Author: Opastaff
How and why you guys formed Tabou Combo? The year was 1962, a musical revolution was taking place in Europe, precisely in England. Groups like “the Beatles and the “Rolling Stones “were taking Europe and the United States by storm. Haiti was chosen by the French music industry as a potential market for French Rock and Roll as a former Colony. In every upper class and some middle class neighborhoods a group was being formed. They started playing rock and then came back to Konpa. Tabou Combo was formed at the image of new generation of Haitian musicians called the Mini Jazz. The first Mini Jazz…
Fritz Bernard “Timitou” Frederic was laid to rest today at St. Charles Cemetery in Long Island, NY. Prior to arriving at his final resting place, a wonderful service was held at St. Theresa Catholic Church in Brooklyn. Timitou had been battling several health issues for many years. It began in Port-au-Prince, Haiti in 1999, where he suffered a stroke and heart attack after a System Band party. A doctor that attended that particular party the night prior was there at Canape-vert hospital to treat him. With this doctor’s expertise, Timitou had gotten well enough to return to the states for further treatment.…
Fritz Bernard “Timitou” Frederic, a revered figure within the Haitian Music Industry, was laid to rest today at St. Charles Cemetery in Long Island, NY. Before reaching his final resting place, a heartfelt service was held at St. Theresa Catholic Church in Brooklyn. Timitou had been contending with significant health issues for many years. His medical struggles began in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, in 1999 when he suffered a stroke and heart attack after a System Band party. Fortunately, a doctor attending the event provided immediate treatment at Canape-vert hospital. This medical intervention allowed Timitou to return to the states for further…
Official Statement from Mia Lopez (Sakapfet.com) Who ever thought I’d be my own PR representative? For those of you who know me, I mean really know me, you all know I would have never answered any web board messages about something that concerned me unless it was totally unfair. While in Haiti I stayed abreast of things that were spoken on all the web boards and its unfortunate that on the eve that Sakapfet.com shares the Live Feed with 11 other websites all of this transpires, making visibility of the issue that much more grandiose. But… on a recent responsive…
Maybe I should have written “Did Mia Lopez receive a verbal beating from Roberto Martino” since it’s not fair to let the whole band suffer from one person’s lack of good judgement. Anyhow, during last night’s broadcasting of the carnival, Roberto had some choice words for Mia Lopez after she declared Djakout Mizik the winner of day 2. Mia proved once and for all what some people have been saying for years couldn’t be further from the truth. GO, MIA! Sakapfet.com has been T-Vice’s fan site for many years and a lot of people in the industry felt the site…
In the vibrant tapestry of Haitian music, few threads are as colorful and enduring as the legacy of the Beaubrun family. For this exclusive interview with Opa Music, we sit down with one of its most illustrious members, who has not only inherited a rich musical lineage but has also carved out his own unique path in the world of music. From impromptu family jam sessions to groundbreaking performances on international stages, his journey embodies the spirit and resilience of Haitian artistry. Join us as we explore the rhythms and roots that have shaped his career, delve into his creative…
After the Amazura fiasco, between Carimi, and Tvice’s camp, it seems like El Madre, has turned the band over to two well-known promoters in New York for protection. Glasses and Foe, two well-known guys in the NYC circle that can give Tvice the protection that they need in the New York area. Glasses is very familiar name within the Tvice, he has promoted many of Tvice’s parties in the past and most recently, he’s the sponsor that brought Tvice out for the Labor Day Carnival in Brooklyn last September. Foe is the former owner of Cenegal Nightclub formerly known as…
In the aftermath of the unsettling incident at Amazura involving bands Carimi and T-Vice, T-Vice has taken significant measures to ensure their safety during future engagements in New York. The band has aligned with two prominent New York promoters, known as Glasses and Foe, to provide the necessary protection and oversight for their activities in the area. Glasses, a familiar figure in the T-Vice circle, has been instrumental in promoting several of T-Vice’s events, including their recent appearance at the Labor Day Carnival in Brooklyn. Foe, the former owner of the popular Cenegal Nightclub, previously known as “Le Rendez Vous”…
Timitou takes another turn for the worse. February 8, 2007, by Opa I just got a report from a reliable source that Timitou’s health has taken a turn for the worst. Doctor’s had to remove his intestines and he is currently on life support. The source also told me his family members are flying from all over the world and are preparing for the worst. I’ll keep you guys posted on more. As some of you may know, Timitou was one of the members of System Band. Fritz “Ti Mitou” Frederic dies at the age of 49 February 21, 2007,…
New York, February 4, 2007 – If you missed the Lover’s Night show at Amazura last night, you missed a veritable feast of Haitian musical talent that blended seasoned artists with fresh energy, creating an unforgettable evening. The event kicked off with a slightly slow start but quickly escalated into an exhilarating showcase of talent as nearly 1,400 kompa enthusiasts braved the freezing New York weather to witness the spectacle. The lineup was a who’s who of Haitian music, featuring the likes of Jude Jean, Cassandra (Elektra), Sharon Button, Richie, Alexandra, and topped off with performances by Alan Cave, Nickenson…