By Neil Armstrong Photo credit: Eddie Grant The organizers of the celebration of the 105th birthday of the late Jamaican icon Louise Bennett-Coverley, affectionately known as Miss Lou, are satisfied with the way people engaged with her work at the Harbourfront Centre recently. Maurice Gordon and Marsha Laylor held a workshop titled “Is That You […]
Toronto’s Nathan Phillips Square came alive with the vibrant culture of Trinidad and Tobago during the third annual Trinbago Day, held for the first time at this great venue. The festival, organized by Petronilla Marchan, director of Palo Seco Innovations Group Ltd., drew thousands of attendees over the weekend, offering a full immersion into the […]
By Stephen Weir On Saturday night, the Harbourfront Centre and Theatre in Toronto was abuzz with excitement as it hosted the Battle of the Bands and a celebration of Jean Augustine’s 83rd birthday. The event, held under the banner of the #CaribbeanTales Film Festival (#ctff), attracted a lively crowd eager to celebrate both music and […]
Alexandra Boutros Wilfrid Laurier University The epic beef between rappers Kendrick Lamar and Drake has once again demonstrated the linguistic acrobatics of rap culture. The feud has seen both artists release multiple tracks where they lyrically diss each other. Beefs involve rappers disrespecting each other and can happen in diss tracks, but also through interviews, […]
The stage is set for this year’s Impact Awards, where nine exceptional individuals will be honored for their outstanding contributions. As the third annual presentation, this year’s event promises to deliver an unforgettable experience, celebrating the best and brightest from diverse sectors. Below, we introduce this year’s awardees. Health: Dr. Everton Gooden began his tenure […]
Renowned Trinidad & Tobago saxophonist Roy Francis Cape has passed away at the age of 82. His family confirmed the news on the evening of September 5. Cape reportedly died following a stroke that morning. Cape, a prolific musician, dedicated over 50 years to his craft and was featured in numerous recordings. His illustrious career […]
The Impact Awards, which celebrates the achievements of individuals from the Caribbean and Black communities, has found a new home after facing an uncertain future due to the sudden closure of the Ontario Science Centre. This year’s event will be held at the Burgundy Room in the Memorial Hall, located at 5110 Yonge Street in […]
Shamier Anderson and Stephan James, co-founders of The Black Academy, have announced the first two recipients of the 2024 Legacy Awards. Weyni Mengesha, Artistic Director of Soulpepper Theatre, will receive the Trailblazer Award, while rap legend Kardinal Offishall will be honored with the Icon Award. The third edition of The Legacy Awards will air live […]
By Lincoln DePradine For Pan Evolution Steel Orchestra of New York, it’s a first. However, for musical arranger André White, the band’s victory at the 2024 New York panorama, held as part of the annual Labor Day weekend carnival celebrations in Brooklyn, just enhanced his status as a musician, especially in the steelpan community. White’s […]
The 3rd annual Trinbago Festival is set to light up Nathan Phillips Square in a celebration of Trinidad and Tobago’s culture, food, and music. The festival, which has grown rapidly since its inception, will welcome an expected crowd of 30,000 visitors to experience the richness of Trinbagonian traditions. After outgrowing its previous location at Yonge-Dundas […]
