http://www.toronto-lime.com The latest in Caribbean entertainment news en-us news@toronto-lime.com Mon 8 Feb 2010 12:59:50 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100208_bacchanal_jamaica.htm The Mas Camp Village came alive for the official opening of the Bacchanal Jamaica carnival season on February 5th 2010; it was truly an event not to be missed. A “Sell Off”. news@toronto-lime.com Mon 8 Feb 2010 12:59:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100208_invaders.htm Caribbean Airlines Invaders Steel Orchestra has joined with United Way Trinidad and Tobago to assist with raising funds for Haiti. Invaders will be donating $20 from each of its j’ouvert morning packages to United Way. news@toronto-lime.com Mon 8 Feb 2010 12:50:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100208_calypso_monarch.htm Although the heat was on Saturday afteroon at Skinners Park, during the annual Calypso semi-finals, 14 Calypsonians have been chosen to progress to the finals less than a week away. news@toronto-lime.com Mon 8 Feb 2010 12:20:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100208_jah_cure.htm International Reggae artiste Jah Cure has been crowned Vocalist of the Year at the recently held Excellence in Music and Entertainment Awards. news@toronto-lime.com Mon 8 Feb 2010 11:10:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100208_3canal.htm Once again the infamous 3canal makes big moves and creates a stir for 2010. In the latest production, JAM-IT, we just can’t seem to get enough of the infused rapso beats and intertwined dramatic choreography. news@toronto-lime.com Sun 7 Feb 2010 11:10:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100207_kiddies.htm Yesterday's annual Red Cross “Kiddies” Carnival was one of glitz, glamour, culture and the most adorable youngsters. news@toronto-lime.com Sat 6 Feb 2010 10:17:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100206_buffy.htm She shares a name with two famous American personalities. But Chrystal “Buffy” Cuffy does slay vampires and has more to offer than a certain body part. Oh and she is 110 percent Trinbagonian! news@toronto-lime.com Fri 5 Feb 2010 07:57:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100205_socastar.htm Metro won over the crowd and the judges at last nights Synergy Soca Star 5 finals held at the Jean Pierre Complex. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 5 Feb 2010 07:55:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100205_machel.htm "Scandalous!" is a soca Bollywood movie being produced by Kicker Films in association with Generator Entertainment UK. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 5 Feb 2010 07:45:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100205_jam-it.htm The Canboulay clash in 1881 cleared a space for the Jamet Carnival to take the stage. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 5 Feb 2010 07:25:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100205_army_fete.htm With crime, a factor for many in deciding where to fete and where to travel to, during the carnival season, Army fete continues to be recognized as the safest party experience during this time of year... news@toronto-lime.com Thu 4 Feb 2010 09:45:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100204_bacchanal_jamaica.htm Bacchanal Jamaica Carnival season officially begins at the Mas Camp Village, on Friday February 5th, 2010, which also marks the start of the Bacchanal Jamaica Friday Nights. news@toronto-lime.com Mon 1 Feb 2010 10:55:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100201_panorama.htm The results of the bmobile National Panorama semi finals held at yesterday‘s ”Savannah Party” at the Queen’s Park Savannah, Port of Spain, have been announced. Ten (10) steel orchestras in each category will move to the next round in two separate finals. news@toronto-lime.com Sun 31 Jan 2010 12:45:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100131_chutney.htm Karma's Ravi Bissambhar was crowned the new king of the Chutney Soca Arena last night at Skinner Park San Fernando. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 29 Jan 2010 12:45:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100129_brass.htm While many are pondering about the true ambitions of the re-birth of the Caribbean Brass Festival, organizers of the event are sticking to their guns, saying, “ it was simply time!”. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 29 Jan 2010 12:45:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100129_wasa_fete.htm This one’s guaranteed to be explosive! For the first time, the new unit of Shurwayne Winchester and YOU will enter WASA fete. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 28 Jan 2010 09:45:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100128_timeka_marshall.htm Reggae songstress Timeka Marshall is among the list of eight nominees for Best New Artist (Female) in the Excellence In Music and Entertainment (EME) Awards Jamaica. According to the nominations criteria the award is given to the artist whose overall impact during the eligibility year establishes her public identity. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 28 Jan 2010 09:45:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100128_lil_rick.htm For more than ten years, Lil’ Rick has churned out ultra-popular tunes year after year, backed by high level performances sure to delight his fans and enthral audiences. On Sunday, January 10 at this year’s staging of the Barbados Music Awards (BMA), he walked away as Barbados’ Entertainer of the Decade. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 28 Jan 2010 09:45:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100128_philip7.htm Barbados' local singing sensation Philip 7 was among the winners at the recently held 5th Annual Barbados Music Awards, taking home the award for Best Rock/Alternative Pop Artist (male). news@toronto-lime.com Thu 28 Jan 2010 09:45:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100128_biggie.htm Since being honoured recently at this year's Barbados Music Awards with a Cornerstone Award for his contribution to the Barbados music industry Biggie Irie releases his latest contribution for Carnival 2010, Rub Up. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 28 Jan 2010 09:45:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100128_peter_ram.htm Peter Ram certainly captured the element of Carnival revellry in this latest release Puppet Master. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 28 Jan 2010 09:45:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100128_bajan_haiti_relief.htm Over 100 Barbadian entertainers are taking part in a concert to raise funds for earthquake-devastated Haiti. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 28 Jan 2010 09:45:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100128_pyramid.htm Pyramid Entertainment is currently at MIDEM, the world's largest music industry trade fair at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes, France. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 28 Jan 2010 09:45:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100128_smile_jamaica.htm Ghetto Youth’s International, organizers of the annual Bob Marley concert Smile Jamaica, have announced that the 2010 staging of the celebration of the King of Reggae’s birth would have to be called off, due to numerous circumstances. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 28 Jan 2010 09:45:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100128_hits.htm On January 30, the Hits and Jams camp kick starts Guyana’s Mashramani festival with the Mash Camp Crank Up launch concert. This event features Ding Dong, Madd Dogg and Charlie Blacks at Guyana’s National Park while the local line up includes Spida and Jory Hector along with Fusion International Sounds. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 27 Jan 2010 15:45:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100127_soca_monarch.htm It's down to the final twenty-three for the bMobile Blackberry International 'Power' Soca Monarch and Play Whe 'Groovy' Soca Monarch Final. Only two of the twenty-three finalists will appear in both the Power and Groovy categories at Fantastic Friday. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 27 Jan 2010 11:16:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100127_slucarnival.htm The St Lucian entertainment website www.slucarnival.com, which came on the scene in March of 2009, is making their mark on the 2010 St Lucia carnival scene with a bang. With carnival a few months always, SLUcarnival.com is starting the countdown from now, with a list of events, promotions, online shows and more as ST Lucia carnival gets closer. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 27 Jan 2010 11:14:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100127_djshine.htm Fresh from his recent stint at the Coke Zero Presents Sean Kingston in concert where he kept patrons busy prior to the on stage performances, disc jock and selector DJ Shine was in top form recently in Linstead. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 27 Jan 2010 11:14:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100127_regatta.htm The excitement is rising as the big men of Kite boarding begin arriving in Tobago for the second annual Tobago Carnival Regatta 2010 on 19th- 21st February. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 27 Jan 2010 09:49:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100127_tc.htm His name is Super Jigga TC and in Carnival 2010, the world will scream his name at every fete, ever all-inclusive and on carnival Monday and Tuesday even. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 26 Jan 2010 08:45:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100126_army_fete.htm Organisers of the Original Army Fete are saying tickets are going faster than expected. The streets are alive with talk of this fete that has maintained its strength for over two decades. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 26 Jan 2010 08:22:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100126_shurwayne.htm On Sunday, January 24th, the masses who gathered in anticipation of seeing their former Groovy and Power Soca Monarch winner, Shurwayne Winchester, perform for both segments of competition, in the semi-final round, were taken aback when they did not see him return on stage following his performance of the 2010 hit, Murdah. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 22 Jan 2010 20:45:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100122_bacchanal_jamaica_socacize.htm If you’ve never had the opportunity to attend a Soca’cise fete, you are missing a fun filled excersise programe and you are encouraged to experience it in 2010. Set to the rhythm of soca beats, Soca’cise is a two hour long, heart pumping, booty shaking, feet dancing, cardiovascular building, activity guaranteed to get you sweating. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 22 Jan 2010 20:45:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100122_bacchanal_jamaica.htm The Bacchanal Carnival season in Jamaica officially begins on February 5, 2010 with the opening of Bacchanal’s Mas Camp Village on Oxford Road in Kingston. The theme for 2010 is “Bacchanal Treasures”. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 22 Jan 2010 19:30:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100122_storm.htm Hurricanes normally come from West Africa and make their way through the Caribbean, however this time there is a storm here…right here in Trinidad. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 21 Jan 2010 22:40:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100121_big_rich.htm Reigning champion, Kenneth Salick, will defend his crown in the upcoming Chutney Soca Monarch Finals against a cast almost all produced from one studio - D'Pungalunks Factory. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 21 Jan 2010 09:59:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100121_brotherb.htm Brother B releases his first track for 2010 entitled ‘Carnival Fever’. This track is produced by the legendary producer Jimmi King from King Beats Studios. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 21 Jan 2010 09:55:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100121_woods.htm Anne-Marie Woods will be embarking on a journey of artistic rejuvenation as she gets ready to travel to Trinidad, West Indies where she will be teaching theatre and spoken word to youth in Trinidad during a three month Artist in Residence Placement funded by Canada Council for the Arts and Ontario Arts Council with the University of the West Indies Creative and Festival Arts Department. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 19 Jan 2010 17:21:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100119_brass.htm The buzz is strong on the ground as Carnival fete lovers anticipate, with bated breath- the return of a festival that in the past, was seen as a staple to the season. In 2010, the re-emergence of the Caribbean Brass Festival will see a strong youthful force of performers, and a cast of solid soca sensations, the masses know and enjoy. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 19 Jan 2010 11:21:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100119_youth_filmfest.htm A number of celebrated African Canadian filmmakers will be honoured at a Special Gala Awards Ceremony on Thursday January 21st 2010, as part of the 2nd CaribbeanTales Youth Film Festival - Celebrating Black History Month. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 19 Jan 2010 11:21:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100119_regatta.htm As the Carnival festivities wind down in Trinidad, a Carnival of a different nature will be casting off on Pigeon Point beach from the 19th-21st February at the second annual Tobago Carnival Regatta, dubbed “A Festival of Wind!”. news@toronto-lime.com Mon 18 Jan 2010 12:42:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100118_soca_monarch.htm According to the Caribbean Prestige Foundation (CPF - organizers of the 2010 bMobile Blackberry Int'l Soca Monarch and Play Whe Groovy Soca Monarch), a record 300 entries were received for this year's competition. Of the 300, 43 will move on to 'Power' Soca Monarch semi-finals and 39 will compete in the 'Groovy' category. news@toronto-lime.com Mon 18 Jan 2010 10:54:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100118_tribe_toronto.htm Just one week after announcing their first ever appearance down the Lakeshore, TRIBE management team, Andre De Freitas, Aneil Persad and Michelle Persad declares April 24th, 2010 the official launch date for Caribana 2010. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 15 Jan 2010 10:58:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100115_skinny.htm "We coming to mash up everything, De Beast Let Go"...and the place ceratinly 'get mash up' when Pyramid Entertainment soca artiste Skinny Fabulous launched the video for 'De Beast Let Go' at a press conference yesterday in St. Vincent. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 15 Jan 2010 10:35:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100115_haiti.htm At its first meeting for 2010, the Board of Directors of The Caribana™ Arts Group (CAG) decided to make a special appeal to its members to dig deep and donate whatever they can to assist the earthquake victims in Haiti. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 13 Jan 2010 17:12:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100113_shurwayne.htm He says his performances will only get better because he takes the good critique with the bad. Fire Fete was the medium for his unit’s first major showcase after just one year together and already, the buzz has begun... news@toronto-lime.com Tue 12 Jan 2010 12:59:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100112_cropover.htm The National Cultural Foundation (NCF) has announced event dates for the 2010 Cropover festivities. news@toronto-lime.com Mon 11 Jan 2010 11:40:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100111_dilenadan.htm Popular Crossover band DIL-E-NADAN band took home a record nine (9) awards over the weekend, sweeping the 103FM Music Awards held at Queens Hall in Trinidad and Tobago. news@toronto-lime.com Mon 11 Jan 2010 7:59:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100111_tribe_toronto.htm As if the multitude of upcoming festival events was not enough to stir excitement, a long awaited band will be making its first ever appearance down the Lakeshore. The Trinidad Mas band known as TRIBE has announced its grand entrance into the festivities for CARIBANA 2010. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 8 Jan 2010 12:52:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100108_staggerah.htm Nicholas Sealy, better known as Fadda Fox brings a new mix to 'The Staggerah' made popular during the 2009 Crop Over season. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 8 Jan 2010 12:10:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100108_skinny_album.htm Over the last couple of months he was able to retain his Vincy soca monach title, perform across the region and in North America all while as a final year university student. However, in addition to all this Skinny Fabulous has been making preparations for the release of his debut self-titled album early in 2010. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 8 Jan 2010 11:22:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100108_timeka.htm Timeka Marshall is one of many artistes on the revived Boops riddim compilation by producer Shane Brown (Juke Boxx Records) as a tribute to the late legendary Wycliffe ‘Steely’ Johnson with the track 'Sweet Vibes'. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 8 Jan 2010 11:22:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100108_skinny_video.htm Two-time Vincy soca monarch Skinny Fabulous has received a grant from The St. Vincent and the Grenadines Tourism Authority in support of his first music video. The project will see a music video being created for his 2008 soca monarch winning track 'De Beast Leh Go'. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 6 Jan 2010 8:42:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100105_harmonites.htm It was the perfect setting to illuminate signs of progress and ultimately hope for a lasting togetherness. The wondrous situation in which Harmonites finds itself comes almost six weeks after the band and its spin-off Pan Knights announced that a deal had been struck to formally merge both brands after the 15-year split. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 5 Jan 2010 10:12:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100105_shurwayne.htm What a season it’s turning out to be for Shurwayne Winchester and the team of musicians who make up the unit he calls, YOU!. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 5 Jan 2010 10:12:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2010/20100105_mastamind.htm Carnival is supposed to be freedom. Freedom from stress, freedom from pain, and freedom to let go of your inhibitions, in a way you can’t at any other time of the year. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 31 Dec 2009 12:43:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091231_firefete.htm As the first big event to take place on the dawn of Carnival 2010, the annual Fire Services Fete is shaping up to be far bigger than many would have expected. With a cast of over ten of the Caribbean’s hottest soca stars and emerging stars carded to perform on January 9th, the event which is appreciated world-over for being the big one to start it all, will in 2010, provide an atmosphere of enjoyment, far different from years gone by. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 31 Dec 2009 09:13:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091231_jahcure_alison.htm Jah Cure and Soca Queen Alison Hinds have teamed up to remix Cure’s reggae smash Call On Me. The soca refix was released last week and comes just in time for the carnival season. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 29 Dec 2009 17:11:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091229_parang_and_steel.htm Three of the nation’s best loved calypsonians always seem to be at home when they perform at PCS Silver Stars Steel Orchestra’s annual Parang and Steel Concert series. Former National Calypso Monarch Denyse Plummer, Anselm Douglas and Skatie (Carlos James) always receive rousing welcomes at the music presentation held at the host band’s Tragarete Road panyard. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 24 Dec 2009 17:11:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091224_calypso_dreams.htm The producers of the widely acclaimed film Calypso Dreams, have announced the release of a Soundtrack CD featuring more than two dozen kaiso classics recorded in the field during the production of their award-winning film. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 24 Dec 2009 17:11:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091224_jah_cure.htm Danger Zone/Sobe Entertainment artiste Jah Cure would like to apologize to all his fans who came out expecting him to perform at ‘Night on Tracks’ which was held on Sunday December 20 at the National Indoor Sports Centre. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 24 Dec 2009 17:11:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091224_southside.htm Fresh off of their recent visit to their homeland of Trinidad and Tobago, the dynamic duo known as SouthSide have officially released their latest Carnival 2010 offering “Still Jammin”. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 22 Dec 2009 17:31:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091222_trinispirit.htm Devoted Trinidadians throughout the world can now show their patriotism with one-of-a-kind apparel and accessories, thanks to the recent expansion of a top provider of custom-designed merchandise honoring The Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 22 Dec 2009 11:54:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091222_heaven.htm It’s Carnival Tuesday… sun is blazing… Your on the road in your costume… beautiful people, beautiful music all around you. It’s the time of day when everything seems to align. The joy of being part of the Greatest Show on Earth fills your soul. You have that feeling that all is perfect. Almost feels like Heaven. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 22 Dec 2009 11:54:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091222_kardi.htm On December 23rd 2009, Kardinal Offishall will throw his 12th Annual Kardinal Christmas Gala at This Is London (364 Richmond Street West) and has enlisted his long-time friend, comedian Russell Peters to host. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 22 Dec 2009 11:54:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091222_bugle.htm Promoters operating out of the UK will be this year joining forces to bring one of reggae/dancehall’s hottest entertainers’ to warm the hearts of music lovers. Bugle will be representing the Daseca camp on this nine day tour which will see him delivering exhilarating performances from December 26th, 2009 through to January 4th, 2010. news@toronto-lime.com Mon 21 Dec 2009 11:54:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091221_granty.htm General Grant has released his power soca contribution for 2k10. “Dis not d galla strip, dis not d gully strip... dis is d wining strip! news@toronto-lime.com Mon 21 Dec 2009 09:34:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091221_army_fete.htm There’s no downplaying Trinidad and Tobago’s annual Army fete. For years, the military themed event has drawn crowds in excess of five thousand, with most, if not all, agreeing that the fete, which is endorsed by the Trinidad and Tobago Defense Force, has stood firmly as the safest party event in Carnival. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 18 Dec 2009 12:54:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091218_soca_certified_smashed_mixtape.htm Canada's 2009 Stylus Soca DJ of the Year Award recipient, Jester (of X-Caliber Entourage and Clinton Sparks' Smash Squad DJs), has joined forces with the Internet-savvy "Mr. 2.0", Caribbean Singer/Songwriter Mista Vybe, to deliver another innovative, ground-breaking "shift" in the Soca Industry. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 18 Dec 2009 12:14:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091218_spice.htm Last week Saturday night Dancehall artiste Spice won the award for "Female Dancehall Artiste of The Year" at the Stone Love 37th Anniversary concert. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 18 Dec 2009 12:14:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091218_avatar.htm Coca-Cola Zero's involvement in entertainment is far-reaching. Not only does it encompass musical entertainment, specifically their upcoming (January) concert featuring international superstar, Sean Kingston, but they are also no strangers to Hollywood. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 16 Dec 2009 12:34:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091216_shurwayne.htm Two big soca tracks are hitting the airwaves across Trinidad and Tobago and the Caribbean on Thursday. Each signature Shurwayne Winchester hit promises to send music lovers in a frenzy, and with the season at its musical peak, there’s no denying that the tracks come at the perfect time. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 16 Dec 2009 11:20:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091216_etana.htm Reggae soul sensation Etana flawlessly delivers passionate vocals on her new love song "Happy Heart," boldly exposing her emotional side. And now, a gripping one-of-a-kind video, zooming in on the theme of unconditional love, will accompany the steamy single. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 15 Dec 2009 12:55:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091215_fetting_on.htm Since its premiere on Dr. Jay’s Soca Therapy show on Sunday, there have been clamours to download ‘Fetting On’, Skinny Fabulous’ first-ever collaboration with international soca king Machel Montano and the reviews have been great. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 15 Dec 2009 12:55:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091215_skinny.htm Although he is currently pursuing a degree in Mass Communications at the University of the West Indies, Mona campus, Skinny Fabulous is continuing on his soca high as he gets set to shoot the video for his track 'De Beast Leggo’ in Jamaica next week. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 15 Dec 2009 12:55:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091215_talpree.htm Ten years after his monumentous hit 'Ole Woman Alone', Wilt Cambridge better known to us as Tallpree is set to captivate the soca world once again. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 15 Dec 2009 12:55:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091215_bim_jazz.htm For the past 16 years, the producers of the Barbados Jazz Festival have endeavoured to present audiences with the finest in contemporary artistes in the world of jazz music. During the second week of January, the 17th edition of the Festival will see a strong line up of performers spanning both a variety of genres and a wide range of industry experience. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 15 Dec 2009 12:55:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091215_madarchitect.htm Trinidadian producer Tony "The Mad Architect" Brown has been making strides in several genres. Recently he has seen his biggest stride in reggae. His latest production, "Lock The Block" featuring two Jamaican artist (Zeego Zarro and Viper) has been picked up by TCOO Records and has now been released on their "18 Karat Reggae Gold 2010: The Takeover" compilation. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 11 Dec 2009 10:25:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091211_tallpree.htm Carnival in Trinidad- the splendour, the enjoyment, ‘de bacchanal and musical mayhem- it all kicks into first gear with one of the biggest fetes born and bred in Trinidad and Tobago. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 11 Dec 2009 10:25:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091211_firefete.htm The anticipation is definitely on as tens of thousands prepare for the start of Trinidad carnival season. At band rooms across the island, artistes and their musicians are rehearsing-preparing for the event they know will kick start their time of year, and certainly the fete lovers’ most anticipated time too news@toronto-lime.com Fri 11 Dec 2009 10:25:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091210_panaide.htm "Panaide - The Benefit Concert" is an event in which sponsored steelbands in Port-of-Spain and environs perform on a showcase with the aim of raising funds to assist the unsponsored bands in that geographical location news@toronto-lime.com Thu 10 Dec 2009 11:45:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091210_fetting_on.htm The DJs are waiting. The fans are already requesting it... and all the rumours are true! “Fetting On” is coming, and Toronto gets a special sneak preview on December 13th! news@toronto-lime.com Wed 9 Dec 2009 10:35:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091209_icebreaker.htm Negril, Jamaica was the place to be on December 3rd through to December 7th. Sunset Destinations and Tours hosted the week long all inclusive adult vacation at the luxurious Hedonism II resort. A getaway where it paid to be free of restrictions, guests indulged in a variety of guilty pleasures, taking full advantage of the resorts’ slogan to be, “wicked for a week”. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 2 Dec 2009 12:59:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091202_naki.htm Singer and Songwriter Naki, is definitely busy this season, after releasing two wonderful Christmas songs she is now ready to deal with Carnival 2010. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 2 Dec 2009 12:59:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091202_starlift.htm Commonwealth Heads of Government (CHOGM) delegates attending last Saturday’s instalment of Parang and Steel concert series staged by PCS Silver Stars Steel Orchestra were given a rousing culture send-off on November 28. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 2 Dec 2009 10:19:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091202_ioctane.htm I-Octane and Jamaica's widely respected Slingshot Productions recently completed shooting the video for "Lose A Friend", the conscious and uplifting effort from the young leader of contemporary reggae music. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 2 Dec 2009 09:53:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091202_dj_shine.htm Last weekend was quite a hectic one for rising selector and fourth place Heineken Green Synergy finisher, DJ Shine. After making his presence felt at the party called N.O.V.E.M.B.E.R. which was held at the New Kingston Golf Academy, Shine unpacked his catalogue of old school joints and headed to Heineken Good Times. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 1 Dec 2009 12:50:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091201_tonyp.htm A trip to India has given him a newfound sense of appreciation for the things many take for granted in Trinidad and Tobago. Tony Prescott’s trip to the poverty-struck sub-continent, as part of the cultural contingent who journeyed for the 40th anniversary celebration of the Trindad and Tobago High Commission in India in November, was an eye-opener- one that he’ll never forget. news@toronto-lime.com Mon 30 Nov 2009 12:10:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091130_aroni_awards.htm Sunday November 29, 2009, marked the 4th annual Aroni Awards and Gala. An evening filled with live performances and silent auctions, highlighted outstanding Toronto youth. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 26 Nov 2009 12:59:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091126_caribana.htm The CARIBANA committee have released the official event dates for the 2010 CARIBANA festival. The recently released scheduled does not include any new programming for the new year, but that may change in the upcoming months. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 26 Nov 2009 12:55:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091126_tc.htm Super Jigga TC released yet another C2k10 track this morning- this time though, he did it exclusively on The BOOM Champions 94.1FM's Taxi Stand with AV St. Hill, Ken and Gonzo. "The Template" will not be played on any other frequency for the duration of the official release day and according to TC, this decision was made after considering the longstanding relationship he's had with the BOOM. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 26 Nov 2009 12:55:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091125_millhouse.htm Millhouse Clothing, the Caribbean’s premier menswear label, will unveil ‘Tee Marie’ the Spring/Summer 2010 Resort collection at ‘An Entrepreneurial Symposium Style’ hosted by Senator The Honourable Hazel Manning, for the spouses of the 52 common wealth dignitaries, attending the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) on Saturday November 28. news@toronto-lime.com Mon 23 Nov 2009 11:49:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091123_marionettes.htm Everyone needs a hero. This Christmas, bpTT and the Marionettes Chorale join forces to champion the cause of The Heroes Foundation at the opening night gala of the choir's annual Christmas concert. news@toronto-lime.com Mon 23 Nov 2009 11:48:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091123_southside.htm The duo of Keston Harris (aka D' Chancellor) and Kwasi Jones (aka Kemau) collectively known as SouthSide has once again paid musical homage to their native land and its indigenous genre, Soca. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 19 Nov 2009 11:03:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091119_oceanbreeze.htm The Caribbean Recording Industry Association (C.R.I.A.) under the banner of Ocean Breeze Music Festival and Conference, will launch its first business music conference and festival in Antigua, West Indies from Friday November 12th through Sunday November 14th, 2010. