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Kairi People Remains Top Tier. Runaway Tobago Delivers Ambience, Soca and Good Vibes.

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What could anyone want more in an all inclusive carnival style fete, than what was delivered at Kairi People’s recent Runaway in Tobago? Pigeon Point proved to be the ultimate location for the event’s third staging on October 16th. A perfectly sunny afternoon lent to a lot of heat in the atmosphere, but with drinks flowing, good company all around and music to make everyone move, there was very little to complain about.

Patrons were given fans to brave the heat.

Kairi People has stood solidly in the entertainment and promotions market in T&T, as a leading outfit, hosting many events over the years. Runaway Tobago was no different. The $600 all- inclusive event saw many patrons enter the venue after 1pm, ready to enjoy all that was being offered. Tobago’s trademarked, Crab and Dumpling, along with pork dishes and Chinese food were served to food lovers, while at the bar, drinks served up in signature Kairi People cups, kept the afternoon’s momentum up. To lessen the effect of the scorching sun, Kairi People embellished fans were given to patrons upon arrival. These would certainly prove necessary as the afternoon progressed. Patrons came out dressed in colorful outfits, taking perfect heed to the call by organisers for bright, festive styles.

Patrons came dressed to suit the ambience and the all inclusive occasion.

Unapologetically absent from their regular professional duties, the crowd of happy-go- lucky fetters assembled, ready to ‘palance’ to the music of ‘D All Starz band, and the cast of artistes who would hit the stage. College Boy Jesse – one of the band’s frontline artistes, did an amazing job of introducing the live entertainment. His new single, ‘Party Genie’ shared with soca lovers ahead of Tobago Carnival, gave the crowd a little taste of what could be expected in the season ahead. He would later make way for fellow front-liner, Viking Ding Dong who, with a bag of hits to his credit, engaged with the audience like only he could. Interaction with a female fan in the audience would lead to her being brought on stage for the artiste’s release of his latest single, ‘Throwback.’ It was a moment of humor and fun as Ding Dong carelessly walked away from beside the gyrating woman, towards the crowd, leaving her to walk closer to the the bass player where she showed off her skills.

Farmer Nappy

The fun wasn’t done there. Seasoned entertainer, Farmer Nappy was next. Dressed in a red t-shirt and shorts, with red sneakers, Farmer came out to an eager audience as he sang the crowd favorite, ‘How Ah Living.’ He would later have to secure himself on stage as a female fan attempted to relieve him of his footwear, saying she wanted his sneakers. He chose to give her his socks as a piece of memorabilia, but she threw them back at him on stage, much to the thrill of the enthused crowd. “Yuh disrespectful,” Farmer lashed back, before continuing with his catalogue of groovy soca anthems that succeeded in pleasing the happy Kairi People crowd.

Wadicks brought vibes and fun on stage at Kairi People’s Runaway.

Also in the lineup was newcomer to the soca stage scene, ‘Wadicks.’ His 2024 hit single, ‘Beat Rum Bad’ maintains its momentum at carnival events, and has taken the artiste around the US and across the Caribbean region since T&T Carnival. Now, returning with a single called, ‘Iron,’ the retired soldier turned singer is proving to be a force with performance to match. He wooed the crowd with personality and charm, moving his hips and making eye contact with the women who screamed lustily as he performed. In the end, Wadicks would leave quite a lasting impression, many agreeing that he would be one to watch in the Carnival season ahead.

Mical Teja on stage at Runaway.

The excitement and thrill of Runaway was amplified with the emergence of reigning Road March King, Mical Teja who rounds off the frontline of D All Starz band. Delivering his energy to a welcoming audience, Teja ignited the scene and proved to be a delightful addition to the feting atmosphere. The artiste, who also celebrated his birthday on that day, released his new single, ‘Energy,’ making an intentional effort to share love and positive vibes with fetters who came from near and far to experience pure vibes at another Kairi People event.

