Stubbornness that hurts; why climbing murder rate and Panorama issues persist

Martin Daly - republished with, the expressed permission of: the Author

This column is no longer a voice in the wilderness. I now have powerful company on the public record. In the Newsday of 15 January this year, Mayor of San Fernando, Junia Regrel

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A STEEL BAND IS ONE UNIT

It is sad to see how some people are doing all in their power to divide and fragment the Steel band movement, and how the uninformed and ignorant are falling hook line and sinker into their sinister plot. The claim by the Pannist for a player's remit

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An Opportunity for Pan

by Wesley Gibbings

Provided by, and republished with, the expressed permission of: the Author

Trinidad & Tobago, W.I. - Let’s face it, notwithstanding the severe difficulties currently being faced by the organisation with overall responsibility for t

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THE EMASCULATION OF OUR INDIGENOUS CULTURE by Michael L Joseph - Ex Pan Trinbago official

 

 “Our father who has given us this art so that we can all feel that we are part of this earthly heaven; Forgive us this day as we seek to cast our mortal burden on your city. Oh merciful father, in this bacchanal season when men lose their reason,

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Players and Tuners are People Too

by Sharmain Baboolal

Provided by, and republished with, the expressed permission of: the Author

Chronicles of a Panorama

Trinidad & Tobago, W.I. - Acclaimed tuner, master craftsman, “Birch” Kelman, will be out for the carnival season. He’s recoverin

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Something to think about... Players Remittance = $0

No pay for Panorama 2018 and 2019

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Pan Trinbago Mourns the Loss of Supie and Composer

Once again the cultural community is plunged into mourning with the passing two (2) of calypso veterans, Dr. Andrew Marcano aka Superior and Fred Mitchell HMB aka Mighty Composer.

 

The President and Executive of Pan Trinbago Inc. and the larger ste

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Matter of Concern

Matter of Concern

This have been bothering me for some time now. If your not sitting in public office or don’t have a genuine interest or mutual support in being an integral part of the political affairs for the Pan Fraternity, I would suggest that y

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Gregory Lindsay Speaks on Panorama Players nonpayment

I am done with sugarcoating shit....players cannot march on any Pan office Northern Region Pantrinbago or Tobago-Region Pantrinbago and demand payment for performance for 2018....it is onerous and grossly unfair to penalize the principal performers f

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Duvone Stewart - Thank you for a GREAT YEAR 2018

jus remember ONE HAND DOH CLAP

Merry Christmas and Seasons Greetings to EVERYONE

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Renegades Steel Orchestra -- Fact Check and Historical Notes - Clarification of the name "Renegades"

"The name of the band came from the movie, 'Mark of the Renegade'." ...Michael Marcano

In a recent interaction with When Steel Talks, Michael Marcano - president of Renegades Steel Orchestra informed us that the orchestra did not get its name at all

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In “Pan by Storm”, “Professor” lays his country bare...

All societies have art that most reflect their people. These pieces allow you to feel a culture. It’s not the tourist view; it’s the native view. And it’s the rare, gifted artist who creates these masterpieces. Ken “Professor” Philmore is one of thos

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A Message from Marcus Ash on "Untruths"

It is NOT my position to speak on these matters however, it burns me to see so many misconceptions, misinformation and untruths being circulated around social media during the past few days where Pan Trinbago is concerned. I wish to clear a few thing

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Chuma Akil Jahi Watson introduces himself to the WST forum community - Vice Chairman candidate for the Pan Trinbago Inc. northern region election

          Candidate You Can Trust                 Independent Candidate          

1.        Steelband Community Development, Youth and Innovation 

• To create and develop a specialized craft and academic platforms to prepare the youths of the region,

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The President and Executive of Pan Trinbago Inc. extend its deepest sympathy to the calypso fraternity and the nation community on the passing of Winston Scarborough aka De Original De Fosto Himself

The President and Executive of Pan Trinbago Inc. extend its deepest sympathy to the calypso fraternity and the nation community on the passing of Winston Scarborough aka De Original De Fosto Himself earlier today.

 

A composer, music arranger and cal

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Lord Superior (Andrew Marcano) has passed away

When Steel Talks extends condolences to the family and friends of calypsonian, Lord Superior,

LORD   SUPERIOR 
aka BROTHER SUPERIOR

REAL NAME:Andrew Marcano
DATE OF BIRTH:1938PLACE OF BIRTH:Rio Claro,
TrinidadEDUCATION:(later)
CAREER:Frequently referr

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When Steel Talks extends condolences to the family and friends of Erica Renaud

It is with great sadness that WST announces the unexpected passing of one of Brooklyn's most highly profiled panist - Erica Renaud..

Remembering Brooklyn Panist Erica Renaud...

https://www.panonthenet.com/woman/2017/erica-renaud.htm

News on the murd

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Eddison Joseph ask - Why is there a calypso history month in the land of calypso?

In this regard, Claude and ODW please consider continuing your Calypso of the Day series.

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Message from Team PAN

Sincere condolences to the family of the late great Winston Bailey. The Bass man from hell now journeying to heaven. .

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Saving Pan Trinbago - Ramsey-Moore: Members key to turnaround for steelband body

Trinidad and Tobago Newsday

Trinidad & Tobago, W.I. - Beverley Ramsey-Moore, one of eight people contesting the post of Pan Trinbago president in the organisation's executive election on Sunday, has experienced the highs and lows of life in the stee

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