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 18 Nov 2009 12:45:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091118_shelshok.htm Sheldon Shel Shok Benjamin who sadly passed away this June 09, left his 2k10 contributions behind. Curtis “General” Grant, the last male artist to be produced by Mr. $hok is on top of his game for 2k10 with a bumper groovy soca called “To the World”, exactly where both Shok and Grant vowed to take the music from the beginning of their union in the early 90’s. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 17 Nov 2009 07:15:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091117_cap.htm The Black Coalition for AIDS Prevention celebrates its 20th Anniversary of service in Toronto's Black,Caribbean and African Communities. news@toronto-lime.com Mon 16 Nov 2009 07:15:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091116_bottle_and_spoon.htm In a blessed landscape where multitudes of people meet, what we call our home and cultural mecca of music, love and appreciation, there comes a time when we need to hear powerful music in Scarborough that makes us feel reminiscent of home and the islands in the Caribbean. news@toronto-lime.com Sun 15 Nov 2009 12:09:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091115_socaawards.htm Soca Awards Organization, Inc. announced today that the 7th Annual International Soca Awards Show which was scheduled for December 4th, 2009 in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Island has been cancelled due to various unforeseen circumstances. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 11 Nov 2009 12:09:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091111_raine.htm Singing sensation Raine Seville recently returned to Jamaica after a whirlwind two weeks of promotion in New York. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 11 Nov 2009 08:19:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091111_shurwayne.htm Before you start wondering, raising eyebrows and frowning, the power soca contender you’ve been waiting for is ready, and set to take the streets by storm. The season’s upon us- yes Christmas- but so is Carnival 2010. “Lonely Road” – another SWLimited masterpiece hits www.shurwaynewinchester.com exclusively for green card members first, today- then the track takes the airwaves, mere moments after. news@toronto-lime.com Mon 9 Nov 2009 08:49:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091109_jah_cure.htm SoBe Entertainment/Danger Zone Recording artiste Jah Cure has Just returned from performing at the show dubbed ‘It’s Cure Again’ in Trinidad and Tobago. Jah Cure’s trip to Trinidad and Tobago was not without incident however, as an unscrupulous promoter made efforts to prevent him from performing news@toronto-lime.com Thu 5 Nov 2009 12:49:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091105_barbee.htm Singer, songwriter and fashion model Barbee sizzles with with her sexy new single "Feels So Good." news@toronto-lime.com Thu 5 Nov 2009 12:19:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091105_cassi.htm While soca artistes in Trinidad and Tobago come a dime a dozen, only few show their true capabilities and gather support in consecutive seasons. Cassi, the artiste who’s trod all areas of uptown and downtown, has managed to remain above the surface, despite his subtle demeanor and his calm engagement, and in 2010 he’s claiming his spot among the heavyweights. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 4 Nov 2009 12:59:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091104_serani.htm New York City's Moka Nightclub is playing no games when it comes to hosting the official album release party for dancehall star Serani. Making it a FREE event, Moka invites everyone to come celebrate this Friday, November 6, 2009 in Queens, New York. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 4 Nov 2009 10:55:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091104_mr_vegas.htm Mr. Vegas has scored another major international achievement as his hit song, Mus Come a Road is featured on the soundtrack of the best-selling game title Grand Theft Auto IV: Episodes from Liberty City. The GTA IV game has sold over 70 million copies worldwide. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 4 Nov 2009 09:27:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091104_soundclash.htm Masani Productions in association with Upfront Theatre Foundation presents the reggae musical, SOUNDCLASH. The play is an expose of Caribbean life in Canada, particularly in Toronto. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 3 Nov 2009 12:55:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091103_icebreaker_getaway.htm Toronto native, Kerry-Ann Wright has one great reason to smile and pack her bags. Ice Breaker Getaways and Toronto-Lime.com, announced Kerry-Ann as the all-inclusive vacation, contest winner. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 3 Nov 2009 12:55:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091103_tonyp.htm Tony Prescott’s on his way to India. The Trinidad soca artiste who just last month dropped his first 2010 offering, “Sailing” has been chosen by the Trinidad and Tobago High Commission to travel to the subcontinent as part of a 16 member contingent who will celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Trinidad and Tobago High Commission in India news@toronto-lime.com Mon 2 Nov 2009 10:09:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091102_mastamind_xmas4.htm Even before that mouth watering aroma of ham and cloves could tantalize your nostrils, and before the first speck of hidden dust is teased out of darkened corners, there is one Christmas tradition that truly signals it is really that time of year once again news@toronto-lime.com Mon 2 Nov 2009 10:05:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091101_ip_mas.htm ISLANDpeople Mas is yet again taking TnT Carnival to the world. On Thursday November 5th the premiere group from Trinidad and Tobago will be featured at Antilia’s third annual showcase for Trinidad’s Carnival in New York City news@toronto-lime.com Sat 31 Oct 2009 09:59:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091031_re_school_tour.htm Screams, teary eyes, and chorus like chants, greeted the lineup of musical ambassadors as they made their exit from the tour bus as it came to a halt on the compound of the Mannings High in Westmoreland recently news@toronto-lime.com Tue 27 Oct 2009 10:15:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091027_isa.htm The official voting for the 7th annual International Soca Awards (iSA) will be closed on Wednesday October 28, 2009 at 11:59 PM news@toronto-lime.com Mon 26 Oct 2009 12:28:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091026_socacize.htm Have you been feeling like a Booboolups lately? Embrace yourself and team up with SOCAcize - its time to sweat! After that first sweat you’ll feel energized to move on to the next real thing. Where do you fit? news@toronto-lime.com Mon 26 Oct 2009 10:32:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091026_shurwayne.htm Shurwayne Winchester's "Carnival Please Stay", (the track that copped the 2008 Groovy Soca Monarch) was named 'Best Soca Song' at the 2009 Sunshine Awards this past Saturday news@toronto-lime.com Fri 23 Oct 2009 12:57:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091023_isa_postponed.htm The International Soca Awards iSA 7 originally scheduled for Friday October 30th 2009, in Providenciales Turks and Caicos will be postponed until Friday December 4th, 2009. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 23 Oct 2009 12:57:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091023_re_school_tour.htm Titchfield High was the first out of town location for the latest stop on the RE School Tour, and the students welcomed it with open arms. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 23 Oct 2009 10:37:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091023_caribbean_soul_christmas.htm Christmas is the one time of year when no one minds hearing the same songs being played over and over again on the radio. In fact for many of us Christmas does not start until we hear our favourite carol being sung beautifully by either an old golden voice like Nat King Cole’s or the latest starlet doing a seasonal cd. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 23 Oct 2009 10:37:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091023_jah_cure.htm International reggae superstar and Danger Zone/SoBe Entertainment recording artiste Jah Cure is now in Europe ready to commence a multi-city tour. The tour will begin on October 22 in Switzerland and ends in Paris on November 2 with stops in Germany, Portugal and Belgium. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 23 Oct 2009 10:37:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091023_rum_and_rhythm.htm The sweet flavour of rum and the pulsating beat of island music will be on full display in Toronto during Caribbean Week in Canada’s second annual Caribbean Rum and Rhythm Festival, Friday, October 30 from 6-9pm at the Fermenting Cellar in Toronto's trendy Distillery District. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 22 Oct 2009 12:56:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091022_guardian_angel_project.htm On Wednesday November 4th 2009, Hollywood actress Meagan Good will be in attendance at Movietowne, along with actor/director Ty Hodges, artiste Maximus Dan and dozens of other local celebrities, to participate in the launch of the Guardian Angel Project and screening of the independent feature, “Miles from Home”. (A film that focuses on the troubling issues related to children living on the streets, and the trials and tribulations they have to deal with). news@toronto-lime.com Wed 21 Oct 2009 11:44:33 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091021_deal_or_no_deal.htm Ambiguous, deceptive, imponderable and illusory are just a few of the terms that can be used to more accurately describe “The Elusive Banker” of the hot new TVJ series Digicel Deal or No Deal. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 21 Oct 2009 11:44:33 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091021_deputy_woman.htm From the beginning of time Man has always sought to outsmart, outwit, and some how pull bobol on his partner, Woman. In every generation they try to come up with reasonable cause and plausible excuses to justify what can only be described as silly behaviour. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 21 Oct 2009 11:44:33 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091021_peetah.htm Morgan Heritage will not be performing in Trinidad on November 7th. This according to the band’s frontline vocalist, Peter Morgan. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 16 Oct 2009 08:28:51 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091016_shurwayne.htm Carnival come quick! That’s the shout emanating from Shurwayne Winchester’s camp in Arima, Trinidad. The band room is abuzz and on the heels of the release of the ABX rhythm last month- the production crew at SWLTD released three more tracks off the rhythm on Friday (Oct 16th). news@toronto-lime.com Wed 14 Oct 2009 11:45:20 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091014_danger_zone.htm It was at the turn of the Millennium that one man sought to change the landscape of Jamaican music with the formation of the Danger Zone Sound. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 14 Oct 2009 11:45:20 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091014_ikaya.htm Ikaya, who is by no means afraid of starting a lyrical confrontation with any artiste, male or female, says: "The song is not really, aimed at anyone one in particular, it's just an answer to some doubters who have been whispering. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 14 Oct 2009 11:45:20 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091014_bmobile_and_ipmas.htm As anticipation for next year’s festival season heats up, Island People Mas under the sponsorship of Bmobile revealed their 2010 presentation to a packed venue of Carnival enthusiasts. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 09 Oct 2009 10:32:20 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091009_vp_records.htm MORGAN HERITAGE - The Journey Thus Far . BLACK UHURU – Black Sounds Of Freedom . The Biggest Ragga Dancehall Anthems 2009 news@toronto-lime.com Fri 09 Oct 2009 09:15:20 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091009_shurwayne_in_miami.htm The 25th anniversary of the Miami carnival celebration in the U.S promises to be an experience like no other. With the fusion of both Broward and Miami - in honour of Selman Lewis and Desmond Worrell, artistes from Trinidad and Tobago will take over the scene like never before.  news@toronto-lime.com Wed 07 Oct 2009 11:46:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091007_icebreaker_getaway.htm The highly anticipated event of the year Ice Breaker Getaway 2009, hosted at Hedonism II in Negril Jamaica, has launched the ultimate vacation getaway contest.  news@toronto-lime.com Tue 06 Oct 2009 11:46:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091006_isa.htm On line voting begins today at 6 pm EST, for the 7th Annual International Soca Awards iSA 7 at www.socaawards.com.  news@toronto-lime.com Mon 05 Oct 2009 12:53:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091005_isa.htm A stellar array of artists are scheduled to hit the stage during what's being deemed "Soca Friday" in Providences, Turks and Caicos, where the 7th Annual International Soca Awards (iSA 7) is to be held October 30th, 2009. This highly anticipated award show brought to you by the Soca Awards Organization, Inc. will undoubtedly be the best iSA to date.  news@toronto-lime.com Mon 05 Oct 2009 10:43:20 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091005_icebreaker_getaway.htm Over 300 Canadians, mainly from the urban communities in the GTA are expected to be at this super adult all inclusive resort from December 3rd – 7th for 5 days and 4 nights of non-stop parties and excursions.  news@toronto-lime.com Mon 05 Oct 2009 10:42:15 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091005_tarah.htm It’s just been over one (1) year that Tarah’s focus changed dramatically to be marketed as a recording artist and already, she’s reaping benefits.  news@toronto-lime.com Mon 05 Oct 2009 10:42:15 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091005_gift_of_hope_fundraiser.htm Through an eco fashion show in Toronto, Women and Girls of the World will bring awareness and raise funds to aid the girls living on the streets of Kinshasha in the Democratic Republic of Congo.  news@toronto-lime.com Mon 05 Oct 2009 10:42:15 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091005_uk_soca_awards.htm After a few weeks of online voting, the winners of the Second Annual Soca Music Awards were presented last week in London.  news@toronto-lime.com Mon 05 Oct 2009 10:40:50 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091005_jah_cure_grammy_nomination.htm Jah Cure’s album The Universal Cure has been submitted for a 2010 Reggae Grammy nomination. The Album is part of a list of reggae albums that will be considered for a 2010 Grammy nomination.  news@toronto-lime.com Mon 05 Oct 2009 10:40:50 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091005_jah_cure.htm For the second week in a row the Sobe Entertainment / Danger Zone artiste maintains the number one spot on the New York Reggae Chart. He holds this position with the hit You’ll Never Find which is on Don Carleon’s Changes Riddim.  news@toronto-lime.com Mon 05 Oct 2009 10:40:50 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091005_deal_or_no_deal.htm So you’ve been watching at home and think you can do better than the contestants you’ve seen so far. Well can you? Do you really know what it takes to walk away with a significant amount of cash?  news@toronto-lime.com Sun 04 Oct 2009 09:45:50 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091004_st_ann_heritage_fest.htm In celebrating the birth place of the King of Reggae Music Bob Marley, Prophet Marcus Garvey, King of all deejays Shaba Ranks and Freedom Fighter Burning Spears; Blauque Muzic Company and the people of St. Ann's will be celebrating the official St. Ann's Heritage Festival 2k9.  news@toronto-lime.com Sun 04 Oct 2009 09:40:50 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/091005_truckback_records.htm XLR8R Magazine, known for "accelerating music and culture", has recognized TRUCKBACK RECORDS as part of its exclusive "Labels We Love" series. According to XLR8R, membership into the annual 'Labels We Love' club can be determined by eye-catching aesthetics or the model-for-the-future approach.  news@toronto-lime.com Tue 29 Sep 2009 12:43:20 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090929_brother_b.htm Brother B won Best International Male Artist and Best Track for ‘Little Wine’. The track ‘Little Wine’ was produced by Doggy a young producer who works alongside Jimmi King.  news@toronto-lime.com Tue 29 Sep 2009 11:57:20 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090929_kes_ima.htm Kes the Band’s latest release 'Stalker' is garnering lots of attention! The song was recently submitted to the Independent Music Awards and the band has since been selected to be one of IMA’s Spotlighted bands. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 29 Sep 2009 11:57:20 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090929_sao_nominees.htm As promised here is the eagerly anticipated official list of Honoree Recipients, Nominees and Categories for the 7th Annual International Soca Awards 2009. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 29 Sep 2009 11:57:20 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090929_jazz_and_kaiso_in_uk.htm After 6 years of sold out shows at the Lincoln Centre in New York City, PanJazz UK comes to London for the first time at the Historic prestigious Hackney Empire on Sunday 8 November 2009. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 24 Sep 2009 09:30:42 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090924_tc_patch.htm Synergy host, entertainer and promoter, Terrin Callendar aka “Super Jigga TC” teamed up with soca artist, Roger “Patch” Joseph with their 3rd release for 2010, “Bayrum” on the “Daggering Riddim”. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 23 Sep 2009 12:45:21 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090923_deal_or_no_deal.htm The streets have been a-buzz since news that one of the world’s most popular TV shows will premiere on local TV tonight. Digicel Deal or No Deal which was launched in velvet rope fashion at the Fiction Lounge in Kingston last Tuesday will premiere on TVJ at 8pm tonight. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 23 Sep 2009 12:45:21 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090923_tc.htm There was no stopping him in 2009. He was sworn to the life of a television personality but when music came along, there was no denying it. ‘Frontline,’ on Peter Copin’s Coconut Tree rhythm made him a bonafide soca artiste for Trinidad carnival this year. He rode the wave of superstardom well, alongside his partner in the business, The Boss Neil ‘Iwer’ George. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 23 Sep 2009 12:45:21 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090923_noel_howell.htm Antiguan movie director Dr. Noel Howell continues to make the headlines with his latest high impact action drama Caribbean box office movie ‘Redemption Of Paradise’, starring Macka Diamond. Dr. Howell made a recent appearance on the popular NBC TV courtroom drama, Judge Judy, to answer to a suit brought against him by Melissa Poncelet Del-Sole, a make-up artist he fired while filming ‘Redemption Of Paradise’. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 23 Sep 2009 12:45:21 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090923_history.htm The return of Canada’s incomparable History Dance is set to heat the cold chills and leave a blazing trail for the rest of the winter, as guys and gals get ready for the red carpet affair that takes over Canada the same time every year. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 23 Sep 2009 12:45:21 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090923_danglin_video.htm Music lovers can look out for the exciting music video for sexy reggae singer Danglin’s new hit single, ‘Excuse Me Miss’. Produced by Bobby Digital, the single has been getting massive airplay and fans are quite eager to get a glimpse of the music video. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 23 Sep 2009 12:45:21 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090923_plush_nightclub.htm Renaissance and Expoze Entertainment have teamed up to stage a weekly series Bizarre Fridays at the Plush Nightclub in New Kingston. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 23 Sep 2009 12:45:21 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090923_dj_shine.htm Fresh from his recent finish in the Heineken Green Synergy competition, talented mix master DJ Shine is set to bring his brand of old school brew to the latest installment of the popular Footloose party series. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 23 Sep 2009 12:45:21 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090923_dean_williams.htm “As the opening chords pierced the collective listening ear of the room, a soulful appreciative moan filled the air. The patrons easily recognised Dean Williams’ interpretation of the Boyz II Men classic, End of the Road. In one darkened corner a touched soul raised a single hand in the air, seemingly testifying to the beauty of the melody teased out by the lone guitarist.” news@toronto-lime.com Wed 23 Sep 2009 12:45:21 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090923_sean_paul.htm It's official. With almost a quarter-million records already sold outside of the United States, Sean Paul's fourth studio album, Imperial Blaze, is the dancehall superstar's biggest international debut to date. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 23 Sep 2009 12:45:21 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090923_wayne_wonder_in_tdot.htm OG Entertainment, home to Canadian Dancehall artist Razor B, announces their first concert of the fall called ‘Never Forget’ featuring veteran Reggae artist Wayne Wonder. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 23 Sep 2009 12:45:21 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090923_timeka_new_vid.htm Guyanese singing sensation Timeka Marshall is about to release her latest video for the up-tempo, club single Feel Fah featuring Busy Signal. Timeka, who rose to fame in 2006 after winning a jingle competition in her homeland, demonstrates her vocal range while sparring with Busy Signal on yet another single produced by Shane Brown of Jukeboxx Productions. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 23 Sep 2009 12:45:21 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090923__best_of_morgan_heritage.htm This finely honed modern roots identity, which has made Morgan Heritage one of Reggae’s most enduringly successful acts, is showcased throughout this greatest hits CD/DVD compilation, The Journey Thus Far in stores October 27. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 17 Sep 2009 15:21:45 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090917_grenadian_artists_nominated_at_london_music_awards.htm Grenadian artists Brother B and Freestyle King have been nominated for awards at London’s Soca Music Awards. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 17 Sep 2009 15:21:45 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090917_shurwayne_nominated_for_sunshine_award.htm Before the world knew about the band Y.O.U., Shurwayne Winchester kept the hearts and souls of Caribbean music lovers across the world, pumping with energy. He kept flags and rags waving in mid air, momentum peaked, and with his groovy melodies he wooed the ladies. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 17 Sep 2009 09:15:31 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090917_deal_or_no_deal_on_tvj.htm Jamaicans have been clamouring for top quality family oriented entertainment and now those calls have been answered. NewComm in association with some of Jamaica's most respected companies has partnered to bring the gripping, nail biting TV game show Digicel Deal or No Deal to Jamaica's number 1 TV station TVJ. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 17 Sep 2009 09:15:31 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090917_jah_cure_moving_on.htm Not only has Jah Cure been an ever present feature locally but the artiste has also cracked the US market with his recent collaboration with Jason Mraz…. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 17 Sep 2009 09:15:31 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090917_champions_in_action.htm Jamaica’s premium entertainment line-up, Champions In Action, makes its’ Canadian debut on October 10th, 2009 at Downsview Park, 40 Carl Hall Road in Toronto, Canada. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 15 Sep 2009 11:57:22 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090915_delly_ranx_new_album.htm Itation Records, which recently minted its hit-making status with a 2008 Roots Riddim Of The Year award from United Reggae for its World Go Round riddim is proud to release its first album featuring Delly Ranx on September 15th. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 15 Sep 2009 11:57:22 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090915_new_kingston.htm On Monday, September 21, 2009, NEW KINGSTON takes the stage as young leaders of the next music generation as they present a sneak preview of their highly anticipated sophomore album - In The Streets. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 15 Sep 2009 10:19:35 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090915_shurwayne_bonus_downloads.htm Shurwayne Winchester; the superstar Soca artist from Trinidad and Tobago; the leader of Y.O.U. (Yes One Unit); the award winning songwriter and producer; the Road March King, yes, that Shurwayne Winchester has some new HOTTT Soca to share with the network. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 15 Sep 2009 10:19:35 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090915_celeb_golf_tourny.htm Ocean Style Magazine has teamed with ESPN Caribbean to include a celebrity golf tournament as part of their annual 2009 Fashion Showcase to be held Saturday, October 3rd at the luxurious Half Moon Resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 15 Sep 2009 10:19:35 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090915_steele_new_cd.htm The new Cd entitled “the man, the music” will offer 17 blazing tracks from the reggae sensation. The song listing will include some of Steele’s huge hits, while fans can expect a barrage of new gripping material. news@toronto-lime.com Mon 14 Sep 2009 09:22:55 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090914_brown_sugar.htm The long anticipated finale of the sixth season finally arrived on Friday. After months of auditions, performances, and numerous memorable experiences, the 2009 Digicel Rising Stars Journey has finally come to its end as Jamaica picked the best from the west. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 10 Sep 2009 12:45:55 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090910_kevin_lyttle_single.htm Arrows Recording and Zojak Worldwide has announced the availability of Kevin Lyttle's latest single on iTunes. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 10 Sep 2009 12:45:55 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090910_delly_ranx_new_album.htm "Good Profile" by Delly Ranx was released earlier this week on iTunes and a variety of fine e-tailers world wide by Itation Records and Zojak World Wide. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 10 Sep 2009 12:45:55 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090910_rising_stars.htm From ten down to two, voters have gotten rid of the rest and left only who they thought were the best and the final performance show of the 2009 Digicel Rising Stars competition has left them with an even harder decision to make. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 9 Sep 2009 09:15:55 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090909_dreamteam_launch.htm Saturday 19th September will be more than just the beginning of a long weekend. It will also signal the start of Carnival 2010 for one of Trinidad and Tobago's most energetic Mas Bands. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 8 Sep 2009 12:48:55 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090908_miami_carnival.htm With a renewed sense of unison, the Miami Broward One Carnival host committee kicked off the 25th Anniversary Celebration of the Miami Carnival season with a spectacle of pageantry, color and fantasy displayed in this year’s incredible costumes, accompanied by the energetic sounds of calypso and soca. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 8 Sep 2009 12:42:24 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090908_nj_music_fest.htm With a dream team of international superstars that include Fabolous, Rick Ross, Buju Banton, Machel Montano, Beenie Man and rising crossover dancehall star Magazeen, the festival sets the stage to be the biggest show of the year when it goes down on Sunday, September 20, 2009. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 4 Sep 2009 12:12:11 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090904_tarrus_riley.htm Canon Recording artists Tarrus Riley, Jimmy Riley, Duane Stephenson and Dean Fraser literally ‘locked’ the city of Toronto with their show ‘Like Father Like Son’ staged at the Kool Haus Entertainment Complex. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 4 Sep 2009 12:12:11 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090904_buju_concerts_cancelled.htm All Buju Banton concerts in his United States tour promoted by AEG Live/Goldenvoice and Live Nation Inc. has been canceled after mounting pressure from gay rights groups in the United States. Although Buju Banton signed the Reggae Compassionate Act, gay rights groups are adamant that the popular reggae artist not perform. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 4 Sep 2009 12:12:11 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090904_champions_in_action.htm After yet another successful and headline-grabbing Champions in Action stage show earlier this month, that has had the media and various artist camps buzzing ever since, the monumental stage show moves on to Canada for its first-ever overseas staging. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 4 Sep 2009 12:12:11 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090904_sean_paul.htm Sean Paul might be in Switzerland, but that won't stop his fourth studio album, Imperial Blaze from continuing to blaze fire on the Billboard charts in the US. The album, his first in four years, has debuted at number 1 on the Billboard Rap Album charts, toppling the likes of Eminem, Fabolous and Twista to top the charts. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 4 Sep 2009 12:12:11 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090904_ikaya.htm Outaroad Records, the entertainment outfit that pledges to bring forward the next generation of Dancehall stars has recently signed the ultra-talented Ikaya to their roster. The artiste who at a very young age already has a wealth of experience in the music industry is poised to be dancehall’s next big thing. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 4 Sep 2009 12:12:11 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090904_outrageous_in_red.htm Upscale Crowd Entertainment gathers the king of soca in Machel Montano and the soul of dancehall in Serani for their Labor Day blowout celebration on Sunday, September 6, 2009 at the famed Roseland Ballroom in Manhattan, New York. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 2 Sep 2009 09:11:53 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090902_hd_family_revealed.htm On Wednesday, September 2, 2009, the HD Family - Patrice Roberts, Farmer Nappy, Zan and Umi Marcano - will step out from under the wings of their musical mentor to establish themselves as a force to be reckoned with, in music and beyond. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 1 Sep 2009 11:14:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090901_nadia_batson_new_release.htm From songwriter to one of the most sensational on-stage Caribbean acts, Trinidad and Tobago's Nadia Batson- the Caribbean Girl, breathes and lives music, infecting the world with hit after hit, never slowing down for fear of making the masses stop. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 1 Sep 2009 11:14:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090901_vincy_extravaganza.htm A New York base group invites all Vincentians to celebrate Labor Day Weekend with several planned events. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 26 Aug 2009 12:58:15 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090826_tnt_independence.htm The second annual Trinidad and Tobago Independence Day celebrations, hosted under the aegis of the distinguished Consul General of Trinidad and Tobago, Mr. Michael Lashley, will take place on Sunday August 30th, 2009 at Queen’s Park, Toronto commencing at 2:00 p.m. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 26 Aug 2009 09:34:15 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090826_pulse8_2010_launch.htm Awarded Trinidad and Tobago's 'Most Colorful Band' for Carnival 2009, Pulse 8 will showcase their latest offering at the upcoming bandlaunch with several new colourful sections, including Waikiki, Paradise Cove, Maui, Polynesian Luau and more. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 25 Aug 2009 11:25:15 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090825_tarrus_riley_in_motreal.htm On a large North American tour promoting his new album “CONTAGIOUS”, TARRUS RILEY will be making a stop in Montreal once again and will perform LIVE at the new TELUS Theatre (1280 St-Denis /corner Ste-Catherine) on Friday, August 28th, 2009 with his Blak Soil band, alongside DUANE STEPHENSON, and Jamaica’s highly acclaimed saxophonist, composer, artistic director, songwriter, and much more; Mr. DEAN FRASER. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 25 Aug 2009 08:05:55 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090825_harbourfront_nextsteps.htm Harbourfront Centre is excited to announce the NextSteps 09|10 line-up, another unrivalled season of globally inspired dance performances from September, 2009 through May, 2010. Entering its fourth year, NextSteps is without parallel in the city and enables Toronto’s pre-eminent dance companies the opportunity to reflect the diversity of their broad international backgrounds and influences. