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Vincy Soca Champ, Problem Child Just Gave New Artistes The Best Advice.

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He’s a hit maker in every sense of the term. Problem Child has conquered the industry in a very intentional way. His rise to being a top-tier Caribbean entertainer didn’t happen overnight but he’s maintained a sort of understated appeal in the business that’s comparable to no one else. This year, when the curtains fell on Vincy Mas, Problem was once again the champion of the Road – securing not just the Road March title but also the competition’s second place.

Problem Child has won the Road March for a second year in a row.

Two songs, ‘Fraid Horn’ and ‘Pong Pong’ delivered an ease and relatability that all of SVG and those visiting for Vincy Mas, embraced and enjoyed. “Winning the Road March title is definitely a blessing. It’s definitely based on a lot of hard work,” he told Ebuzztt in the aftermath of the win, announced on Wednesday. “A lot of ground work and thinking, sometimes over-thinking, strategizing, went into it, especially after winning last year,” he explained. “First and second place… I think that came about because I saw people commenting that Problem Child was competing with himself for Vincy Mas, but that’s generally really my theory on how life should go,” said the entertainer.

For Problem Child, success is personal, and growth over time is influenced by how he challenges himself at each opportunity. “I don’t look at what anyone else is really doing and try to do better than them. I just try to do better than I did yesterday – try to make the tomorrow me, better than the today me and the today me better than the yesterday me, whether it’s music or life in general.”

KICK THE EGO AND LEARN TO LEARN.

The artiste says we must learn, to learn.

A music industry that’s now a Caribbean-wide space, fueled by a significant number of global carnivals, Problem understands oh to well, the trials faced by artistes on the rise. Many have lamented the lack of opportunity, as new voices, to be given a chance in the space. “All the new artistes entering the soca space, or the music space – I think one of the most important things, if not the most important thing I can advise is, always be willing to learn,” he said. Highlighting the importance of observing and absorbing, Problem, whose real name is Shertz James, said new artistes must be willing to listen to and take advice from the right people. “Even in taking advice, you have to know who to take advice from because some people won’t always have advice that’s coming from a great place.”

Deeper thought given to the question, Problem urged up and comers to learn how to learn. “Wanting to learn is one thing but you have to understand that ego sometimes gets in the way of learning because you might not always want to listen to somebody because you feel you may know but you have to understand that no one is going to know everything so you have to start learning how to decipher – ok maybe I should listen to this guy because x,y,z reason,” he rationalized.

For creatives like the Vincy Bad Boy, time and experience have taught tremendous lessons. “Learning is such a great thing – the willingness to learn. It’s a challenge because you have to also understand that you can learn from anybody – not just someone with a degree in something, but figuring out who, what, when, how is the hardest part of learning, even when you’re willing to learn,” he said.

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General Grant and Mr Renzo Unite Caribbean Rhythms on “De Shot Call (Remix)”

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The vibrant sounds of classic dancehall and contemporary reggaeton collide on “De Shot Call (Remix),” a dynamic new collaboration from Trinidad and Tobago recording artist General Grant and versatile entertainer Mr. Renzo.

.Designed to ignite dancefloors while honoring the rich musical heritage of the Caribbean, the track blends the raw, energetic spirit of early 1990s dancehall with the infectious grooves and global appeal of modern reggaeton. The result is a high-energy anthem that bridges generations, cultures, and musical styles.

Inspired by the golden era of dancehall that helped shape Caribbean music culture, “De Shot Call (Remix)” reimagines that signature sound through a contemporary lens. The production delivers nostalgic undertones while embracing the polished rhythms and vibrant energy that resonate with today’s audiences.

For General Grant, the project continues his commitment to preserving and evolving authentic Caribbean music. Widely respected for his contributions to the dancehall and reggae landscape, he brings his signature delivery and commanding presence to the remix, reinforcing the song’s connection to the genre’s roots.

