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Archived: Terri Lyons Welcomes A Bouncing Baby Boy!
He’s here. An addition to the royal family of Soca came yesterday with the birth of Terri Lyons’ bouncing baby boy! Mathias Supreme Fortune was born at Westshore Medical in Trinidad, weighing in at 7lbs 4 oz, and according to reports reaching ETCETERABUZZ.COM, all is well with both baby and mommy.
A new addition to Soca’s Royal family… Mathias Supreme Fortune.
We got the news yesterday evening from Terri’s elder sister, Fay-Ann who was in Jamaica and about to hit the stage at the Arthur Guinness Day concert there. She said, “She had a boy!” with a sense of delight for her younger sibling.
On Monday, Terri had told ETCETERABUZZ.COM that she was hoping the little man would arrive then, as not only was it her birthday but the arrival of the baby was overdue. Now we know that it hadn’t happened as she would have hoped, and instead, little Mathias came into the world on his very own time.
We spoke with Devon Matthews, one of Terri’s good friends and of course, one of the people she most recently collaborated musically with and he said he got the call last night and Terri later messaged him while he’d been on Synergy TV. “She is very happy. The funny thing is I thought she would have needed some time to recuperate and stuff but I heard from her. I was hoping that he would have come on her birthday – that would have been cool….,” he said, before adding, “but he’s here now so I guess the bouncing now start!”
Asked about his plans for a little Devon junior of his own, Matthews, with his usual humour said, “Month end, when I get paid, I’ll let you know.”
Congratulations are definitely in order for the 31-year-old mom who has delivered to T&T, a number of great tunes in and out of Carnival. She joins not only her sister Fay-Ann but also soca artistes like Denise Belfon, Destra Garcia and Barbados’ Allison Hinds who’ve proven that the soca energy still keeps them pumping even after having their babies!
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Destra Delivers Powerfully at Reflections.
“If this sharing that I’m doing touches anyone, I’m truly grateful. None of us are perfect. Some days you’ll feel good, some days you won’t, but it’s all part of the journey. Sometimes what you’re looking for is right on the horizon, and the moment you give up, you miss it. If my testimony makes anyone feel something, then my work here is done.” – DESTRA GARCIA
Trinidad and Tobago received a musical showcase of spiritual awakening yet again this past Saturday, at Destra’s ‘Reflections: Sound. Spirit. Surrender.” The event took place at Queen’s Hall, St. Ann’s and proved to be a truly inspiring and uplifting musical experience.
From the onset, the show set a standard that fans of good music with powerful lyrics, would rave about for weeks. David Rudder – a cultural icon of Calypso music out of Trinidad and Tobago, welcomed the audience as he hit the stage first delivering the very fitting, ‘High Mas.’ It was a powerful blessing no doubt – something that would lead into a seamless spiritual production. He was subsequently joined on stage by Destra, something that created a full-circle moment that drew immediate emotion from the audience.
Known for her unmistakeable vocal ability, Destra took her audience on a carefully curated musical journey, opening her set with Free Again before transitioning into slowed-down, soul-stirring renditions of some of her most beloved songs, including Love Somebody and Fly and with each performance, she revealed a different layer of her artistry, offering vulnerability, reflection, and strength.
One of the night’s most touching highlights came as Garcia shared the stage with her daughter, Xaiya, for a heartfelt duet of The Prayer. Beginning at the piano, Xaiya gently set the tone before joining her mother in song, creating an intimate moment that resonated deeply with the audience.
The production, which was creatively directed by Zara Bartels and Isoke Edwards, also showcased the incredible talent of father and son pan duo Martin and De’jean Cain as well as the Maria Regina Grade School and St. Joseph’s Convent Port- of- Spain choirs, whose vibrant and polished performances brought a refreshing, youthful energy to the stage. Gospel artiste, Nisa joined Garcia for a powerful duet of Bridge Over Troubled Water. She also performed her original composition Make Me Over, adding another layer of spiritual depth to the evening.
As the show built toward its finale, Garcia delivered a commanding rendition of Ella Andall’s Bring Down the Power, followed by classic hymns including A Little More Oil in My Lamp. This climactic segment was elevated by the presence of traditional belle dancers and African drummers, creating a rich, cultural fusion that brought the audience to its feet. Beyond the performances, the overall production, brought to life through Bridgette Wilson’s choreography and Atiba Borde’s costuming, stood out for its seamless execution, immersive ambience, and thoughtful storytelling, reinforcing Reflections as more than just a concert, but a transformative experience.
Reflections certainly delivered a powerful blend of music, filled with deep messages and meaning. In what is a very spiritual season, Destra, through the delivery of ‘Reflections,’ has carved out a space for inspiration and connection within Trinidad and Tobago’s cultural landscape – something that many would agree, is a necessity more than an option.
