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T&T Police Warn Patrons Ahead of Worl’ Boss Headlined Concert.
The countdown to Jamaican dancehall artiste, Vybz Kartel’s appearance on stage in Trinidad and Tobago, is on. The entertainer who spent approximately 13 years behind bars, is carded to hit the stage at the One Caribbean Music Festival at the Queen’s Park Savannah on Saturday night. Ahead of that however, the Trinidad and Tobago police service has made it very clear that there will be a heavy police presence at the event.
A statement issued by the police calls on patrons in particular to obey the laws of the land, highlighting that a zero tolerance approach will be taken to the use of cannabis at the venue. The TTPS reiterated that a person found in contravention of this law could face a fine of $50,000 in summary judgement. Additionally the TTPS has made it clear that glass bottles will not be allowed at the Queen’s Park Savannah on show night, for safety and security reasons.
The return of Vybz Kartel to mainstream media, major stage shows and global ascent has been welcomed by fans of the artiste’s music, worldwide. Some however fear that his music’s messaging may not be suitable for those easily influenced. For that reason, in Trinidad and Tobago, the Prime Minister, Kamla Persad Bissessar, in a speech said, “And if you walk around the country today, then yes, express yourself but not at the risk of our children. And that is one of the restrictions, I said no, I would not let him talk to our children and do TV shows. So, it’s balancing, not an absolute right, there is no absolute freedom.”
Vybz Kartel will be joined at the One Caribbean Music Festival by Ghana’s Moliy, Chronic Law, Malie Don, Sizzla Kalonji, Lady Lava, Preedy and others.
MESSAGE FROM THE TTPS
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Bob Marley Foundation to Jamaica: “We’ll Rise Again.”
What has been described by the National Hurricane Centre as the most catastrophic hurricane of 2026 – Hurricane Melissa, has moved past Jamaica and now moves onward to Cuba and neighboring territories. In the aftermath of the brutal natural disaster, videos across social media show fallen trees, massive swells, invasive water courses through streets and byways and certainly, infrastructural wreckage. The people of Jamaica, though resilient, are in need of strength and aid to rebuild.
The Bob Marley Foundation and the Bob Marley Museum, in a social media post said despite having gone through the hurricane, “we’re still standing.” The honorary organizations that stand in memory of Jamaica’s most loved icon, Bob Marley, relayed via social media, “The winds may have shaken us, but they could never break our spirit.” Noting that the journey to rebuild will not be an overnight one, the post read, “but together, we’ll rise again- stronger, more united and full of love.”
Consistent in the Marley legacy’s tone and posture of love and unity, the expression continued, “We can’t wait to spread the message of peace and love with you once more and help in whatever way we can. Until then, hold on to hope and remember – every little thing is gonna be alright.”
The government of Jamaica has created an official digital platform for information, and for the global community’s input where relief and assistance is concerned.
Visit https://supportjamaica.gov.jm. The website lists a preliminary needs list, which includes items such as batteries, bedding foam, flashlights, lanterns, mattresses, pillowcases, pillows, mobile storage units, heavy duty garbage bags and certainly much more.
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Kerlz Goes Independent Ahead of T&T’s C2K26.
Trinidad and Tobago female soca artiste, Kerlz is going solo. The entertainer has announced her departure from the A Team Band, via media release. A 13-year-journey with the band’s front-line has been dubbed, ‘an amazing run’ by the entertainer who says she is grateful for the experience and the foundation built over the years.
Having recently unleashed a new single called, ‘Medicine’ on D’ Guitarman Riddim alongside fellow soca artistes, Ding Dong and Salty, Kerlz, whose real name is Kerlene Joseph, says she is excited to enter this new chapter. “I extend my deepest and most sincere thanks to the A Team Band for the incredible opportunity and the platform they provided me over the past 13 years,” she said, adding, “The journey has been formative and I will always cherish the music we created and the stages we shared together. I wish the entire A Team family nothing but the very best in all their future endeavours.”
Memories made and cherished, the singer now has her heart set on maximizing the potential of her recent release, which is already gaining ground as the 2026 season comes into focus. With a powerful voice and a dynamic stage presence, Kerlz says she is ready to captivate audiences as a solo performer.
