Grenadian Soca Star Leads the Region onto the Global Stage for Intellectual Property Awareness
Grenadian soca star Jevaughn John, widely known as V’ghn, has etched his name into history as the Caribbean’s first-ever World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) IP Youth Ambassador. The announcement, made by the Grenada Office of Creative Affairs (GOCA) in collaboration with the Corporate Affairs and Intellectual Property Office (CAIPO), signals a groundbreaking moment for the region’s creative sector and a powerful step toward global recognition. This
Lady Lava’s ‘Bob The Builder,’ An Anthem For Women Determined To Reclaim Their Power
Lady Lava’s “Bob the Builder” is a fierce, unfiltered anthem that some say, is redefining Caribbean womanhood with unapologetic boldness. "If yuh coming yuh have to come with yuh things Because I am not Bob the Builder Ah not building no man for future
Sound Master Kasey Phillips to Lead “Bring the Beat” Masterclass in Grenada
The Spice Island, Grenada, is about to resonate with new creative energy as internationally acclaimed music producer Kasey Phillips touches down to lead a transformative music production workshop, “Bring the Beat”, hosted by the Grenada Office of Creative Affairs (GOCA). Kasey Phillips is no stranger to Caribbean airwaves. With a music career that began at just ten years old in his father’s studio in Trinidad and
More Than Music: Tobago Rhythm & Soul Festival Champions Island Development
The sweet sounds of the Caribbean will take center stage this Easter as the Tobago Rhythm and Soul Festival returns with a dynamic lineup of international and regional stars. Infused with both global appeal and the unmatched charm of Tobago, the festival promises an unforgettable cultural and musical experience. With the recent unveiling of a new airport and plans for further island development, the 2025 edition
Charmaine Wilkerson’s Black Cake Even Better The Second Time Around
Coming back to Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson has felt like returning to a conversation I wasn’t quite ready for the first time around. The first read was good — intriguing, emotional, complex. But this second read? Whew. It grabbed me by the soul. I had to force myself to slow down- to enjoy it like the richest, most decadent treat instead of devouring it
Abena Amory Excited To Make Her Saint Kitts Music Festival Debut
As the countdown for the 2025 Saint Kitts Music Festival continues in earnest, one name generating a quiet but powerful buzz is vocalist Abena Amory—a Nevisian-born singer now making waves in New York City. This June marks her debut performance on the prestigious Music Festival stage, and for Abena, it’s a full-circle moment. View this post on Instagram
Young Musicians Set to Dazzle at ‘Recital Day’
A group of budding musicians is set to take the spotlight this month as the David Freeman Center of Excellence in Market Shop, Gingerland, hosts a lively and inspiring music recital titled “Recital Day!” on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at 6:00 pm. The event, centered around the theme “The Importance of Music,” will feature performances from four piano students, five vocalists, and two drummers — all