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Archived: Destra, Kerwin Give Kudos To Blaxx- Artiste Assures He'll Keep Soca Sweet

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It’s not a normal occurrence- one soca artiste tipping his hat to another, but recently, in separate interviews conducted on two urban frequencies in Trinidad, soca artiste, Blaxx got strong kudos from two of the industry’s well known and highly respected entertainers.

Quite the performer, Destra Garcia says Blaxx pointed her in the right direction.

Quite the performer, Destra Garcia says Blaxx pointed her in the right direction.

Destra Garcia, in a  spontaneous walk through at 96.1WEFM recently, credited the ‘Maddest Crew’ singer for encouraging her during her younger years as a member of the Roy Cape band. She said Blaxx was like a brother to her, admitting that she took a lot of his advice when it came to stage performance and getting the crowd going. Today, Destra is undoubtedly one of the industry’s most prolific stage performers so it’s safe to say that Blaxx’s input was definitely instrumental in her career.

Kerwin Du Bois

Kerwin Du Bois has tipped his hat to Blaxx.

Also tipping his hat to the Roy Cape frontline man this season was none other than reigning Groovy Soca Monarch king, Kerwin Du Bois. Chatting with Hypa Hoppa on RED 96.7FM, Du Bois was asked who was his favorite soca artiste, and while he chose to be diplomatic about his response, the young entertainer said he loves Blaxx’s style and thinks he’s a great soca artiste.Blaxx is in the running for the International Soca Monarch crown in 2015. He will come head to head with Machel Montano who will perform in the major showcase for the last time. Blaxx is also the only artiste who has made it to both the Groovy and Power legs of the competition set for February 13th. He’ll be singing ‘Place In Life’ in the Groovy and ‘Maddest Crew’ in the Power, and already many are saying, Blaxx has their vote.

Blaxx is in the running for the Power Soca Monarch title.

Blaxx is in the running for the Power Soca Monarch title.

Recently, the veteran hit maker who remains consistent year after year, told ETCETERABUZZ.COM that he’s happy to be a major contributor to the sweetness of carnival in T&T and admitted that he wears a hat of honor as one of the purists to the soca music genre. He refused to knock the evolution of soca, noting that he was happy to see inroads being made internationally by many young artistes. He however said the realness of soca must not be lost, explaining that this, more than anything else, is what lures carnival lovers from across the world, to the island. “It has to be authentic, original, ours… during carnival. We can’t kill that. If everybody sings pop and house infused soca, why would the tourists come? They’ll be able to get that outside! I promise to keep the thing sweet.”

Blaxx will be a headline act in this Friday’s Army Fete, which takes place at the Queen’s Park Savannah in Port of Spain.

 

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T&T’s Full Blown, Taps Into Dancehall on New Release, ‘No Stress.’

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Caribbean entertainment doesn’t sleep. Proof of that comes in the release of brand new music, this time courtesy the superstar duo of Full Blown – brothers, Kevon and Kory Hart. Their new track, “No Stress” has been released complete with a new music video and it’s a big look for the duo.

No Stress is a vibrant, feel-good anthem that continues the duo’s evolution from soca favourites into one of the Caribbean’s most versatile and globally resonant musical acts.

Known for their strong songwriting skills, undeniable chemistry and sonic fearlessness, brothers Kevon and Kory have steadily built a reputation for creating music that transcends borders, generations and genres. Over the years, Full Blown has become synonymous with high-energy Caribbean songwriting, penning and producing hits that have dominated Carnival seasons, regional charts and party playlists across the diaspora.

Now, with No Stress, the duo taps into dancehall nostalgia while pushing Caribbean fusion music into fresh territory. The track reimagines the iconic Shabba Ranks classic Ting A Ling, blending vintage dancehall energy with Full Blown’s contemporary Caribbean flavour. 

The release follows the brothers’ success with the track, The Greatest Bend Over (Take It Easy) alongside Yung Bredda, a crossover hit that amassed more than 40 million streams worldwide and was described by Billboard Magazine as “culture-quaking.”

“People know us for soca hits and high-energy music, but this record really reflects who we are creatively,” said Kevon. “We grew up influenced by so many sounds across the Caribbean. We are a happy, joyful, fun-loving people. We just want good vibes. No stress.” 

No Stress is now available on all major streaming platforms.

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Vybz Kartel To Headline Reggae Sumfest This Year, Alongside Mavado. New Album, ‘God & Time’ Set for June Release.

One of the most influential artists in dancehall history, Vybz Kartel, marks a defining new chapter with his forthcoming album God & Time, slated for release June 5th, 2026.

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In recent weeks, dancehall artiste, Vybz Kartel has been receiving some backlash online after sharing videos of himself wearing a bonnet while dancing in his underwear and a robe. The noise increased after he shared it a second time, almost taunting his detractors and making it clear that he is rich and does not care for the unsolicited comments of naysayers. Fast forward days later and like magic, the artiste’s pre-album release publicity stunt ushers in the release of his forthcoming album God & Time, set for a June 5th release. Kartel ain’t no fool.

The upcoming album is symbolic for the artiste who spent 13 years behind bars in Jamaica and was only released in 2024. It is being touted as his most personal and sonically expansive body of work since his release.  The album will span genres and features an all star lineup of artistes including, Puerto Rican superstar Farruko, Jamaica’s Skillibeng, and Shenseea, with more artistes to be included.

In a media release, it is highlighted that throughout God & Time, Vybz Kartel moves seamlessly between personal reflections, hard-hitting dancehall anthems, sensual records for the ladies, genre-bending crossover records, and rare moments of vulnerability. It adds that it is inspired by the Jamaican expression “God & Time”—rooted in faith, patience, and destiny—and reflects the artiste’s survival, rebirth, and creative freedom.

The title track evokes the same introspective tone as Kartel’s most streamed post-release hit “God Is The Greatest,” which has surpassed 30 million video views year-to-date.

Produced by longtime collaborator TJ Records alongside Kartel, the album reunites the creative team behind Viking (Vybz Is King) (2015) and King of the Dancehall (2016), which included the RIAA Gold-certified hit “Fever.” God & Time will be released via TJ Records / Vybz Kartel Muzik and distributed by Zojak World Wide.

In support of the new album, Vybz Kartel will headline Reggae Sumfest on July 18th, alongside Mavado, reuniting two dancehall icons whose rivalry defined the genre throughout the 2000s in a landmark moment for Jamaican music and culture.

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