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Archived: Pure Grenada, Pure Spice- Mr. Killa, Tallpree, Boyzie and More For Spice Mas 2014!

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Grenada is very proud of the sons of its soil. The island known for it’s ‘Wicked Jab’ element of carnival is preparing for Spice Mas 2014. Together with Grenada’s Tourism Authority, The Spicemas Corporation launched its carnival in Trinidad on Friday at the recently introduced Radisson Hotel, in Port-of-Spain. In 2013, ETCETERABUZZ.COM took in the excitement of Spice Mas and of course, we delivered all the happenings to you as it took place and as we observed. Grenada’s Mr. Killa, having had a monstrous season in Trinidad and Tobago this past Carnival, is certainly one of Grenada’s and the SpiceMas corporation’s biggest selling points. On Friday, they noted that the young artiste was first runner up to Machel Montano in the Power Soca Monarch competition in T&T this year, adding that he also managed to secure the Carib Breakout Artiste of the Year award. Now, with that made clear, we’re guessing Mr. Killa will be instrumental in bringing many to SpiceMas 2014.

Much like carnival in T&T, the revelry on the road is wonderful in Grenada!

Much like carnival in T&T, the revelry on the road is wonderful in Grenada!

The JabJab is an integral part of Grenada's J'ouvert and overall SpiceMas experience.

The JabJab is an integral part of Grenada’s J’ouvert and overall SpiceMas experience.

Grenada is truly a beautifully, rustic island- known for authenticity. Jab Jab J’ouvert is huge over there and on Friday at the launch, the island’s Minister of Tourism, Senator The Honorable, Brenda Hood boasted that Grenada has the “best” J’ouvert bar none! No dispute there… But, beyond that, Grenada’s hospitality is also a major factor in luring people to the island for an event such as SpiceMas. During our SpiceMas visit in 2013, our EBUZZ team took in the warmth of the people and their expressiveness, noting that their body language speaks of a need to keep any visitor indulged and happy!

The SpiceMas season starts on July 25th and ends on August 12th.  Included on the calendar of events are the Groovy and Power Soca Monarch competitions on August 8th, the Panorama Competition on August 9th and J’ouvert on August 11th. Of course, there’ll be lots of fetes in between. Last year we partied at White in the Moonlight- an extraordinary event staged in the countryside of the island. Machel Montano, Patrice Roberts, Farmer Nappy, Grenada’s Valene Nedd and other awesome acts added to the sweetness of what is certainly a mammoth event. We expect 2014 to be even bigger!

The Spice Island Hotel is definitely a paradise of its own in Grenada! Check them out at www.spiceislandbeachresort.com

The Spice Island Hotel is definitely a paradise of its own in Grenada! Check them out at www.spiceislandbeachresort.com

At Friday’s launch, a small display of what can be expected during any SpiceMas carnival, was delivered by our hosts. Covered in black oil- or as MC Marc Anthony explained, a charcoal mix of some sort, the JabJab made its presence felt. We also heard from reigning Power Soca Monarch and Road March King, Boyzie who sang his winning single, ‘Mas Everywhere’. Kudos must be given to Caribbean Airlines, T&T organiser Kristy Ramnarine and her team, and of course, Spice Island Beach Resort- a wonderful place to stay in Grenada, along with Grenada’s Tourism Authority for what we already foresee will be an amazing Spicemas 2014 experience, thanks to their well coordinated efforts on Friday. We’re looking forward to Grenada’s carnival this year and we invite you to stay with us as we take you there and into the excitement!

 

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Denise Belfon Thanks Drake’s ‘OVO’ Team for Inclusion of Her ‘Work’ on New Track.

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Canadian rapper, Drake is once again teaming up with Caribbean entertainers, delivering a brand new album called, ‘Maid of Honor,’ which is now available on all streaming platforms. It was one of three albums the artiste simultaneously dropped on May 15th – the other two being ICEMAN and HABIBTI.