Kairi People heads to South Ranch, Debe, in Trinidad next. Already, anticipation for the November 13th event is high as soca artiste Voice is booked to hit the stage, with other artistes to be added. Kairi People’s mantra of delivering to patrons, ‘value for money’ has proven to be a major factor in the delivery of there signature event brands. Runaway Tobago was certainly proof of the team’s ability to deliver effectively, even at an affordable price to patrons.

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Machel Montano’s Road is Clear. The Stage is Set for Monday Madness.

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After a stellar concert performance last week Friday at the Brian Lara Cricket academy, Machel Montano’s upcoming appearance in North, Trinidad, is highly anticipated by soca fans. The entertainer who’s been in the business for over 30 years, brought the house down at MEGA last weekend, showing the world that he remains a powerhouse in the Soca music business.

Montano, along with a supporting cast that included, Pumpa out of the USVI, Lady Lava, Chutney Soca Queen, Drupati, Skinny Fabulous, Voice, Yung Bredda, and Full Blown, among others, enticed soca fans in a major way, unleashing pure energy and vibes at an event that brought out a massive audience from the Southland and surrounding areas.

Mobile phone recording by patrons, a bit of a sour point at fetes for some time now, Montano urged fans to put away their devices just as he started his set. Dressed in yellow, and drenched in ice, the soca superstar delivered an unmistakably seamless set of songs that included ‘Like A Boss,’ ‘Fast Wine,’ ‘Bet Meh’ and of course, his Road March contender for 2025, ‘Pardy.

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The mecca of the dominant carnival force on the planet, remains Trinidad and Tobago. Now, as the season’s prevalence captivates fun-seekers around the globe, one promotional team is adamant that the events on the Carnival calendar must stand up to the expectations of the masses. 

The Johnny Q Sound Company will deliver one of the biggest events in this season, on Monday, February 24th at the Queen’s Park Oval in Port-of-Spain. Monday Madness is set to showcase the largest cast of Soca stars this season, with a headlining performance by the King of Soca himself, Machel Montano. “There is a certain kind of energy that carnival should invoke. We’re not saying it’s missing completely, but a void has been filled with the inclusion of White Oak Monday Madness, one week before Carnival Monday,” said a rep for Johnny Q.  

A well-known event promoter and music facilitator across the Caribbean, this is no new venture for the outfit. “Soca music is in our DNA as Trinbagonians. What we want to deliver to those visiting the country in 2025, is a true expression of who we are as Trinbagonians, at the Oval on Monday, February 24th. We’re working with Machel and the Monk Band, Patrice Roberts, Lyrikal, Nadia Batson, Road March King, Mical Teja, Ravi B, Nailah Blackman, Skinny Fabulous, Voice, and a long list of artistes, to present something that the people have not seen or experienced in a while, in T&T,” he said. 

Tickets already going extremely fast, the event will cater to every pocket with three zones offered- General, Stage Front and Big Truck VIP. “The Big Truck Party Zone with its elevated deck and mix and mingle area is catering to committees and their die-hard supporters. Kairi People, Vale Vibe, Bayside Events, Bayview, Event Locker Gateway to the World along with Monday Madness VIP, can be contacted directly for those tickets and they can also be purchased online at islandetickets.com. The prices range from $850 to $1500. The $850 tickets are food inclusive, with a cash bar, but the $1500 tickets are fully all inclusive,” said the event spokesperson.  

Patrons will have an exclusive entrance to that area, VIP washrooms and enough space to party comfortably. 

The stage front tickets, which are $600, offer an up-close and personal view of the artistes on stage. With doors opening at 7pm, the event is billed as one of, if not, the biggest carnival blockbuster fete this season. “Our products and our delivery in carnival as event organizers, are really and truly the advertisement for the carnivals that will follow. We have to ensure that tourists coming to carnival, are met with the best feting experiences so that they’ll tell the world about what they felt while they were here. We can’t drop the ball, not even for one season and as a promo outfit, we do not take that responsibility lightly. Monday Madness will deliver an over-the-top feting experience in 2025 because we want the world to come back again and again,” emphasized the spokesperson.  