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 21 Aug 2009 09:44:55 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090821_amnesia_10year.htm Amnesia, one of Toronto’s most beloved monthly music events, will celebrate 10 years during, September 18-20th 2009. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 20 Aug 2009 11:12:55 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090820_nadine_sutherland.htm An internationally recognized Artiste, and acclaimed songwriter, Nadine has been blessed with many talents, dancer, media personality, not to mention her many journalistic contributions throughout local print media, make her one of Jamaica’s most formidable talents. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 20 Aug 2009 10:50:55 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090820_isa_2009.htm After Six successful years in New York 2003, 2004, 2006 and 2007, Trinidad in 2005, and St. Kitts in 2008, the 2009 event promises to be the biggest yet. The ceremony’s perspective is to showcase Soca music in its most ostentatious yet elegant and classy form, creating notice and appreciation along the way. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 20 Aug 2009 10:50:55 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090820_adrian_dutchin_finally.htm Adrian's album is packed with hit after hit like, Mr. Wuk Up, Impossible, Rum Drinkaz ft. Terry Gajraj and Hitman plus one of the biggest tunes for Crop Over 2009, For Me ft. Peter Ram. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 20 Aug 2009 10:50:55 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090820_slu_nationals_set_for_labor_day.htm Caribbean residents in New York are gearing up for one of the biggest events in the American cultural calendar - the West Indian American Day Labor Carnival to be held on Monday, September 7, 2009. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 18 Aug 2009 9:55:10 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090818_summerfest_postponed.htm The uncertainty of the weather forecast for this weekend in Miami, Florida as a result of the two hurricanes looming in the Caribbean has forced the promoter of the South Florida Summer Fest 2009 to postpone the highly-anticipated event until further notice. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 18 Aug 2009 8:55:10 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090818_2010_spicemas_schedule.htm The Grenada Cultural Foundation has announced the following schedule for next years Spicemas festival. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 18 Aug 2009 8:55:10 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090818_spicemas_results.htm Results from Grenada Carnival 2009... news@toronto-lime.com Sun 16 Aug 2009 10:52:10 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090816_ip_launch.htm ISLANDpeople Mas is creating quite a buzz around town with curiosity set on high alert about the upcoming launch of their 2k10 mas presentation ‘Kutchela’. news@toronto-lime.com Sun 16 Aug 2009 10:45:10 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090816_madd_labb_studios_free_downloads.htm MaddLabb Studios's RAWSHUS riddim has sailed to the top of the Antiguan network on ReverbNation and has attracted fans from the Caribbean region, Canada, the UK, the USA and South America. Check out the latest releases by Trinidad and Tobago's Esther "Sstar" Dyer and Atlanta's Cruzhal. news@toronto-lime.com Sun 16 Aug 2009 10:45:10 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090816_rawshus_riddim.htm RAWSHUS-ness is taking over! In the midst, of the heat and the high energy of Antigua’s Carnival season, MaddLabb Studios caused a stir with its much talked about RAWSHUS riddim. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 13 Aug 2009 12:59:15 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090813_tian_winter_doubles.htm After placing 2nd runner up and 1st runner up in Antigua’s Groovy Soca Monarch competitions in 2007 and 2008 respectively, rising soca star Tian Winter finally took the crown in 2009, whilst also taking the Jumpy Soca Monarch crown as well. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 13 Aug 2009 12:59:15 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090813_hot_sun_and_rhythm.htm “TC” recently created history in Barbados by becoming the first ever Sweet Soca Monarch of Barbados. Later on the day; if that wasn’t enough; TC created history once more by winning the 2009 Party Monarch competition. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 13 Aug 2009 12:42:15 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090813_redemption_of_paradise.htm "Redemption of Paradise," releases worldwide this September 15, 2009. With the launch planned in Jamaica for August 19, this gritty new film stars veteran dancehall reggae artist Macka Diamond. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 13 Aug 2009 12:42:15 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090813_poisonuk_launches_puk_shop.htm The music industry is about to welcome yet another entity into revolutionary world of digital music sale and distribution as leading events management company neXt Level PoisonUK, announces the launch of PUKSHOP- the newest software based online digital media store. news@toronto-lime.com Sat 8 Aug 2009 12:15:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090808_gnd_soca_monarch.htm Mr Mapp made a electrifying performance and stunned the audience with his 'movie like' presentation. At the end of the night it was a convincing victory for Mr Killa. news@toronto-lime.com Sun 2 Aug 2009 09:15:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090802_band_of_the_year_results.htm The 42nd annual CARIBANA parade got off to a late start yesterday at Canada's Exhibition Place and Lakeshore Blvd, but all the masquerade bands made it on to parade route in the end. Each band was judged based on visual impact, authenticity, creativity, mas on the move, clarity of theme, presentation and craftsmanship, and top honours went to CARNIVAL NATIONZ. news@toronto-lime.com Sat 1 Aug 2009 03:26:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090801_pan_alive_results.htm Salah's Steelpan Academay won top honors yet again at the annual Pan Alive Competition held last night at Lamport Stadium. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 31 Jul 2009 02:26:30 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090730_caribana_king_and_queen_results.htm Setting a new personal record and winning for the second year in a row, masquerader Joella Crichton won Queen of the Bands for her portrayal of 'The Source' with mas band Carnival Nationz. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 29 Jul 2009 12:52:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090729_caribana_kings_and_queens.htm On Thursday, July 30th, 2009, the Scotiabank Caribana King and Queen Competition will be held at Lamport Stadium, 1151 King Street West, Toronto. Sold out for the past two years, it starts at 7pm and ends at 12 Midnight. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 29 Jul 2009 11:50:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090729_rawshus.htm Pioneering music producers, Deejay Charlie and Hugo Augustine of MaddLabb Studios, have established a distinct brand of crossover soca music with their debut riddim, RAWSHUS. news@toronto-lime.com Sat 25 Jul 2009 12:59:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090725_glory_glory.htm What? Did I read that right? Skinny Fabulous has a NEW song? You better believe it!. news@toronto-lime.com Sat 25 Jul 2009 10:44:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090725_rhythm+.htm A New Phenomenon, RHYTHM+ takes it’s fresh, unique form of Afrolypso music to Heritage Square in Ontario Place for three days beginning Saturday August 1st. to Monday August 3rd. news@toronto-lime.com Sat 25 Jul 2009 10:44:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090725_brother_b_2nd_album.htm Soca and Reggae singer Brother B, launched his second album in his home country of Grenada last weekend. news@toronto-lime.com Sat 25 Jul 2009 10:44:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090724_poison_uk.htm Leading events management company neXt Level PoisonUK, are set to continue their dominance as leaders of the yet ‘undiscovered’ Soca music scene and Caribbean music industry here in London across Europe with the staging of their biggest concert to date- ENERGY: The Carnival Concert. news@toronto-lime.com Sat 25 Jul 2009 10:44:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090725_grenada_soca_monarch_finalists.htm The fifteen finalist set to compete in the Grenada Soca Monarch finals were announced by the Grenada Cultural Foundation after last nights semi-final round. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 24 Jul 2009 12:15:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090724_caribana_lime_moved.htm Scotiabank Caribana event organizers and Ontario Place have teamed up to bring ‘De Scotiabank Caribana Lime’ island event to Toronto’s waterfront playground. On Sunday August 2nd, the Ontario Place grounds will come alive with a celebration of Caribbean song, dance, theatrical drama and story telling. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 24 Jul 2009 12:15:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090724_caribana_junior_results.htm Over 1600 mini-masqueraders took to the streets over the weekend at the Scotiabank Caribana/Yorkgate Mall Junior Carnival, according to the event producer, Greta Best. At the end of the day, Marlon Singh's band 'CALLALOO', garnered bragging rights as the 2009 'Junior Band of the Year'. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 24 Jul 2009 11:45:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090724_urbanology.htm Urbanology Magazine has launched a new ad campaign called Content That Matters, to commemorate this milestone anniversary and celebrate its ability to deliver worthwhile and relevant content to its readers for the past five year. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 23 Jul 2009 07:55:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/090724_jamaica_day.htm Now in it’s 19th year of celebration, Toronto readies for Jamaica Day! Taking place on Saturday July 25th, 2009 at Downsview park located at 35 Carl Hall Road, headlining acts for this years’ celebrations are Beres Hammond, Percy Sledge, Culture, Nadine Sutherland, Blaxx and Professor Nuts. Also included on the bill are Barbee and Terri Salmon. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 23 Jul 2009 07:30:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090723_slu_results.htm Red Unlimited on the road Carnival Tuesday in Castries, St Lucia. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 23 Jul 2009 07:30:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090723_slu_road_march.htm Ricky T continues to dominate by scoring his forth consecutive St Lucia Road March title. The announcement of the Road March results yesterday in Castries earned the Lucian Soca Star a historic forth consecutive Road March win, plus a second consecutive Triple Crown. news@toronto-lime.com Mon 20 Jul 2009 09:30:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090720_toronto_calypso_monarch.htm In partnership with Western Union and CHRY the Organization of Calypso Performing Artists (OCPA) held the highly anticipated Kaiso 365 - Calypso Monarch Finals. news@toronto-lime.com Mon 20 Jul 2009 09:30:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090720_ricky_t_is_carib_soca_monarch.htm Defending Caribbean Soca Monarch King Ricky T claimed the crown again with his track “Like a Jumbie” on the V12 Riddim news@toronto-lime.com Tue 14 Jul 2009 12:30:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090714_tricia_edwards.htm Miss Toronto 2009 Trician Edwards will gracefully demonstrate that there is more to pageants than just external beauty when she competes for the national title of Miss Canada Globe 2009 on August 23, 2009 at the Leah Posluns Theatre. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 14 Jul 2009 12:30:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090714_relationships_riddim.htm Arif 'SupaCoop' Cooper is at it again with another one of his righteous, laid back reggae rhythm. The Relationships Rhythm, SupaCoop’s latest release is the reggae follow up to the widely popular Guardian Angel Riddim released only a few years ago. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 14 Jul 2009 07:30:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090714_cecile_and_shurwayne.htm Wondering what she’s coming for, are you? Well, in yet another wicked fusion of soca and dancehall, Shurwayne Winchester’s teamed up with the Jamaican singer in a remix of his track, ‘Rough Wine.’ news@toronto-lime.com Tue 14 Jul 2009 07:30:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090714_redemption_of_paradise.htm Director Noel ‘Doc’ Howell’s latest movie ‘Redemption Of Paradise’ promises to be an exciting thriller to hit the big screens across the Caribbean this summer. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 14 Jul 2009 07:30:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090714_rmaa_awards.htm The following is official list of 24 award winners announced by the RMAA for 2009 in recognition of the outstanding reggae talent in Canada. news@toronto-lime.com Mon 13 Jul 2009 12:30:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090713_tdot_calypso_monarch.htm Reigning Canadian Calypso Monarch “Macomere Fifi” will attempt to defend her crown this coming Saturday at Kaiso 365 (2009 Calypso Monarch Finals), appearing in the lucky number 7 spot. news@toronto-lime.com Sun 12 Jul 2009 08:10:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090712_shurwayne_murdah.htm In the prelude, the masses are being equipped with a teaser, in the form of 'Murdah', a Shurwayne Winchester track that has already taken Barbados by storm. In this, the release of the upbeat, sexually enticing, winer friendly rhythm, Winchester offers the vocals while Bajan Producer, Dwain ‘Dwaingerous’ Antrobus offers the beats that enforce and allows for a great final product. news@toronto-lime.com Sun 12 Jul 2009 08:10:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090712_new_kes_release.htm Looking for the jam of the summer? Check out the smoking new release, 'That Feeling', a phenomenal track that features the smooth sounds of Trinidad sensation KES, and dizzying rhymes by Aftermath recording artist, Bishop Lamont. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 9 Jul 2009 10:30:24 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090709_problem_wins_svg_roadmarch.htm After a disappointing third place finish at Saturdays Soca Monarch final, Problem Child got the nod from the masses on the road for Monday and Tuesday to be named Road March King 2009. news@toronto-lime.com Sun 5 Jul 2009 9:34:24 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090705_skinny_wins_svg_soca_monarch.htm For the second year in a row Skinny Fabulous (Gamal Doyle) is king of the music world in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. news@toronto-lime.com Sat 4 Jul 2009 11:45:24 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090704_miss_carival.htm Out classing eight other beauties and grabbing two of the four judged categories, 2009 representative from The Spice Isle Grenada Asheida Charles went on to be crowned this year’s edition of Miss Carival. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 30 Jun 2009 07:24:24 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090630_tarah.htm As the Crop Over season for 2k9 gets into high gear, one name that is being mentioned on the lips of persons in the music industry is Tarah Holdipp and the major improvement she is making as a performing artist. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 26 Jun 2009 10:15:45 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090626_queen_ifrica_new_album.htm The anticipation, the crave and the suspense is finally over. The musical empress, Queen Ifrica, has finally released her eagerly awaited debut album, ‘Montego Bay’, appropriately named after the community from which she hails. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 26 Jun 2009 10:15:45 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090626_truckback_releases.htm Rocky Gibbs Music and Zojak World Wide, the leader in digital distribution of reggae music, bring classic roots and dancehall music to reggae and music fans on two classic albums. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 26 Jun 2009 10:15:45 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090626_digicel_rising_stars.htm The first performance show in season six of the most popular television show in Jamaica’s history will hit television screens this Sunday, on TVJ at 8:00pm. With eight of the 15 finalists Jamaica chose to wow them with soulful singing and powerful performances set to debut on the big stage; Digicel Risings Stars 2009 is a must see. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 26 Jun 2009 10:15:45 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090626_sparkplug_riddim.htm Truckback Records released its latest dancehall riddim to radio and media worldwide this week. Featuring the hottest names in the business from Beenie Man, to Mr. Vegas, Elephant Man to Erup as well as newcomers Shaq The MC, Deh Deh and Gargamel recording artist New Kidz, the Sparkplug Riddim is full of the energetic grooves Jamaica's relentless creativity is known for. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 26 Jun 2009 10:15:45 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090626_trixx.htm One of Toronto’s hottest up and coming stand up comics, TRIXX, gets ready to hit the stage in his first one-man show, Mistrial, on Thursday July 23rd at The St. Lawrence Centre. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 26 Jun 2009 10:15:45 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090626_barbee.htm Soulful songbird Barbee has been jetting all over the US, delivering captivating performances from coast to coast, leaving her audience spellbound. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 26 Jun 2009 10:15:45 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090626_shurwayne_reacts_to_mj_passing.htm The icon’s passing has left a void in the industry that many agree, will never be filled. One such believer is Trinidad and Tobago Soca artist, Shurwayne Winchester, whose immediate reaction to the news, was that of disbelief and utter grief. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 26 Jun 2009 10:15:45 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090626_caribana_gala_tix_on_sale.htm Tickets are now available for the second annual Scotiabank Caribana Gala and dance. This high-end event features “Carnival Music and Artistry” and is an evening to honour the works of the pioneers of the Caribana Festival. news@toronto-lime.com Mon 22 Jun 2009 11:47:36 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090622_ttfashionista.htm The internet based women’s fashion powerhouse known as TTFashionista continues on its mission to provide the trendy women of Trinidad and Tobago with affordable clothing and accessories direct from New York City and has been able to expand its range of clients to include members of the entertainment fraternity. news@toronto-lime.com Mon 22 Jun 2009 11:47:36 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090622_sao_honorees.htm The Honorees for the seventh International Soca Awards have been released along with the website launch of www.socaawards.com. The soca music art form can be accredited for producing queens and princesses that have constantly knocked down the barriers that were threatening to be a male dominating industry. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 18 Jun 2009 10:15:55 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090618_peter_ram_collabs_with_jadine.htm Veteran soca artiste Peter Ram is set to record a collaboration with songstress Jadine. Jadine, who hails from Montserrat, started her career as a songstress in 2003, and has quickly become one of the fastest rising stars in soca earning her two separate nominations as Best New Female Soca Artist in 2005 and again in 2008 for Best Groovy Soca Collaboration with Vincy soca artist Problem Child by the Soca Awards Committee. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 18 Jun 2009 10:15:55 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090618_timeka_marshall.htm Another Pyramid Entertainment artiste has signed an endorsement deal with the eyewear and apparel giant Oakley. Guyanese born, Timeka Marshall is the company's latest signing. Following on the huge success of her latest singles "All Night" and "Hush" Timeka has been creating quite a stir in the music industry as one of the Caribbean's rising female stars. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 18 Jun 2009 10:15:55 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090618_saw_and_dangel.htm Digicel, Jamaica’s Bigger, Better Network is once again set to be one of the main sponsors for this year’s staging of Reggae Sumfest, the highly anticipated week-long reggae music festival, to be held July 23-25 in Montego Bay. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 17 Jun 2009 11:21:45 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090617_ghetto_and_jb_mmva.htm Soca artist Ghetto Flex has been recognized for his collaboration with Hip-Hop’s “JB” for the video “Move Your Body”. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 17 Jun 2009 11:21:45 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090617_sweetness_riddim.htm Radio’s prime time spots and disc jocks have been showing much love to the House of Hits produced Sweetness rhythm that has been churning out favourites after favourites. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 17 Jun 2009 11:21:45 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090617_universal_cure_number1.htm ‘The Universal Cure’, Jah Cure’s first recorded album since his release from prison, has been topping local and international charts. Currently ‘The Universal Cure’ is number one on the New York and South Florida charts and is steadily climbing to the top of the Jamaica Music Countdown charts. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 16 Jun 2009 10:50:31 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090616_you_music_vid.htm Smack in the center of the summer, one of the year’s hottest music videos will be released and will make its way into the homes of thousands, if not millions around the Caribbean and the world. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 16 Jun 2009 10:50:31 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090616_kittitian_wild.htm King Socrates of Legends Entertainment will launch the first ever Kittitian Wild Summer Jam, Saturday June 27, 2009 at Rocky s Bar and Grill at Bird Rock Beach Hotel, in St Kitts from 12pm to 6pm. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 16 Jun 2009 10:50:31 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090616_lockdown_at_fringe.htm This July, CaribbeanTales in association with Leda Serene Films will stage the world premiere of award-winning director Frances-Anne Solomon s new theatrical production Lockdown, brought to audiences for the first time ever at the 2009 Toronto Fringe Festival (July 1st to 12th). news@toronto-lime.com Fri 12 Jun 2009 08:47:35 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090612_baijie_video.htm Truckback Records announce today that Baijie's music video for his roots and culture hit, "That's Life" will debut on Video Alley Reggae Top 10 television program with Suzie Q in Jamaica and New York City this Saturday, June 13th. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 12 Jun 2009 08:35:47 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090612_soca_awards_lucky_seven.htm Deemed Lucky Seven, the Soca Awards Organization Inc. (SAO) has found a befitting title for its seventh annual International Soca Awards (iSA) ceremony. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 12 Jun 2009 08:25:22 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090612_erup_video_debut.htm Truckback Records' music video for the breakthrough Billboard charting song "Click My Finger" by Erup has been picked up by VH1 Soul. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 10 Jun 2009 12:22:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090610_ja_outlook_forum.htm Jamaica National Building Society Toronto Representative Office announced today the staging in Toronto of JN Outlook for the Future Forum on the Jamaican economy. The Honorable Audley Shaw, Minister of Finance and the Public Service of Jamaica, will headline the list of speakers under the theme, "The Economic Imperatives for Jamaica 2009". news@toronto-lime.com Wed 10 Jun 2009 12:22:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090610_shelshok_dies.htm Influential, talented and highly respected producer Sheldon ‘Shel Shok’ Benjamin has died from a rare form of cancer, Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma which attacks the lymph nodes. Shel Shok had worked with top talent in the music business including Machel Montano, Alison Hinds, Destra Garcia and even General Grant. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 10 Jun 2009 12:22:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090610_six_flags.htm Six Flags Inc., the world's largest regional theme park company, and Caribbean arts- and education-based non-profit CCB International, are celebrating the sights, sounds, and tastes of the Caribbean by launching the Caribbean Summer Concert Series on June 20th in honor of Caribbean-American Heritage Month. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 10 Jun 2009 12:22:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090610_cocopalm.htm Bargain travel deals to the Caribbean and beyond for the summer and fall are unlikely to be repeated for a very long time, says Feolla Chastanet, a leading hotel executive on the island of St. Lucia. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 10 Jun 2009 12:22:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090610_rising_stars.htm It was a lengthy campaign for Betsy ‘Brown Sugar’ Campbell to get one of the three spots up for grabs from the Top Ten from Montego Bay. However, she says it was well worth it. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 10 Jun 2009 12:22:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090610_major_riddim.htm The Vibrant, new Caribbean music riddim has been unleashed to music fans globally, displaying the talents of dynamic artistes representing different islands in the region. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 10 Jun 2009 12:22:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090610_yendi_grows.htm Yendi Phillipps is, without a doubt, beauty with a purpose, and not only because she claimed that award in the 2007 Miss World competition in China. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 5 Jun 2009 11:45:54 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090605_nas_damien_at_sumfest.htm Music lovers will be treated to a special performance come Saturday, July 25, when both reggae royalty Damian ‘Jnr Gong' Marley and rap luminary Nas take the stage together for International Night II at Reggae Sumfest. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 5 Jun 2009 11:45:54 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090605_radio_city_welcomes_machel.htm Internationally acclaimed soca king Machel Montano continues his quest of channeling Caribbean music worldwide when he hits the stage at the prestigious New York City landmark venue, Radio City Music Hall. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 5 Jun 2009 11:45:54 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090605_barbados_charity_ball.htm The 6th annual Barbados Charity Ball will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2009, under the distinguished patronage of the Government of Barbados, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 255 Front Street West, Toronto beginning at 6 p.m. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 5 Jun 2009 11:45:54 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090605_krystal_khayne.htm With an active and unbounded imagination, coupled with her vocal ability, she used music as a means to transport herself into her own special world. Krystal sang whenever she was sad, happy or excited. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 3 Jun 2009 11:57:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090604_jester_is_soca_dj_of_the_year.htm Popular Toronto based DJ, known best for his versatilty in all genres of music, affirmed his ability to the Soca world on Monday night. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 3 Jun 2009 11:57:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090604_ctff_industry_series.htm Celebrating its fourth anniversary, the Caribbean Tales Film Festival this year presents the CaribbeanTales Industry Development Program (CTIDP), an initiative that offers industry activities such as training workshops, roundtable sessions, and panel discussions on film practice, business development and marketing, and storytelling. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 3 Jun 2009 11:57:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090604_jasmine_sullivan_for_sumfest.htm RnB sensation Jazmine Sullivan will be rocking the Sumfest stage come Friday, July 24 when Summerfest Productions takes over Catherine Hall in Montego Bay for the 17th staging of the ‘Greatest Reggae Show on Earth', Reggae Sumfest. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 3 Jun 2009 11:57:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090604_island_soul_2k9.htm This year's festival begins with a mighty display of Calypsonian skill, when The Mighty Shadow graces the SIRIUS Satellite Radio Stage (July 31, 9:30 pm). news@toronto-lime.com Wed 3 Jun 2009 11:57:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090604_digicel_styleweek.htm When telecommunications giant Digicel wanted to create a fashion line that embodied the lifestyle of the cutting edge company, they spoke to the creative genius that is Dexter 3D Pottinger to design a line incorporating the company’s signature colour, technology, and brisk cutting-edge style. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 3 Jun 2009 11:57:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090604_fashion_block.htm Fashion Block 2009 was once again the talk of the town as patrons stood dazzled with designer pieces on the Caribbean’s longest fashion runway, Saint International’s signature 130ft runway on Sunday, May 31. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 3 Jun 2009 11:57:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090604_nadine_sutherland.htm Over the last six years, she’s become known as the ‘nice’ and lone female judge on the most successful television series in the history of Jamaican television... news@toronto-lime.com Wed 3 Jun 2009 11:57:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090604_ms_creole_canada.htm During the internationally recognized Creole month of October, Caribbean Star Power Entertainment and TalentBank Canada will present the First Annual Miss Creole Canada Pageant, at La Villa Ballroom, Toronto, Ontario. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 3 Jun 2009 11:57:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090604_brother_b_in_london.htm Brother B performed for the first time in London for the Launch of Grenada Carnival last weekend. This event was held by Grenada’s Minister of Culture at a venue in Southall, UK on the 23rd May 2009. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 3 Jun 2009 11:57:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090604_serani_canada_tour.htm The Alliance, Ultimate Entertainment and Chris Hines Ent are happy to announce that Dancehall’s international rising star Serani will be embarking on a 9 city Canadian tour that will kick off on Tuesday June 23rd in Montreal, Quebec and will travel from coast to coast ending in Calgary, Alberta on July 3rd. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 3 Jun 2009 11:57:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090604_st_kitts_music_fest.htm If you are looking for a uniquely Caribbean experience, the annual St. Kitts Music Festival is a one-of-a-kind event that has grown naturally out of the island’s deep-rooted musical heritage, and genuine hospitality traditions. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 3 Jun 2009 11:57:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090604_botb.htm If you loved dancehall, rap, reggae, RnB, soca, hip-hop, sunshine or rain, Best of the Best 2009 delivered. The third staging of the Best of the Best International Music Festival went down as promised on Sunday, May 24th in Bicentennial Park in Miami, Florida, and attracted the ultimate mix of local and international fans and media, all of whom braved the wet weather and slippery grounds to enjoy the show. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 3 Jun 2009 11:57:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090604_synnnah.htm Grenadian Soca artist Synnnah (sin nah) has signed a licensing agreement with the Texas based record label ISV entertainment. Under terms of the agreement, The Company will release recordings from the artist as well as seek licensing for media outlets including feature films, television shows, video games, movie trailers, ringtones and advertising commercials. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 28 May 2009 09:55:45 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090528_sophia_brown.htm Beautiful, Talented and extremely passionate about music would be the best way to describe the 5ft 3 dynamo vocalist Sophia Brown. Her debut album "The Spotlight" was released in April 2009. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 28 May 2009 09:55:45 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090528_stylus_awards.htm The Stylus Group returns with the 2009 Stylus DJ Awards. Once again, Stylus will unify DJs and the most influential players in urban and club culture from across the country for an evening of recognition and celebration honouring some of Canada’s biggest DJs and artists. Sold out for the past three years, this award show has quickly become the must-attend event of the year. