Miami Carnival is anticipated annually. Thousands flock to the hot Miami Beach hotels, enjoying the Collins Avenue atmosphere in the days leading up to the J’ouvert on the Saturday and the parade of the bands on the Sunday. With endless restaurants shopping and entertainment options in this hub of fun, Caribbean people, who are traditionally fun at heart, have no problem settling in.

On Saturday morning all roads led to the Miami J’ouvert and EBUZZTT took in the action. In true Caribbean style, big trucks assembled, Djs from around the world gathered to bring the vibe to the people and crowds of eager fetters, penetrated the scene. Like any typical J’ouvert, there was paint, powder, water and lots of smiles. Along the venue, there were food stalls delivering sumptuous Caribbean cuisine which included many Jamaican dishes, like rice and peas and ox tail. There was also Trinidad and Tobago delights like Shark and fries and soup.

The enjoyment was unparalleled for most who came out to have fun. All inclusive J’ouvert packages purchased, they danced blissfully for the hours that seemed unending. Miami Carnival ambassador, Giselle the Wassi One, came through with the J’ouvert fun for her faithfuls who lapped it up. Artistes like Motto and Mandela Linkz performed and we also heard Skinny Banton in the mix. For most Soca artistes, Miami Carnival gives them the platform to release their potential hits ahead of Trinidad and Tobago’s Carnival each year.

EBUZZTT caught up with three time International Soca Monarch Champion, Voice, who highlighted his appreciation for Miami Carnival.

The last of the Mohicans is here! Miami Carnival is on this weekend and like clockwork, the Soca artistes have touched down and are ready to deliver to fans of Soca and the carnival culture who make the trip to the US state, annually. Nadia Batson’s set to make heads turn this weekend, this as she’s hitting the main stage on Sunday at the Miami Dade County Fairgrounds with a whole new hot girl look!

Batson’s on a roll! Her looks are keeping us all on our toes and with the release of her brand new single, “Fatt” ahead of C2K20, it seems like it’s about to be a repeat of sweet success for the SASS band leader next year. Via social media, Nadie gave fans a sneak peek of her new do- the faux locs we all love to see on her, but this time around, she’s added some vibe with splashes of colour that’s bound to catch some stares.