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Archived: Bunji Garlin’s Road Ready Hit, Touch De Stage, Not Registered.

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Beyond tonight, all sights will be set on the Road March title. News today that one of the songs many would have been rooting for, Bunji Garlin’s “Touch De Stage”, is not registered for the coveted Road March title. Bunji told EBUZZTT that he never released the song with the intention of competing in the Road March race. “I just did the song. I just did it and left it to its own devices. I never did it with the intention to have it as a Road March contender. I haven’t even registered the song,” said the artiste.

Bunji says he did "Touch De Stage" on the request for a Power single, by the people.

Bunji says he did “Touch De Stage” on the request for a Power single, by the people.

On EBUZZTT’s online Road March poll, Bunji’s “Touch De Stage”, which we posted without the understanding that he had not registered to compete in the race, has stood firmly to the top of the pack, throughout. His song was followed by Machel Montano’s “Waiting on De Stage” and Kees’ “People” in third position. “The reason I did “Touch De Stage” is because the people said they wanted an authentic Power Soca song. If I was competing in Soca Monarch I could’ve gone with the song as well, but I didn’t do the song to compete or anything,” said Garlin.free show

Bunji and his wife, Fay-Ann Lyons meanwhile, will host their annual Children’s Show at the Arima Velodrome tomorrow from 2pm -6pm. Entry, for the first time ever, will be FREE. Bunji told EBUZZTT it was only fitting to accommodate the people that have supported the event annually, having assessed the situation unfolding in T&T with the cancellation of many popular events. “We understand that the recession mashing up everybody. We’ve been observing the events- the cancellations and one of the most important factors in culture on the whole, is the younger generation, and it is important for them to always have that. I mean, we hardly have the school tours anymore and we hardly have the facilities for the kids to partake in the culture and we are faced with the challenge of some songs that can be deemed inappropriate for kids of a certain age. With all that happening, we couldn’t take away the children’s show from them too, especially on the basis that people may not be able to afford it,” explained the artiste.

Bunji said he’s been speaking with his comrades in the entertainment industry and some have even reached out to him, without being approached, to be a part of the event. “I’ve put the notification out there that any of the artistes can come through and be a part of it for the kids. It’s like an open mic almost,” he said, adding, “the most important thing is to ensure that the kids enjoy themselves.”

 

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General Grant and Mr Renzo Unite Caribbean Rhythms on “De Shot Call (Remix)”

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The vibrant sounds of classic dancehall and contemporary reggaeton collide on “De Shot Call (Remix),” a dynamic new collaboration from Trinidad and Tobago recording artist General Grant and versatile entertainer Mr. Renzo.

.Designed to ignite dancefloors while honoring the rich musical heritage of the Caribbean, the track blends the raw, energetic spirit of early 1990s dancehall with the infectious grooves and global appeal of modern reggaeton. The result is a high-energy anthem that bridges generations, cultures, and musical styles.

Inspired by the golden era of dancehall that helped shape Caribbean music culture, “De Shot Call (Remix)” reimagines that signature sound through a contemporary lens. The production delivers nostalgic undertones while embracing the polished rhythms and vibrant energy that resonate with today’s audiences.

For General Grant, the project continues his commitment to preserving and evolving authentic Caribbean music. Widely respected for his contributions to the dancehall and reggae landscape, he brings his signature delivery and commanding presence to the remix, reinforcing the song’s connection to the genre’s roots.

Joining him is Mr. Renzo, a singer, songwriter, and entertainer whose career spans more than two decades. Recognized for his ability to blend Caribbean, Latin, pop, and urban influences, Mr Renzo adds a fresh and modern dimension to the track, helping to create a sound that transcends borders and appeals to a broad international audience.

Together, the two artists showcase how Caribbean music continues to evolve while remaining grounded in its traditions. “De Shot Call (Remix)” serves as a celebration of that journey, highlighting the seamless transition from dancehall’s formative years to Reggaeton’s current global prominence.

The single was executive produced by Lawrence Adams – Mr. Renzo, who also co-wrote the track alongside Curtis Grant – General Grant. Recording and editing duties were handled by Stephon Gabriel, while engineer Ovy Thouni delivered the song’s polished mix and master.

With its infectious rhythm, energetic performances, and cross-generational appeal, “De Shot Call (Remix)” is positioned to become a favourite among fans of Caribbean music and lovers of dancefloor-ready hits alike.

Whether you’re a longtime dancehall enthusiast or a fan of today’s reggaeton movement, this collaboration offers the perfect soundtrack to turn up the volume and celebrate the enduring influence of Caribbean music.

“De Shot Call (Remix)” is now available for audiences ready to experience the fusion of old-school dancehall energy and modern reggaeton flavor.

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T&T Visual Artist AndyVenture Readies for First Solo Exhibition at the Art Society of Trinidad and Tobago.

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The Art Society of Trinidad and Tobago will host the inaugural solo exhibition of Trinidad-based visual artist and musician AndyVenture, known professionally as VENCHA. OVER YA HEAD opens on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 and runs through July 4, 2026. Admission is free and the public is invited to experience a body of work that deliberately resists easy interpretation — placing the viewer in direct contact with ideas that exceed ordinary perception.

OVER YA HEAD is a multidisciplinary exhibition spanning painting and visual narrative. The works explore perception, ascension, limitation and expanded states of human experience, presenting images that challenge fixed ways of seeing reality and imagine possibilities beyond ordinary existence.

Drawing from Einstein’s theory of relativity and mathematical concepts of higher-dimensional space, AndyVenture treats the exhibition as an invitation to encounter ideas that operate at the outer limits of human comprehension. The title itself is both provocation and promise – the work is not designed to be immediately understood, but to be genuinely felt.

Central to the exhibition is an evolving visual mythology: recurring figures known as Ahomi and Dem appear across paintings as anchors of a larger conceptual world that AndyVenture has been steadily constructing across his practice.“I want the audience to encounter something that sits outside of familiar understanding. There isn’t an expectation of immediate understanding. The experience is about confronting something that operates beyond what is easily grasped,” said Ventura.

A Little About The Artist.

AndyVenture (VENCHA), born Andre Allong, is a Trinidad-based visual artist and musician whose practice spans painting, music and multimedia expression. His work draws on graffiti art, hip hop and rapso lyricism, comic book art, science fiction and contemporary culture to create vibrant, conceptually layered works that move between the personal and the cosmic.

Visually, his work reflects the influence of legendary comic book artist Jack Kirby, whose expansive sense of scale and form shaped how AndyVenture approaches composition and impact, alongside local luminaries Leroy Clarke and Carlisle Chang, whose practices carry a strong sense of vision and cultural identity. He further developed his artistic foundation through the Visual Arts Certificate Programme at The University of the West Indies.

Conceptually, the work is rooted in a rejection of cycles of conflict and suffering that are routinely accepted as fixed features of human existence. In their place, AndyVenture imagines the possibility of an evolved human consciousness – one oriented towards perception, potential and transformation. One of the conceptual anchors running through his practice is the interplay between the words axis and access – a linguistic shift that reframes mathematical structure as a metaphor for perception itself and how different ways of seeing might open entirely different experiences of reality.

“I’m interested in the possibility that human perception and behaviour can evolve beyond those patterns. The work comes from a rejection of the cycles of conflict and suffering that are often accepted as part of human existence.” AndyVenture (VENCHA)

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