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 28 May 2009 09:55:45 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090528_vi_fashion_week.htm Atlanta, Georgia was chosen as the host for the Virgin Islands Fashion Week promotion taking place May 25th thru May 30th, 2009. The promotional event serves as a teaser for the island’s most commanded designers and showcases the best runway talent from the Atlanta area. news@toronto-lime.com Mon 25 May 2009 12:59:15 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090525_allspice.htm Heavily touted as CARIBANA's best new mas band, All Spice Carnival dazzled spectators at their debut launch over the weekend. news@toronto-lime.com Mon 25 May 2009 12:18:12 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090525_camp_jumoke.htm On Saturday, May 30th, 2009 Camp Jumoke will celebrate its 15th Anniversary Turtle Walk-a-thon, a fundraising initiative for children living with the Sickle Cell Disease at Nathan Philip Square. For fifteen years the not-for-profit organization has raised funds for children living with the Sickle Cell Disease to attend two weeks of summer camp. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 21 May 2009 10:59:22 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090521_rupee_in_nyc.htm Soca star Rupee is ready for his highly-anticipated return to New York City this Memorial weekend. Currently performing in the U.S. with recent shows in Texas and Florida, the Bajan export now heads to Mangoville in Queens, New York on Saturday, May 23, 2009. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 21 May 2009 10:58:35 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090521_ttfashionista.htm TTFashionista, an online women’s clothing boutique has embarked upon a journey dedicated to bringing high quality, affordable clothing and accessories options combined with personal shopping and stylist services to fashion-conscious Trinibagonian women in a hassle free environment. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 20 May 2009 06:21:15 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090520_dc_carni.htm DCCC Inc. has announced its official schedule and entertainment line-up for the 17th Annual DC Caribbean Carnival taking place June 20th to June 28th. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 19 May 2009 12:08:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090519_xpats_launch.htm Popular group Xpats from the Saldenah Mas-K Club revealed their 2009 CARIBANA costumes over the weekend at the Meadowvale Community Centre in Mississauga. On-lookers were treated to a group of eight beauties clad in glittering green costumes certain to turn heads along the Lakeshore come CARIBANA weekend. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 19 May 2009 10:20:45 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090519_best_of_the_best.htm Memorial Day weekend in Miami is touted as being even bigger than Superbowl weekend. From sunrise to sunset, the steamy action and activity-filled hot spot has become the nation's top destination for this holiday weekend. And BEST OF THE BEST, the superbowl of concert events, is just another reason why. The 10 hours of non-stop performances will take place this Sunday, May 24 at Bicentennial Park in Miami, Florida. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 19 May 2009 08:21:03 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090519_miami_broward.htm After six years of having two Caribbean Carnivals on the same day in South Florida, both Miami Carnival Inc. and Broward Caribbean Carnival Inc. have signed an agreement to implement the One Carnival Host Committee Initiative. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 19 May 2009 08:21:03 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090518_ocpa_in_oshawa.htm Oshawa’s Club Carib and the Organization of Calypso Performing Artistes (OCPA) will kick off the 2009 summer season with a Calypso Showcase and Brunch at the Caribbean Cultural Centre, 600 Wentworth St. East in Oshawa. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 19 May 2009 08:21:03 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090519_timeka_new_vid.htm Fast rising reggae RnB talent Timeka Marshall recently premiered the video for her single "Hush" on Jamaican-based cable station Hype TV. "My goodness, I'm so excited about it," the young songstress said. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 15 May 2009 11:11:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090515_historical_concert_in_toronto.htm Trinidad and Tobago’s royal family of soca is gearing up to end their 3-month performance hiatus this week, thanks to Dr. Jay de Soca Prince, Soca Therapy and KOS Entertainment. news@toronto-lime.com Sun 10 May 2009 08:21:03 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090510_kes_rocks_ascap.htm Kes was one of 8 acts selected to perform at the ASCAP Showcase that took place at the renowned Renaissance Hotel, in Hollywood on Friday 24th April. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 8 May 2009 08:12:42 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090510_irawma.htm Rainy weather and cold temps did not put a damper on the 28th Annual International Reggae and World Music Awards, which took place at the state-of-the-art York College Performing Arts Center in Queens, New York on Sunday, May 3, 2009. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 28 Apr 2009 12:41:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090428_toronto_circus_festival.htm HarbourKIDS: Impact! celebrates all the ways kids can make an impact on the world around them. This action-packed weekend of non-stop fun showcases all kinds of cool stuff for kids to explore, see and do, including the death-defying feats of the Toronto International Circus Festival, co-produced with Zero Gravity Circus. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 28 Apr 2009 12:41:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090428_ras_penco.htm Reggae artist Ras Penco scores his first number one hit in Jamaica with the romantic ballad, "Thousand Miles," a poignant promise mimicking his life as a traveling musician far and wide, who vows to never break his loyalty to his true love. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 28 Apr 2009 12:41:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090428_irawma_countdown_to_awards.htm Fans and musicians alike head to New York City this week, to admire and hopefully cop a shiny statuette at the 28th Annual International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA). news@toronto-lime.com Mon 27 Apr 2009 11:20:45 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090427_cameal_davis_new_video.htm Last Friday, Television Jamaica’s Entertainment Report premiered Cameal Davis’ debut video for her single Believe... news@toronto-lime.com Mon 27 Apr 2009 11:20:45 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090427_hats_off_to_tonyp.htm The sounds emanating from the lips of detractors, simmered and settled on April 16th, 2009, when, like a true emblem of local ambassadorial strength, Tony Prescott, walked onto the stage of Brian McFarlane’s Summit of the America’s presentation. news@toronto-lime.com Mon 27 Apr 2009 11:20:45 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090427_millhouse_at_cfa.htm Millhouse Clothing, the Caribbean’s premier menswear label, captured their first Caribbean Fashion Award in the category, ‘Caribbean Fashion Designer Male 2009’ award on Saturday 11th April 2009 at the Barbados Hilton. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 22 Apr 2009 08:45:22 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090422_bacchanal_went_hollywood.htm Bacchanal 2009 in association with Digicel came to a colourful end on Sunday when droves of Jamaicans from all walks of life came out to participate and watch what was a tremendous spectacle. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 22 Apr 2009 08:44:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090422_nerves_hit_magnum_kings_and_queens.htm Last week’s (April 11) Magnum Kings and Queens of Dancehall show was a true depiction of the difficulty associated with making it in the dancehall world as several of the nights favourites stumbled on their lyrics. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 22 Apr 2009 08:18:53 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090422_toronto_fashion_designers.htm Stylists and fashion designers are on a mission to capture the true essence of style. The Soul of Fashion , in conjunction with Touch International Entertainment, have created a fashion experience that inspires, educates and tantalizes fashionistas from all angles of the catwalk. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 22 Apr 2009 08:17:13 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090422_irawma_lineup.htm The 28th Annual International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA) returns to the Big Apple on Sunday, May 3, 2009. The ceremony will host the top names in reggae, soca and world music at its new venue at the York College Performing Arts Center in Queens, New York. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 22 Apr 2009 08:16:29 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090422_delus_gives_true_love.htm A new star is born with Delus, a versatile singer and deejay, with a growing passion to fulfill a lasting musical career. He hails from the volatile inner-city community of Sherlock in Kingston, Jamaica, home to dancehall icon, Baby Cham, and last year's breakout star, Konshens - his biological brother and fellow member of the duo, Sojah. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 22 Apr 2009 08:12:54 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090422_jovi_ready_to_rock.htm Jamaican star Jovi Rockwell is back and ready to rock the masses. Scoring her first major record deal last March with Epic Records, Rockwell has won a coveted prize that most Caribbean artists aspire to but few attain. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 22 Apr 2009 08:10:22 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090422_amani_to_perform_in_trinidad.htm Anne-Marie Woods aka Amani (The Contemporary Blues Poet) will be one of the featured female artists in the Women of de Oral Tradition Showcase in Trinidad on Sunday May 3rd, 2009 as part of the 20th Anniversary of Rapso Fest. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 22 Apr 2009 08:10:22 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090422_best_of_the_best_concert.htm The Best of the Best International Music Festival is back and this year, its promise of being "the best of the best" delivers yet again. The premier concert event in North America returns on Sunday, May 24, much to the delight of fans, many of whom make Miami their destination on Memorial Day weekend each year, to savor the best in Caribbean entertainment, and in mainstream urban entertainment as well. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 17 Apr 2009 10:41:32 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090417_digicel_rising_stars_first_stop.htm In 2008 over 5000 prospective stars turned out for the auditions and this year is expected to be no different. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 17 Apr 2009 10:37:32 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090417_daville_8th_number1.htm The romantic ballad Missing You Right Now has become the eighth number one single for singer Da’Ville. The track has taken over pole position on several reggae charts in Jamaica and overseas. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 17 Apr 2009 10:34:01 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090417_slu_jazz_set.htm St. Lucian hotelier Feolla Chastanet is hopeful the 2009 Jazz festival, slated from May 2 to 10, will be a big draw for the traveling public with British Grammy-winning stars Amy Winehouse and Estelle recently added to a stellar line-up of musical greats, including Patti LaBelle, Chaka Khan, James Ingram and Bebe Winans. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 16 Apr 2009 12:45:55 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090416_destra_and_blaxx_for_bacchanal_jouvert.htm With carnival just around the bend, socaphiles get one more chance to jump up before the big day with Bacchanal J’ouvert. Jamaica’s large street party brings together a cross-section of soca lovers jamming through Kingston in the wee hours of the morning covered in paint. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 15 Apr 2009 10:35:22 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090415_bacchanal_jamaica_ready.htm The countdown is on as BACCHANAL JAMAICA has already turned up the tempo with its hit events “Moulin Rouge”, "Bacchanal Blocko" and "Beach J’ouvert". The fun continues today at Lime Cay with "Soca At De Sandbar" and then on Friday it's "Bacchanal J'Ouvert" before preparations begin on Saturday for the climax of Bacchanal Roadmarch which will be taking place on the streets of Kingston on Sunday April 19th. news@toronto-lime.com Sun 12 Apr 2009 20:34:58 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090412_bacchanal_jamaica_360.htm Still hot off covering Trinidad Carnival 2K9, the TORONTO-LIME.com Carnival 360° team will touch down in Jamaica this week to shoot video coverage of Kingston’s Bacchanal Jamaica Carnival. news@toronto-lime.com Sat 11 Apr 2009 11:25:12 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090411_summit_sensation.htm The Tourism Development Company (TDC) in conjunction with Pan Trinbago will be hosting the "Summit Sensations", a special edition of the popular Panyard Sensations series. The three night concerts are being staged with delegates and other persons to the Fifth Summit of the Americas in mind. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 10 Apr 2009 11:21:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090411_summit_village.htm For one week, the Waterfront on Wrightson Road in Port of Spain will come alive with a potpourri of activities, which will form part of the Summit Village for the Fifth Summit of the Americas 2009. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 10 Apr 2009 07:25:47 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090410_cafe_au_lait.htm Trinidadian author, Liane Spicer, wants her readers to feel optimistic about love and relationships. By bringing the pretty professional Shari Zamore and the stubborn and sexy Michael Chancery together in Café Au Lait, she skilfully combines the beauty of her native country, with the enchantment of love. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 10 Apr 2009 07:18:43 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090410_bacchanal_jamaica_ready.htm Coming off last Friday’s ‘Moulin Rouge’ fete at the Mas Camp, Bacchanal Jamaica is showing no signs of slowing down before the big road march on Sunday April 19. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 10 Apr 2009 07:17:32 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090410_click_my_finger_video_release.htm Truckback Records has announced the heavily anticipated release of the music video for the breakthrough song "Click My Finger" by Erup. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 10 Apr 2009 07:15:45 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090410_stylus_awards_nominees.htm Canadian based organization created to support, develop, recognize and award the Canadian DJ Industry has announced their nominee listing for the 2009 Stylus DJ Awards, presented by Marc Ecko Watches. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 10 Apr 2009 07:05:22 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090410_around_the_world_in_69_days.htm Harbourfront Centre takes audiences on a free world tour in just 69 days this summer with 10 World Routes weekend festivals, from Canada Day through Labour Day. news@toronto-lime.com Fri 10 Apr 2009 07:05:22 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090410_retv_school_tour.htm The main performers and guest artistes on the RETV High School Tour, reinforced the Abstinence Mek Sense theme to the students at Mona High recently. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 8 Apr 2009 12:55:15 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090408_digicel_rising_stars_2009.htm ...all systems are go for the most popular show in the history of Jamaican television to start rolling cameras in search of Jamaica’s next Rising Star. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 8 Apr 2009 12:49:10 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090408_miss_grenada_uk.htm For 2010 Greenz UK and Nutmeg Promotions will be embarking upon an exciting project with the introduction of the first annual Miss Grenada UK competition, which has been developed to help build, recognise and establish young women of Grenadian parentage in the U. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 8 Apr 2009 9:15:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090408_teery_linen_new_album.htm Wednesday, April 15 will mark the release date of one of the most anticipated albums to be released in a long time, ‘A Better Man’ by crooner Terry Linen. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 7 Apr 2009 12:55:12 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090407_timeka_marshall_on_the_rise.htm Guyanese beauty Timeka Marshall looks set to become the country's first female star with the rising popularity of her latest single "All Night". news@toronto-lime.com Tue 7 Apr 2009 12:51:22 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090407_sheriff_debuts_in_tdot.htm Making his Toronto debut at La Villa Ballroom in North York was an up-and-coming prince: St. Lucia’s newest multi-talented singer/songwriter, Sheffield Joseph, aka “The Sheriff.”. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 7 Apr 2009 12:48:42 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090407_reelworld_film_festival.htm The ReelWorld Film Festival is Toronto’s film festival that celebrates diversity in film, video, and new media from Canada and across the globe. Now in its ninth year, the RWFF runs over 5 days screening an extraordinary array of features, shorts, documentaries, music videos and animations. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 7 Apr 2009 12:45:57 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090407_beenie_man_knockout_knight.htm Beenie man will perform with Canadian talent at the “Knock Out Knight” concert. The event is organized by artist Tuji “2G” Sanusi, and will take place a day after his official music video shoot for his track “Pleasure By Invitation”, featuring Reggae’s superstar Beenie Man, and also featuring rapper Chris S., on April 18th. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 7 Apr 2009 12:31:35 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090407_samba_squad.htm SAMBA SQUAD, Toronto’s most loved percussion posse, celebrates its 10th anniversary with an exhilarating percussive explosion at the Phoenix Concert Theatre on Friday, May 22. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 7 Apr 2009 12:30:40 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090407_buju_rasta_got_soul_release.htm Recorded over a seven year period at Buju's own Gargamel Music studio, the long-awaited project is finally set for physical and digital release in the United States and Canada. news@toronto-lime.com Tue 7 Apr 2009 12:21:34 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090407_lil_rick_on_world_music_catalog.htm Lil Rick's track "Girls Gone Wild" will be appearing in a 2009 promotional compilation created for the Conference of Culture and Creation and Development Factors in Brussels this year. news@toronto-lime.com Sun 5 Apr 2009 12:58:34 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090405_cafe_au_lait.htm Cafe au Lait, the debut novel by Trinidadian writer Liane Spicer, was recently released as a lead mass market title by Dorchester Publishing and is already garnering glowing reviews. news@toronto-lime.com Sun 5 Apr 2009 12:54:12 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090405_ocpa_tents.htm The 2009 ScotiaBank Caribana Festival is just around the corner. One of the first major events in North America’s biggest Caribbean festival is the Calypso Tents Music Series, produced by the Organization of Calypso Performing Artistes (OCPA). news@toronto-lime.com Thu 2 Apr 2009 6:19:55 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090402_triple_treat_at_bacchanal.htm Bacchanal 2009 will be raised to a whole new high this Friday when Digicel brings 'Midnight in Paris' to Mas Camp. Digicel triples the treat for patrons inside the New Kingston Mas Camp where Destra Garcia will perform in Jamaica for the first time in 2009 along with Denise Belfon. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 2 Apr 2009 6:17:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090402_rock_d_spice.htm Co-op Bank “Rock d Spice” was launched at the Grenada National Stadium Conference Room on Tuesday March 31st 2009, and is the first major festival to be introduced in over seven years. news@toronto-lime.com Thu 2 Apr 2009 5:48:23 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090402_slucarnival_new_website.htm It’s here! It’s ready! It’s live! www.SLUcarnival.com is the new website, launched by the entertainment company, Party Entertainment in 3D. Launched just yesterday (April 1st), SLUcarnival.com will be the ultimate source for the vibes for St Lucia Carnival 2009. news@toronto-lime.com Wed 1 Apr 2009 12:34:06 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/0900401_shurwayne_and_you_move_forward.htm On the heels of a phenomenal season in Trinidad and Tobago, the SW Limited crew, led of course by lead singer of the band Y.O.U. - Shurwayne Winchester, is bubbling with pride this week as the band’s first album is now ready and being made available, as we speak, in stores... news@toronto-lime.com Mon 30 Mar 2009 10:10:21 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090330_destra_closes_bacchanal_fridays.htm Blazing 2009 with a sizzling new album titled “HOTT”, Destra lit up Trinidad and Tobago carnival with her latest releases. Now she’s ready to show Jamaica why they call her “Bacchanal”... news@toronto-lime.com Mon 30 Mar 2009 9:20:55 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090330_harder_they_come_musical.htm The Harder They Come, a musical based on the film that launched the career of reggae singer Jimmy Cliff, will come to Toronto's Prince of Wales Theatre this July... news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:56:25 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090319_re_school_tour.htm The fifth season of the RETV School Tour kicked off on Tuesday March 17 at the Edith Dalton James High School in Duhaney Park, St. Andrew... news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:48:55 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090319_ky-enie_new_video.htm Reggae artist Ky-Enie debuts his new music video BE MY LIGHT produced by King Leo Promotions and Productions Inc. “The song is inspirational. It signals a new sound... a new message... it’s a prayer” says Stacy Lee-Williams of King Leo Promotions... news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 19 Mar 2009 10:01:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090319_imij_at_bacchanal.htm The main attraction at Bacchanal Jamaica 2009 this week will be the long awaited performance of Trinidadian Soca band Imij and Co. news@toronto-lime.com Wed, 18 Mar 2009 11:35:17 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090318_jah_cure_shoots_new_vid.htm Over the weekend, Jah Cure and the Danger Zone Music team took to locations across Jamaica to shoot the music video for his soulful new single ‘Call On Me’ featuring the sexy Phyllisia. news@toronto-lime.com Sat, 14 Mar 2009 09:14:11 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090314_trini_jacobs_new_album.htm Multi-genre singer-songwriter, Trini Jacobs, is credited for recording and releasing reggae, soca and RnB music. She has just released her new CD “Love Around The Clock”, it boast a mixture of reggae collections sprinkled with some RnB sensual love ballads. news@toronto-lime.com Wed, 11 Mar 2009 10:22:44 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090311_bahamas_to_host_miss_universe_2009.htm The 58th annual Miss Universe Pageant will be held in the Bahamas on August 30th, 2009. The 2009 pageant will be presented at the Atlantis Resort in collaboration with the government of the Bahamas. news@toronto-lime.com Tue, 10 Mar 2009 12:59:34 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090310uk_soca_monarch.htm 2009 will see the introduction of the first ever UK Soca Monarch Competition, scheduled to take place this summer. This is an opportunity to give UK soca artists the chance to showcase their talent on an appropriate platform, so they can earn the appreciation and recognition which they deserve. news@toronto-lime.com Tue, 10 Mar 2009 12:47:21 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090310_kevin_lyttle.htm Soca superstar Kevin Lyttle will be taking his tantalizing, soulful sounds to the streets of Miami for the annual Calle Ocho festival, this Sunday, March 15. news@toronto-lime.com Mon, 9 Mar 2009 08:04:04 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090309_just4fun_2k9.htm Popular Carnival band Just 4 Fun has announced it will present “Scentsation – The Aroma of Life” for SLU Carnival 2009. news@toronto-lime.com Sun, 8 Mar 2009 11:33:23 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090308_empress_impresses.htm For a television show to be successful, a lot depends on the approach, personality and style of the host. Magnum Kings and Queens of Dancehall has thus drawn for the multi-talented reggae singer, radio presenter and MC Camielle Mullings, otherwise known as Empress. news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 5 Mar 2009 08:25:17 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090305_the_forest.htm Shurwayne Winchester, the first runner up in the 2009 Groovy Soca Monarch competition, says he feels elated at the success that he’s had in 2009 thus far, a success that essentially propelled him to host the 2nd edition of the Shurwayne Winchester children’s show at the Dwight Yorke stadium’s carpark, in Bacolet, Tobago. news@toronto-lime.com Tue, 3 Mar 2009 07:05:37 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090303_renee_forde_miss_world.htm Being selected as a national delegate to be recognized with fellow Canadians for intelligence, beauty and charisma is an accomplishment Renee holds with great pride. news@toronto-lime.com Sun, 1 Mar 2009 11:46:19 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090301_fayann_delivers_a_girl.htm After winning four major Carnival titles (Soca Monarch, Groovy Monarch, People's Choice and Road March), Fay-Ann Lyons Alvarez gave birth to a baby girl at the Mount Hope Maternity Hospital via c-section around noon yesterday. news@toronto-lime.com Wed, 25 Feb 2009 12:22:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090224_fayeann_wins_road.htm The count for road march domination is in, and the 2009 Soca Monarch queen was also declared queen of the road today. news@toronto-lime.com Mon, 23 Feb 2009 4:22:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090223_dimanche_gras_results.htm Dimanche Gras 2009 “Class is Class”, lived up to its theme with ease. The National Carnival Commisson and the Ministry of Community Development, Culture and Gender Affairs held a glitzy event of Las Vegas-quality cabaret theatrics and style. news@toronto-lime.com Sat, 21 Feb 2009 8:12:24 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090221_soca_monarch_queen.htm Faye-Ann Lyons makes history as she becomes Trinidad and Tobago's first ever female Soca Monarch. Not only did she manage to take the crown away from husband Bunji Garlin (the 2008 defending champion), she is also the biggest winner ever in the history of the event. news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 19 Feb 2009 6:03:21 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090219_lingo_completes_hat_trick.htm Seven semi-finalists and the 2008 defending champion, Lingo (Joseph Vautor-La Placeliere) vied for the title of 2009 Extempo Monarch. news@toronto-lime.com Wed, 18 Feb 2009 1:14:33 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090218_stickfight_results.htm Tonight the National Stick Fighting Championship returned to Couva. The NCC sponsored event is now an official part of the Trinidad Carnival calendar, effectively legitimizing a unique cultural tradition that was once illegal due to its violent nature. news@toronto-lime.com Mon, 16 Feb 2009 8:14:33 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090216_clear_the_way_for_ecx.htm Trinidad and Tobago’s audiences are readying themselves for the Eastern Caribbean – Xplosion (EC-X) that will descend on the coveted International Soca Monarch competition on Fantastic Friday. news@toronto-lime.com Mon, 16 Feb 2009 8:14:33 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090216_zoelah_new_vid.htm Over the weekend Boyde released her first music video for her 2008 release ‘Wine Up On Me’ directed By Eneilio Bynoe and Kavell Fored. news@toronto-lime.com Mon, 16 Feb 2009 8:14:33 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090216_calypso_monarch_finalists.htm Calypso Monarch King Sugar Aloes will have his hands full at this coming Sunday’s competition, with four former Monarchs vying for his crown. news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 12 Feb 2009 11:45:42 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090212_pan_semis_results.htm Many bands in country waited patiently to see if they made it through to the final, several days after Panaroma Semi-Finals took place last Sunday. Some bands opted not to practice until they knew for sure they were in. news@toronto-lime.com Tue, 10 Feb 2009 10:21:14 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090210_soca_shocka_ix.htm Get ready! The Trinidad and Tobago Carnival calendar will light up this weekend with the Power Family’s annual all-inclusive fete, Soka Shocka IX. news@toronto-lime.com Tue, 10 Feb 2009 10:20:12 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090210_lil_jon_creates_dirty_soca.htm Lil Jon is known to the hip-hop world as the "King of Crunk," a superstar rapper and producer. What they probably don't know is he started out as a dancehall selecta or deejay, as a member of the Four Seasons Sound System during the '90s, in his hometown of Atlanta. news@toronto-lime.com Mon, 9 Feb 2009 12:59:54 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090209_final_23_for_fantastic_friday.htm The final cuts were made at the Arima Veledrome on Sunday night and only a handful remain standing to vie for the one million dollar first prize that is at stake. news@toronto-lime.com Mon, 9 Feb 2009 12:59:22 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090209_kaiso_karava_under_the_trees.htm The Kaiso Karavan takes a journey from its anchor at the La Joya Complex, St Joseph to Under The TREES at the Normandie in St Ann's where cast members will tell their 2009 stories related to the "lack of governance" in Trinidad and Tobago. news@toronto-lime.com Mon, 9 Feb 2009 12:59:22 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090209_kes_album_release.htm On Tuesday 10th February KES will launch their most anticipated third album “On in 5” at Woodford Cafe, Movietowne. news@toronto-lime.com Mon, 9 Feb 2009 12:15:55 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090209_ac7_at_stadium.htm Dubbed the concert of the year by many Carnival party goers, the Alternative Concept, now in its 7th season will again be hosted at the Haseley Crawford Stadium. news@toronto-lime.com Mon, 9 Feb 2009 12:15:55 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090209_digicel_headline_sponsor_again_for_bacchanal_jamaica.htm Digicel has announced their sixth consecutive year partnering with what has become one of the most popular celebrations of the year - Bacchanal Jamaica Carnival. news@toronto-lime.com Sun, 8 Feb 2009 10:15:24 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090208_kenneth_salick_wins_chutney.htm 46 year old Sangre Grande native left Skinner Park last night victorious, beating out heavy favorites with the likes of Hunter, Ravi B, Hitman and others. news@toronto-lime.com Sat, 7 Feb 2009 12:45:13 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090208_shurwayne_releases_wicked.htm With pace, momentum and pure energy, soca artistes vying for the Road March and Power Monarch titles in Carnival 2009, are ensuring that their fans understand the music and enjoy it to its full extent. news@toronto-lime.com Fri, 6 Feb 2009 07:15:24 -0500 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090206_chynee_wins_socastar.htm The obvious crowd favourite, Chynee walked away with top honours at last nights Synergy TV Soca Star 4 finale. news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 5 Feb 2009 11:15:24 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090205_enforcas_venture_into_production.htm D'Enforcas, an international soca sound based in Toronto, Canada has ventured into the production world. news@toronto-lime.com Mon, 2 Feb 2009 12:47:11 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090202_masala_in_stores.htm Bajan sensation Philip 7 has completed his first album, Masala, much to the satisfaction of his growing fan base. Since the release of the alternative rock single "Beautiful Surprise" he has steadily become one of the Caribbean's most sought after artistes. news@toronto-lime.com Mon, 2 Feb 2009 12:55:21 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090202_another_nomination_for_peter_ram.htm Judging from the way Peter Ram has begun 2009, it looks set to be another successful year for this singer/songwriter who has taken the soca industry by storm. Most recently he was nominated by a panel comprising RETV staff and industry personnel for Jamaica's first ever Video Music Awards. news@toronto-lime.com Mon, 2 Feb 2009 12:11:18 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090202_ultimate_one_presents_destra.htm “A fete isn’t a fete… a carnival fete, if Destra ain’t there,” these were the sentiments of the organizers of carnival Saturday’s premium all- inclusive event that’s already the talk among the exclusively elite party lovers, this season. news@toronto-lime.com Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:47:18 