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Archived: Iwer George Is Still D' Boss!
Iwer George is still the boss. Wondering how we’ve come to that conclusion? Well, even though Iwer announced his decision to opt out of future productions of the International Soca Monarch showcase recently, he continues to be booked for various events overseas- proving that he is an artiste in demand. This past weekend, George performed in the prelude to Washington DC and Baltimore Carnival at an event called Glow in the Dark and in usual Iwer fashion, he killed it!
Iwer George celebrated his birthday during DC’s carnival this past weekend.
Iwer’s presence has been a staple to many Caribbean carnivals hosted across the world, over the years. On his announcement a few weeks ago, that he would no longer be participating in the highly acclaimed, International Soca Monarch competition, many raised eyebrows, wondering if this would mean the end of the boss. Last weekend however, Iwer proved that his career is nowhere close to becoming defunct. He stepped on stage at Glow In The Dark and amid technical glitches, Iwer recreated a T&T carnival fete scene- a fetter’s dream, some might call it, delivering an A class performance, according to our EBUZZ foreign correspondent.
The Glow in The Dark event also saw performances by Mr. Famous- the artiste from Toco, Trinidad who pretty much proved to be the break through artiste of Carnival 2014. St. Vincent’s Skinny Fabulous was also in the lineup, delivering his hit single ‘Worst Behaviour’, a 2014 crowd favourite, among other big songs.
George celebrated his birthday last Friday. It was actually the same night of the Glow In The Dark event. He told his audience that he’d traveled all the way from Trinidad to be with them on his birthnite. ETCETERABUZZ.COM understands that Grenada’s Mr. Killa was also billed to perform at the event, however on show night he was a no show, according to our correspondent. On Saturday, the Caribbean revellers of Washington made their presence felt and as we understand it, Iwer George was the man of the moment, being blessed with lots of love and birthday wishes from his adoring foreign fans.
Today, another soca star celebrates his birthday. Much love and best wishes to Bunji Garlin- the ‘Differentology’ hit maker who continues to make inroads overseas, with his monstrous ragga soca anthems.
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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.
