Released in 1981 on the Charisma label, The Desperadoes, known throughout the world simply as the grey album, is considered the finest steelpan music recording ever by many. The impact of this release is still influencing steel orchestras all over th
Trinidad and Tobago- She is one the foremost critical thinkers of our time - always bringing a sober and honest voice to the conversation. An ardent support
Global: The Trinidad and Tobago large band Panorama category is the most prestigious (rightfully so), respected, and accomplished steel orchestra assemblage in all the world. Their panorama music masterpieces are nothing short of remarkable; moreove
Tallahassee, Florida- She a 24-year-old panist who is currently finishing up a second master’s degree in music with an emphasis in ethnomusicology at Florida State
My name is Dotsie Isaac Gellizeau. I am an Antiguan mother, a sister, a wife, a writer and above all else a - renaissance woman. Women doing their natural thing exci
Carnival TV - Meeting the Challenge of presenting Caribbean Entertainment and Events to the World
After years of unprofessionalism, bad products and lame excuses - Carnival TV stepped in and showed it could be done. In an exclusive interview the dir
Let me fill in the missing pieces and some clarification of Sundowners.
The original Sundowners was captained by Selwyn Dayal and I was the music arranger. The address was at Purcell Street in a garage which belonged to Selwyn's famil
As a Trini it saddens my heart to see what technology is doing to our musicians. At one time we prided our selves with the amount of musicians we produce for a small country, now there is not much for much for a musician to do. Both the Brass Band an
Trinidad & Tobago, W.I.- She lives it, talks it and walks it full time - 24-7-365. She is one of the world's most successful steelpan parents. A panist and
When Steel Talks - Reboot “Steelpan for me is more than just music and notes, it somehow speaks to you in a language of its own that just drives you to tap yo
Trinidad & Tobago, W.I. - April marks the start of the “new” Pan Trinbago Pan in de Countryside series. The event commences on Saturday 6th April at the Tableland Recreation Centre, Tableland Extension Road, Tableland, from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Interesting sidebar with this live performance from a steelband from Limestone College in the USA. The band's director says that a visiting dignitary from London, was so excited hearing
Trinidad & Tobago, W.I.- She’s the baby of the ‘Codrington’ steelpan family dynasty. Growing up Codrington has its challenges and rewards. Kizzi shares her
Texas, USA- Steelpan in “The Lone Star State”? You better believe it. San Jacinto College Central Steel Band is set on a path to rock Texas, USA. In an exclusive with When
Antigua- She is a professed panist for life and a respected member of the renowned Hell’s Gate Steel Orchestra from Antigua. In an exclusive interview with When Steel Ta
"As we celebrate our 50th anniversary as a nation,we are faced with two opposing value systems, each striving to emerge as a dominant culture. The first speaks to a spirit of collaboration and community exemplified in the fellowship of religious inst