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090202_top_acts_at_eme.htm Come Thursday, February 5, members of the entertainment fraternity will again converge on the Gardens of the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel for the 2009 renewal of the Excellence in Music and Entertainment (EME) Awards. news@toronto-lime.com Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:47:18 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090202_danger_zone_caps_multiple_nominations.htm CEOs of Danger Zone Music Group, Delmar 'Della' Drummond and Edward 'Nine' Warren, and their team are reeling in the success of 2008. Their hard work and dedication paid off, with the label, its artistes and CEO earning multiple nominations and recognition for the work they produced. news@toronto-lime.com Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:47:18 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090130_mastamind_joins_you.htm Trinbago's music industry can evoke powerful emotions amongst its members, and every once in awhile, some of these emotions happen to be mutual respect and genuine love; which when the stars align in just the right formation, gives rise to the creation of a true Soca family. news@toronto-lime.com Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:45:21 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090130_shaggy_a_raggamuffin_down_under.htm Diamond-selling artiste, Shaggy, who has reportedly sold over 20 million records, has been thoroughly enjoying his seven-city, two-country tour of Australia and New Zealand, two of the places he has been touring since January 24, spreading the message of reggae/dancehall music to hardcore fans and new convert. news@toronto-lime.com Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:35:15 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090130_best_dancer_in_the_game.htm Several awards will be handed out in the next few weeks for excellence in the world of entertainment. Late last year, Sample Six grabbed the dancer of the year title, but in recent weeks, Ding Dong appears to be gaining the upper hand because of his appearance in Elephant's Sweep video as well as his two hit songs, Man a Gallis and Dip Again with Elephant Man. news@toronto-lime.com Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:25:45 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090130_barbee_to_release_new_single.htm Singer Bar-Bee is at it again, this time she has decided to do a cover of the Karyn White’s classic, Can 'I Stay With You' and from all indications she has really done justice to it. news@toronto-lime.com Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:15:45 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090130_shurwayne_to_release_road_tune.htm It has been described by the venue’s owner, his customers and even those who stood in the background yearning to get just a little bit closer, as the performance that can never be repeated. news@toronto-lime.com Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:15:45 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090130_kevin_lyttle_single_release_party.htm Soca pop star Kevin Lyttle returns with the same sounds that made him a household name with his new joint, "Anywhere," featuring Grammy-nominated rapper Flo-Rida. The single release party takes place at the world-famous Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino's Spirits Nightclub in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, on Saturday, January 31, 2009. news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 29 Jan 2009 12:21:59 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090127_serani_sizzles_in_ny.htm He's dancehall, he's lover's rock, and to American fans, he's the newest Caribbean export who is heating up the airwaves. Serani, a member of the producing phenom DASECA, saw his solo career soar when he recently realized any Caribbean artist's dream by signing with a major label. news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 29 Jan 2009 12:21:19 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090127_intorducing_tarah.htm She has the look, she has the flair and she is by no means scared! New soca artist, Tarah Holdipp is ready to brave the waves of the soca world with determination and enthusiasm. news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 29 Jan 2009 12:11:10 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090127_farmer_nappy_goes_brave.htm Farmer's first release for Trinidad Carnival 2009, "Belly Dancer," is rolling off the tongues of many fete-goers during his recent performances in Trinidad. "Belly Dancer" is currently the only soca song on the music charts in Jamaica, reaching the Riddim Jamaica Top 10 last week. news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 29 Jan 2009 011:51:20 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090127_richie_spice_for_3_awards.htm Reggae star Richie Spice heads into 2009 with three big nominations to his name, including Male Vocalist of the Year, Culture/Positive Artist of the Year, and Song of the Year, for his blockbuster hit, "The Plane Land.". news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 29 Jan 2009 011:51:20 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090127_basketball_and_art_collide.htm On January 31st Orlando Magic player Adonal Foyle and his teammates Mickael Pietrus and will show their philanthropic side by hosting a fundraiser for his charity, Kerosene Lamp Foundation. news@toronto-lime.com Tue, 27 Jan 2009 011:51:20 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090125_cecile_starts_2009_with_a_bang.htm Danger Zone/Sobe Entertainment recording Artiste Ce'Cile has reaped more success coming off the well received launch of her latest album Waiting which has garnered wide acclaim; as one review puts it. news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 22 Jan 2009 012:49:21 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090122_soca_monarch_semi_finalists.htm Sixty acts from all over the Caribbean will vie for a place in the 2009 International Soca Monarch Finals on Feb 8th. Included this year are artists from St Vincent, Antigua, Barbados, Grenada; but again the greater part of the bunch are representatives from Trinidad and Tobago. news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 22 Jan 2009 012:45:15 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090122_the_one.htm The floor plan has been laid out, the bartenders, cocktail waitresses, event officiators, mic men, DJ’s and not to mention, top notch artistes for Carnival 2k9 have already been put in place, to plant a seed in celebration of The Ultimate One- an affair to set the Carnival weekend in motion and germinate the minds of all patrons, in preparation for the Ultimate Harvest. news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 22 Jan 2009 012:40:35 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090122_sean_paul_and_estelle_rock_ny.htm Sean Paul, the most commercially successful representative of dancehall music today, brought his brand of pop dancehall into the swanky Club Element in lower Manhattan this past weekend. Dubbed "Sean Paul and Friends LIVE," the event was part of New York City's trendsetting promotion team - Upscale Crowd Entertainment and Caribbean Fuse's celebration of the Martin Luther King holiday weekend. news@toronto-lime.com Sat, 17 Jan 2009 010:14:45 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090117_shaggy_starts_on_a_great_note.htm Dancehall superstar Shaggy officially kicks off his first tour of the year on Saturday, January 17, journeying to the Cayman Islands. He then heads to West Palm Beach on Sunday for Jazzy T's Birthday Bash, before going down yonder to Australia for the Ragga Muffin Festival starting on January 24, followed by stops in New Zealand, and finally ending in Dubai in February. news@toronto-lime.com Sat, 17 Jan 2009 010:14:45 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090117_introducing_anya_li.htm The world of music embraces the incomparable talents of Annya Li - a vibrant and versatile singer, songwriter and dancer, with a fresh sound and distinct style. Born and raised in the beautiful twin islands of Trinidad and Tobago, Annya began her journey as a singer at the tender age of five, when she first discovered her love for music. news@toronto-lime.com Sat, 17 Jan 2009 010:14:45 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090117_richie_spice_returns_on_top.htm Acclaimed reggae star Richie Spice returns to the airwaves with his latest single, "Street Life." Produced on the Chemistry Riddim, which currently sits at number one on the reggae charts with D'Angel's "Stronger," Spice paints a poignant tale of knowing what life is like growing up in poverty, and dealing with the harsh realities of street life. news@toronto-lime.com Sat, 17 Jan 2009 010:14:45 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090117_sean_paul_set_to_thrill_ny.htm Dancehall superstar Sean Paul visits the Big Apple for the first time this year, on Sunday, January 18, for a very special celebration this Martin Luther King holiday weekend. news@toronto-lime.com Sat, 17 Jan 2009 010:14:45 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090117_kevin_lyttle_new_single.htm Teaming up with Billboard chart-topper Flo Rida gives Lyttle's new single, "Anywhere," the same formula that first brought him international acclaim. news@toronto-lime.com Fri, 16 Jan 2009 012:22:18 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090116_magnum_kings_and_queens_premiere_on_tvj.htm The razzle-dazzle of Magnum Kings and Queens of Dancehall is slated to kick off with the contestants from Montego Bay where both males and females delivered incredible performances. news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 15 Jan 2009 08:40:18 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090115_coco_palm_launches.htm Coco Palm, St. Lucia's award-winning boutique hotel, is opening up new rooms, family suites and a conference center in Rodney Bay Village, located in the north of the island. news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 15 Jan 2009 08:40:18 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090115_invaders_go_with_caribbean_woman.htm For the first time in their storied history, Caribbean Airlines Invaders Steel Orchestra will perform their very own original composition as their tune of choice, for the Trinidad and Tobago national steelband music panorama competition. news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 15 Jan 2009 08:40:18 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090115_nadia_batson_play_mas.htm Her game face is now on. She’s given the world the ultimate bumper swaying tune, calling on the ladies of not only the Caribbean, but the world at large, to use it, flaunt it and express themselves with it. news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 15 Jan 2009 08:40:18 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090115_the_ultimate_event.htm An event that transcends the vision of ordinary carnival all- inclusive parties is coming to Trinidad and Tobago on Carnival Saturday and it starts with a seed. news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 15 Jan 2009 08:40:18 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090115_spice_nominated.htm Female DJ Spice, who recently copped the Star reader's Choice Award for Female DJ of The Year, has been again nominated in four categories, this time for the Youth View Awards to be held on February 7 at the Indoors Sports Centre. news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 15 Jan 2009 08:40:18 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090115_mavado_new_album.htm In early March 2009, one of the most talked about dancehall artists Mavado will unveil the second chapter of his stirring street narrative, 'Mr Brooks, A Better Tomorrow' on VP Records. news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 15 Jan 2009 08:40:18 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/090115_cecile_new_album.htm Coming off an immensely successful 2008, Bad Gyal Ce'Cile has released her latest album dubbed Waiting. The Danger Zone/SoBe Entertainment artiste is no stranger to dancehall and reggae but with Waiting fans can expect an evolution of the singer. news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 15 Jan 2009 08:40:18 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090115_shurwayne_and_you_bring_energy.htm In the race to those two highly anticipated days that command all Trinbagonians and international visitors alike, to jump, wave and misbehave as can be afforded at no other time, Shurwayne Winchester and the new band, Y.O.U. have proven their commitment to making soca the ultimate genre when it comes to feel good music. news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 15 Jan 2009 08:40:18 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090115_dvybz_new_album.htm St.Kitts hot soca group d’Vybz blazed onto the soca music scene just 3 carnivals ago and despite many challenges the group has managed to produce the top album for St. Kitts-Nevis carnival 2008/09. news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 15 Jan 2009 08:40:18 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090115_clean_take_on_dancehall.htm Dancehall music is the heartbeat of the Jamaican people and has captured the affection of fans worldwide and Magnum Kings and Queens of Dancehall has tapped into this pulse by bringing quality and clean entertainment to the masses. news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 15 Jan 2009 08:40:18 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090115_skinny_banton_new_track.htm Carriacou’s Skinny Banton has launched his 2009 track entitled ‘No War’. Produced by Mount Zion Studio and written by Skinny its message is to encourage people to stop fighting and to jump together in love. news@toronto-lime.com Wed, 14 Jan 2009 11:40:18 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090114_mighty_duke_dies.htm According to reports, The Duke was diagnosed with myelofibrosis (a serious bone marrow disorder) four years ago and had been in and out of hospital for blood transfusions. Pope passed away at about 1pm today at the Ellerslie Private hospital in Maraval, with his wife, one of his sons and Hollis Liverpool (Chalkdust) at his side. news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 8 Jan 2009 11:31:15 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090108_bring_soca_to_myspace.htm A new advocacy campaign was launched yesterday to officially list soca as a musical genre on the internet entertainment portal, Myspace.com. The initiative entitled Bring Soca to MySpace is lobbying to make it easy for fans to browse soca music online and interact with their favourite personalities. news@toronto-lime.com Thu, 8 Jan 2009 11:22:35 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090108_first_kes_track.htm The new song is called “Till the Morning” and is described by Kees Dieffenthaller, lead singer of Kes as a very “sensual” track. news@toronto-lime.com Mon, 5 Jan 2009 15:15:52 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090105_scrappy_persues_the_caribbean_dream.htm Soca music has just been shifted into a gear now called “hyper-soca-matic”. This is all due to Montserrat soca artist Scrappy. news@toronto-lime.com Mon, 5 Jan 2009 15:11:02 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090106_save_a_life.htm In December 2008, some of Jamaica’s finest acts loaned their voices to a new single, Save A Life, recorded in support of the project of the same name, spearheaded by diamond-selling artiste Shaggy to aid the Bustamante Hospital for Children. news@toronto-lime.com Mon, 5 Jan 2009 14:21:02 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2009/090105_salandy_dies.htm Undefeated Trinidad and Tobago boxing champion Giselle Salandy, died when her vehicle veered off the Beetham Highway early yesterday morning. news@toronto-lime.com Wed, 31 Dec 2008 09:44:22 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081231_sw_storm_jouvert_morning.htm J'ouvert morning when you awake to music in your head the only logical thing to do is find a band and misbehave, Trini style that is!! Get your bottle and spoon and get ready to go back, way back to the 80's and be sure to carry that soca beat with you. news@toronto-lime.com Wed, 31 Dec 2008 09:44:22 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081231_richie_redz.htm The artiste that gained poplarity in 2008 through the release of tracks such as “Get On Bad”, “Lose Control” and the popular “Behind De Truck” is back again to satisfy the appetite of Soca fans with a new arsenal of material just in time for T and T’s Carnival 2009. news@toronto-lime.com Tue, 30 Dec 2008 11:04:12 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081230_ice_murdered.htm David Alexander Smith (popularly known as 'Ice'), the Jamaican dancer credited with creating the popular 'Gully Creeper' dance move was shot and killed last Friday morning at a bar in Kingston. news@toronto-lime.com Tue, 30 Dec 2008 08:21:12 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081230_shurwayne_and_you.htm It has begun. The Carnival season has reared its head and one artiste and his newly formed band have emerged, proving to folks of the Southland, where it all began, that nothing will stand in the way of greatness this carnival season. news@toronto-lime.com Mon, 29 Dec 2008 010:59:13 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081229_harry_jerome_call_for_nominations.htm The Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA) is now accepting nominations for the 27th Annual BBPA Harry Jerome Awards. Sonique Solutions / news@toronto-lime.com Mon, 29 Dec 2008 010:55:13 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081229_red_boyz_blazin_tt_carnival.htm Dynamic Barbadian production duo, De Red Boyz, has dominated with their latest Soca compilation CD release entitled, “Mo’ Fire Blazin”. news@toronto-lime.com Sun, 28 Dec 2008 011:45:15 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081228_dunn_named_carnival_columnist.htm Award-winning journalist and filmmaker Geoffrey Dunn will be offering Express readers an eight-part series on Calypso history and the making of Calypso Dreams throughout Carnival 2009. news@toronto-lime.com Tue, 23 Dec 2008 010:20:02 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081223_bunji_confesses.htm In a recording studio back in the states, Brooklyn, New York to be exact, right down on St. John’s and Nostrand Avenue our source ran into the infamous Kill aka Khari Kill working with Muscle from Artical One Productions on their latest Soca project. news@toronto-lime.com Fri, 19 Dec 2008 09:25:15 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081219_luna_road.htm Trinidadian based Luna Road Ltd, a company dedicated to providing mediums for the safety of drivers’ globally, is embarking upon a special campaign geared towards both bringing awareness about nighttime road safety to the masses and effectively implementing projects to achieve this goal, especially in this high-risk Christmas into Carnival season. news@toronto-lime.com Wed, 17 Dec 2008 06:15:01 -0800 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081217_mastamind.htm This certified 2K9 Carnival Soca Chutney hit is the hallmark coming out tune for Shawn "Da Ma$tamind" Noel as a lead vocalist. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081217_king_of_swag.htm Some may say that The Synergy Soca Star series is really having a tremendous effect on Super Jigga TC- The Self proclaimed, King Of Swag, but one thing’s for sure and that’s the fact that TC has placed himself ahead of quite a few well known soca artistes, going into Carnival 2K9. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081217_tnt_to_be_featured_at_ing_miami_marathon.htm Visionz Entertainment, Marketing and Promotions Inc will host the 2nd Annual “Trinbago Village” during the ING Miami Marathon, scheduled to take place on Sunday January 29th 2009. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081210_step_into_the_storm.htm There is something electric in the air. The very atmosphere seems charged and Soca lovers everywhere are breathless with anticipation. A storm is coming. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081210_tnt_united_by_culture.htm On Monday December 8, 2008 history was made as the twin island paradise that though politically meshed for centuries remained culturally disconnected, found its axis in Trinibashment 91.9FM, The All Soca Station. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081210_caribana_dvd.htm Master T and Paula Johnson releasing the sights and sounds of the World’s Greatest outdoor festival and parade for home viewing. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081209_reggaelution_delivers.htm Buju Banton's prowess as a crowd pleaser is world renown and based on his performance it should be exciting to see the line-up the promoters of 'It's A Reggaelution' put together for us next year. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081208_shaggy_for_africa_show.htm Diamond selling artiste and Grammy winner Orville ‘Shaggy’ Burrell, will be in performance this weekend at the Amahoro Stadium in Rwanda, Africa. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081204_farmer_chippin_to_a_new_tune.htm Farmer formerly Farmer Nappy has been enjoying immense success since his debut as a Solo artiste in May 2007. His smooth and successful transition is one that led to him copping the title of “Best Groovy Soca Song Of The Year” at COTT Awards 2008 for his smash hit “Chippin.” . http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081204_nothing_standing_in_the_way_of_tony_prescott.htm Tony Prescott’s manned the airwaves effortlessly in the prelude to Christmas, breathing life into a track that has summoned all the women around Trinidad and Tobago and the region with two simple words... “Bubble Up.” http://www.newsday.co.tt/features/0,90947.html STEPHON “Slammer Cutter” Mark is the newest face on the local soca circuit. After living in Toronto, Canada, and performing there for many years, Slammer has brought his talent back home in time for Carnival, with a new single, “Hangover”. . http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081204_jahaji_music.htm Directed by Surabhi Sharma and supported by academic Tejaswinin Niranjana, this 112 minute documentary features the adventures of Fernandes and his crew in what is described as a “record of a difficult, if unusual and complex, musical journey.”. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081202_linval_thompson_album_release.htm On December 23rd, foundation reggae artist and producer Linval Thompson unveils his long awaited roots album, Ghetto Living, through I-Tunes on his Thompson Sound Jamaica label in cooperation with Zojak World Wide, the leader in digital distribution of reggae music. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081127_kes_new_release.htm The track entitled 'This Feeling' is the first song to be released from the bands upcoming album. The song was written by the four members of Kes, Kees Dieffenthaller, Riad Boochoon, Hans Dieffenthaller and Jon Dieffenthaller and produced by Junior Ibo Joseph in conjunction with Kes. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081126_shurwayne_and_you_to_sing_for_the_cause.htm He's pulling out the stops, engineering his way into the lives of Trinbagonians worldwide by demanding the attention through the music he sings and most definitely, through the greatness of Y.O.U. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081126_timeka_time.htm Timeka Marshall is set to end 2008 on as much a high note as how she started it. The Pyramid artist recently shot the music video for her saucy and seductive single All Night, with the accomplished Jamaican director Jay Will. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081126_top_class_artistes_for_reggaelution.htm Never before in Jamaica has an all-inclusive featured live performances and the top flight artistes involved are excited at the opportunity to perform in such a relaxed atmosphere. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081124_double_ama_for_rihanna.htm Bajan superstar Rihanna continues to shine as she snatched up two awards (favourite female artist in Pop/Rock and Soul/RnB categories) at last nights American Music Awards. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081124_magnum_winners_debut_videos.htm Register and Mix up are what the first Magnum King and Queen of Dancehall, Singer Jah and Baby Tash have unleashed through Real Jam Records as their first successful singles. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081123_kay_alleyne_continues_to_rise.htm On the heels of her first full length concert entitled, "Victory The Concert" which took place at Queen's Hall on September 6th, the 2007 Digicel Rising Star Champion performed at the prestigious Manhattan institution during the first ever Gospel Extravaganza... http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081123_caribbean_tales_film_festival_2009_call_for_submissions.htm North America's premier stand-alone Caribbean Film Festival is accepting submissions for the CaribbeanTales 4th Annual Film Festival. The upcoming festival takes place from July 8th to the 12th, 2009 in Toronto, Canada, and is produced by CaribbeanTales in association with New College, University of Toronto, and the Caribbean Studies Program at U of T. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081122_sistahfest.htm In recognition of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women taking place on Tuesday, November 25th, 2008, Upfront Theatre Foundation in association with Stage to Air (CHRY) presents SISTAHFEST. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081121_silver_stars_premier_parang_and_steel.htm The season premier of Parang and Steel staged by former Pan In the 21st Century victor Silver Stars Steel Orchestra on November 15, had all the nuances for a great production. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081121_tt_tourism_minister_message_to_byron_lee_family.htm Trinidad and Tobago's Minister of Tourism, the Honorable Joseph Ross has extended heartfelt condolences to the wife, daughter and other relatives of famed Jamaican musician and bandleader Byron Lee who recently succumbed to a sustained bout with cancer. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081121_reggae_boyz_unite_jamaica.htm In a sea of gold and green, Jamaicans of all walks of life united on Wednesday November 19 for one common goal: to cheer on the Reggae Boyz on their journey to the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081120_reggae_boyz_out.htm Trinidad and Tobago advanced into next year's final round of Concacaf World Cup qualifying with a 3-0 win over Cuba to finish second in Group 1. Trinidad and Tobago, Honduras and Mexico have claimed the last three Concacaf places, but Jamaica missed out, despite winning 3-0 at home. The Reggae Boyz needed 5 goals against the Canadians to qualify.. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081119_reggae_boyz_prepare_for_canada.htm As all of Jamaica anticipates the crucial final match in their World Cup Qualifying group, The Reggae Boyz prepare physically and mentally for the task at hand. The task: to beat Canada by at least five goals. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081118_novalima_coba_coba.htm Since its formation in 2001, Novalima has been breaking down boundaries, uniting seemingly irreconcilable genres, communities and generations to create an inspiring movement that has revolutionized the music scene in their native Peru. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081118_lil_rick_bday_bash.htm Barbadian entertainer Lil Rick will be celebrating his birthday in splendid fashion again this year. The artiste, whose birthday coincides with Barbados' own independence celebration, has decided that he will be hosting an extravaganza in New York City this November. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081118_its_a_reggaelution_first.htm For the first time in Jamaica, all-inclusive party fans will get a chance to enjoy the exclusive ambiance of an all-inclusive party while at the same time being entertained by some of Jamaica's most talented and popular reggae artistes. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081117_lionel_richie_headlines_jamaica_jazz.htm January 22 – 24, 2009 will see Rose Hall, Montego Bay come alive with the JAMAIACA Jazz and Blues Festival. London's effervescent and multi-talented new artiste, Estelle; Grammy Award-winning star Lionel Richie; and hit-makers Atlantic Starr are just some of the acts which will grace the stage at the 2009 Festival. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081117_red_rose_new_album.htm On November 18th, Anthony Red Rose unveils his long awaited solo release, My Name Is Red Rose. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081113_brother_b_first_album_online.htm Brother B first album entitled ‘More Fire’ has been released online on a new website called Specialist Events a UK based company. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081112_erupt_on_the_billboard_chart.htm Jamaican dancehall reggae artist, Erup added the prestigious Billboard Hot 100 RnB/Hip Hop Songs chart to an already impressive collection of noteworthy chart positions. His Billboard debut at number 94 follows a series of number 1's on reggae charts worldwide. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081111_jamaica_readies_for_kings_and_queens_of_dancehall.htm Magnum Kings and Queens of Dancehall has returned and will kick off its second season Saturday, November 15, in Montego Bay at the Wexford Court Hotel… 10 princes and 10 princesses to compete for the top title of Magnum King and Queen of Dancehall. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081110_john_legend_wears_coskel.htm Another defining moment in New York based Clothing line Coskel University's  expanding brand recognition. RnB Artist John Legend and band members will be dressed in Coskel University clothing when he begins his tour for the new album "Evolver" in November. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081110_tc_next_big_thing.htm A Trinidadian television and radio personality, who has amassed an unprecedented amount of fame across the region and certainly in the United States, is now on course to become the next big thing since Machel Montano. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081031_byron_lee_passes.htm Soca legend Byron Lee passed away early this morning at a hospital in Jamaica. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081027_bring_back_the_love.htm The November 22nd Bring Back The Love (“Event”) is a “special event” to be held at the Sound Academy, Polson Pier, downtown Toronto. The concept for the Event is to provide quality and mature entertainment, showcasing international Reggae performers and artists to an audience which craves the roots rock Reggae of music in Canada. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081027_randys_50th_wkd_with_john_holt.htm There's more living history coming your way as Brown Eyes Entertainment/17 North Parade/VP Records/KOCH present RANDY'S 50th ANNIVERSARY WEEKEND, featuring JOHN "1000 VOLTS" HOLT and prolific reggae producer CLIVE CHIN. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081027_mastamind_xmas_3.htm There are two things every West Indian especially a Trinibagonian must have come Christmas morning, no matter where in the world they might be - Ham and Pastelle. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081024_jah_cure_album_release_nov_18.htm Jah Cure’s new album, “THE UNIVERSAL CURE,” his first recorded album since his release from prison, is scheduled to be shipped worldwide in November, 2008. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081024_more_awards_for_machel.htm Soca superstar Machel Montano has been busy fusing soca rhythms with well, everything else, but he still manages to bring home the bacon with a slew of new awards that honor his contributions to soca music, with more to come before the year is out. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081024_gyptian_drops_new_album.htm Reggae sensation Gyptian unveiled his new album to media and fans at his exclusive album launch in Manhattan, on October 21, 2008. This is his second studio effort, entitled I Can Feel Your Pain, on the VP Records imprint, and is packed with 13 romantic and melodic ballads that follow his signature style. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081024_antilia_carnival.htm Special events company, Antilia, Inc., and the Trinidad and Tobago Tourism Development Company announce a sneak peak for Carnival 2009 at Antilia Carnival, featuring Wyclef Jean live and hosted by AJ Calloway and Vashtie Kola, on Thursday October 30th, 2008. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081024_reggae_at_the_ritz.htm On October 26th, the Ritz Theatre adds two more legendary figures to their repertoire, with the historic Reggae at the Ritz concert featuring Jamaican music icon, Buju Banton, and reigning dancehall superstar, Mavado. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081021_2008_soca_awards_winners_announced.htm Machel Montano HD dominated yet another awards show; this time copping six (6) accolades at the pretigious International Soca Awards held in St Kitts on Saturday http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081017_frank_dillon_passes.htm Frank Dillon, a well known masman and fete promoter, succumbed to what is believed to be dengue fever at the Eric Williams Medical Sciences Complex, Mount Hope on Monday. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081017_machel_mashes_up_miami.htm Miami Carnival saw an explosive celebration of Caribbean music and culture in South Florida, spanning Ft. Lauderdale to Key Biscayne, from October 8-14. Thousands traveled from the U.S and Canada, the Caribbean and even Europe to relish the sun and the sounds of the Southern Caribbean, and mainly, the music of Machel Montano, which was enjoyed at the majority of Miami Carnival festivities. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081017_gyptian_launches_new_album.htm The highly anticipated sophomore studio effort from reggae crooner, Gyptian, is set to hit stores worldwide on October 21, 2008. Gyptian will be live and unplugged in New York City to celebrate the launch of I Can Feel Your Pain (VP Records), at the exclusive Club Element in Manhattan, starting at 8PM. