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Archived: Bunji Goes Against The Musical Grain- Denounces Anti-Homosexual Claims
Bunji Garlin is the featured artiste on a recently released remixed single that also features Chris Brown, would you believe? According to Major Lazer’s Jillioniare, who was featured speaking on the topic of Soca music, on www.mtviggy.com earlier this week, collaborations between soca artistes and international artistes, isn’t such a far fetched prospect. We guess this proves it!
EDM Producer, Reid Stefan is behind the remix of Main Chick
“Main Chick”, the single we’re focusing on, was originally sung by MC and producer Kid Ink but the remix was done by popular EDM producer, Reid Stefan. Chris Brown’s voice is heard on the track alongside T&T’s Garlin and already the song’s been getting some traction locally. It’s not soca- not in the least but Bunji proves he’s capable of delivering on any beat, once given the opportunity.
The local entertainer’s name was recently called in an online article relative to alleged anti-gay lyrics. The story, which was posted on July 28th, called for an apology from Bunji for the lyrics sung in his 2005 hit single, ‘Blaze De Fire’. The call was made by Toronto based, Trinidadian ceramic artiste, Adam Williams. Williams even went as far as filing a complaint, outlining his concerns with the Caribana committee in Toronto. That however, didn’t reach very far as we’ve learnt that the committee received a letter from Bunji’s team, which was reviewed and accepted.
Bunji Garlin continues to conquer musical territories….
Speaking with EBUZZ last week, wife and band mate, Fay-Ann Lyons- Alvarez said the situation seemed a bit suspicious and pointed out that several members of the homosexual community in Trinidad and Tobago, have over the years, sought asylum in Canada and have insinuated that homesexuality is treated as a criminal offense in T&T. She said her team felt an apology was unnecessary as the song, delivered some 9 years ago, was not intended to cast aspersion against the Gay and Lesbian community.
Bunji Garlin meanwhile continues to engage the world. This Sunday, the Viking performs at a special event being held in London. In an Instagram post on Wednesday, he said Viking 15 was being hosted by a special group of people he considers family.
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100 Days To T&T Carnival – Big Launch, Big Vibes to Hit Port of Spain, this Friday.
Trinidad and Tobago’s Greatest Show on Earth has, for years, been a tourist attraction. With 100 days to go before the two-day street parade in Port-of-Spain, the excitement is steadily building and with momentum, the National Carnival Commission is moving full speed ahead.
Carnival 2026 will be publicly launched at the Brian Lara Promenade on Friday, November 7th. The NCC, in a media release said the spectacle will begin at 9am and go through the day, transforming the city’s hub into an active thoroughfare featuring all things T&T carnival. Th event will feature traditional Carnival characters, informative workshops and exhibitions, a mini concert from reigning Panorama champions, Republic Bank Exodus Steel Orchestra, and much more. “In bringing Carnival to the city, we’re hoping to bring people to the city to come out and show their support for the culture, for the NCC, the Special Interest Groups, the vendors and small business community, and the Regional Carnivals because we’re all part of Trinidad and Tobago Carnival,” said NCC Chairman, Peter Kanhai.
TEACHING THE YOUTH ABOUT CARNIVAL
This year, the NCC will introduce something they’re calling, “The Children’s Zone,” where school children and their parents and guardians will be able to experience a distinct youth-oriented energy to Trinidad and Tobago’s Carnival. The zone will feature cultural exhibitions, displays, giveaways and more, even offering youths the opportunity to pen a ‘Love Letter to Carnival.’ “School children would be invited to write what it is they love about Trinidad and Tobago Carnival for a mural that will be displayed at the Grand Stand, Queen’s Park Savannah for Carnival next year,” the press release explained.
At 4pm, a concert will engage the public with performances by Swappi, Terri Lyons, Orlando Octave, Ravi B, Drupatee, Shal Marshall, Erphaan Alves and other featured cultural acts.
Back in August, at the corporate launch of Carnival, Minister of Culture, the Arts and Community Development, Michelle Benjamin, shared her ministry’s vision for carnival.
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Bob Marley Foundation to Jamaica: “We’ll Rise Again.”
What has been described by the National Hurricane Centre as the most catastrophic hurricane of 2026 – Hurricane Melissa, has moved past Jamaica and now moves onward to Cuba and neighboring territories. In the aftermath of the brutal natural disaster, videos across social media show fallen trees, massive swells, invasive water courses through streets and byways and certainly, infrastructural wreckage. The people of Jamaica, though resilient, are in need of strength and aid to rebuild.
The Bob Marley Foundation and the Bob Marley Museum, in a social media post said despite having gone through the hurricane, “we’re still standing.” The honorary organizations that stand in memory of Jamaica’s most loved icon, Bob Marley, relayed via social media, “The winds may have shaken us, but they could never break our spirit.” Noting that the journey to rebuild will not be an overnight one, the post read, “but together, we’ll rise again- stronger, more united and full of love.”
Consistent in the Marley legacy’s tone and posture of love and unity, the expression continued, “We can’t wait to spread the message of peace and love with you once more and help in whatever way we can. Until then, hold on to hope and remember – every little thing is gonna be alright.”
The government of Jamaica has created an official digital platform for information, and for the global community’s input where relief and assistance is concerned.
Visit https://supportjamaica.gov.jm. The website lists a preliminary needs list, which includes items such as batteries, bedding foam, flashlights, lanterns, mattresses, pillowcases, pillows, mobile storage units, heavy duty garbage bags and certainly much more.
