Culture refers to the shared beliefs, values, customs, behaviors, and artifacts that characterize a group or society. It encompasses language, religion, cuisine, social habits, music, arts, and other elements that contribute to the social identity and heritage of a community.
Carib Sentinel | Bridgetown, Barbados — February 16, 2025 BRIDGETOWN, Barbados — Anthony “The Mighty Gabby” Carter, the 76-year-old calypso legend and Barbados’ Cultural Ambassador, has been charged with rape in a case that has sent shockwaves through the Caribbean. The veteran musician, revered for his contributions to Barbadian culture, appeared in the district “A”…
Introduction: Buju Banton, born Mark Anthony Myrie, is a legendary figure in the reggae and dancehall music scenes. Known for his powerful voice and profound lyrics, Buju has captured the hearts of millions around the world. From his early days in Kingston, Jamaica, to becoming a Grammy-winning artist, Buju Banton’s journey is one of resilience,…
Byron Messia, the dancehall phenom from the twin-island nation of St. Kitts and Nevis, has officially etched his name into music history. On Sunday night, Messia took home his first-ever Grammy Award for Best R&B Album at the 67th annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, marking a monumental moment for the rising star. The win…
If you’ve ever been to a Caribbean Carnival whether in Trinidad, Brooklyn, or London. You know the feeling. The air is electric, the streets are alive with color, and the pulsating rhythms of Soca music compel even the most reluctant dancers to move. Soca, the high-energy genre born in Trinidad and Tobago, has long been…
By Frantz Benoit The story of Bob Marley is not just the story of a musician; it’s the story of a revolutionary, a prophet, and a man who turned his pain into power. Born Robert Nesta Marley on February 6, 1945, in the rural village of Nine Mile, Jamaica, Marley emerged from humble beginnings to…
1. Trinidad and Tobago 2. Barbados (Crop Over) 3. Jamaica (Bacchanal) 4. Haiti (Kanaval) 5. Dominican Republic (Carnaval) 6. Puerto Rico (Carnaval Ponceño) 7. Cuba (Carnaval de Santiago de Cuba) 8. Martinique and Guadeloupe (Carnaval) 9. St. Vincent and the Grenadines (Vincy Mas) Common Themes in Evolution Each island’s Carnival is a unique reflection of…
In the heart of Kingston, Jamaica, where the air is thick with the scent of jerk chicken and the sound of basslines reverberates through the streets, reggae dancehall music was born. It’s a genre that has always been more than just music—it’s a lifestyle, a rebellion, a voice for the voiceless. But as 2023 unfolds,…
