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Archived: Cassi Recovers and Hits 'Em With Two Dumplins- Sends Loud Message To Fellow Artistes.

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Cassi says the stroke he suffered in April has made him a much more conscious person.

Cassi says the stroke he suffered in April has made him a much more conscious person.

A stroke is no easy thing to recover from. In April of 2015, soca artiste, Cassiano Sylvester suffered the unexpected health condition which left him with a slightly twisted mouth and the task of learning to speak and eat again. The stroke, he learnt, came as a result of stress. Thinking about it, Cassi told ETCETERABUZZ that his inability to please his fans and Soca lovers for Carnival 2015, may have been at the root of the condition.

Fast forward to the end of the year and hurdles have been crossed. Smiles are now back and Cassi is among his peers again, enjoying the success of a song that came pretty unexpectedly, much like his stroke had. It’s a witty ditty, created by highly rated lyricist, Dale Ryan in collaboration with Emmanuel Rudder. Cassi, Ryan felt, was the right person for the song. In it, the artiste’s unembellished style that merges Calypso and Soca is powerfully delivered, as usual. You see, for Cassiano Sylvester, music lives within. He’s had some pretty awesome tracks in the past, starting with ‘Town T’ing’ in 2011, followed by ‘Inside De Party’ in 2012, then ‘Whistle and Horn’ in 2013 and ‘Man in Yuh House’ in 2014. One year later however, the singles he presented to mass audiences in T&T, didn’t seem to go down very well.

“I’ve had to find ways to rid myself of stress. I had to begin exercising, eating better and all of that. The experience has made me a bigger believer in God. It has made me more spiritual. I used to drink a lot but I don’t drink like I used to anymore. I play football more now. I feel younger and this stroke has made me look at life more consciously,” said Sylvester. Cassi explained that his tribulation even affected his friends but in quite a positive way, as they began looking at their own lives and their indulgences. “They changed their lifestyles too,” he said. He told ETCETERABUZZ.COM that Kernal Roberts was a true supporter during his trying time. “Kernal encouraged me to come into the studio and practice singing, which I did.  I am so thankful for that. I had to do acupuncture to get my face to smile again. I believe the experience made me a more disciplined person and it has made me more conscious,” said the entertainer, adding that he considers himself one of the lucky ones.

The song has amassed over twelve thousand views on YouTube.

The song has amassed over twelve thousand views on YouTube.

The song, ‘Two Dumplings’ which was produced by Wiz Records, was actually Cassi’s fourth release for the Carnival 2016 season. His three previous songs were not embraced by radio DJs. ‘Freedom’, one of those songs released early in the season, was produced at Rama Studios, and was a representation of his real-life issue faced. The song speaks of his journey following the stroke. Cassi says he however understands that sometimes the music just isn’t  felt by DJs as quickly as one would want it to be felt. Thanking the people who stood by him during his health condition, Cassi said many were God-sent. “I want to thank Glenroy Watson and Uncle Pie,” he said, referring first to the Flirt Carnival bandleader and event promoter and secondly to the man who has kept Maraval Road in Port-of-Spain a weekly after work entertainment hub, for years. He says Watson was responsible for taking him to the hospital while Uncle Pie helped him with his medication. Sylvester says there are countless others whose goodness aided him tremendously and he wished to extend words of thanks to everyone who helped.

Now with Carnival 2016 looking a little brighter for the artiste than 2015 was, he is urging his peers in the business not to allow what happened to him, to become a part of their personal life story. Take a listen:

Now, listen to the song and let us know what you think!

 

 

 

 

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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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