Ebuzz News
Vale Vibe Lives Up to The Hype Again. Next Stop Miami Carnival.
Fashionable women showed up and showed out on Saturday morning in Trinidad, as the team behind the original Vale Vibe Breakfast Cooler Fete, dished out another epic experience.
Trinidad and Tobago’s pretty much back to normal when it comes to the entertainment scene, following pandemic period shut downs and restrictions. Now, as event promoters get the ball rolling in preparation for Carnival 2023, events like this past weekend’s Vale Vibe event, are pretty much the warm up. From as early as 6am on Saturday, fetters began showing up at Drew Manor- an incredible venue located in Santa Cruz, Trinidad. With ample parking space to facilitate even major event crowds, the ease of access and not to mention, security detail, streamlined the entrance and exit, to perfection.
This edition of the party was held in a smaller area of the venue, toward the front of the premises. A number of brands were effectively showcased within the venue, among them, Lucozade, Mount Gay Rum, Maggi and Brunswick. Prominent female DJ and promoter, Alicia D Duchess told Ebuzztt.com that this event is the prelude to the brand’s Valentine’s edition, which will be held on February 14th, 2023. She said the event would be dubbed, ‘Love and Vibes’.
On Saturday morning, the energy was unmistakeable as hundreds streamed into the venue, pulling their coolers and readying themselves for happy vibes with friends and faces they’d more than likely seen at Vale Vibe before. DJs included Selector Kerry, Nuphoric, Lord Hype and D Duchess herself. Miami Carnival coming up in October, The Original Vale Vibe will also be making its presence felt in the North American city, sharing its carnival energy with the masses out there.
Here’s how we rate the event!
Now, take a look at what you missed if you didn’t make it to Vale Vibe Breakfast Cooler this past weekend.
Ebuzz News
Jamaican Reggae Artiste, Jah Mason Loses His Son to Gun Violence in Jamaica.
A livestream on TikTok ended suddenly under tragic circumstances when the son of reggae artiste, Jah Mason was shot at point blank range. The victim, Jabari ‘Baba Skeng’ Johnson was reportedly approached and shot execution-style on Monday while live-streaming on TikTok near a shop along Red Hills Road in St. Andrew, Jamaica.
The St. Andrew North Police have launched an investigation into the incident. According to the Jamaica Observer, the young man’s father, Jah Mason has since confirmed the death of his son but at the time, was still coming to terms with the devastating news and preferred not to speak in detail.
According to reports, Johnson was broadcasting live on TikTok when he was approached by a masked individual dressed in black. The assailant shot him in the back of the head at close range, then continued firing after Johnson fell. The gunman then fled the scene.
Johnson’s death marks the fourth killing of a Jamaican TikTok personality in recent months.
Caribbean Buzz
Rising Superstar, Coutain Heads to Tobago for Easter Weekend, Rhthym and Soul Festival.
Like a breath of fresh air, one of Trinidad and Tobago’s very own rising stars has been added to the Easter cast of a major festival happening on the island. Coutain, a reserved Sangre Grande entertainer who’s been making waves, though humbly, is the one of the latest names plugged to entertain visitors to Tobago, and locals alike, at the Buccoo Seafood and Jazz event.
Coutain’s rise to prominence say him take Carnival 2025 by storm, performing at several major events and showcasing a unique essence that’s likable and palatable to all demographics. Songs like ‘Junction,’ ‘Artform’ ‘Jamtown’ with Tano, and ‘Carnival Darling’ with GBM Nutron, form part of the artiste’s enticing catalogue. An organic and true undercurrent that’s proven effective in marketing the artiste, now sees him stand alongside the likes of International superstars, Brian McKnight and Jon Secada in Tobago on April 19th.
The Tobago Rhythm and Soul Festival aims to deliver a showcase of rich, cultural engagement this Easter and despite an election shadow, all efforts have remained strong in promoting the importance of showcasing Tobago’s tourism product, to the world.
Last week, the announcement of Buju Banton’s sudden replacement as a result of illness within his camp, led to some concern, however with Stephen Marley now headlining the Easter Sunday, ‘Fusion’ concert event alongside the likes of Gramps Morgan, Wayne Wonder, Singing Melody, Kes The Band and others, the show, according to organizers, is gearing up to be a highlight of the calendar year in Tobago.
Coutain, along with former Road March King, Mical Teja and St. Lucia’s Teddyson John, will be among the star studded line-up this Easter weekend in a festival that’s being touted as transformative and energizing on Trinidad’s sister isle.
