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Tems to Headline Tipsy Music Festival 2024 in Barbados

Get ready, Caribbean music lovers! Tipsy Music Festival (TMF) is thrilled to announce that Nigerian sensation Tems will be headlining this year’s festival in Barbados, marking her very first performance in the Caribbean region. On July 21, Tems will take the stage on Day 2 of TMF, bringing her soul-stirring vocals and global hits to the gem of the Caribbean, in beautiful Barbados.

Tems has taken the music world by storm with chart-topping singles like “Essence” and “Free Mind,” earning her international acclaim and a massive fanbase. Her unique blend of Afrobeat, R&B, and soulful melodies has redefined contemporary music, making her the perfect headliner for TMF 2024.

“We are beyond excited to welcome Tems as our main headliner for Tipsy Music Festival 2024,” said the event organizers. “Her debut performance, not only in Barbados but in the Caribbean is going to be historic, and we know she’s going to deliver an unforgettable experience for all our festival-goers.”

Tems’ performance will be even more special as she is set to release her highly anticipated debut album, Born in the Wild, on June 7. Festival-goers will be among the first to experience some of her new popular releases live on the TMF stage, making this a truly memorable event.

But the excitement doesn’t stop there! Joining Tems on the TMF stage will be co-headliners Machel Montano and Shenseea. Montano, the King of Soca, will bring his high-energy performance and infectious beats, promising to get everyone dancing. Shenseea, fresh off the success of her smash single “Hit and Run” and the release of her latest music video for “Neva Neva,” will add her signature style and vibrant energy to the lineup.

“We’re thrilled to have Machel Montano and Shenseea join Tems as our co-headliners,” added the organizers. “This lineup is a dream come true for music fans, and we can’t wait for everyone to experience these incredible artists live at Tipsy Music Festival.”

With Tems’ Caribbean debut, Machel Montano’s electrifying soca vibes, and Shenseea’s dynamic performance, this year’s Tipsy Music Festival is set to be the event of the Summer. Don’t miss out on the musical magic happening this July 20-21 in Barbados!

For further updates on the festival lineup and additional exciting announcements, visit www.tipsymusicfestival.com or follow Tipsy Music Festival on social media platforms. (PR)

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Sagicor Life Inc. Lighting Ceremony This Friday

The Ministry of Youth, Sports and Community Empowerment will host the Sagicor Life Inc. Lighting Ceremony this Friday, November 1, marking the start of the annual community Independence celebrations.

This year’s ceremony will be held under the theme Celebrating Our Communities: Re-engaging, Re-igniting, Re-imagining, and will take place on Friday, November 1, at 5:30 p.m., at National Heroes Square, The City.

Following the Lighting Ceremony, the celebrations will continue with a Bajan Brew at 7:00 p.m., offering an evening filled with spouge, drama, song, and steel pan performances.

The event is free and open to all, providing an opportunity for the community to come together and enjoy the rich cultural heritage of Barbados as we celebrate Independence.

Patrons are encouraged to arrive early and make any necessary transportation arrangements due to expected road closures in the vicinity of Wharf Road and Trafalgar Street. (PR/GIS)

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A SEA OF YELLOW AT RISE & RUM BREAKFAST PARTY

Patrons enjoyed a day filled with food, fun, and sun at Rise and Rum, the penultimate event of this year’s Barbados Food and Rum Festival.

Food lovers had an abundance of delicious dishes to savour on Saturday—from roasted breadfruit and seafood boils to various fish delicacies and scrumptious desserts, offering a wide array of options to enjoy.
Of course, there was no shortage of entertain, and local bands Square One and Krosfyah once again teamed up to keep the crowds grooving as they enjoyed their savour foodie treats in fine style.

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Let us celebrate Jackie Opel

Tuesday 27^th August was a significant day in the history of local music. It marked the birthday of Dalton Bishop better known as Jackie Opel. The musical icon would have turned 84. Jackie Opel was an outstanding singer, composer, and creator of the Spouge music genre who was born on August 27, 1938, in the inner-city area of Chapman Lane.

*Shantal Munroe Knight, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office*

In 1962 Jackie migrated to Jamaica where he lived for six years. He was influential in the formative careers of some of Jamaica’s iconic entertainers. From Bob Marley to Jimmy Cliff, Ken Hopeton, Alton Ellis, and the early days of the band The Wailers.

On his return to Barbados Jackie Opel was gearing up to take his career and his newly created spouge music to a higher level. Plans were afoot to produce a concert, but fate was not kind, and he died in a car accident on Bay Street on March 9, 1970.

Special Free Concert Yesterday

The National Cultural Foundation (NCF) hosted a special concert, last night, in Freedom Park to honour Jackie Opel.

A cast of some of the island’s top singers graced the stage to perform a wide range of spouge songs. The modest audience can count themselves lucky to have attended an event that will be a benchmark in local music history.

Artists thrilled those in attendance

Performers included the following, Wendy Alleyne, Shadia Marshall, Keisha Christian, Mickey Dee, Mike Grosvenor, Colin Spencer, Desmond Weekes, Jamal Slocombe, Simon Pipe, D J Simmons, Bit Bit, Ishiaka, Romario Greaves, Alix Cage, Adrian Clarke and Edwin Yearwood.

Senator the Hon. Shantal Munro-Knight, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office delivered the opening remarks, and Ambassador to CARICOM David Comissiong delivered the feature address. It was generally felt by those in attendance that a Jackie Opel Birthday Concert should be held annually. (Article and photos by Christopher Williams)