Joining him is Mr. Renzo, a singer, songwriter, and entertainer whose career spans more than two decades. Recognized for his ability to blend Caribbean, Latin, pop, and urban influences, Mr Renzo adds a fresh and modern dimension to the track, helping to create a sound that transcends borders and appeals to a broad international audience.

Together, the two artists showcase how Caribbean music continues to evolve while remaining grounded in its traditions. “De Shot Call (Remix)” serves as a celebration of that journey, highlighting the seamless transition from dancehall’s formative years to Reggaeton’s current global prominence.

The single was executive produced by Lawrence Adams – Mr. Renzo, who also co-wrote the track alongside Curtis Grant – General Grant. Recording and editing duties were handled by Stephon Gabriel, while engineer Ovy Thouni delivered the song’s polished mix and master.

With its infectious rhythm, energetic performances, and cross-generational appeal, “De Shot Call (Remix)” is positioned to become a favourite among fans of Caribbean music and lovers of dancefloor-ready hits alike.

Whether you’re a longtime dancehall enthusiast or a fan of today’s reggaeton movement, this collaboration offers the perfect soundtrack to turn up the volume and celebrate the enduring influence of Caribbean music.

“De Shot Call (Remix)” is now available for audiences ready to experience the fusion of old-school dancehall energy and modern reggaeton flavor.

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T&T Visual Artist AndyVenture Readies for First Solo Exhibition at the Art Society of Trinidad and Tobago.

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The Art Society of Trinidad and Tobago will host the inaugural solo exhibition of Trinidad-based visual artist and musician AndyVenture, known professionally as VENCHA. OVER YA HEAD opens on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 and runs through July 4, 2026. Admission is free and the public is invited to experience a body of work that deliberately resists easy interpretation — placing the viewer in direct contact with ideas that exceed ordinary perception.

OVER YA HEAD is a multidisciplinary exhibition spanning painting and visual narrative. The works explore perception, ascension, limitation and expanded states of human experience, presenting images that challenge fixed ways of seeing reality and imagine possibilities beyond ordinary existence.

Drawing from Einstein’s theory of relativity and mathematical concepts of higher-dimensional space, AndyVenture treats the exhibition as an invitation to encounter ideas that operate at the outer limits of human comprehension. The title itself is both provocation and promise – the work is not designed to be immediately understood, but to be genuinely felt.

Central to the exhibition is an evolving visual mythology: recurring figures known as Ahomi and Dem appear across paintings as anchors of a larger conceptual world that AndyVenture has been steadily constructing across his practice.“I want the audience to encounter something that sits outside of familiar understanding. There isn’t an expectation of immediate understanding. The experience is about confronting something that operates beyond what is easily grasped,” said Ventura.

A Little About The Artist.

AndyVenture (VENCHA), born Andre Allong, is a Trinidad-based visual artist and musician whose practice spans painting, music and multimedia expression. His work draws on graffiti art, hip hop and rapso lyricism, comic book art, science fiction and contemporary culture to create vibrant, conceptually layered works that move between the personal and the cosmic.

Visually, his work reflects the influence of legendary comic book artist Jack Kirby, whose expansive sense of scale and form shaped how AndyVenture approaches composition and impact, alongside local luminaries Leroy Clarke and Carlisle Chang, whose practices carry a strong sense of vision and cultural identity. He further developed his artistic foundation through the Visual Arts Certificate Programme at The University of the West Indies.

Conceptually, the work is rooted in a rejection of cycles of conflict and suffering that are routinely accepted as fixed features of human existence. In their place, AndyVenture imagines the possibility of an evolved human consciousness – one oriented towards perception, potential and transformation. One of the conceptual anchors running through his practice is the interplay between the words axis and access – a linguistic shift that reframes mathematical structure as a metaphor for perception itself and how different ways of seeing might open entirely different experiences of reality.

“I’m interested in the possibility that human perception and behaviour can evolve beyond those patterns. The work comes from a rejection of the cycles of conflict and suffering that are often accepted as part of human existence.” AndyVenture (VENCHA)

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