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081015_cassi_nominated_for_best_video.htm On Friday, he's boarding a plane to St. Kitts and Nevis because he's been nominated for the award of Best Soca Video for 2008 at the 6th annual Soca Awards. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081015_toronto_revellers_2009_theme_announced.htm Toronto Revellers is delighted to announce the theme for their presentation in the 2009 Caribana Festival. Brazil – Bacchanal in Rio will be a shimmering celebration of the colour and vibrance that is Rio Carnaval. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081015_soca_awards_is_on.htm Following the lead of the undeterred people of St. Kitts, the Soca Awards Organization (SAO) will not be hindered by Hurricane Omar, the show must go on! . http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081002_randys_50th_anniv_cd_dvd.htm A 2 CD Collection celebrating 50 years of hits and BONUS DVD featuring such hits as Bob Marley and the Wailers – Sugar Sugar, Peter Tosh – You Can’t Fool Me Again, The Skatelites – Malcom X and many more. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/081002_digicel_rising_stars_finale.htm Final show features musical guests Marcia Griffiths, Elephant Man, Busy Signal, CeCile, LUST, Goddy Goddy, Chris Martin, Romain Virgo and Jim Laden. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080929_best_of_shaggy_album.htm The most successful commercial crossover reggae artist sees his greatest hits released this month, while he's still in the prime of his career. Best of Shaggy: The BOOMBASTIC Collection went on retail on September 9. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080929_machel_keeps_carnival_year_round.htm Carnival traditionally happens once a year in Trinidad but soca king Machel Montano manages to keep the carnival celebrations year round, around the world. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080930_camp_jumoke_scholarship_award_and_brunch.htm Camp Jumoke will be hosting the 5th Annual Beverly Mascoll Scholarship Award and Brunch on Sunday October 19 from 11am to 4pm at "De Great Iron Pot". http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080930_digicel_rising_stars_race_down_to_the_wire.htm It's now down to two and everyone is guessing and wagering who will win the big prize of over a million dollars and a record deal in the Digicel Rising Stars 2008 competition. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080929_jamaican_comedian_nominated_for_tim_sims_award.htm The 2008 TSEF Jury has selected this year’s freshest faces in comedy and nominated five outstanding acts for what has become the career-boosting mark of distinction: The Tim Sims Encouragement Award now in its 13th year. The 2008 TSEF Nominees are... http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080929_dj_khaled_new_album.htm Includes the new smash hit 'Out Here Grindin' featuring Akon, Lil Boosie, Rick Ross, Young Jeezy, Plies, Trick Daddy and Ace Hood. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080929_rezidents_evil_riddim.htm Exodus Nuclear Records, in conjunction with Heart to Art Music, recently released the Rezidents Evil riddim album (popularly known as Resident Evil) digitally via the Rebelmix distribution network. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080926_bbpa_harry_jerome_awards_2009.htm The Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA) has opened the call for nominations for the 2009 BBPA Harry Jerome Award. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080926_no_joke_raises_the_bar_with_bolt_homecoming.htm Artistes lined up to take the stage and give blessings to Usain Bolt. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080924_vp_release_the_butler_did_it.htm The all-star line up of confirmed talent to perform include: Bunji Garlin(2008 Soca Monarch),Faye Ann Lyons(2008 Road March Queen), Shurwayne Winchester(Groovy Soca Monarch), Asylum Band, Gailann, Crossovah, Black Stalin, Che’Nelle( I fell in love with a DJ), Skinny Fabulous and Wen D’(London Soca Monarch),DJs from MIAMI - Dorenzo, Eternal Vibes, Gary Enforcement, Giselle D' Wassi One, House Arrest, Maestro, Mixx 96 Crew, Soca Tech, Super C, and Tidal Wave Sound; from NEW YORK - Back to Basics, Fess, Natural Freaks, Rhythm International and Xtreme Productionz; from ORLANDO - Crown Prince and Tha Vibz; from ATLANTA - Ibis International, Jaspa, Stephen, Tony Tempo, Miami and Orlando Steelbands. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080924_vp_release_the_butler_did_it.htm Harold Butler is one of Jamaica's unsung heroes as a keyboardist and arranger. This album; one of his earliest, is unique because it features some of Jamaica's most famous voices over RnB and Disco grooves of the period. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080924_jb_ghetto_collaborate.htm Toronto based hip hop artist ‘JB’ alongside Soca Superstar ‘Ghetto Flex’ blend their talents to create a tune sure keep you hitting the repeat button. This hip-hop track was produced by USA based ‘Tone Mason’, a Grammy nominated producer for American Idol’s star ‘Fantasia’. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080922_kalee_exits_rising_stars.htm ...the studio was mere chatter and shock, when series host Yendi Phillips said to SLR: "SLR tonight I'm informing you that your spotlight is still on... you are still in the competition." Shortly thereafter the raspy songstress, K'Alee, from the Woodford Park in Kingston, was given her exit from the competition. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080914_hart_hill_bolt_homecoming_ready.htm National Meats the sponsors of the Hart Hill Usain Bolt Homecoming have put out all, the stops to ensure all the necessary preparations are done by this Saturday. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080919_nddc.htm Trinidad and Tobago’s premier contemporary modern dance company, the Noble Douglas Dance Company Inc. (NDDCI), will present a tribute to one of the country’s foremost luminaries in the field of the arts, the late Boscoe Holder. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080918_sherwayne_leaves_traffik.htm Shurwayne Winchester has submitted his resignation to the band, 'Caribbean Traffik Jam'. An amicable separation occurred between the former lead vocalist and the band's management, now leaving way for the introduction of great things to come from the SW Limited team. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080918_music_the_answer_to_crime_dilemma.htm In a time when mothers are disappearing in daylight, children are being killed while neighbors hear their cries, our most ruthless killers are 14 and 15 year-olds and we have a murder toll hovering around 373 persons for 2008 with 3 months still to go, comes a blessed song of hope from a man filled with hope. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080918_cocoa_tea_new_release.htm Zojak World Wide is pleased to announce that just a few months after recording the international hit, "Barack Obama", Jamaican roots reggae star Cocoa Tea is in the spotlight again with his follow up single, "Yes We Can". http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080914_russell_peters_dvd_screening.htm Join Canada's favourite comedian, Russell Peters for a special preview screening of his latest stand-up special, "Red, White, and Brown," this Thursday, September 18th at Scotiabank Theatre at 7:00 pm. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080914_sherwayne_and_maxi.htm In what is being described as a match made in heaven, and even the collaboration of the century, Soca hit maker, Shurwayne Winchester and iconic reggae revolutionary, Maxi Priest have dished out a track that leaves wondering minds, asking the question, "How was it possible?". http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080914_miami_carnival_press_launch_sep19.htm The 24th Annual Miami Carnival Press Launch to be held on Friday, September 19, 2008 at the Consulate General of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago from 6:30pm-9:30pm. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080914_karlyn_percil_show_launches_website.htm The Karlyn Percil Show has launched its website! The show is a forum of discussion on compelling topics on current event issues, and showcasing inspirational stories within the mosaic cultural, religious, and ethnic backgrounds within Canada, the Caribbean and its Diaspora. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080914_bolt_homecoming_concert_venue_change.htm The Venue for the Hart Hill Usain Bolt Homecoming Celebration concert on September 20, 2008 has been changed. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080914_digicel_rising_stars_host_yendi_phillips.htm Since taking on the role of new host of the Digicel Rising Stars competition Yendi has grown week by week and has now claimed her space as one of the better live TV hosts on local television. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080914_digicel_rising_stars_new_gospel_theme.htm After tropical storm Gustav passed over Jamaica, the producers of Digicel Rising Stars offered a gospel-themed night on Sunday August 31. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080914_canwest_cabaret_festival.htm Canada's most beloved musical artists, including Sarah Slean, Steven Page and Patricia O'Callaghan, come together for an intimate weekend of song and story when THE YOUNG CENTRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS presents the inaugural CANWEST CABARET FESTIVAL, October 2-5, 2008. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080914_harbourfront_centre_school_visits_stimulates_young_minds.htm Every year, thousands of elementary and high school students from across Toronto and surrounding areas visit Harbourfront Centre School Visits. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080914_truckback_releases_ole_axle_riddim.htm Truckback Records has recently released the Ole Axle Riddim on the Apple iTunes Store and other leading digital retailers via Rebelmix Inc. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080904_can_a_female_win_digicel_rising_stars.htm The composition of the top six remaining has many saying there is the distinct possibility that a female will snatch the top position and create history in the talent contest that began in 2004. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080904_beenie_in_europe.htm Ultimate Reggae entertainer Moses 'Beenie Man' Davies continues to prove to the world why he is dubbed the 'doctor' and 'king of the dancehall' during his recent tour of Europe. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080904_russell_peters_dvd_release.htm Canada's biggest stand-up export Russell Peters, releases his new live DVD/CD combo, RED, WHITE AND BROWN across Canada on September 30th, 2008 with Warner Music Canada. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080904_brother_b_in_accident.htm Grenadian Artist Brother B has been injured in a car incident over the weekend. The singer has fractured his arm and part waist and is said to be recovering speedly in Grenada. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080828_seven_days_in_jamaica.htm Award-winning Jamaican author, Horane Smith, is taking his readers from the busy streets of New York City to the serene beaches of Montego Bay, in his new novel Seven Days in Jamaica. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080828_bolt_homecoming_in_sept.htm The community which nurtured him and has been behind him on all his record runs will celebrate his greatness in a grand affair on September 20, 2008. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080826_machel_in_billboard_magazine.htm Billboard Magazine, the most prestigious mainstream music publication, this week poses the question if whether Machel Montano can take the soca genre into the mainstream pop culture. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080826_icm_fest.htm The International Caribbean Music Festival (ICM FEST) returns with a vengeance on its original pre-Thanksgiving weekend on Sunday, November 16, at the historic Virginia Key Beach Park. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080826_stone_set_to_take_over.htm Powerful vocals combined with a strong Caribbean influence and a natural lyrical flow, are the trademark of emerging artist, Stone’s debut release 'Conqueror'. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080826_judah_tribe_in_nj.htm On Thursday September 4th the New Jersey Performing Arts Center will host the soul reggae group Judah Tribe. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080826_free_brooklyn_soul_party.htm On Saturday August 30th the Labor Day weekend festivities kick off with the Brooklyn Soul dance party. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080826_dutch_accept_ioctane.htm Conscious singer I-Octane returned home on a high after making good on his first ever European performance at the Sundance Festival in Holland on August 10. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080826_cecile_happy_with_playboy_feature.htm Deejay Ce'cile has found herself comfortably positioned between the pages of Playboy magazine, and she is loving it. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080826_barbee_new_video.htm The video for the ING produced single 'I Love You Anyway' is now in the editing stages and is expected to be released in another two weeks time. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080826_spragga_son_allegedly_murdered.htm The teenage son of the legendary singer Spragga Benz, 17-year old Carlton Grant Jr., was shot by police in Kingston on August 23rd. There are conflicting opinions as to whether or not he was armed at the time of the shooting. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080826_mr_dale_2008_album.htm Barbadians are being treated to an exceptional CD from their own. Recently, the self proclaimed Soca Junkie, released his 2008 album, CropOvah Tite Choonz, a compilation of some of the season's hottest tunes. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080826_lil_rick_new_album_the_crave.htm it was clear that due to the heavy demands to book Lil Rick and his capturing of the Barbados Music Awards 'Male Entertainer of the Year (2007)', that there was a desire for more music from 'the Hypa Dawg'. This desire led to the creation of the 2008 album 'The Crave'. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080826_peter_ram_chenelle_collaboration.htm Barbadian artiste Peter Ram, best known for his soca prowess, has collaborated with none other than the international RnB/Pop sensation Che'Nelle for a remix of her lastest release "Club Jumpin'. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080825_rising_stars_judgement.htm "You don't know what its like to listen to this song... I am surprised I am still awake". That was the verdict R3 got from Anthony on August 3rd; . http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080825_spragga_son_killed.htm 17 year old Carlton Grant Jr. more popularly known as 'Carlie' or 'Little Wayne' from the movie (Shottas), son of veteran dance hall artiste Spragga Benz (Carlton Grant Sr.) was killed by the Police in Downtown Kingston Jamaica early Sunday morning. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080822_jamaican_sprinters_take_5_of_6.htm The Jamaican men yet again smash a previous world mark of 37.40 seconds set by the United States at the 1992 Olympics with a new benchmark of 37.10 in the men's 4x100m relay today at Olympic Stadium today. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080820_blakey_checked_into_rehab.htm This afternoon, Vincentian calypsonian turned drug addict, Blakey, was checked into the Turning Point Rehabilitation Facility in St. Lucia. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080820_sao_media_launch.htm Soca Awards Organization, Inc. (SAO) is holding their official NYC iSA 6 Launch on Tuesday, August 26th, 2008 at Mars 2112 in New York City. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080820_bermudian_prodigy_dies.htm Teenage motorcycle star Toriano Wilson has died following a crash at the Red Bull AMA US Rookies Cup at Virginia International Raceway on Sunday (August 17). http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080819_beres_new_album.htm One of Jamaica’s most soulful music legends, Grammy nominated Beres Hammond will have his new album, A Moment in Time released not once but twic. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080821_jamaican_adds_2_more_medals.htm Entering todays 100m womens final as the favorite, Veronica Campbell-Brown did not disappoint, edging out USA's Allyson Felix with a personal best time of 21.74sec. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080820_jamaicans_continue_to_dominate_athletics.htm In back to back races, Jamaican sprinters once again came out on top at the Bird's Nest in Beijing. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080820_bolt_completes_double.htm 21-year-old Usain Bolt, who won the 100m title on Saturday night in a world mark of 9.69 secs, powered past the field to cross the line and break USA's Michael Johnson's mark of 19.32 set 12 years ago in Atlanta. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080819_black_uhuru_releases_live_in_london.htm Nacional Records and No Joke Entertainment announced today that reggae icons Black Uhuru will release the 25th Anniversary Edition of their classic Live in London DVD today August 19th. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080818_jamaican_women_dominate_100m.htm Jamaicans celebrations continue as 21-year-old Shelly-Ann Fraser won gold in the 100 metres at the Beijing Olympics on Sunday in a time of 10.78 seconds. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080815_ybps.htm Young Barbadian-Canadians from across the Greater Toronto Area are uniting to celebrate Barbados. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080817_bolt_celebrates_its_dancing_time.htm Olympic 100 metre champion and world record holder, Usain Bolt has made dancing a hobby. According to the Jamaica Gleaner, Bolt rarely missed a party at the popular Quad nightclub in Kingston, Jamaica and introduced the world to the sweep version of 'Nuh Linga'... http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080817_bolt_shatters_100metre_olympic_record.htm Jamaica's Usain Bolt annihilated the field, running an amazing 9.69 seconds in the 100-metre sprint to set a new world record and take Olympic gold at Bird's Nest Stadium in Beijing on Saturday night. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080811_grenada_spicemas_results_announced.htm The official results from Grenada Spicemas 2008 have been announced. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080811_grenada_soca_monarch_results.htm Just two points separated the newly crowned Soca Monarch champ (Luni Sparks and Electrify) and the second place winner (Mr Killa) at the 2008 Grenada Soca Monarch finals that took place over the weekend. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080807_antigua_results.htm Road March and Party monarch results from Antigua. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080807_cropover_results.htm Road March, Pic-O-De Crop and Grand Kadooment results from Cropover 2008. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080805_skinny_fabulous_in_toronto.htm St. Vincent's own Gamal "Skinny Fabulous" Doyle took Vincy music to higher heights last weekend at North America's largest Caribbean Carnival - Caribana. http://www.toronto-lime.com/carnival/results.htm Toronto Revellers repeat as CARIBANA Band of the Year champions. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080802_salahs_repeat_pan_alive_champs.htm Salah's Steel Academy topped the points standing for the second consecutive year at Pan Alive 2008 last night. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080801_caribana_kings_and_queens_2008.htm Scotia Bank CARIBANA crowned a new 'King of the Bands ' and a new 'Queen of the Bands' in front of a sold out crowd at Lamport Stadium last night. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080729_beres_at_kool_haus_aug29.htm Beres, along with the Harmony House Singers and Band and Courtney John will grace the city of Toronto on Friday, August 29th at the Kool Haus. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080729_dj_gq_defines_meaning_of_emancipation_in_ja.htm Jamaica's Emancipation Weekend will be amplified by South Florida's DJ GQ at both all exclusive parties—Daydreams and Spiritz. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080729_fuller_woman_expo.htm The acknowledgment and acceptance of the plus size woman has now spilled over into the fashion world. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080729_anitafrika_dub_theatre.htm Award-winning dubpoet, writer, teacher and theatre practitioner d’bi.young has taken her passions for performing and community involvement one step further with the launch of her new arts initiative anitAFRIKA! dub theatre. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080729_wine_for_your_life.htm Caribbean Promoters United (CPU) will present "Wine for Your Life," a large-scale fundraiser concert at Floyd Bennett Field in Brooklyn, New York. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080729_move_party_for_aug15.htm Koch Entertainment, in association with Play De Record and Goodfoot, are energized to bring you the next installment of the bi-monthly Stones Throw “Move” Party on August 15th, 2008 at Wrongbar (1269 Queen St. W) in Toronto. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080729_bim_euphoria.htm Local entertainment company, Euphoria Inc. looks set to stage one of the hottest casts of Barbadian artistes and bands for Crop Over 2008. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080729_countdown_to_party_monarch.htm With the beautiful east coast of Barbados as a backdrop, people will flock to the hillside off the Ermy Bourne highway, drop coolers, erect tents, lay blankets and settle down to watch twenty of this season's hottest artistes battle it out for the prestigious title "Party Monarch of Barbados.". http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080729_ocpa_calypso_finals_a_sold_out_show.htm The 2008 OCPA Canadian Calypso Monarch Finals titled “KAISO 365” took place on Saturday, July 26th, 2008 at the Leah Posluns Theatre where the show sold out at 8pm; 15 minutes after the show began. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080728_kees_writes_song_with_desmond_child.htm In September 2007, local star Kees Dieffenthaller, lead singer with Kes, was invited to Nashville Tennessee to participate in a three day writing camp, that was hosted by Desmond Child. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080728_junior_parade_results.htm CARIBANA Junior Parade results announced. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080728_grenada_soca_monarch_2008_finalists.htm The Grenada Professional Association of Calypsonians and Tents have announced finalists that will be competing in the Power and Groovy Soca Monarch competitions. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080724_ricky_t_is_road_march_champ.htm Not only has Ricky T managed to cop his 3rd consecutive Road March title, the dynamic young Soca star did so in style, completing a triple-title; by also snatching up the St Lucia Soca Monarch about a week earlier, plus the Caribbean Soca Monarch title on Sunday night. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080718_caribbean_soca_monarch.htm The Caribbean Soca Monarch Competition takes place this Sunday night (July 20) at Mindoo Phillp Park, St Lucia. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080714_digicel_caribbean_hot30.htm The Digicel Caribbean Hot 30 now airs in 17 countries and is touted as the official Caribbean music countdown. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080714_ny_celebrate_emancipation.htm Celebrate Caribbean Emancipation™ kicks off at 6:00 p.m., Sunday, August 3, The Harvest Room, 90-40 160th Street, Jamaica, NY. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080714_sherwayne_is_driven.htm This Tuesday, the Groovy Monarch of T and T releases yet another hit. Coming out of the Worrell Brothers production company based in Barbados, Winchester will offer up, " Rough Wine," to the Crop Over masses. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080714_caribana_junior_parade_is_july_19.htm Traditionally held two Saturdays before the main Caribana™ parade, the Scotiabank Caribana™ Junior Carnival Parade sponsored by Yorkgate Mall is highly anticipated by young Carnival masqueraders. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080714_torontolime_to_cover_slu_carnival.htm Just coming off media coverage of Vincy Mas 2K8, the TORONTO-LIME.com Carnival 360° team is now off to St. Lucia to capture SLU Carnival for the first time. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080714_ricky_t_is_slu_soca_monarch.htm Soca star Ricky T took the Power Soca Monarch crown at Saturday nights competition in Mindoo Phillip Park, St Lucia by a decisive 13 points. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080714_cp_jumping_away.htm Antigua Soca Diva, Claudette CP Peters (Taxik Band) has already topped the local music charts three (3) times this season with monster hits from the new 16 track album entitled 'Method to the Madness' for Antigua Carnival 2008. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080711_brother_b_sings_against_violence.htm Brother B an artist from the Spice Isle Grenada has released a new track entitled ‘Mama Cry’. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080711_ottawa_carifieta_events.htm The following are the official event dates and details for CARIBE-EXPO 2008... http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080710_breakaway_childrens_party.htm Pyramid Entertainment is pleased to announce the first and soon to be premier children's event in Barbados. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080710_OCPA_tent_series.htm If you haven’t gone to any of The Organization of Calypso Performing Artistes (OCPA) 2008 Calypso Tents, this upcoming weekend will be your last chance to see all the calypsonians in their home tents. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080711_dangel_at_sumfest.htm D'Angel promises both fans and observers that she plans to make her Reggae Sumfest debut performance spectacular with an unforgettable show. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080711_bet_j_airs_barbados_jazz.htm The 15th Barbados Jazz Festival, held every January, takes to the airwaves across North America and the Caribbean this weekend on BET J, one of America's top digital cable networks. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080711_caribana_steelbands_announced.htm The order of appearance for the ten steelpan bands performing at the 41st Scotiabank CARIBANA parade (August 2nd) were announced this week. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080711_six_flags_welcomes_machel.htm Fans of soca music and patrons at Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, New Jersey will be in for a special treat on Saturday, July 12th when Trinidad's soca king Machel Montano blasts his sounds into the park. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080709_vincymas_dimanche_gras_results.htm The Carnival Development Corporation of St. Vincent and the Grenadines have announced the winners from Sunday nights Dimanche Gras competition at Victoria Park in Kingstown. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080709_icon_wins_vincy_roadmarch.htm After placing fourth in the Soca Monarch Competition on Saturday, Icon managed to edge out the newly crowned 'Skinny Fabulous', who seemed poised to claim the first double victory since 'Poorsah' did it in 2001. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080706_skinny_fabulous_wins_svg_soca_monarch.htm Split responses from the sold out crowd at Victoria Park last night clearly showed majority support for either Skinny Fabulous or Fireman Hooper. However, after the smoke cleared it was Skinny Fabulous who came out on top, dethroning the six-time Soca Monarch and defending champion. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080705_miss_svg_is_miss_carival.htm As promised by the very confident and obvious host island favorite, Ronique Dellimore (Miss St.Vincent and the Grenadines) was crowned 'Miss Carival' at last nights annual pageant hosted at Victoria Park. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080703_svg_soca_monarch_finals_order.htm The official draw for the order of appearance by the 20 finalists at the SVG Soca Monarch competition took place today at the Cable and Wireless SVG head office in Kingstown. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080703_torontolime_to_cover_vincy_mas.htm Toronto-lime.com, one of the largest websites featuring Caribbean music and events, is in SVG for the first time, to provide coverage of Vincy Mas. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080703_caribana_and_salsa_festival_join.htm Festival twinning project results in cross promotion between Toronto's venerable Caribbean party and fast growing Latin-themed celebration. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080701_natahlee_going_from_sun_til_sun.htm Former Party Monarch and Road March Queen of Barbados, Natahlee has released her track for 2008, Sun 'Til Sun and it is blazing up the airwaves in Bim!! http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080623_diary_of_black_men_explores_black_love.htm Touring internationally since 1983, Thomas Meloncon’s play addresses the question: How do you love a black woman?. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080623_montreal_reggae_fest.htm The Montreal Reggae Festival reaches a milestone celebrating its 5th consecutive year of hosting the hottest names in reggae music at the three day annual festival... http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080623_statement_reppin_for_the_ladies.htm Barbadian Ragga Soca artiste Statement has released his new track for the 2008 Cropover season entitled, “Ladies Anthem”. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080623_ramases_coming_hard_for_the_festival.htm Ramases Brown has released new music for Cropover 2008 in the form of two humourous yet cleverly written songs. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080623_dc_caribbean_comedy_festival.htm On Sunday, June 29th at 7:00 PM in Cramton Auditorium of Howard University, Von Martin rounds off the weekend of Caribbean American Heritage Month and the DC Caribbean carnival events with his historical 20th Annual Caribbeana’s comedy festival, themed “Laugh Up Again, More Jokes Fuh So”. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080623_william_watts_new_single.htm William Watts’ new single, “When She Bounce” has made its debut on the airwaves. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080623_curefest2_on_hold.htm Based on the overwhelming number of request for Jah Cure to perform in Europe it was felt that the time was right for a major tour on that side of the world and the decision was made to postpone CureFest. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080623_prepare_for_a_hypa_season.htm Barbadian Entertainment ambassador Lil Rick affectionately known as “Hypa Dawg” has released two major tracks for the 2008 Cropover Season. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080623_take_a_trip_to_africa_with_peter_ram.htm On the heels of the successful release of the track, “Carnival Praise”, Peter Ram unleashes “African Song”. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080623_cezar_joins_coke_side_life_of_beijing_2008_olympics.htm Cezar's Electro Reggae hit 'Keep On' chosen for Coca-Cola's 'WE8': A series of 8 limited-edition highly stylized, Coca-Cola aluminum contour bottles designed by China's 8 leading graphic artists and accompanied by songs from 8 talented musical artistes from the West. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080623_biggie_showing_love_to_bigg_girlz.htm 2007 International Groovy Soca Monarch Biggie Irie recently launched his 2008 Cropover tune entitled, “Big Girlzz”. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080619_blessing_for_daville.htm Just like the title of his new collaboration single with Demarco, 'Blessings Multiplying', DaVille's musical career continues to flourish abundantly. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080619_fashion_has_no_borders.htm Fashion Has No Borders™ (FHNB) is adding a flare to this summer’s runway. Bringing together celebrities, designers, entertainers and fashion elite, FHNB™ is an explosion of international and local design. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080619_beenie_raring_to_go_at_sumfest.htm Beenie Man's is in an all-time good and optimistic mood and anxiously looking forward to this year's staging of Reggae Sumfest 2008. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080619_caribfest_barrie.htm The second Barrie Caribfest takes place on August 16 and 17, 2008 at Centennial Park in Barrie. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080616_kassav_tribo_de_jah.htm LIP Entertainment kicks off their summer concert season with two of the best groups in their musical genre. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080619_skn_soca_monarch.htm SKNLocal Entertainment Night - SOCA AWARDS ORGANIZATION, INC. is pleased to present to St. Kitts and Nevis a local entertainment night, SKN Total Local Soca Monarch Competition. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080613_bikerboyz5_venue_announced.htm TORONTO-LIME.com and Mr PlayHouse Entertainment have announced the venue for the '5TH ANNUAL BIKER BOYZ BLOCKO'. The annual event which attracts hundreds of motorcycle enthusiasts and thousands of spectators takes place at... http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080613_rudder_and_reid_at_harbourfront.htm Newsweek calls him 'the King of Soca—as Bob Marley is to Jamaica and Bruce Springsteen is to New Jersey, so is David Rudder to Trinidad. Junior Reid, best known for the song "One Blood”, is a Jamaican reggae and dancehall legend. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080611_caribana_on_the_waterfront.htm This weekend, Scotiabank Caribana™ will be participating within Harbourfront's "Luminat'eau: Carnival H20" celebration; a companion event to Toronto's annual 2008 LuminaTO Festival. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080611_ocpa_calypso_tent_begins.htm The Organization of Calypso Performing Artistes (OCPA) presents its annual “Calypso Tent Music Series” from Friday, June 13th through to Sunday July 13th. