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Archived: T&T’s Third Bass Makes It To Chutney Soca Monarch Semis

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Adrian “Thirdbass” Hackshaw can now add “Chutney Soca Artiste” to his resume. The veteran disc jockey, Soca artist and song-writer has made it to the semi-final round of the 2016 Chutney Soca Monarch Competition with the chutney remix of his 2016 hit “Bum Bum”- also popularly known as “If Yuh Stush”.

Third Bass is making waves ahead of Carnival 2016.

Third Bass is making waves ahead of Carnival 2016.

The line-up was announced yesterday, and in speaking exclusively with ETCETERABUZZ.COM, Bass said, “It felt great!” He went on to say that nothing happens before its time.

So, how did the Soca music veteran decide on a chutney remix? Well…why not? The often controversial and outspoken radio personality and entertainer said it was actually something he’s had in the cards for some time. He went on to explain that the opportunity came into fruition following a radio interview, which resulted in him meeting one of the most popular chutney producers in the business, Big Rich of the Pungalunks Factory. The result was an infectious chutney melody to an already catchy tune.

The Chutney remix which hears Bass blending vocals with Suri Ram, has already been making some headway on airwaves, especially on the East Indian formats. Changing the dynamic of the soca game a bit so far, for the season, with the hook ‘If yuh stush, Go in de bush”, it is Bass’ hope that he can also bring something new to the Chutney Soca Monarch competition and make it through to the finals. Supporting this sentiment and proving that he’s not taking the opportunity lightly, Bass  says he will be taking the time to learn a bit of Hindi and some choreography for the perfect execution of the song. It certainly won’t be an easy task if he makes it to the finals of the competition as he’ll likely be taking on some of the industry’s revered artistes, among them, Ravi B, Rikki Jai, Destra, Crazy, KI Persad and the ever entertaining, Soca Elvis.

The competition will be held on January 9th at the FunSplash Water Park in Debe. Some changes to the competition’s format have been announced ahead of 2016 , key among them, the introduction of two categories – Traditional Chutney and Chutney Soca.

Take in Third Bass’ Bum Bum (Chutney Remix) here, and tell us if you think he has a chance in the competition!

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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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