This year the company is introducing a band of musicians that they’ve taken tremendous pride in building and investing in. “The Evolution Band has been working diligently to make their presence felt and they will be on stage at Monday Madness. The team comprises a number of young, talented musicians who are set to make a mark in the entertainment industry this year.” Added to that, The A Team Band will also hit the stage, bringing their musical strength to the Queen’s Park Oval with artistes everyone will enjoy. 

The stage is set for one of the most thrilling carnival fetes, the world has ever experienced, promised the event organizer. “The energy surrounding this fete is out of this world already. We’re guaranteeing a secure and unforgettable night at Monday Madness. This is your ticket to amplify the thrill leading up to carnival week.”

Online tickets at islandetickets.com, have been selling very well and it’s anticipated that there will be an influx of carnival chasers, entering the Oval on Monday, February 24th.

Information on the event is available online @mondamadnesstt on Instagram and Facebook. 

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Machel Set to Unleash New Studio Album, Releases Video for ‘Her Mudda’ With Pumpa.

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Trinidadian superstar Machel Montano has dropped the sizzling video for “Her Mudda”with the Virgin Islands’ Pumpa ahead of Trinidad & Tobago’s annual Carnival. The single appears on Montano’s upcoming studio album, One Degree Hotter, which is set for for release later this month via his record label, Monk Music.

“With its striking visuals directed by D. Padmore and ColorMeStadic, pulsating rhythms produced by Stadic & Jonny Blaze, and vibrant performances throughout, “Her Mudda” is a testament to the infectious spirit of soca music and the power of dance,” a media release issued by the team, highlights.

Pumpa and Machel have collaborated on “Yuh Mudda.”


“Her Mudda” along with Machel’s recently released singles – “Fling It Up” ft. Davido, “Pepper Vine” ft. Lady Lava and Drupatee, “PARDY”, “The Truth”, “Bumpa”, and “Fallen Fetters” with Skinny Fabulous  – will all be featured on One Degree Hotter.

The album’s title is a play on words, not only referencing his hot streak of hit records, but also a nod to his recent completion of a Master’s degree in Carnival Studies at the University of Trinidad & Tobago. 

“After two years earning my Master’s degree in Carnival Studies, immersing myself in my culture, and studying where we’ve come from, I’m more inspired than ever about where we can go next. I couldn’t wait to get back in the studio and work on my next album, fueled by everything I’ve learned. ‘One Degree Hotter’ is a double entendre—it marks my Master’s degree, but also my mission to turn up the heat on my music and take it to the corners of the globe,”  Machel said.

“Songs like ‘Fling It Up’ ft. Davido and ‘Pepper Vine’ with Lady Lava and Drupatee reflect that vision—pushing Soca forward by connecting it with the global sounds of Africa and India. To me, this album represents a step forward in the evolution of my sound and mission,”  he adds.

One Degree Hotter follows Machel’s 2021 star-studded album The Wedding Album, which featured Afro B, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Teddy Riley, Vybz Kartel and many more.

The announcement follows Machel’s appearance on NPR’s Tiny Desk, a major milestone for the Soca genre as Machel made history becoming the first soca artist to perform on the platform. The video has garnered over 1 million views in the short time since its release. NPR spoke on the significance of Machel’s performance saying, “Montano’s performance is the first to bring soca, the high energy dance music of the Caribbean, to the Tiny Desk. The genre was born in Trinidad and Tobago in the early 1970s when calypso artist Lord Shorty (who later chose the name Ras Shorty I) added traditional Indian percussion instruments and rhythms to calypso music — itself a fusion that incorporates elements of African, Venezuelan, French and American music.” 

In preparation for the 2025 Trinidad & Tobago Carnival, Machel Montano will defend his Calypso Monarch crown. Fans have already deemed the musical maestro’s single “PARDY” one of the top contenders for the coveted Road March race, which if he wins, Montano will be tied with the legendary Lord Kitchener for the most all time at 11 titles.

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