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Photos & Video: Wetta Bermuda At Tobacco Bay
[Updated with photos] The Wetta Bermuda 2018 party took place at Tobacco Bay Beach in the east end today [June 17], with party goers enjoying themselves at the event which the promoters pledged would feature “Soca, Water, Liquor, Swim Wear and Vibes!.” There was a water truck on scene to assist with spraying the dancing crowd with a high... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: BHW ‘Pan In The Park’ Event
[Updated with photos] The Bermuda Heroes Weekend Pan in the Park event is taking place this afternoon [June 17] at Victoria Park, with people coming out to enjoy a relaxing afternoon of steel pan music. Update: The live broadcast has ended, and the 20-minute video replay is belowThis year’s BHW got underway with the ‘Five Star Friday’... Read more of this article
Bermuda Artist Amaya Previews New Song
Bermudian singer Amaya has previewed a new song, saying “I feel like, as a Bermudian artist, we have to recognize Bermuda’s talent, whether we sing, dance, ride bikes, or build things.” Amaya said, “I was born and raised in Bermuda. I started singing when I was 3 years old; my mom used to sing in a group called Choral Dynamics... Read more of this article
‘Old School Happy Hour’ Set For June 22
A ‘Taste of Bermuda Old School Happy Hour’ event will be held on Friday, June 22nd from 5.30pm until 11pm at the Loyal Hill Community Field, North Shore Road, Devonshire. A presentation will be made to Raleigh Bermuda, music will be by Royal Empress – Bussy Dread, and for admission you can make a donation towards the playground. Related... Read more of this article
Smirnoff H2O Party To Be Held On Saturday
2018 Smirnoff H2O brought to you by Off Level BDA & YGS Ent is set to take place on Saturday, June 2nd, at Snorkel Park Beach. The party will include a number of attractions which include a light show, water trucks, pools, sprinklers, slip n slides, mechanical bull, foam pit, professional photography, a photo backdrop on entry, giant inflatables,... Read more of this article
Family Centre Lip Sync Battle On June 22
On Friday, June 22nd, Family Centre will host their Lip Sync Battle event at the Hamilton Princess to raise funds for its critical Counselling Services. “The incredible Patrina ‘Powergirl’ O’Connor will act as MC, as star judges DJ Chubb from Vibe 103, comedian Nadanja Bailey and Hott 1075 radio host, Nikita Robinson, provide ‘American... Read more of this article
Eclipse Summer Series To Be Held On June 2nd
The Eclipse Summer Series Part 1 will be staged at The Shed located on Cross Island in Dockyard on Saturday, June 2nd, featuring performances by international DJs; DJ Outkast and DJ Delano of Renaissance. A spokesperson said, “Savvy Entertainment and Animal Productions announce the world’s top DJs arriving to perform in Bermuda at The Eclipse... Read more of this article
Music Video: Heritage Releases New Single
L.A.-based soul/pop band HEЯITAGE, which is comprised of Bermudian musicians, released their new single and music video cover for “I Can” by Chronixx. A spokesperson said, “The video was directed by Brandon Lee and shot in various locations in Los Angeles. With HannaH’s soulful crooning and Gianluca Gibbons’ enchanting saxophone playing,... Read more of this article
Win Free Tickets To PURE 2018 “White Fete”
The tenth annual White Fete will be staged at the National Sports Centre North Field on Sunday, June 17, featuring performances by Machel Montano, DJ Young Chow, DJ Rusty G, Jazzy T of Renaissance, Mista Genius, and Markie T, among others, with Bernews giving away four pairs of free tickets – a total of eight – to the show. The giveaways... Read more of this article
Jay III Nominated For International Soca Award
Bermudian recording artist JayLynn Hines, also known as Jay III, has been nominated as part of an international soca competition in the category “Groovy Soca of the Year”, and locals can cast their vote for her online. The award ceremony for the competition will be held in St. Lucia on July 10. The competition’s website says, “SAO... Read more of this article
No Work Permit Application Received For R. Kelly
The Minister of Home Affairs Walton Brown has confirmed that “no application for a work permit has been received for the entertainer, R. Kelly.” “When considering the approval of a work permit, the Minister is required to take into consideration the character of the person,” the Ministry said. “The Minister takes very seriously... Read more of this article
CultureShock Concert To Take Place On July 7
The founder of CultureShock, Keith Simmons, has announced the return of its annual concert event, set to be held at Snorkel Park on Saturday, July 7th. Mr Simmons said, “ This year’s event, known as CultureShock 18, features icons PopCaan backed by Ruff Kutts Krew Band, Ifrica and I-Octane backed by Riddim 2000 Band. Also performing are Bermuda’s... Read more of this article
Two New Appointments For Bermuda Festival
The Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts has announced two key appointments, including T.J. Armand being appointed Executive Director of the Festival, succeeding David Skinner, who was appointed the Festival’s first Executive Director effective July 2015, as of May 1. A spokesperson said, “Mr. Armand was the first recipient of the Arif Mardin... Read more of this article
