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Machel Montano Will Be Doing This on Carnival Tuesday.

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While many in Trinidad and Tobago will more than likely be suffering from masquerader’s ‘tabanca’ tomorrow, the King of Soca, Machel Montano will be channeling his energy in a pretty unexpected way this year.

Currently in India, Machel is set to perform at the MahaShivRatri celebrations being held at Isha Yoga Center in that part of the world tomorrow. Highlighted as the biggest performance of his entire career, Machel says this isn’t just another stage performance for him, since this event is deeply connected to his own spiritual journey. MahaShivRatri is one of the largest and most sacred festivals in India, and the gathering at Isha Yoga Center attracted more than 120 million people in person and online in 2021.

Machel has embarked on his spiritual journey with his wife, Renee, and his manager, Che Kothari. For the past seven months, he’s been in India participating in a yoga programme (Sadhanapada) at the Isha Yoga Center, under the tutelage of well known Indian yoga guru Sadhguru – undeniably seem as one of the most influential visionaries of this time. Sadhguru leads the nightlong festival of meditation, music and dance at at MahaShivRatri.

Tomorrow night, Machel will perform new music from his label MONK music, a collaboration between himself and Marge Blackman titled “Touch The Ground,” which is featured on the Save Soil Riddim, produced by DJ Private Ryan. “It is one of the most profound moments of my life, to be performing at this festival. After 40 years in the music industry, I am overwhelmed with joy and gratitude for this opportunity and for what it represents on a global level,” said the artist.

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Separately, Machel has partnered with Sadhguru on the ‘Conscious Planet Save Soil’ movement, to raise global awareness and encourage government policy action to revitalize soil. The new single ‘Touch the Ground,’ is a call to action for Caribbean people and the world to find ways to protect the world’s soil from further degradation.

In addition to this global performance at MahaShivRatri tomorrow, Montano will collaborate with the students of the Isha Home School in a musical performance on March 5th, to raise awareness of the Save Soil movement. The performance will take place on Montano’s Instagram Live at 8:30 am AST / 6:00 pm IST.

Later, in mid-March, Montano will join Sadhguru on a visit to the Caribbean including visits to Antigua & Barbuda, Guyana and Belize where they will meet with government leaders from across the region to discuss and collaborate on the Save Soil movement. The visits will form part of a global tour led by Sadhguru to launch Save Soil.

“No matter how much wealth, education, and money we have, our children cannot live well unless we restore the soil and water. Conscious Planet, the only way forward.” – Sadhguru

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  1. Inez Ross

    2nd March 2022 at 1:33 AM

    Love the rhythm, body movement and mainly the intention regarding touching the earth, soil or ground. Trust this gets a big break through regarding all the effort of all involved both living and deceased.

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T&T’s Full Blown Taps Into African Music Market, Collaborating with Ghanaian Artiste,Black Sherif.

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The Atlantic Ocean has long connected Africa and the Caribbean through history and culture. That connection finds a powerful new expression with “Love Again,” an Afro-Caribbean collaboration between global Ghanaian superstar, Black Sherif and Trinidad and Tobago’s acclaimed songwriting and performing duo, brothers Kory and Kevon Hart of Full Blown.

The single was released globally through EMPIRE on September 4th. Built around themes of vulnerability, healing and the courage to love again, the record arrives at a time when
creative partnerships between Africa and the Caribbean are reshaping the sound of global music.

‘Love Again’ captures the emotional highs and lows of choosing hope after heartbreak. For Black Sherif, whose introspective storytelling has earned him over 1bn+ streams from his previous album “Iron Boy,” over 5bn+ streams across his catalogue, and a global audience, the collaboration represents another step in expanding the dialogue between African and Caribbean music.

For Kory and Kevon Hart, internationally respected producers and songwriters whose work has shaped countless Caribbean hits, it marks an opportunity to showcase their artistry alongside
one of Africa’s defining voices. As Black Sherif continues to share his life through his music, he is not shy about discussing intimacy and love. “Almost all of the necessary affections that I have needed, and have gotten, came from afar, physically and figuratively. As a result, I have a tough time receiving and keeping love or better say intimacy, even though I crave them intensely,” he shared.

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He admits that in his adult years this topic “has become one of the greatest discussions in my bedroom mirror and with this project, I have allowed you a glimpse of it.” Remarkably, despite creating this song together, the artistes did so from different parts of the world. They did not meet until the filming of the official music video. The reality TV-inspired video, which drops on October 15th, further celebrates the undeniable musical chemistry between West Africa and the Caribbean – regions whose cultural ties continue to inspire some of the world’s most exciting sounds.

Full Blown’s involvement in this project further supports their continued exploration of themes related to love and relationships. “This project felt natural and fits our vibe and style perfectly,” the brothers expressed cohesively.

Hailing from the twin-island Republic of Trinidad & Tobago, where Soca music is the dominant genre, a big part of their dream for the genre has always been to carry the sound of Soca music to the corners of the globe, and to collaborate and share their particular vibe with artistes from different cultures. “This project is another step forward for Full Blown. We’re keeping our
dream alive,” said the duo.

As Afrobeats continues its global rise and Caribbean music expands its international reach, ‘Love Again’ reflects a broader movement bringing African and Caribbean artistes closer together. Rather than borrowing from one another, the record celebrates a shared musical lineage while pointing toward an increasingly connected future.

‘Love Again’ is one of 6 tracks featured on his EP titled SUN SHERIF, which is set to follow the success of his second studio album.

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The Best Little Whorehouse in Guapo Opens This October.

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There’s a thriving theatre industry in Trinidad ad Tobago. Theatre is a part of T&T’s entertainment landscape that just isn’t given the attention it truly deserves. In the weeks ahead however, there’s certainly going to be a buzz surrounding one production that’ll have everybody talking.

Penelope Spencer’s adaptation of “The Best Little Whorehouse in Guapo,”
opens at the Cipriani Labour College on Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th October 2026, with additional performances scheduled through February 2027 at Queen’s Hall, SAPA and the Central Bank Auditorium.

CPR Productions will be bringing back a play that is undoubtedly fondly remembered by theatre lovers. This time however, a new cast, which includes Cecilia Salazar and Penelope Spencer, as Carmen and Frances, along with Ro’dey, Serran Clarke, Shevonne Metivier and Rachel Bascombe – step into the spotlight with a fresh production under the directorship of Penelope Spencer.


“The Best Little Whorehouse in Guapo,” is an adult comedy-drama that’s set in Guapo, deep in the Southern end of Trinidad. It follows four women making a living through the world’s oldest profession and the complicated relationships inside the house they share.

CPR Productions has delivered several successful theatrical productions, including Ridiculous 61⁄2, 7 Year Itch and Two Fat Fellas. With this latest production, the company continues its focus on Trinbagonian theatre, local stories and comedy, rooted in situations and characters audiences recognize.

Tickets for the play are available online at islandetickets.com, as well as
K’Squared Fashion locations, Domon’s Shoe Store, Long Circular Mall and
HYPEDTT Home & More, Valpark Shopping Plaza. Tickets will also be available through the relevant venue box offices as announced. Patrons are encouraged to secure tickets early for the opening weekend at Cipriani Labour College.

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