NICKI MINAJ TALKS TO HER PEOPLE....

SHURWAYNE GUARANTEES- NO TWO SHOWS WILL BE THE SAME!!!!

He says his performances will only get better because he takes the good critique with the bad. Fire Fete was the medium for his unit’s first major showcase after just one year together and already, the buzz has begun- ‘ Shurwayne Winchester & YOU is the band to resurrect the sweetness of the season.’

A tight performance filled with energy, momentum, adrenaline and moments of theatrical intrigue took revelers on a high that many have complained, has been lost in recent carnival experiences. His unit- the musicians whose one year journey has already proven positive, are relishing the joy of being able to collaboratively inject good sounding music, into the season. Their cohesion, not just as musicians, but also as friends, showed on stage at Fire Fete, and coupled with their leader’s appreciation for the fulfillment of a dream, Shurwayne Winchester & YOU will prove to be a spectacle of energy, vibe and action, within carnival 2010. Last Saturday night at St. John’s Hall, two tracks caused the most positive commotion- Lonely Road and Behind the Truck, proving that what’s heard on the airwaves and what’s essentially experienced at carnival fetes, could never be the same. Flag crews felt the music, felt the energy and with no hesitation, they unleashed the joy felt from the music generated by the band.

Their 2010 hits, Murdah, Jammers, Lonely Road, Behind De Truck, Gyal Wine Up – along with those countless others that the world has lapped up from season to season, has given this soca sensation enough to ride the wave of carnival, into the sunset. Now, he looks to the rest of the season, knowing and understanding that with each show, revellers will expect more… for this reason he guarantees, “ No two shows will ever be the same!”

Now, Shurwayne Winchester and YOU gear up for WASA Fete, Army Fete, Brass- The Rebirth and the many other fetes that truly make T&T’s carnival, The Greatest Show On Earth. To know what’s going on in their world, log on to www.shurwaynewinchester.com.

Luni Spark & Electrify Hit T&T By Storm

The regional integration that’s made possible through the Greatest Show on Earth, has begun.

Lunni Spark & Electrify, the sensational Grenadian duo who in 2007 and 2008 took home Grenada’s Soca Monarch title, spent both Thursday and Friday in Trinidad and Tobago,  releasing new music and starting the buzz for 2010. 

The pair has teamed up with Mr. Spine’s HolyHouse Production and The Millionaire Family who’ve already produced a number of hits ahead of the season. Together, they've unleashed four tracks for the masses. “ Ah Wining,” "Wine It,” “Eruption,” and “ Doh Call It,” debuted in T&T, in a pre-carnival buzz that’s already taking over the Christmas season. The Grenadian boys’ stint in Trinidad saw them stop by most media houses, including Synergy TV and many of the popular radio stations.

Self proclaimed,‘ Energy Kings of Soca,’ Luni Sparks & Electrify have started their 2010 soca campaign strong, riding high on the wave of success at the 2009 International Soca Awards. Although the event in itself was cancelled, Caribbean received their merit for the hard work put in, in 2009. In a release, the awards committee presented the pair with awards in the categories of, Best Soca Collaboration Up-Tempo and Best Soca Duo. 

Their stay in T&T, though brief – was meant to keep the momentum high heading into the New Year. In the weeks ahead, there’s no doubt that the youthfully vibrant pair will be back to stomp their names all over Carnival island. 

ABOUT LUNI SPARK & ELECTRIFY:

Grenadian brothers Kelson and Kellon Ogist have been a part of the soca fraternity for the past 6 years- first as individual solo acts, before combining their talents in 2005. In 2007, they caught the attention of the Caribbean with a track called, “ High.”

Known for other soca singles like, “Come Back,” “Home Sweet” and “Miss The Mas,” the brothers are keeping atop their game and have set their sights on attaining the most out of the Caribbean's music industry.

The Template's Set!

Super Jigga TC released yet another C2k10 track this morning- this time though, he did it exclusively on the BOOM Champions 94.1FM's Taxi Stand with AV St. Hill, Ken and Gonzo. "The Template" will not be played on any other frequency for the duration of the official release day and according to TC, this decision was made after considering the longstanding relationship he's had with the BOOM. He explained that the song was specifically geared to the 8-25 year old demographic that he's attracted over the years via his work on Synergy TV and most recently within the Soca industry.

The track has that Colin Lucas kinda feel but with its catchy lyrics, the song's almost guaranteed to blow up in the coming days. The fast melody, along with the hook, " Start Jumping Up, Start Waving Up" will undoubtedly be easy on the memory for many young fans- a trick that TC has held fast too, in recent years.

"The Template" was recorded back in August and Jigga himself explained that he now has butterflies upon facing the reality that the project was in fact, quite costly. Produced by Neil Bernard out of T&T, it comes just weeks before the release of something even bigger- a mixtape for the masses. Along with a few of the industry's notables, among them Shurwayne Winchester, Tony Matterhorn, Iwer George, Skinny Fabulous and Terri Lyons- The King Of Swag will release the mixtape, also coined, "The Template," free of charge at popular hotspots around T&T. Packaging will include a poster of the local TV star himself along with other tidbits to bring the fans running.

He's on a course of no regret and coupled with compassion for the people who listen to what he brings, Super Jigga TC is coming hard with some 11 tracks for Carnival next year! Look out T&T, Look Out WORLD- The King Of Swag's Coming Your Way!

Trinidad and Tobago!

One of the very first things that is apparent about my character and personality is simply the fact that I am a true embracer of my country's culture, its charisma, senationalism and sanctity. Trinidad and Tobago is not what it seems to be at a mere glance.

I left my twin island paradise back in 1999 to pursue educational emancipation. I flew to New York city where my mother was tediously ensuring that a home was prepared for me. For six years, I traveled back and forth between Trinidad and New York, with the aim that upon completion of my Bachelor's Degree, I'd be back home where I truly belonged.

At the end of 2005, I returned to Trinidad permamently. The years of two week trips that often turned into one month stays, was finally over and I was home to stay. What I realized during my time away, was simply the fact that we often take the things we love most, for granted. We seem to think that these things will always be there and in a matter of fact kind of intonation, we often... too often, set these things aside and show appreciation to other aspects of life that sometimes may not be a part of us... One of my aims, via this blog, is to draw people closer to T&T because I truly believe that this island has everything that can possibly be asked for. Yes, I will admit that of late, there has been an increase in crime and violence in Trinidad but why should the negative forbid the positive from being. There is crime and violence worldover ... if we allow these elements to be the deciding factors in the things we do, my friend, life will not be lived the way that it truly should. Here in T&T, we are blessed... We have been emancipated, made independent, even made a republic... We've discovered steelpan, soca and calypso music.... we've laid claim to the true Trini's breakfast... "doubles, " and we certainly have the mother of all carnivals.

Today and forevermore I will be an independent ambassador to my twin island paradise. When I meet you, I will greet you with love and affection from not only myself, but my brothers and sisters of T&T. I will encourage you to venture into our untamed lives... lives filled with midweek excursions to Maracas bay and Blanchisseusse... lives maintained by a bristly cold Carib when the heat scorches our backs... lives adorned with the sweet sounds of steelpan at panyard rehearsals in St. James and oh... lives filled with animated characters who dance their sorrows and burdens away as though they were non existent... you will live and enjoy the true life of a Trini!

Welcome to my blog.... It is called ET-CET-ERA because it will deal with not one, but many topics. I am a writer, broadcaster and general media personality and so, well... YEAH.. I've got a lot to say, but I want to hear from you to. Please respond with no hesitation and feel free to ask of anything you'd like to learn more about.

Much love and blessings to you!