Ebuzz News
Masqueraders Will Choose Road March in T&T Today. Winner Will Be Set for 2023.
After weeks of debate over what the preferred song for Carnival 2023 Road March, should be, the deciding day is finally here. Masquerade bands in all their glory will assemble their beautifully adorned masqueraders on this Carnival Tuesday, hitting the road to the sounds of sweet Soca music blaring from speakers, at every junction in the capital city and parts beyond. This is the bitter-sweet day many look forward to, annually. The question that lingers remains, who will be the 2023 Road March champion?
Contenders in the race have been selected by and large by the DJs who delivered at carnival fetes throughout the season. They often claim to play just what the people want to hear, however many argue, there are contributions by artistes that are road ready, fete ready, that never make it into the DJs’ carnival ‘must play’ catalogue.It isn’t a new argument but truth be told, the argument is indeed an important one, since, for the many artistes whose music never make it into proper fete rotation, work outside of T&T’s carnival will be nearly, if not completely non existent.
The Road March winner will see his or her booking price increase significantly after the season. That is certainly a perk every artist craves. In the race for the coveted prize this season are, Bunji Garlin, Nailah Blackman with Skinny Fabulous, Machel Montano with Destra Garcia and Nicki Minaj and Patrice Roberts with Machel Montano. The songs, ‘Hard Fete,’ ‘Come Home,’ ‘Shake De Place,’ and ‘Like Yuhself,’ are priority tracks that DJs never fail to deliver. What matters today, as it did on Carnival Monday, is how many times each song is played as masqueraders of each band, cross the judging point or stage.
Ebuzztt spoke with Slam 100.5FM radio DJ, DJ Shaun in early February. Back then he listed six songs he felt, had the power and sweetness to give masqueraders a good time while on the road. Back then, ‘Shake De Place’ was not on his list. Last week Friday, like a power card, Machel Montano unleashed a remix to that song which he initially collaborated with Destra Garcia on. Internationally certified celebrity, Nicki Minaj was added to the excitement, delivering a unique Hip Hop element, with an effort-driven Trini dialect interlaced, in a bid undoubtedly, to seal the deal on the road. All three artistes were spotted atop a truck on the road on Carnival Monday, making it very clear that they want the coveted prize and will push for it come hell or high water.
You tell us, what is your Road March choice?
Miami Carnival
Miami Carnival is On. Community Ready to Help Rebuild, In the Aftermath of Hurricane.
Ahead of the celebration of its 40th anniversary, The Miami Broward Carnival Host Committee is today extending its heartfelt sympathies and prayers to all those affected by Hurricane Milton. In a media release issued, the committee reaffirms its commitment to helping to support all rebuilding and restoration efforts.
“Miami Carnival has always been a symbol of resilience, joy, and togetherness; this year is no exception. As the West Coast and Central Florida face the devastating aftermath impacts of this Category 3 storm, we stand in solidarity with the affected families and communities,” read the media release. The committee highlights that amid preparations for the festival this weekend, the recent natural disaster has undoubtedly deepened its sense of gratitude for the traditions and community bonds that the carnival has been strengthened by. “Our thoughts are with all impacted communities as they begin the journey toward recovery and healing.”
Machel Montano To Be Honored at Panorama on Friday.
As part of this year’s milestone celebration, Miami Carnival, the City of Lauderhill and the City of Miami will honor the contributions of Soca legend, Machel Montano at the Miami Broward Panorama on Friday. The event takes place at the Central Broward Park in Lauderhill and the Miami Carnival Parade of Bands and Concert on Sunday, October 13th will be staged at the Miami Dade County Fair & Expo, Inc.
“Montano, a Grammy-recognized, multi-award-winning artist, and producer, has brought joy and pride to the Caribbean diaspora through his music for decades. As the King of Soca, Montano has won ten Road March titles, a prestigious honor in Trinidad and Tobago Carnival,” the committee’s statement read.
Maintaining its commitment to aiding with relief efforts following the recent hurricane, then host committee is calling on the broader community to support the Caribbean Strong Relief Efforts in partnership with the Global Empowerment Mission (GEM), which has already mobilized to provide aid to those impacted by Hurricane Milton. “As part of our commitment to supporting the Caribbean community, Miami Carnival will be donating to these relief efforts and encouraging all to contribute, whether through time, donations, or resources, to support the ongoing relief efforts.”
To donate or volunteer with Caribbean Strong, please visit:
Global Empowerment Mission Volunteer Signup. For event updates, ticket sales, and transportation information for the Miami Carnival, please visit miamicarnival.org
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Abigail Lalchan
22nd February 2023 at 6:53 AM
I find this sound was ketching for me and I hope they win road march