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080611_radio_tamrbin_10anniv.htm On the 8th of June 1998, Radio Tambrin took to the airwaves and it has been flying high ever since. Now ten years later Tobago’s only radio station Radio Tambrin 92.7FM is commemorating its anniversary with numerous events over the next year http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080611_rass_kassa_honoured_at_caribbean_tales_festival.htm World-renowned film, television and music video director Ras Kassa will be in Toronto this summer, when his prolific career will be honored at Frances-Anne Solomon’s 3rd Annual CaribbeanTales Film Festival. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080611_reflex_studio_cops_top_producer_at_rmaa.htm Reflex Music Studio with Producer/Engineer Ernie walked away with the Top Producer Award at the 2nd annual Canada Reggae Music Achievement Awards held at The Holiday Inn. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080611_no_politics_in_music.htm Ever since the use of sound for pleasure, musicians have braved politics, power, privilege and poverty to create and hone their craft, and if they are lucky enough, are heard. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080611_machel_brings_summer_sizzle.htm This year's Crop Over celebrations will be extra special as the reigning prince of soca, Machel Montano, journeys to Barbados to help celebrate in style. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080611_shaggy_to_intoxicate_europe.htm Dancehall icon Shaggy kicks off his summer tour today and is set to take Europe by storm this summer. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080611_festival_of_life_comes_to_chitown.htm Dancehall icon Shaggy kicks off his summer tour today and is set to take Europe by storm this summer. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080606_isa_voting_begins.htm On-line voting begins today at 6 pm EST, Friday June 6th, 2008, for the 6th Annual International Soca Awards at www.socaawards.com. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080602_mas_in_yuh_rass.htm With only a couple Mas Bands still left to launch, Toronto revellers not only have a vast selection to choose from, but will have the difficult task of deciding who they should 'JUMP UP' with. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080602_reggae_lovers_for_freedom_of_speech.htm It is undeniable that reggae music and the overall culture and lifestyle of Jamaicans are being threatened by different gay rights organizations and individuals alike. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080603_isa_nominees_announced.htm The eagerly anticipated list of Honoree Recipients and Nominees for the 6th Annual International Soca Awards, was officially announced... http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080603_what_goes_around.htm The age-old adage ‘you reap what you sow’ rings true for film director Steve “Tehut-Nine” McAlpin. The seeds sown with the street success of his films Foreign and last year’s lauded Bashment: The Fork in the Road, has reaped McAlpin enough acclaim to make his latest film What Goes Around, a worthy High Definition contender among the summer’s mainstream feature films. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080603_roots_reggae_makes_way_for_dancehall_don_gorgan.htm Adding a dash of classic Dancehall to their Roots Reggae celebration, Friends for Life Promotions, in association with Solar Entertainment, are announcing the addition of Dancehall’s ‘Don Gorgon’ to REGGAE UPRISING: Taking Reggae Back to the Foundation, to be held on July 26th. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080603_stylus_award_winners.htm With the 3rd annual Toyota Yaris 2008 Stylus DJ Awards only coming to an end hours earlier, guests can agree that this event only gets bigger every year. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080603_family_culture_and_lifestyle_show.htm On Saturday, June 28, 2008, Black Woman and Child magazine presents its annual Family Culture and Lifestyle Show in Toronto. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080603_ioctance_new_single_doing_well.htm Reggae singer I-Octane's latest single, 'Different Page' which enjoyed its official release last week, is already generating a good response from the market. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080603_beenie_tops_local_charts.htm The 'dancehall king' Beenie Man not only has the remedy to produce smashing hits and keep the dancehall fans especially the females gravitating to his music but also has the power to stay in the No.1 spot on the charts. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080603_berbice_nominated_for_4_isa_awards.htm Berbice Grenada’s Road March King has been nominated for four awards at the prestigious International Music Awards. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080603_kaj_at_fwtt.htm Kaj Designs, Trinidad and Tobago’s newest couture fashion house, offered the Fashion Week Trinidad and Tobago (FWTT) audience a sensual take on jungle wild life when it unleashed WILD THINGS on Friday May 3. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080603_africa_unite.htm Toronto’s 3rd Annual CaribbeanTales Film Festival will pay tribute to Jamaica’s vibrant culture this summer. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080603_once_upon_a_roti.htm The Urban Recreation Association of Toronto presents www.OnceUponARoti.com at Harbourfront Centre's World Routes Island Soul festival (Lakeside Terrace, Monday August 4). http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080603_montreal_reggaefest.htm Steel Pulse, Junior Kelly, Morgan Heritage, Midnite, Warrior King and Calton Coffie - Reggae music’s top musicians bring the heat to the Quays of the Old Port of Montreal this July 11-13. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080603_miss_tt_uk.htm Carivog International UK announces the first round of screening for participants in the 6th Miss Trinidad and Tobago UK Pageant and Cultural Show has begun. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080526_taste_tnt.htm Taste TnT 2008 is an exciting culinary concept showcasing the best of Trinidad and Tobago's food while at the same time highlighting the creative talents of the country's top and up-and-coming chefs. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080522_atlanta_carnival_2k8.htm The City of Atlanta comes alive on Saturday, May 24, 2008 with the festive celebration of the 20th Annual Atlanta Caribbean Carnival in downtown Atlanta. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080522_jamelody_new_album.htm Be Prepared, Jamelody’s 15 track VP Records debut CD, showcases a rare voice - soulful, gritty, with echoes of Dennis Brown and Garnet Silk, as well as Stevie Wonder. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080522_cezar_new_fanbase.htm It was the dance remix of Bob Marley's Sun is Shining in 1999 that brought a positive reggae message to the attention of a new age of young club goers and now in 2008 Cezar is doing the same. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080522_belmoun_sponsors_miss_slu.htm Caribbean lifestyle clothing brand; Bellemoun is proud to announce their sponsorship of this year's Queen of the Islands Canada pageant contestant Jamie Lynell Ellis. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080522_lady_saw_assembles_her_a_team.htm The esteemed Queen of the Dancehall, Lady Saw, having achieved many of her goals, has set some new ones and, as usual, is determined to score top marks. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080522_sumfest_lineup.htm Billed as "The Best Show on Earth," Reggae Sumfest returns this year on July 13 - 19, in Montego Bay, Jamaica. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080522_icm_fest_miami.htm The 9th Annual International Caribbean Music Festival (ICM FEST) will boast the same star-studded line-up that has made it more of a destination than a concert for almost a decade now. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080522_machel_named_music_ambassador.htm Montano will be honored with the groundbreaking Phoenix Award from the City of Atlanta and named the "Caribbean Music Ambassador." http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080521_lady_shelly_new_video_shoot.htm Lady Shelly spent the last week and a half in LaSalle Quebec where she shot the video for her single “talk up now”. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080521_spice_prepping_for_england.htm Spice is set to perform in England alongside Baby Cham, they are slated to perform at the Cascade, Birmingham and Stratford Rex, London the shows will be on May 24th and 25th respectively. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080521_caribbean_airlines_expanding.htm Caribbean Airlines announced that it is expanding its service to Florida with the addition of four weekly flights between Fort Lauderdale and Port-of-Spain, Trinidad. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080513_rmaa.htm In keeping with the celebration of Black Music Month, the 2nd annual Reggae Music Achievement Awards will be held on Sunday, June 8th, 2008. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080513_queen_angie_to_defend_title.htm The organizing committee of the Miss Personality and Marvelous Queen and Ring Bang Calypso show highlighted today that the show will feature all brand new releases by the islands top calypsonians. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080513_sao_launches_may14.htm SOCA AWARDS ORGANIZATION, INC. ENDORSED BY ST. KITTS TOURISM AUTHORITY PRESENTS THE 2008 INTERNATIONAL SOCA AWARDS (iSA6) - SOCA GLITZ, glamour and excitement!. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080513_sumfest_named_concert_of_the_year.htm "Concert of the Year" and "Promoter of the Year" were two coveted awards won by Reggae Sumfest and Summerfest Productions at the 27th Annual International Reggae and World Music Awards. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080513_wayne_wonder_surpriz_ny_fans.htm Reggae "Icons" Buju Banton, Super Cat and Barrington Levy are not exactly the perfect lineup for your mama this Mother's Day. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080513_richie_spice_new_album_gideon_boot.htm Culture reggae star Richie Spice is heading into the summer on a high note as he sees the release of his newest catalog of hits, Gideon Boot. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080509_lilliput_theatre_premiers_the_emperors_new_clothes.htm Trinidad and Tobago’s audiences will be taken on a thought-provoking and imaginative journey with Lilliput Theatre’s adaptation of the Hans Christian Anderson tale, The Emperor’s New Clothes. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080512_st_george_wins_ziadie_cup.htm St. George's College Old Boy Association of South Florida (STGCFL) defeated the Jamaica College Old Boys Association of South Florida (JCOBAFL) 3-1 in the 4th Annual Dennis Ziadie Memorial Cup. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080509_tampa_carnival_2008.htm The Tampa Bay Caribbean Carnival is celebrating its 16th year and will take place at historic and scenic Vinoy Park in downtown St. Petersburg, FL, June 14th and 15th, 2008. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080509_get_ready_for_sumfest.htm "Reggae Sumfest 2008 is definitely on for July 13-19, and will once again set standards as the greatest reggae show on earth", announced Johnny Gourzong, executive director of the festival. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080509_irawma_a_success.htm The 27th International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA) went off without a hitch on Sunday, May 4 at the Apollo Theater in historic Harlem, New York. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080509_machel_dominates_irawma.htm He promised "bigger and better in 2008" and soca superstar Machel Montano is living up to that promise, as he's having perhaps his best year yet. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080512_spice_shoots_giddy_up_viedo.htm Spice has shot a new medley video from her new singles 'Giddy Up' and 'Whoa', 'Giddy Up' was shot at two locations in Port more, Caymanas park Track and Ferdie Nieta Park. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080512_benedicto_hits_the_runway.htm Fashion lovers take heed; Benedicto hits the runway with a vengeance!. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080512_callaloo_conquers_cayman.htm Once again Marlon Singh’s ‘Callaloo’, Cedric Gidarsingh and Daryll Singh’s ‘Caribbean Callaloo’ takes the title of Band of the year for CAYMAN ISLANDS 'Batabano' 2008. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080429_2008_stylus_dj_awards.htm Mark your calendars and get ready for this year’s Toyota Yaris 2008 SpinFest Weekend and the Toyota Yaris 2008 Stylus DJ Awards. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080428_tobago_jazz.htm International and local acts delivered stellar performances in a sold out weekend at the annual Plymouth Jazz Festival in Tobago. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080423_ira_afterparty_at_revival.htm Revival Reggae Sundays will host the official after party for the 27th International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA). http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080423_junior_reiad_enters_the_danger_zone.htm Through its ongoing association with SoBe Entertainment, the Danger Zone Music Group has done it again this time by signing reggae icon and current international superstar Junior 'One Blood' Reid. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080423_ziadie_cup_sponsors.htm Grace Kennedy Remittance Services/ Western Union, Super Clubs, JN International Money Transfer, Air Jamaica, Virtual Enterprise, Decco Designs and Jamaicans.com, have all signed on to sponsor the 2008 Ziadie Memorial Cup Soccer Match. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080423_alaine_headlines_in_tdot.htm Billed as "The Heavenly Alaine," songbird Alaine will be heading to Toronto,Canada this weekend for a special concert celebrating the hit makers of the past and present.. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080423_pressure_to_headline_in_barbados.htm Culture reggae crooner Pressure Buss Pipe is preparing to headline at the Barbados "Reggae on the Hill" festival, on Sunday, April 27. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080421_caribana2008_schedule_announced.htm ScotiaBank CARIBANA announced several exciting advancements for this year's festival in a press conference held at the ROM (Royal Ontario Museum) on Monday. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080418_richie_spice_di_place_land_vid_debut.htm Culture reggae star Richie Spice's commentary on a social crisis affecting Caribbean immigrants during air travel to the States is getting worldwide attention in the video for his new single, "The Plane Land." http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080416_hiphop_exploiting_reggae_resources.htm After only one year in existence the first ever reggae/dancehall record pool has seen its membership grown from only a few disc jockeys to well over 400, all in a matter of months. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080416_crossovah_releases_single_for_2008.htm Crossovah is one musical group to keep on the radar of the Caribbean scene after the success of the last single "Wuk Up Yuh Waist" during Trinidad's 2008 Carnival, Crossovah returns with their Smooth and Groovy single "Doing Just Fine." http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080414_vp_signs_deal_with_koch.htm VP Records, the pioneering and dominant force in reggae music, today announced the signing of an exclusive distribution agreement with KOCH Entertainment, the largest independent distributor in Canada. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080414_new_carnival_for_the_calendar.htm The Palm Beach Multicultural Organization (PBMOI) is introducing a new carnival to the calendar. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080414_richie_spice_shoots_new_video.htm Culture reggae star Richie Spice is excited about the release of his new album, Gideon Boot, set to hit store shelves on May 13. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080414_soul_rebellion_gives_back_lands_mavado_billboard_mag.htm Dancehall sensation Mavado has faced his share of troubles but this week sees his name in a more positive note as he's featured in Billboard Magazine, for his contributions to music and his charitable inclinations in his country. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080414_pressure_shows_love_and_affection_throughout_the_world.htm Since the release of his new album, reggae crooner Pressure Buss Pipe has been relentlessly spreading his sounds, in and out of the islands. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080414_alaine_on_the_rise_with_new_album.htm Songbird Alaine has been wowing crowds home and away with hit tracks from her new album, Sacrifice. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080414_we_sponsors_miss_queen_delegates.htm Canada's premiere West Indian Entertainment magazine, WE announced today that it will be sponsoring two contestants competing in Jamaal Magloire’s 2nd Annual Miss Queen of the Islands beauty pageant taking place on July 5th. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080414_miss_queen_sashing.htm Fourteen beauties were sashed on Saturday at De Great Iron Pot Restaurant and Banquet Hall for the 2nd annual 'Miss Queen of the Islands', which will be hosted by NBA star Jamaal Magloire on July 5th. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080410_axis_of_evil_comedy_stars.htm In town this weekend, the guys who brought you the wildly popular “Axis of Evil Comedy Tour,”Ahmed Ahmed, Maz Jobrani and guest Dean Obeidallah. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080410_amani_to_headline_at_rapsofest.htm Anne-Marie Woods aka Amani (The Contemporary Blues Poet of Toronto)... has been selected to be the main feature on Thursday, May 8th, 2008 at the Women of de Oral Tradition Showcase in Trinidad as part of the 19th Annual RapsoFest. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080410_intl_reggae_collide_this_april.htm Revival Reggae Sundays dance party will feature some of the reggae industry’s biggest artists this month. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080410_jamaica_college_old_boys_confident.htm With recent victories in two Alumni High school soccer tournaments the Jamaica College Old Boys Association of Florida (JCOBAFL) is confident their team will be victorious at the 4th Annual Dennis Ziadie Cup Memorial Soccer Match on Saturday April 26th, 2008. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080410_producers_to_work_with_magnum.htm Magnum Kings and Queens of Dancehall is committed to equipping the winners with the tools to take the dancehall world by storm. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080410_alison_hinds_garners_4_award_nominations.htm After the highly anticipated release of her debut solo album SOCA QUEEN (produced by the renowned Salaam Remi) in November 2007, ALISON HINDS the undisputed Queen Of Soca continues her reign in 2008, picking up four prestigious nominations with two major Caribbean Award Shows. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080410_rmaa.htm In recognition of Black Music Month, The 2nd Annual Reggae Achievement Awards will be held Sunday, June 8, 2008 in the Trillium Ballroom of the Holiday Inn Select Hotel located at 970 Dixon Rd, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080410_digicel_u20_at_sunderland.htm The Digicel Kick Start Clinic's Journey of Champions began on Saturday April 5 when the eight Caribbean boys, selected by International footballer John Barnes, travelled from Jamaica to the UK to train at Sunderland AFC's Academy of Light. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080410_israel_ballet.htm International dance superstars from around the world - including Germany, Israel, Lithuania, Russia, Spain, and Vienna and principals from the National Ballet of Canada - will grace the stage together on Sunday, May 4, 2008 at the Toronto Centre for the Arts for the 7th annual Stars of the 21st Century. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080410_lutan_fyah_sets_europe_ablaze.htm With stops in Germany, Italy and France, Lutan now blazes through Spain, Portugal and Scandinavia, getting a great response on his six-week Europe tour. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080331_fusion5.htm The fifth installment from the Fusion V movement took place inside Solarium on Friday March 28th, 2008. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080407_fayeann_cover_of_we.htm Canadian hottie ‘Jully Black’ graced the February cover and soulful Jamaican sisters ‘Brick and Lace’ donned the March cover. In April, WE keeps the pages burning with Trinidad’s most talked about female artist, Faye-Ann Lyons. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080407_west_palm_beach_carnival.htm The Palm Beach Multicultural Organization Inc (PBMOI) will host the first annual "West Palm Beach Carnival" at the South Florida Fair Grounds, West Palm Beach on Saturday June 14th 2008. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080407_digicel_cricket.htm Vice captain Ramnaresh Sarwan may have relieved the Gordon Greenidge led selection panel of one responsibility leading into the upcoming Digicel Test Series against Australia with a bold declaration after batting West Indies to a series levelling victory in the Second Digicel Test at the Queen’s Park Oval. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080327_bacchanal_beauty_week.htm Making its grand debut is the Jergen’s Bacchanal Beauty Week with additional sponsorship provided by Geddes Refrigeration Ltd., Novelty Party Rental and Designworx. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080324_machel_ready_to_rock_ny.htm Soca superstar Machel Montano is set to rock the cultural capital of the world when he headlines twice in one night at Madison Square Garden in New York City, on Friday, March 28. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080319_dangerzone_takeing_music_to_higher_level.htm The Danger Zone Music Group emerged in the year 2000 out of a need to provide positive and quality music to the masses. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080324_sanjay_getting_positive_response.htm Sanjay has been getting and overwhelmingly positive response from the reggae market for his transformed image. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080324_queen_for_a_day.htm Tarrus Riley’s hit single, “She’s Royal,” is an appropriate song to describe the action and mannerism of lead actress Gloria Surage in Yvette Martin’s play “Queen For A Day.”. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080317_bacchanal_jamaica.htm It has been a phenomenal start for Bacchanal Jamaica and if the jam-packed Friday night fetes are any indication of what’s to come in the final month, socaphiles can expect an electrifying carnival 2008. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080318_jah_cure_maintains_focus.htm Jah Cure has remained focused and continues to make a significant impact on the local and international scene with a European tour scheduled for this summer as well as several new tunes released. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080317_linkup_media_sponsors_opencode_dominoes.htm The International Open Domino Inc. will host their 1st annual Open Code Tournament. The two-day tournament is scheduled to be held on April 19th-20th,from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM at the Caribbean Performing Arts Center (CPAC) 1020 E 48th Street, Brooklyn NY 11203. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080317_rebelmix_expands.htm Rebelmix, the Caribbean's first and leading full-service digital distribution solution, in its continued effort to bring Caribbean art forms and talent greater exposure on the global market has expanded its horizon by signing one of the largest labels from the Eastern Caribbean. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080317_cezar_live_at_kingstons_beer_tnl.htm Cezar now returns with what some consider his best effort yet. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080317_4th_annual_dennis_zaidie_cup.htm The 4th Annual soccer match between the Jamaica College Old Boys Association of Florida and the St. George's College Old Boys Association of Florida for the Dennis Zaidie Trophy, will take place at 4.00 pm on Saturday April 26th, 2008 at the Silver Shores Park, in Miramar. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080313_tempo_launches_badness_outta_style.htm Tempo, the Caribbean’s premier entertainment network, is pleased to announce a continuation of its antiviolence pro-social campaign, BADNESS OUTTA STYLE, with the new show, “Badness Outta Style,” which premiers on Sunday. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080310_grenada_diaspora_celebrates_globally.htm MARCH 13, 2008 will mark the 29th anniversary since the Grenadian people, led by Maurice Bishop's New Jewel Movement (NJM), indigenously took the destiny of their country into their own hands and gave birth to the first and only armed popular revolution in the Commonwealth Caribbean. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080312_culture_shock_cd_release.htm Canada’s Most Celebrated Club DJ, Baba Kahn has teamed up with SPG Music to release his highly anticipated debut album “Culture Shock”. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080311_davilles_yesterday_tops_cvm_video_chart.htm Daville continues to hold strides with his music video 'Yesterday' it has held the number one position for two consecutive weeks, on the Hit list Video Countdown Chart on CVM, and the feedback it has been receiving is very encouragin. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080311_ms_triniti_burnin_up_airwaves.htm Ms. Triniti, who’s single “Bongce Along” peaked at number 16 on the Billboard Hip Hop/RnB Singles Sales Chart last year, is once again setting U.S. airwaves afire with her scorching new single “Wi Burnin (Woy Yoy Yoy).”. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080312_bet_media_partner_for_reggae_charity_concert.htm Black Entertainment Television (BET) has joined the ‘Team Jamaica on the Road to Beijing’ campaign, partnering with Team Jamaica Bickle and VP Records on the ‘Team Jamaica on the Road to Beijing’ Reggae Charity Concert, to be held at Brooklyn College on April 20th. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080310_comedians_for_climate_project.htm The worldwide comedy phenomenon, Russell Peters, returns to Montreal to host a special evening of comedy to raise funds and awareness for Al Gore's not-for-profit The Climate Project-Canada (CP-C) initiative on Saturday, April 5th. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080310_mastamind_celebrates_3_years.htm On March 10th 2005, Natasha Andrews-Noel and Shawn Noel, came together to start the company Mastamind Productions. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080310_magnum_developing_talent.htm The judges of Magnum Kings and Queens of the Dancehall bring a wealth of Dancehall knowledge with decades of experience in the Music industry and know how to manage careers and 'buss' new talent. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080310_st_patricks_day_is_coming.htm J. Malone’s Irish Pub and Restaurant in Movie Towne, is pleased to announce the Irish invasion with the band CALOGA direct from Dublin, Ireland. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080305_scotiabank_is_caribana2k8_title_sponsor.htm Scotia Bank and the Festival management Committee (FMC) of CARIBANA announced earlier today, a two year partnership that will see Scotia Bank become the title sponsor of North America's largest Caribbean festival (CARIBANA). http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080307_machel_at_msg.htm Soca superstar Machel Montano is getting ready to shine in the spotlight once again when he headlines at New York's famed Madison Square Garden (MSG) on Friday, March 28. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080307_mavado_gives_back.htm Dancehall's bad boy David "Mavado" Brooks will be setting his sights on doing good when he headlines the 2008 Soul Rebellion event on March 11th in Negril, Jamaica. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080307_grillaras_production.htm Rebelmix, the Caribbean's leading digital music distributor, and Khabir 'Kabs' Bonner, owner and operator of Grillaras Productions have teamed up to bring a different flavour of reggae music to the fore. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080305_reggae_sundays_returns.htm Reggae Sundays returns on Sunday March 23rd with a special tribute for Women’s History Month. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080305_cahfi_seeks_to_promote_awareness.htm On March 11th 2008, the Caribbean-American Heritage Foundation Inc, CAHFI is scheduled to launch the first in their series of educational workshops geared towards promoting the awareness and recognition of Caribbean-Americans and their contribution to the United States of America. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080305_beenieman_still_the_most_popular.htm Love him or hate him, Moses 'Beenie Man' Davis still remains the most popular artiste around. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080305_laugh_it_off.htm Beat the winter blues. Call on your girl friends and make plans for Saturday, April 5 to check out three of Canada’s funniest female comics; Debra DiGiovanni, Laurie Elliott and Kristeen von Hagen at Toronto’s Panasonic Theatre. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080305_education_is_no_joke_tour_culminates_on_positive_note.htm We are showing that it is not difficult to motivate students and that the work that is necessary can be done with the right planning and execution. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080305_i_octane_crosses_the_poverty_line.htm I-Octane recently received recognition at the Excellence in Music and Entertainment Awards for his music video 'Stab Vampire' and his latest video 'Poverty' seems set to follow in the same direction. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080305_coskel_univ_and_zerphis_sign_multimillion_deal.htm Distribution Deal with Exclusive Japanese Wholesaler Zerphis, Poises Coskel University Clothing Line for Premiere Placement in Major Markets. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080304_patrons_follow_di_arrow_to_magnum.htm By the time Mavado, Bounty Killa and Ninja Man exited the stage at about 6 am, Magnum Follow Di Arrow 2008 had already gone down in dancehall history as one of the best shows ever to grace the shores of Jamaica's north coast. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080229_king_chero_records.htm A new Record Label is being launched in the UK to help promote artists in the Caribbean and Hip Life music arena. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080228_magnum_kings_and_queens_gives_power_to_the_people.htm Jamaicans have an acute sense of what constitutes quality and in an artiste. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080228_st_lucia_jazz_lineup.htm The St. Lucia Tourist Board announces the musical line-up for the 17th anniversary of the St. Lucia Jazz Festival, slated for May 2 - May 11, 2008. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080228_musicwerks.htm New Digital Business Platform Provides Up and Coming Artists and Independent Labels With The Essential Tools and Services Needed to Master the Music Industry. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080228_additional_saltimbanco_performances.htm Cirque du Soleil is pleased to announce that due to overwhelming demand, the Saltimbanco Arena Tour has added two performances on Friday, August 15 and Friday, August 23 at 3:30 p.m. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080228_education_is_no_joke.htm The No Joke Entertainment and VP Records "Education is No Joke" School tour continued to blaze a trail last week with some of Jamaica's top entertainers visiting their Alma Maters. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080228_steelie_bashment_appreciation.htm In appreciation for the throngs of ticket holding fans that weren't able to get into his sold-out birthday affair, New York's ruling champion soundman Steelie Bashment is hosting an appreciation party, granting free access to anyone with an unused ticket from his 2008 Red and White Birthnight Affair. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080228_digicel_kickstart_additional_footballers_for_sunderland.htm Impressed by the immense talent seen throughout the region, Sunderland AFC makes decision to take an additional two footballers. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080228_soul_rebellion.htm Dancehall's bad boy David "Mavado" Brooks will be setting his sights on doing good when he headlines the 2008 Soul Rebellion event on March 11th in Negril, Jamaica. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080224_carriacou_2k8_roadmarch.htm Pupa L’eendi didn’t defend his titles this year for Carriacou carnival but still won Road March making it three Road March titles in a row, with 2008 hit ‘Rum Ohhh’. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080220_gt_soca_monarch.htm Adrian Dutchin picked up his third Soca Monarch title in the last four years, reclaiming the crown from defending champion Malo, with his tune ”No Place Like Home”. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080221_trinal_knights_2k8_theme.htm Fresh from a 2007 Band of the Year title (Category B) in their first year out the gate, Dexter Seusahai's team of professional mas-makers is ready to make a splash with a unique and intricate display of creativity and colour. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080221_black_history_366days.htm Americans have recognized Black History annually since 1926, first as “Negro History Week” and later as “Black History Month.”. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080221_toronto_art_expo.htm The Toronto Art Expo, Canada's premiere fine art exhibition and sale, celebrates its sixth year with its largest show ever featuring over 350 established Canadian and international artists and galleries from 12 countries. