Happy Diamond Jubilee, Trinidad and Tobago!
FROM THE HEART BY BEVAN SPRINGER Happy Diamond Jubilee, Trinidad and Tobago! This week I am taking time to shine some light on the achievements of the land of my birth on the occasion of 60 years of independence. While I…
From dancehall to calypso, a music lover’s guide to the Caribbean
Written by Falene Nurse The Caribbean conjures up images of crystal clear waters, sunshine, and delicious cuisine. But Caribbean music tends to vary in rhythm and beat from island to island. Made up of over 28 nations, a rich tapestry…
The beautiful flag women of Trinidad Carnival
From Uncommon Caribbean You have no band without a beautiful flag woman. You have no band without an experienced flag woman. The band will have no control, the music will have no soul, The revelers wouldn’t play, their usual mas…
