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Award-winning Haitian music singer, Patrick Handal to release the remake of his hit song “Ti Bway” on May 10th 2017, with its accompanying video for the first time. The song which will be featured on his upcoming album titled “50 Kob” also features up and coming artist, Minouche Chouloute who made her singing debut in the Haitian music industry as a contestant at the 2010 Digicel Stars competition series. Ti Bway is the second single released by the singer from his upcoming solo album. After the release of the first single “Santim Wo”, Patrick Handal carefully spent the last year…
Today marks a significant historical event in the Haitian diaspora: the April 20, 1990, march where over 150,000 Haitians crossed the Brooklyn Bridge into downtown Manhattan, sending shockwaves through the city and the U.S. political landscape. This large-scale mobilization not only overwhelmed the New York City police but also led to the shutdown of Wall Street and several businesses in lower Manhattan, highlighting the collective power and unity of the Haitian community. The catalyst for this massive demonstration was the Federal Drug Administration’s (FDA) controversial recommendation in February 1990 that Haitians be restricted from donating blood, branding them as a…
The maestro and lead vocalist of Nu Look, Arly Lariviere, celebrated the launch of his new fragrance, “Illusion,” in New York City yesterday. Named after one of his many hit songs, “Illusion” comes in versions for both men and women and is sold exclusively at arlyfragrance.com, retailing at $60. ILLUSION Women Perfume Seductive and dominant, Illusion for women perfectly embodies a unique and sexy essence. ILLUSION Men Perfume Illusion for men echoes a relaxed elegance and effortless sophistication. This fresh fragrance is suitable for wearing all year long. While Arly and the event organizers were thrilled about the launch, the…
On the 10th anniversary of Ed Bradley’s death, we remember him not only for his journalistic excellence but also for the unique depth he brought to his stories on “60 Minutes.” Starting in 1979, Bradley made a lasting impact with his initial coverage of Southeast Asian refugees, setting the stage for a distinguished 25-year career at “60 Minutes” where he produced over 500 stories. His reporting spanned a wide range of topics, from interviews with criminals to intimate conversations with icons like Bob Dylan and Michael Jordan. Bradley was renowned for his cool demeanor and a genuine pursuit of truth…
Harmonik released the successful album Degaje last year, which included four hit songs: Cheri Benyen M, Incroyable, Pap Negosyew, and Simplicité. Having an album with multiple hits is an impressive feat in today’s industry, and Degaje elevated Harmonik to top-tier status within Haitian music. This success helped the band overcome the struggles following their previous album Diferan, which had seen legal battles, promoter blackballing, and a general lack of motivation. Rodney Noel’s return as general manager brought structure, marketing genius, and leadership, helping Harmonik regain momentum. However, despite this progress, the band still faces challenges, particularly in their live performances,…
It’s been almost a year now we’ve been playing limbo with CaRiMi and its indecisive members. The game started with Mickael who couldn’t decide whether he wanted to be with the band or not and after a couple of temper tantrums, he finally called it quits. However, that was Mickael, the lead singer… The band on the other hand is not quite ready to call it quits. We’ve learned from some very reliable sources that the rest of the band members are not ready to put the final nail on the band’s coffin. They’ve even went “New band members shopping”……
Haiti had been without a president for a week when on Sunday a collection of politicians and business leaders chose an interim leader to fill the void. The appointment stalled a deepening political crisis in the nation of 10 million — at least for now. Not that presidents have always been so great for Haiti. There have been 45 leaders since the country achieved independence from France in 1804, and for the most part they have pillaged and plundered, ruled as despots, stifled opposition, violated human rights and operated with impunity. “They don’t really want to work for the Haitian…
The term “Haitian Music Industry” (HMI) often stirs debate among enthusiasts and insiders. Critics argue that the lack of structural organization disqualifies it from being recognized as a true industry. However, by definition, an industry is a group of manufacturers or businesses that produce a particular kind of goods or services, which clearly encompasses the HMI’s role in delivering music specifically catered to the Haitian demographic. The origin of the term “HMI” takes us back to the nascent days of the internet, a period that veteran users might recall with a hint of nostalgia, and newer generations might find intriguing…