While Calypso and Soca Music still thrives, August 30th will officially be known as Edwin Yearwood day in New York City. The Soca General received recognition of that following his superb performances at Labour Day celebrations and over the year in New York City. While speaking to News On The Go’s Kerry Skeete at CARIFESTA…
For many, the world of dance and technology may seem like two separate worlds. But for Valencia James, the fusion of both is not just a creative endeavor rather, it is a journey that is transforming the way we think about storytelling, collaboration and culture. As part of the CARIFESTA XV celebrations, James returns to…
BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS – A new piano book, “Caribbean Folk Songs for Piano,” is set to launch this month during Carifesta XV, marking a significant milestone for the PROJECT Music Books for Piano Education. The extensive 70-page collection written by author and musician Liesbeth Peroti is a collaboration between Caribbean Sheet Music Publishing and Robert Gibson…
Thousands of Barbadians and tourists touched road for Grand Kadooment 2025. While News On The Go was invited to enjoy the festivities with newcomers Dream Mas, reports indicate that this Grand Kadooment brought together hundreds of media workers and influencers from around the world. Favorably; the Barbados Police Force reported an incident free jump but…
On Thursday, July 10th, 2025, PoeTree Barbados, in collaboration with Bean N Bagel 2.0, hosted the highly anticipated Under The PoeTree: The Battle Royale a thrilling night of spoken word that brought together emerging voices, powerful storytelling, and a buzzing audience of over 200 patrons. Fourteen spoken word artists competed for cash prizes totaling $700 BDS, sponsored by Cupid Productionsand Bean N Bagel…
PoeTree Barbados in collaboration with Bean N Bagel 2.0 will be hosting Under The PoeTree: The Power Men Wield on June 12th 2025 at 7:30pm. The poetry show which has an impressive cast of award-winning artistes such as DJ Simmons, Simon Pipe, StonedwithCupid, Deo The Poet, Damani Re, Atiba Sealy-Thompson, Rae, NEC, Barry Reid, Iyah…
Spinny is taking his Bajan Wukkups to the world. In his suitcase, he has jucks and Bajan moves packed galore. Indeed, a passport stamped with passion marks him as a diplomat of culture. Spinny, the undisputed maestro of Bajan Wukkup, feels a familiar thrill. His passport, thick with stamps, testifies to a dream. He brings…
Bridgetown, Barbados May 31, 2025 Just in time for the Crop Over season, rising soca talent Dasilva has dropped his latest anthem, “Drunk”, featuring the electrifying Marzville. Released earlier this month, the track is already gaining significant traction online, with fans embracing its infectious rhythm, feel-good energy, and undeniable potential to dominate the road. “I…
Hijack Band Unveils “Ménage à Trois”: A Decade of Crop Over Dominance Bridgetown, Barbados – May 10, 2025 – “Ten years is not ten days,” a truth profoundly understood by those who navigate the vibrant yet demanding landscape of Crop Over. This sentiment rings especially true for Hijack Band, who on Saturday, May 10th, 2025,…
WOMANHOOD: THE POWER WE CARRY CAPTIVATES OVER 160 ATTENDEES IN AN EVENING OF UNFORGETTABLE FEMALE ARTISTRY Rockley, Christ Church — May 15, 2025 — Even the rain couldn’t dim the fire at Womanhood: The Power We Carry, a stunning showcase of female talent hosted by PoeTree Barbados and held at the welcoming Bean N Bagel 2.0. With more…
