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Archived: Barbados Honors Trini Songwriter Shaft With Crop Over Award

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He’s definitely making a name for himself, all the while, being extremely humble. Jason ‘Shaft’ Bishop’s name has been making the rounds in recent months and on the heels of what most would agree, was a tremendously successful C2K15 season in Trinidad for the songwriter, Jason moved to establish himself further in Barbados this year. He helped seal the deal for Peter Ram at CropOver, equipping him with a song that received three top accolades, among them, the Road March title.

This past week, Shaft, as he’s fondly called in the entertainment world, received the Best Songwriter of the Festival award from the National Cultural Foundation in Barbados. His work this year was shared with the people of Barbados and certainly thousands who visited the island, through the vocals of artistes like, Imani, Alison Hinds, Hypasounds, Biggie Irie, Mikey Mercer and of course, Peter Ram. The Road March hit, “All Ah We” had taken the island by storm, amping up the vibe of the festival and giving revellers something sweet to chip through the streets to.

Jason Bishop says his ambitions are coming to fruition.

Jason Bishop says his ambitions are coming to fruition.

Chatting with ETCETERABUZZ this morning, Jason said he felt honoured to have received the award- having been recognised and shown that level of appreciation by another country. “It goes beyond the award though- it’s a symbol that I’m moving toward my dreams and aspirations. It feels good that I’ve been recognised and appreciated in another country,” he said, adding that he’s currently in C2K16 creation mode.

Some of his clients for the season ahead include Reigning Groovy Soca Monarch, Olatunji Yearwood, Patrice Roberts, Farmer Nappy, Lyrikal, Jaiga and Lil Bitts. Shaft however explained that for him, writing music and being a part of the music industry, goes beyond the money and the spotlight. ” If I don’t do music, I won’t be myself. Music is what I have to hold on to. It keeps me alive.  I can’t picture myself without music. It’s in me. If I don’t do it everyday, something would be wrong,” he said.

Jason has received the award for "Best Songwriter of the Festival" in Barbados.

Jason has received the award for “Best Songwriter of the Festival” in Barbados.

Separate and apart from Soca, Bishop says he’s been getting his foot wet in the Latin and Nigerian markets and has plans to visit Nigeria before the end of 2015.

For more on Jason’s work, check out his company’s social media pages @shaftvibesentertainment on Instagram and @shaftvibesent1 on Twitter. On Facebook, simply look for Shaft Vibes Entertainment.

We anticipate there’s some major things on the horizon from this hit maker. Just stay with us, we’ll keep you in the know!

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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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