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080220_sunderland_afc_awaits_caribbean_footballers.htm England Premier League Club, Sunderland AFC is eagerly awaiting the imminent arrival of the six Caribbean U20 footballers who will be spending a week at the Premier League club's Academy of Light following the conclusion and final selection of the Digicel Kick Start Football Clinics in Jamaica. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080220_ms_triniti.htm International recording and performing artiste Ms. Triniti, known for her unique musical fusion style known as “Ragga Hop”, is riding high on the successful release of her latest track “Wi Burnin (Woy Yoy Yoy)” and its Soca remix version. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080220_elephant_chris_brown_release.htm Pop and RnB singer, 18 years-old Chris Brown, is the latest in a slew of international acts to have combined their talents with that of dancehall's Energy God, Elephant Man. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080219_sanjay_transformed.htm When Sanjay released 'Man of My Word' on the Guardian Angel Riddim for the Fresh Air Label in 2007. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080219_digicel_kickstart_final_leg.htm The eighth and final leg of the Digicel Kick Start Football Clinics ended in Jamaica yesterday with a 1-0 win for the Jamaica National U20's against Seba United. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080218_edu_is_no_joke.htm The tour has been reuniting some of Jamaica's most popular artistes with their Alma Maters and this week surprised the students of three schools in different parts of the island. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080218_reggaeu.htm A riveting new documentary that examines the underbelly of the reggae culture internationally with shocking footage and brutally frank interviews is scheduled for release in the American market during Reggae month, on Tuesday February 26. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080212_saltimbanco.htm Cirque du Soleil is pleased to announce that the Saltimbanco Arena Tour will stop in Toronto at the Air Canada Centre for a limited engagement from August 13 to August 24, 200. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080202_bunji_tops_soca_monarch.htm After the smoke cleared at the Queens Park Oval last night, it was Bunji Garlin who came out on top in the Power Soca Monarch Category. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080130_king_semifinals.htm A dissappointed Geraldo Viera Sr. came in 19th out of the 20 semi-finalists competing last night, after placing 1st at the preliminaries the week before. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080129_panorama_semifinal_results.htm Results from Sunday's Semi-Final at Queens Park Savannah. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080128_tnt_calypso_monarch_finalists.htm The finalist of the 2008 Calypso Monarch has been announced, but not without protest from last years winner Weston Rawlins (Cro Cro). http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080126_tnt_queen_of_carnival_comp.htm Reigning Toronto Caribana Queen, Tamara Alleyne-Gittens tied for first place (with Lenora Caterson) in the preliminary round of the 'Queen of the Bands' competition earlier this week http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080124_panorama_semifinalists.htm by order of appearance http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080123_luciano_comes_full_circle.htm After releasing over 40 full length albums, Luciano is back with his new work: 'Jah Is My Navigator'. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080123_digicel_kickstart_st_kitts.htm At a surprise meet and greet at the Robert Llewellyn Bradshaw (RLB) International Airport in Basseterre St. Kitts, Sam Condor, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports, welcomed John Barnes, Head Coach of the Digicel Clinics. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080123_cecile_nominated_for_2_awards.htm Ce'Cile has started the New Year on good footing. She is now reaping the fruits of the hard work invested in her career last year as she sits among the best of the best in Richie B's Excellence in Music and Entertainment (EME) Award for Vocalist of the Year and in the Reggae Music Academy Awards where she is nominated for Best Solo Female Reggae Vocal Performance with her single 'I'm Waiting'. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080123_eme_awards_set_for_feb7.htm By popular demand the fourth installment of the Annual Excellence in Music and Entertainment Awards, (EMEs) will for the first time be aired from outside the studios of Hot 102 FM. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080123_theatre_direct_brings_the_heaven_shop.htm Theatre Direct, one of the country’s leading creators of exceptional theatre for young audiences, is proud to present Binti’s Journey, an adaptation of Deborah Ellis’s award-winning novel The Heaven Shop. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080123_uma_launches_in_caribbean.htm The 1st annual Caribbean Urban Music Awards- launches in Jamaica on the 26th of April 2008 on the prestigious James Bond Beach in Ochios Rios, Jamaica. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080123_digicel_kickstart_3rd_leg_complete.htm The third and final day of the Barbados Digicel Kick Start Clinics ended with an arduous 2-1 win for the National Under-19 team. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080123_digicel_clinics_to_strengthen_football_in_barbados.htm The first day of the Barbados Digicel Clinics has already made an impression with the Barbados football fraternity. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080123_jadine_shines_with_new_video.htm There are many stars from the Caribbean but there is only one Jadine. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/08012_bling_and_ting.htm Caribbean music has always been depicted in certain ways - artists are almost always vying for love, lust, power or revenge, common themes in urban music emanating from the American hip-hop and rap game. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080122_soca_monarch_finalists_announced.htm Twenty one fnalists have been announced to compete at 'Fantastic Friday' (Int'l Soca Monarch Finals) to be held on Carnival Friday February 1st at the Queens Park Oval. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080119_a_winter_tale_screenings.htm Worldwide screening dates for 'A Winter Tale' and 'Talk it Out' announced. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080116_get_on_on_de_road.htm As the race for the National Road March honours heats up and songs jockey for prime position in the final stretch, there is one that is on the lips of all soca lovers be they toddlers or elder. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080116_samba_squad_jumpstarts_carnval.htm Can’t make it to Rio for Carnaval? Well tear off your parka ‘cause Samba Squad is bringing Rio to Lula Lounge with a Brazilian Carnaval party on Friday, February 1st. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080116_glow_2008.htm Over the past seven years Island Style Entertainment has produced Glow-Wear White event – one of the premiere parties on the calendar of the Trinidad and Tobago Carnival season, but has not limited itself to these shores. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080116_digicel_kickstart_football_2nd_leg.htm The third and last day of the Haiti Digicel Kick Start Clinic saw an aggressive and exciting game with strong defenses by both sides on Monday, January 14. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080116_callaloo_launches_2k8_theme.htm Callaloo will be making history as they introduce mas in schools starting with Bendale High School in Toronto. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080116_linkup_media.htm LinkUp Media- the parent company of LinkUp Radio 93.5FM WVIP, Plush TV, Caribbean Link Newspaper, and Jamrock Magazine - is the largest Caribbean owned media house in the Tri-state area, serving over 2 million Caribbean-Americans. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080116_magnum_kings_and_queens_of_dancehall_talent_show.htm With the promise of Millions of dollars worth of cash and prizes to be won, Magnum Kings and Queens of Dancehall has been able to attract the best dancehall talent in the country and has proved its legitimacy as dancehall's premier talent show. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080116_mr_dale_spreading_his_addiction.htm Dale Rudder a.k.a “Mr. Dale” has definitely played his part in preventing us soca addicts from “kicking” our habit, with the release of his video for the track “Soca Junkie”. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080116_peter_ram_pumpin_up_the_charts.htm Peter Ram, the man who last year brought us the mega hit, “Woman by my side” is yet again making musical waves with his current chart climber, “Pumpin” and its accompanying music video. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080116_dvybz_socas_next_big_thing.htm The hot new soca group d’Vybz Band, in a just a year has created its own unique sounds that blends soca, calypso, dancehall and hip-hop, securing it a special place in the Caribbean and world music industry. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080116_coba_yebo.htm COBA, Collective of Black Artists leaps boldly into its 15th year with YEBO! – a season program that pays homage to African traditions and blazes an exciting trail for the future of contemporary dance. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080116_digicel_kickstart_football_1st_leg.htm The third and last day of the Guyana Digicel Kick Start Clinic saw a well contested game with many strong tackles on the soaked pitch at the National Park Rugby field. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080116_got_to_have_faith.htm Life and Style Entertainment launches 2008 with the Toronto premiere of “Got To Have Faith”, written and Directed by Dwaine Mitchell. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080110_elvis_tops_chutney_soca_monarch.htm The 2008 NLCB Chutney Soca Monarch kicked off in fine style at the Rienzi Complex in Couva on Saturday night with 30 artistes delivering the best in Chutney Soca as they vied for a place in the Grand Final scheduled for Saturday 19th January at Skinner Park in San Fernando. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080110_gyptian_premieres_new_video.htm No stranger to the limelight, acclaimed reggae artist Gyptian returns to the spotlight as he unveils the video for the first single from his sophomore album, "I Can Feel Your Pain." http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080110_wayne_wonder_kicks_off_album_tour.htm After all these years of bringing us eloquent rhymes professing uncomplicated love and undying affection, Wayne Wonder continues to delight fans everywhere. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080101_take_ah_drink.htm SW Storm releases his new single for Carnival 2008 titled “Take ah Drink”. This track has an “old skool” soca feel with a modern day musical arrangement and one wacky hook line. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080110_soca_monarch_semifinalists_announced.htm Sixty-two artists have been announced to compete at the 2008 Soca Monarch semi-finals. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080110_no_stopping_lutan_fyah.htm Coming off a successful festive season Lutan Fyah is now gearing up for the release of his latest album dubbed 'Old Capitol'. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080110_island_stubs_levels_the_playing_field.htm By using cutting edge technology, Island Stubs is fast becoming the first choice for Caribbean event promoters, producers and patrons who are seeking electronic ticketing solutions. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080110_touch_the_sky.htm LKTYP is proud to present Michael Miller’s new play Touch the Sky a new work in celebration of Black History Month. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080110_st_kitts_carnival_review.htm The streets of Basseterre were flooded with revelers and mas players jamming to the sounds of various sound systems, dj’s and bands. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080110_john_barnes_gives_guyana_coaches_advice.htm Caribbean-born International footballer John Barnes' opening remarks during the first day of the Digicel Kick Start Clinics in Guyana was the definitive message to the 24 players of the Guyana National U-20 team and their five coaches. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080110_tnt_village_at_ing_miami_marathon.htm The beautiful twin isle of Trinidad and Tobago will be showcased during the upcoming ING Miami Marathon, to be held on Sunday, January 27th 2008. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080107_a_winter_tale_kicks_off_in_toronto.htm On Thursday January 31st, award-winning filmmaker Frances-Anne Solomon's multimedia organization CaribbeanTales will kick off Black History Month with a special screening and reception to launch the Toronto theatrical release of her acclaimed feature film A Winter Tale. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080107_digicel_kick_start_launches_in_guyana.htm Digicel, the largest sponsors of football in the Caribbean, launched the Digicel Kick Start Clinics in Guyana today. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080107_magnum_kings_and_queens_of_dancehall_a_revolution.htm As the New Year dawns in Jamaica, dancehall lovers all over the globe are in a heightened state of anticipation waiting for the premier of Magnum Kings and Queens of Dancehall this Saturday, January 5th 2008 at 9pm on TVJ. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080107_jadine_releases_hot_new_video.htm Jadine aka Soca Deva hits off the New Year on a high note as she releases the video for her first single, "Don't Call My Phone." http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080107_shaggy_and_akon_make_sweet_music.htm Shaggy's Intoxication blasted onto the Billboard Reggae Chart at number 1 when it hit shelves in November, and now it's heating up as he teams up with hip-hop mastermind Akon on his next single. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080107_billboard_names_top_artists_of_2007.htm The year is over and the charts are in. And although there have been infinite predictions from industry pundits, the only chart that really matters, at least in the U.S., is the Billboard chart. Here is how Billboard stacked up reggae's top artists for 2007. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080107_biggie_irie_ready_to_defend_in_tnt.htm Barbadian Singer/Songwriter Geoffrey Cordle known in the music arena as “Biggie Irie” will be defending his title of International Groovy Soca Monarch in Trinidad and Tobago at the Soca Monarch finals on Feb 1st 2008. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080107_caspa_and_alley_cat_go_digital_with_rebelmix.htm Rebelmix, the Caribbean's first and leading full-service digital distribution solution, has teamed up with groundbreaking producer Kasadie "Caspa" Jones to place his recent release, The Banner Riddim, on the Apple iTunes Store and other leading digital retailers worldwide. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080107_a_winter_tale.htm Frances-Anne Solomon's acclaimed award-winning film will open to cinema goers this February! http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080101_return_fete_fast_approaching.htm For most people, a new year begins on January 1st but for the soca lovers of the world, a new year is signified with the arrival of a new Carnival season. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080101_we_mag_celebrates_tnt_carnival.htm In its short six month existence, WE Magazine has managed some pretty impressive covers, including entertainment icons Alison Hinds, Machel Montano and Jah Cure; but to kick off the 2008 New Year, the mag has chosen not to feature a familiar face on the cover, but rather his masterful art. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080101_official_statement_from_jah_cure.htm "2007 was a challenging year for me; however, throughout the year I was able to stay focused on the music while maintaining a positive attitude. I am here to uplift the people as I myself was once down..." http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080101_spice_daniel_rips_d_angel.htm In the eyes of many patrons, Spice eclipsed Mavado's brilliant performance at Sting 07 with at least four songs that all earned big forwards from the massive, notoriously hard-to-please crowd at Jamworld in Portmore. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080101_mastamind_project3_hits_stores.htm Da Mastamind Project 3 is now available in stores worldwide. This year’s compilation promises to keep you entertained from start to finish. The album will feature 16 tracks and one bonus track. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080101_pelf_comes_strong_for_carnival_2k8.htm The anagram is one which can be used to describe this talented and fashionable Soca artiste who is known in the entertainment arena as PELF. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/2008/080101_magnum_kings_and_queens_to_buss_new_talent.htm Saturday January 5th, 2008 will see the beginning of a new chapter in the history of dancehall music in Jamaica when the much touted and highly anticipated Magnum Kings and Queens of Dancehall will premier at 9 pm on TVJ. http://www.toronto-lime.com/carnival/tnt_events.htm The official NCC schedule of events for TnT Carnival was revised today. http://www.toronto-lime.com/carnival/tnt_fetes.htm An updated list of Carnival fetes and all-inclusives was revised today. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_torontolime_promoter_award.htm The 2-time International Soca Awards winning website, www.TORONTO-LIME.com, copped yet another accolade last week. This time the online entertainment site was named ‘Favourite Website’ at the New York Promoter Awards hosted at Rum Jungle in Queens. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_trelawny_family_day.htm Once again it is that time of the year for the annual Trelawny Family Fun Day set to take place at the Trelawny Multi Purpose Stadium on New Year's Day, Janaury 1, 2008. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_island_stubs_launched.htm On Tuesday December 18, Islandstubs.com officially launched its new Caribbean online ticketing service. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_shurwayne_collie_buddz_mastamind.htm Shawn Noel has brought together two of the Caribbean's brightest and most gifted artistes to produce a sure hit, that until now very few people even knew was going to happen. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_heart_to_art_and_rebelmix.htm Groundbreaking Heart to Art Music, New Yaard Entertainment, and Father Romie's Nuclear Records have teamed up with digital music distributor Rebelmix to release their 2 latest projects globally. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_christmas_passion.htm On Christmas night, Tuesday December 25, 2007, veteran entertainment management and consultancy company, The Julius Caesar Entertainment Company, will host its sixth annual Christmas celebration, Christmas Passion VI: The Love Boat, in the Grand Ballroom on board the elegant Ocean Pearl vessel. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_assassin_money_machine_video.htm Assassin has just wrapped shooting his latest video for the song Money Machine which he recently recorded with Sadiki on Assassin's own Board House label. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_carnival_nationz_2k8_theme.htm 2-Time Caribana 'Band of the Year' and defending King, Queen and Male Individual of Caribana winners; Foster Pontiac Buick GMC and Carnival Nationz have launched their much anticipated theme for Caribana 2008 http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_tales_from_iceboxland_sold_out.htm Queen Macoomeh’s first book – Tales from Icebox Land – is a huge hit with her legions of fans! http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_rebelmix.htm Rebelmix, the Caribbean's leading digital distribution company, and Big Tings Music have teamed up to release Big Tings Music's most anticipated riddim: 'One Night', on Apple iTunes Music Store. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_jack_warner_endorses_digicel_kickstart.htm Digicel, the largest sponsors of football in the Caribbean, in conjunction with the Caribbean Football Union, under the presidency of Jack Warner, launches its inaugural regional youth football development programme. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_digicel_football_clinics.htm Digicel, the largest sponsors of football in the Caribbean, today announced details of the 'Digicel Kick Start Football Clinics', which will offer talented young footballers a once in a lifetime chance to learn invaluable footballing skills from arguably the Caribbean's greatest ever football player. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_jamaica_jazz_tix_at_islandstubs.htm One of the Caribbean's largest music festivals will go live this year with online ticketing at IslandStubs.com. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_jamaica_to_toronto.htm The Jamaica to Toronto tradition continues with the release of the Summer Records Anthology (1974-1988), the 5th release on Light In The Attic's Jamaica To Toronto series. http://www.toronto-lime.com/carnival/tnt_fetes.htm Trinidad Carnival 2008 fetes and all-inclusive events announced. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_nurse_karen_celebrates_2_years.htm The fun-loving source for all that is new in the world of soca celebrated two years on the radio on Sunday. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_we_dec_cover.htm Toronto-born Guyanese beauty NADIA DAWN is WE Magazine's cover girl for December. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_xpozure.htm FUZION MOVEMENT is having a major networking event for the Caribbean Entertainment Industry in New York called "XPOZURE"! http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_tarrus_riley_shows_his_lion_paw.htm Tarrus Riley has recently released the video for his latest song Lion Paw LIVE. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_juinor_reid_in_new_zealand.htm An unparalleled musical event with one of the world's most celebrated Reggae artists - JUNIOR "ONE BLOOD" REID (ex-BLACK UHURU) - touching down for the first time in New Zealand, for two shows only. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_artistes_talk_about_aids.htm Dancehall artist Ce'Cile, along with Tanya Stephens and video director Ras Kassa, talk openly about issues related to HIV and AIDS in a newly launched production: Xpress. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_silver_stars_parang_and_steel.htm Saturday night’s (Nov 24) presentation of Parang and Steel staged by the Silver Stars Steel Orchestra was another example of this local entertainer’s prowess. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_the_ceo.htm THE INTERNATIONAL SOCA AWARDS FOUNDER/C.E.O Trinidad and Tobago native, entrepreneur COLIN JACKMAN ARTIST FORMERLY KNOWN AS CJ has change his stage name to "THE C.E.O". http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_tuesday_nite_live.htm The weekly stage show, held at the Village Café in Kingston, has helped launch the careers of many known artistes such as Taurus Riley, Bryhan Art, Dwayne Stephenson, To Isis, High Quality, Jovi Rockwell, Farenheit, Empress and Rootz Underground. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_roots_to_surface_at_jamrock.htm Rootz Underground is confirmed to perform at the highly anticipated Welcome to Jamrock concert set to take place on Friday December 21, 2007 on the grounds of the Constant Spring Football Field. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_queen_macoomeh_new_book.htm The Chancellor of 'Commess University', Queen Macoomeh (www.commessuniversity.com) officially launched her very first book at A Different Booklist in Toronto yesterday. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_tnt_carnval_hits_sydney.htm SPIN D MUSIC Entertainment is pleased to announce its 2nd annual Caribbean Carnival event entitled, 'CARNIVAL CRAZINESS - OUT OF THIS WORLD' at the iconic Jackson's on George, harbour side in Sydney on FRIDAY 30th November. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_born_as_a_sufferer.htm Jamaican author and Iraq war veteran Laura Johnson has recently released her 3rd book: 'Born As A Sufferer'. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_jah_cure_upcoming_performances.htm With performances in Turks and Caicos, St. Lucia, Barbados, Trinidad, Antigua, Suriname and back at home, Jah Cure is set for a busy Christmas. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_toronto_motorcycle_show.htm Excitement is building as the major manufacturers prepare to launch new models at next month's Toronto Motorcycle Show. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_lil_lion_and_barbee.htm 12-year-old Lil Lion and Barbee have recently written and recorded the new track: Age Is Just A Number produced by Ingoma and Daine 'Jimmy' Clarke for Mel-Shar Entertainment of New York. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_trey_day.htm For the first time at The Metro Convention Centre inside John Basset Theatre, Fastbreak Entertainment presents, Trey Day starring Trey Songz and special guests invited to perform are Untitled, Deesha, and Hakeem. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_silver_stars_xmas_concert.htm SILVER STARS panyard was fertile ground for entertainment last Saturday (Nov 17) when the conventional orchestra launched its 17th annual Christmas entertainment series titled Parang and Steel. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_beenie_at_ama.htm Over forty million viewers worldwide including Jamaicans had their eyes glued to their televisions sets last Sunday night for the staging of the 35th American Music Awards which featured dancehall top mega superstar Beenie Man, Junior 'One Blood' Reid and Chaka Demus and Pliers http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_no_one_remixes_blazing.htm Alicia Keys is currently taking the music scene by storm with the lead single 'No One' from her recently released album 'As I Am'. The song is so hot that already there are three officials remix of it! http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_oracle_workshop_opens.htm Described as one of the most highly anticipated mas bands for years, The Oracle, opened the doors of one of its workshop sites in 14B Morne Coco Road, Maraval on Monday 12 November, 2007. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_tales_from_iceboxland.htm The Chancellor of Commess University, Queen Macoomeh, has been writing a rather spirited, weekly column – in dialect – in Toronto’s Share Newspaper since August 2001. At the behest of her legions of fans, she has compiled 37 of her best columns, with a few new stories, into one book. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_nigel_woodz.htm Introducing Nigel Woodz, a singer, writer and performer who has been actively engaged in the Toronto Urban music scene for seven years. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_dream_team_promotes_internationally.htm Dream Team Carnival Committee held it’s USA Carnival 2008 mas band launch in New York last Saturday at the popular Rum Jungle Night Club in Queens, to a packed and appreciative audience. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_spice_is_back.htm DJ Spice is back and making no bones about it! She made the statement very clear with her single titled 'I'm Back' on the North Coast rhythm for House of Vibes label. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_st_kitts_teen_pageant.htm Organisers of the Caribbean's Most Prestigious Pageant the Digicel Haynes Smith Miss Caribbean Talented Teen Pageant have announced the confirmed participants for the 28th edition of the marquis event http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_st_kitts_legends_tent_feat_crocro.htm Legends Entertainment in collaboration with the Young and Energized Corps entertainment group will be presenting the LEGENDS TENT CALYPSO REVUE on November 24. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_samba_squad_dvd_release.htm Toronto’s percussion posse Samba Squad celebrates the release of their long awaited DVD Samba Squad: Drums We Love on Friday, December 7 at Lula Lounge. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_socacize.htm After almost 20 years of promoting Afro-Caribbean culture mainly through dance, the Caribbean Folk Performers continue to strive toward creating new programs to benefit the community. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_nadia_batson_releases_my_posse.htm Nadia Batson's here to stay and for yet another carnival season, she's proving her worth in a song of dynamic proportions. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_hectic_schedule_for_daville.htm Popular lover's rock and multi-talented singer, Da'Ville's hands are full this month as he will be performing on a number of shows overseas. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_kiprich_2nd_big_yard_album.htm DJ Kiprich is busy in the studios working on his second album for Big Yard, which is expected to be completed soon. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_millhouse_holiday_collection.htm On the heels of the successful showing of its Brown Sugar Collection at the St. Kitts Fashion Weekend in October, Millhouse Company will launch its 2007 Holiday Collection next Sunday, November 18. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_portmore_don_turns_to_positive_music.htm The Jamaica Star labelled "Portmore DON", Mikey Pelpa, has turned his talents to creating positive music. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_jamaicans_toy_drive.htm Jamaicans.com once again partners with the Florida based non profit organization, Eye on Jamaica Project, to host their fifth annual Internet Toy Drive during the holiday season for children living with HIV/AIDS in Jamaica. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_beenieman_apologizes_to_jlp_govt.htm International dancehall recording superstar, Moses 'Beenie Man' Davis has offered his humble apology to the Jamaica Labour Party for recent comments made, after his alleged tax evasion case on Monday, October 29. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_vp_opens_at_17_north_parade.htm For the first time ever VP Records is opening its immense vaults of Reggae, Dancehall and Soca/Calypso to all collectors and music enthusiasts through their new imprint '17 North Parade'. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_record_stores_receive_payback.htm The long wait for the release of the Payback CD is now over. Payback, one of the best Dancehall rhythms to come on the Danger Zone Label this year is now in stores. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_vegas_to_hot_it_up.htm Singjay Vegas is generating a lot of heat these days on the dancehall scene. His album, which was recently released titled ‘Hot It Up’, debut at number 11 on the Billboard Reggae album chart. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_anthony_b_keeps_fire_burning.htm There seems to be no letting up when it comes to recording and promoting where chanter Anthony B is concerned. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_tempo_turns_2_lineup.htm TEMPO is bringing the hottest Caribbean entertainment to the stage for TEMPO TURNS TWO. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_alison_on_cover_of_we.htm Not only is Bajan Soca star Alison Hinds hot off the press with her brand new album 'SOCA QUEEN', her latest image will also grace the cover of WE Magazine. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_house_of_reggae.htm After an extremely successful grand opening weekend three weeks ago, the new HOUSE OF REGGAE is now booming with live music with everything that is reggae in Montreal. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_kes_right_dey.htm Still riding high from a busy 2007 Caribbean and North American tour, KES the Band has just released their first offering for the TnT Carnival 2K8 season. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_mavado_lives_up_to_promise.htm In his quest to "try and get a computer and Internet connection into every school in Jamaica," Mavado kept his promise to assist in ensuring all local schools are able to connect to the Internet by donating 2 computers each to Constant Spring All Age and Charlie Smith High School. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_barbee_thrills_ny.htm Barbee showed her fans in New York that she is more than just a sexy body and a pretty face when she took centre stage at Chef Orchid, JFK in New York on Saturday. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_mavado_connect_jamaica.htm Popular Dancehall entertainer Mavado launches a new charity: CONNECT JAMAICA to ensure all local schools are able to connect to the Internet. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_curefest_longing_for_concert.htm Thousands culminated at the Trelawny Multi-Purpose Stadium on Sunday night to celebrate the very first Jamaica performance by the man many are referring to as 'the next Bob Marley'. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_beenie_in_miami.htm He is still the 'girls dem sugar' and the 'Doctor' and has proven that he has the remedy for dancehall. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_bellemoun.htm BelleMoun has been anticipated to launch with its branded Caribbean Unity theme clothing across the Caribbean and Canada. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_miss_tnt_uk_winner.htm Carivog International, organisers of the Miss Trinidad and Tobago UK, are delighted to announce Miss Valenee Gosine has won the title of Miss Trinidad and Tobago UK 2007. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_shaggy_receives_order_of_distinction.htm Music icon Shaggy receives the Order Of Distinction in the rank of Commander for outstanding service to Jamaica on Monday October 15 at Kings House. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_curefest_on_track.htm Preparations have been on in earnest and according to promoter Delmar Drummond of Danger Promotions plans are going well. http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_tempo_turns_2.htm TEMPO is gearing up for its spectacular two year anniversary to be held on November 10.