’s book. If you did something that seemed to be the right thing and then it turned out bad for you what would you say then?

The reality is that I cannot take anything from you that I haven’t experienced. I can look at it and make some adjustments and take from people’s experiences.

I would tell people not to take anything from anybody and apply it to their own lives.  If I had for one second listened to some women with regard to childbirth- because for some people it was the worst thing- I would not have my beautiful daughter. The experience is what is necessary.

Three things you simply do not do…

  • I am not superstitious- so I don’t listen to superstitious people… throw salt over yuh back and all that.
  • And I don’t believe in self -protection. God has to do his work.
  • I will not eat black eyed peas.

One food that’s probably bad for you but you just can’t deny yourself the taste?

I’m not into the junk food- I’m not addicted to any thing. My eating habits are very boring.

 

 

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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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