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Machel Dedicates Hummingbird Gold Medal to His Family.
Machel Montano, the undisputed King of Soca, has dedicated his Hummingbird Gold Medal, received on the weekend, to his family.
Montano, who celebrates 40 years in the Soca music business, this year, was honored by his country, Trinidad and Tobago, during Republic Day celebrations. “I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude on receiving the Hummingbird Gold National award of Trinidad and Tobago this weekend,” he wrote on social media on Monday. “I am humbled and wish to dedicate this honor to my family, my parents Elizabeth and Winston Montano who set me on this path and without whom I would not stand proud here in this moment,” he continued.
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The artist who began his career at the age of 9 said his parents’ love, guidance and support throughout the years have been his foundation. He thanked his brother Marcus for igniting his musical spark and always being there for him. “Up to this day, someone I can call on anytime for any task,” he said, adding, “My wife, my children, in-laws, sister-in-law, nieces, aunts, cousins and loved ones who have all steered and cheered me on.”
Montano said over his 40 year journey in music, his family has grown into a ‘Famalay’…sprawling all over the globe. “All my musical friends, writers, producers, musicians, managers, dancers, collaborators, creators, techs, teachers, assistants, dedicated staff, friends and FANS … everyone who has ever contributed to anything I’ve done, it’s always been fun and I thank you all. I celebrate this award today with appreciation for how blessed I am to have people in my life that help me to realize my dreams,” wrote the artist.
Machel said he hopes his receipt of this award can be an inspiration to all other entertainers, to keep working hard and to keep on aspiring.
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Lila Ike Bridges Generations, Gets Nod of Approval from Patra on ‘Romantic’ Remake.
Jamaican reggae singer, Lila Iké embraces confidence on her sultry, new single, “Romantic” which features dancehall artiste, Masicka. The track and its accompanying video arrive alongside the exciting announcement of her highly anticipated debut album, Treasure Self Love, which is set for release on August 22nd.
“Romantic,” hears Ike put a bold, empowering spin on Jamaican dancehall royalty Patra’s 1994 classic “Romantic Call.” The original track, featuring hip-hop icon Yo-Yo, peaked at #55 on the Billboard Hot 100. Now, three decades later, Lila pays homage while making it her own. Patra herself opens and closes the track, blessing it with her own signature style.
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The unity between Patra and Lila bridges generations of feminine power.
The song was produced by British-Ghanaian hitmaker Juls—known for work with Wizkid, Lauryn Hill, Burna Boy, and Tyler the Creator—andJamaican producer Dunw3ll. The video was directed by Shane Creative and offers that 90’s nostalgia, with Lila and her leading ladies rocking shimmery, throwback dancehall queen fashion. Modern day dancehall star Masicka jumps in with rapid-fire, flirtatious bars that amplify the chemistry
With “Romantic,” Lila Iké isn’t just revisiting a classic—she’s reinventing it for a new era. “‘Romantic’ is my way of paying homage to dancehall and of course the queens who made space for us — women like Patra, who taught us how to be bold, sensual, and unapologetic. I wanted to tap into that energy, which is very me anyways,” said the artiste.
“Masicka’s verse added that fire and dancehall balance I needed. It’s not just a throwback — it’s a whole new mood! Big up Patra for coming on board as well, that was a full circle moment,” she added.
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