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This Band Is Bringing Brass on the Road Again in 2024. That Is Vibes!

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It’s not a spanking, new concept as some contemporary bands may try to sell. In fact, it’s as traditional as carnival concepts are. The need to revitalize an age-old carnival experience, refreshing the thrill of the road on Carnival Monday in particular, sits at the core of an experienced team’s efforts as they prepare to deliver yet another year of true Trinbagonian Carnival revelry in 2024.  

Stepping confidently into the oncoming season, Brass 2 The World- one of Trinidad and Tobago’s respected brass bands, is unleashing, yet again, its carnival mas project, Blow Mano Blow. Since its introduction in 2017, interest in the band’s offering for Carnival Monday revelry and fun, has remained high. Riding the wave of its 2023 ‘Band of the Day’ win at the Queen’s Park Savannah on day one of the two-day parade of the bands, ‘Blow Mano Blow’ will reveal its 2024 presentation at a band launch on October 21st

Already, plans are underway, as patrons attending the launch of ” McCarthy Party,’ at Estate 101 in Maraval, will be excited to know that there will be live band accompaniment to the T-shirt mas presentation. Together with live performances by well known and loved entertainers like Austin ‘SuperBlue’ Lyons, Viking Ding Dong, Bitts, Snakey, Sanell Dempster and others, the event promises to be a distinguishable band launch experience. 

The theme of next year’s presentation, ‘McCarthy Party’ shines light on the musical prowess of Tobago’s very own, King Wellington – an artiste who was born into music and has contributed immensely to the calypso artform. Wellington’s, ‘McCarthy Party’ was the last song played by Mano Marcellin’s Brass Orchestra. Sadly, Marcellin passed away in 2017, but the euphoria of his brass band engagement lives on as Blow Mano Blow pays homage to this great musician and band leader, annually. 

Marcellin’s son, Burt Marcellin spearheads the organization of this dynamic and culturally rich symbol of Trinidad and Tobago’s carnival experience. For him, and those who’ve committed to the cause, it’s more than business. “This is important for not just the act of keeping Mano Marcellin’s name and legacy alive, but also, the legacies of so many creative geniuses who’ve played a pivotal role in the history of our carnival,” said Charlene Clarke, marketing liaison for the band.

The experience, while still in its embryonic stage, provides an alternative to the typical near- nude carnival showcase that plasters the streets of the capital, annually. “There should be something for everyone in our carnival. The live brass on the road is a part of our tradition that should have never faded away. The live music, complete with stringed and horned instruments is necessary as we present our uniqueness, to the globe, albeit, amid a smorgasbord of carnival copies, around the hemisphere,” said one member of the outfit. 

On October 21st, the sound of brass and now, steelpan, compliments a strong alliance with the Woodbrook Playboys Steel Orchestra, will emanate behind the walls of Estate 101 from 8pm to 2am. “We can guarantee a truly exciting fusion of contemporary ideas and traditional mainstays- all of which define the beauty that is Trinidad and Tobago,” said Clarke. 

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Digicel Rising Stars Singer, Kay Alleyne- Meloney Has Passed Away.

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On Sunday, news emerged that one of Trinidad and Tobago’s well known vocalists, Kay Alleyne- Meloney, had lost her battle with Cancer. The artiste, who in 2007 had won hearts across Trinidad and Tobago after appearing on the Digicel Rising Stars showcase, was considered a hallmark of entertainment excellence in Trinidad and Tobago.

In a statement issued on her passing, Digicel Trinidad and Tobago expressed profound sadness, extending heartfelt condolences to Alleyne- Meloney’s family, friends and loved ones. “Kay truly believed in the transformative power of music and consistently used her extraordinary vocal gift to touch the hearts of everyone who witnessed her performances. Her remarkable voice and vocal dexterity were a hallmark of entertainment excellence in Trinidad and Tobago,” wrote Director, Communications & External Relations , Colin Greaves.

Greaves recalled that even during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Digicel once again collaborated with the singer when she headlined a full-length performance as part of Digicel’s Safe and Sound Online Concert Series. “In staying true to her personal brand, her show was widely credited with lifting spirits and offering a beacon of hope to many,” said Greaves. He went on to express hope that Alleyne -Meloney’s legacy lives on. “Trinidad and Tobago has indeed lost one of its brightest stars. May she rest in peace, and may her profound legacy and music live on forever,” he said.

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Lila Ike Bridges Generations, Gets Nod of Approval from Patra on ‘Romantic’ Remake.

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Jamaican reggae singer, Lila Iké embraces confidence on her sultry, new single, “Romantic” which features dancehall artiste, Masicka. The track and its accompanying video arrive alongside the exciting announcement of her highly anticipated debut album, Treasure Self Love, which is set for release on August 22nd.

“Romantic,” hears Ike put a bold, empowering spin on Jamaican dancehall royalty Patra’s 1994 classic “Romantic Call.” The original track, featuring hip-hop icon Yo-Yo, peaked at #55 on the Billboard Hot 100. Now, three decades later, Lila pays homage while making it her own. Patra herself opens and closes the track, blessing it with her own signature style.

Lila Ike is set to unleash an album in August.
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The unity between Patra and Lila bridges generations of feminine power.

The song was produced by British-Ghanaian hitmaker Juls—known for work with Wizkid, Lauryn Hill, Burna Boy, and Tyler the Creator—andJamaican producer Dunw3ll. The video was directed by Shane Creative and offers that 90’s nostalgia, with Lila and her leading ladies rocking shimmery, throwback dancehall queen fashion. Modern day dancehall star Masicka jumps in with rapid-fire, flirtatious bars that amplify the chemistry

With “Romantic,” Lila Iké isn’t just revisiting a classic—she’s reinventing it for a new era. “‘Romantic’ is my way of paying homage to dancehall and of course the queens who made space for us — women like Patra, who taught us how to be bold, sensual, and unapologetic. I wanted to tap into that energy, which is very me anyways,” said the artiste.  

“Masicka’s verse added that fire and dancehall balance I needed. It’s not just a throwback — it’s a whole new mood! Big up Patra for coming on board as well, that was a full circle moment,” she added. 

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