Rapper, Drake has released three new albums simultaneously.

One of the singles on ‘Maid of Honor,’ called ‘BBW’ features the work of Trinidad and Tobago entertainer, Denise ‘Saucy Wow’ Belfon – her 1998 track, ‘Work.’

The lyrics, ‘Put Yuh Back in It’ became a trending expression on TikTok in 2020 when it became a challenge on the popular platform. That viral opportunity six years ago, led to the song’s resurgence and Belfon’s name being called by younger generations whose parents, aunts and uncles would’ve more than likely grown up on her music and performances in the Caribbean. Fast forward to 2026, and Belfon is once again enjoying a viral moment as news broke that her song had been sampled by Drake. “Everything is legitimate and I want to thank the team – Fabian Alfonso, a copyright specialist out of Trinidad and Tobago ; He was very instrumental in making this deal become reality, said Belfon in a chat with Ebuzztt, before expressing gratitude to several other instrumental people, and Drake’s OVO team.

In 2022, dancehall artiste, Shenseea and rapper, Megan Thee Stallion also sampled ‘Work’ on the single, ‘Lick.’ Belfon, who lives in New York, had, at that time, attended a release party at a nightclub in New York, where Shenseea acknowledged the Soca artiste’s influence on the new release.

The Maid of Honor album delivers 14 singles and added to T&T’s Denise Belfon, Jamaican artiste, Popcaan is also featured on a single called, ‘Amazing Shape.’

Denise Belfon’s personality and charisma has, for a very long time, made her a fan favorite in the Caribbean. A vocal powerhouse and unique stage performer, she has stood the test of time in the Soca music industry, having created massive soca anthems like ‘Work,’ ‘Wine and Bend Over’ and ‘Wining Queen’ among countless other flavorful singles.

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Caribbean Fashion Is A Big Deal. Designer, Ecliff Elie Expands With Women In Mind.

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Caribbean fashion is top tier. In a world of copy and paste designs, Caribbean brands like the incomparable Ecliff Elie, stand in a class of their own. Earlier this month, the menswear brand made a major announcement and whether you’ve heard or not, we’re here to tell you, this is huge.

The Ecliff Elie brand will now be delivering its seamless, tailored appeal to women. The brand is known for its precision tailoring and disciplined garment construction so with that at its foundation, women can now feel the complete effect of the Ecliff Elie touch. The company steps out into this aspect of its business after what it says has been years of delivering this service privately to women. Dubbed ‘Bespoke — Tailored for Women,’ Ecliff Elie is now offering the service, at scale.

The introduction reflects a focused extension of Elie’s established approach to tailoring – one built on proportion, control, and consistency. Each garment is developed through a guided process that considers posture, movement, and presence, ensuring that the final result aligns with how the individual operates and presents herself.

From custom blazers to trousers, skirts, and dresses, customers will now be able to get their custom designed Ecliff Elie apparel, through a consultation-led process where every decision—from cut to finish—is deliberate. The company says fabric selection will be approached with the same level of discipline, with materials chosen for structure, performance, and longevity, allowing each piece to maintain its standard over time.

“This is not a new direction,” Elie states. “It is a continuation of work I have done over time, now introduced with structure and clarity.”

With more than three decades of experience, Ecliff Elie has consistently positioned presentation as a defining factor in how individuals are perceived. His work has guided clients across industries to approach style as a matter of precision and intent rather than preference.

“When the garment is correct, everything changes,” he adds. “You move differently. You carry yourself differently. That is the standard.”

As more women continue to operate at the highest levels across business, leadership, and professional environments, the demand for tailoring that reflects both authority and individuality has grown. This offering responds to that shift with a process designed to deliver consistency, clarity, and control.

Through Bespoke — Tailored for Women, Ecliff Elie continues to refine his approach while maintaining a clear focus on craftsmanship, attention to detail, and a disciplined standard of execution.

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