Author: Opastaff
New York, N.Y. – October 5, 2005 – Haitian recording artist Michel Martelly, popularly known as Sweet Mickey, has been charged with assaulting a New York promoter, Jean Dominique, during an incident at the Pre-Kanaval fest in Long Island last month. The altercation, which reportedly arose from a contract dispute, has led to legal actions, with Martelly currently awaiting a court date. According to court documents and the promoter’s statement, the incident occurred on September 5, 2005, at the corner of Ditmas Avenue and 93rd Street in Brooklyn. Dominique alleges that Martelly struck him during a heated exchange over contractual…
On October 4, 2005, the Konpa music industry was shocked to hear Princess Georgy of the band Hangout was terminated from the band. According to sources close to the band, the decision was made after the majority of the band voted for her to leave during a meeting she failed to assist. Her dismissal came immediately following the meeting. VIA HAND DELIVERY Ms. Georgy Metellus Dear Georgy Metellus: This letter serves as a confirmation of our discussion and decision to terminate your employment with Hangout, effective immediately. You have received several disciplinary notices within the past six months in conjunction…
Actual letter at the end. In a surprising turn of events within the Konpa music industry, Princess Georgy, a prominent member of the band Hangout, has been officially terminated from the group. The decision, which has sent shockwaves through the music community, was finalized after a majority vote by band members during a meeting that Georgy did not attend. According to a letter delivered to Georgy Metellus, signed by Rulx Jerome, it was stated that her termination was effective immediately. The letter detailed several issues leading up to this decision, including multiple disciplinary notices and discussions regarding Georgy’s behavior over…
On November 14, 1979, a significant schism within Bossa Combo, occurring during the drummer’s 25th birthday, led to the formation of “Accolade de New York” while recording the album “Racines” at the legendary Power Station in New York. This pivotal moment in the band’s history required the urgent intervention of Haitian promoter and producer Frédéric “Fred” Paul of Mini Records to salvage the project. From this album, Mario notably collaborated with Jean-Claude Desgrottes on “Septième Commandement” and contributed to hits like “Permane” and “L’An 2000.” After this split, the drummer-composer returned to his ensemble in Port-au-Prince on December 20, following…
September 27, 2005 – In a revealing turn of events, Freddy, the former lead singer of the celebrated band Top Vice, has announced his plans to continue using the band’s name as he ventures into a new chapter in his musical career. In his latest initiative, he has partnered with the renowned drummer Tuco Bouzi, previously of Dixie Band, in an effort to recapture and enhance the legacy of Top Vice. In a candid interview with Sony Belanfom, Freddy opened up about the internal conflicts that led to the dissolution of the original Top Vice lineup. He shared that the…
Last week on Friday, a press conference was held at Brasserie Creole in Queens, NY, to address serious allegations against three individuals accused of bootlegging DVDs and CDs from Florida for profit in New York. The event provided an opportunity for the accused to respond to the claims made against them. Yvon from Tele Diaspo in Boston detailed the allegations: Doff Chancy was apprehended at Delta Airways with 100 copies of the movie “VIP,” 85 copies of “Tolalito,” 100 copies of “Plezi Detay,” and 6 copies of “Twoubadou Vol.1.” The merchandise was meant to be shipped via cargo, but due…
Before I continue, let it be known, it’s a slow news week, therefore, i’m willing to entertain this mess. And also let me highlight this to the ladies of the Haitian music industry; please hold your heads up high and give yourselves a few pats on the back for what you are about to read is an example of why when God keeps closing certain doors in front of you; it simply means what’s behind it is not for you. You would never hear a woman mentioned in a story like the one below. Last week, Friday, there was a press conference…
The former lead singer of Top Vice, Freddy is going to venture on with the name Top Vice. In an attempt to regain the notable status of the former group, he joined forces with the renown, Tuco Bouzi, former drums player of Dixie Band. During a recent interview with Sony Belanfom, Freddy explained the reason Top Vice members parted ways. He stated that it all began when he convinced the band to form a corporation. He explained to band members how beneficial it would be for all members. Freddy stated that when the band initially became a corporation, everyone was…
The 2005 Fos Baron Festival, held just before Labor Day, showcased a vibrant display of Haitian music, despite a few logistical hiccups. The festival was well-attended, and the organizers managed to adjust the schedule on the fly to accommodate performances from several top bands, though unfortunately, Nu Look and Tabou Combo were no-shows. Tabou Combo had conflicting commitments, and while Nu Look was scheduled to appear, they did not make it for undisclosed reasons. Sweet Mickey opened the festival, setting a lively tone while keeping his performance family-friendly in front of his children. His act included a playful dig at…
In a recent turn of events, Kreyol La vocalist Ti Joe has spoken out about why he refused to join Krezi Mizik on stage during a recent bal. Krezi Mizik, which features Ti Joe’s former Konpa Kreyol bandmate David Dupoux, had invited him to come up and sing a song from their former group during the event. However, Ti Joe declined the offer, and he’s now shedding light on the reasons behind his decision. We spoke with Ti Joe earlier, and he confirmed the situation, explaining why he made the choice not to go on stage. Here’s what he had…