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Archived: Tribe Reflects Ahead Of Tenth Year- Parties Till Dawn At The Paddock.

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Tribe will deliver 12 beautiful sections in 2014. This is Navajo.

Tribe will deliver 12 beautiful sections in 2014. This is Navajo.

Saturday night in Trinidad and Tobago was all about Carnival Tribe. Scores came out to the Queen’s Park Savannah for the unveiling of what would be a walk down memory lane for the band, which first emerged in 2004 as part of the big band Poison, with its section dubbed simply, Tribe. In that section, which was designed and produced by Monique Nobrega and her sister, Lana Nobrega, feathers ruled and the Fancy Indian intrigued. Even veteran mas man, Peter Minshall gave the creators the thumbs up for the section’s vibrancy and authenticity, coupled with the energy of the portrayal from the section’s masqueraders. This past Saturday night as the media bore witness to a private viewing of the sections, prior to the main showcase, Tribe’s leading man, Dean Ackin said the past decade in the business of mas has been an amazing learning experience for both himself and his team.

Tribe pays tribute to its humble beginning in 2004, in its 10th anniversary next year. This is Dream Catcher.

Tribe pays tribute to its humble beginning in 2004, in its 10th anniversary next year. This is Dream Catcher.

Among those spotted taking in the showcase of beautiful costumes were Project Runway Season 9 winner, T&T designer Anya Ayoung Chee who conceptualised and designed the Cheyenne costume in the band’s 12 section collection. Also on hand on Saturday night was comedian, Rachel Price who took to Facebook after the event to announce that Trini drivers are a crazy bunch, this after having had to deal with the severe traffic situation that presented itself following the event. Legacy’s Big Mike Antoine and his wife, Juliet- always supportive of their fellow mas men and women, were also present on Saturday, as was CNC3’s Sampson Nanton, among others. Tribe, never to be outdone, delivered what could only be described as the perfect party atmosphere both before the main launch and after. Tribe supporters came out in their numbers as has become the norm and the atmosphere was nothing short of carnivalesque- signaling that the energy of the season has certainly reared its head.

Tribe in 2014 will showcase the following 12 sections, all of which will epitomize elements of the Fancy Indian, paying homage to the band’s breakthrough year in 2004. Question is… which will you choose?

HERE’S THE LIST OF COSTUMES: 

  • Cheyenne                               Anya Ayoung Chee
  • Comanche Sunset               Melissa James
  • Dreamcatcher                      Anya Elias
  • Hawkeye                               Solange Shaw- Gopaul
  • Rain Dancer                        Monique Nobreiga
  • Mohican                               Valmiki Maharaj
  • Navajo                                   Gail Cabral
  • Silver Moon                         Gail Cabral
  • Sioux                                      Gail Cabral
  • Spirit Seeker                         Ruane Booker
  • Tribal Warrior                    Monique Nobreiga
  • War Chant                           Lana Nobreiga

To see more of what you may have missed on Saturday night, CLICK HERE. 

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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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