Category: Music
Review: The Tasting Room & Willowbank
[Written by Dale Butler] I thought I could take a break from music once I returned from the SXSW Music Festival in Austin, Texas featuring 150 bands, including Bermuda’s own Tino Martinez Quartette, but on Friday, March 22 I chose two Bermuda venues: The Tasting Room, 8a South Road, Smith’s Parish, billed as Bermuda’s premium wine and spirit... Read more of this article
Review: Bermuda Idol Singing Competition
[Written by Dale Butler] Congratulations are in order for Inter-Island Communications Limited, celebrating 20 years in business come this July 5, 2024. They operate the Hott 107.5 FM and Magic 102.7 FM radio stations and have a lengthy list of community activities which they support. The development of Bermuda Idol is one of the most anticipated music... Read more of this article
OGS Promotions To Host ‘Dancehall Pioneers’
OGS Onelaw Promotions will be hosting the ‘Dancehall Pioneers In Action’ event on March 30th. A spokesperson said, “All roads lead east for the biggest old-school dancehall bashment of the year when OGS Onelaw Promotions brings Lionface [Babyface Addies] and Rory [Stonelove] together for the first time in Bermuda. “At the height... Read more of this article
Audio: Interview With Promoter Jamal Hart
The upcoming Catch a Fire concert was among the topics discussed in this audio interview with Jamal Hart. Mr. Hart describes the Catch a Fire concert, which will take place on June 1, as “an old school dancehall event.” Related Stories Audio: Interview With Larry Hunt Video: Music & Entertainment Panel Discussion Bermuda Philharmonic... Read more of this article
Review: Tino Martinez Quartette In Texas
[Written by Dale Butler] The night was a night to remember at the iconic Elephant Room that opened in 1991 in Austin, Texas after excavators discovered “the largest archaeological discovery of mastodon bones west of the Mississippi.” The Bermuda contingent sat comfortably as we watched a long line of patrons eager to enter and hear one of the seven... Read more of this article
Collie Buddz To Perform At Snorkel Park
Collie Buddz will perform at Snorkel Park on the Wednesday, July 31st, with the show “to be delivered as part of his international ‘Take it Easy’ Tour.” A spokesperson said, “From the people who brought you Cup Match Summer Splash comes another magnificent experience for Cup Match 2024! Bermuda’s own Collie Buddz and Friends... Read more of this article
New Owners For Irie 98 Radio Station
The Irie 98 radio station is under new ownership, with Russell “Rusty G” Griffith, Michael Terceira and Teddy Terceira saying they are “grateful and excited for what’s to come.” A spokesperson said, “There’s a renewed sound in town. Now under the ownership of Russell “Rusty G” Griffith, Michael Terceira and Teddy Terceira,... Read more of this article
Northlands Choir Featured On Kirk Franklin’s IG
Minister of Education Diallo Rabain commended the talented students at Northlands Primary School for their rendition of Kirk Franklin’s “Bless Me,” which garnered recognition from the renowned gospel artist on Instagram. A spokesperson said, “The Minister of Education Diallo Rabain JP, MP extends congratulations to the incredibly... Read more of this article
Reggae Defenders To Host “Wadada” On Friday
The reggae community is set to come together for a night celebrating the music and legacy of the iconic reggae musician, Burning Spear. The event, titled “Wadada,” is being presented by Reggae Defenders and will take place on Friday, 1st of March, from 8 PM to 2 AM. Hosted at Uplift on Front Street, the night will feature music by Prophecy... Read more of this article
Audio: Val Sherwood ‘Music From The Heart’
Singer-songwriter Val Sherwood has released new song, Music From The Heart, which she describes as “seriously reflective” and “speaks to the power of music to heal.” She noted that, “Music From The Heart has been my website tagline for over a decade, but the song was written more recently, produced and arranged by the amazing John Woolridge”.... Read more of this article
Christopher Joined By Cast In Jelly’s Last Jam
The complete cast for Jelly’s Last Jam, starring Bermudian actor Nicholas Christopher, has been for set, with the bio-musical running from February 21 to March 3 at the New York City Centre. The show, produced by Encores!, celebrates the life and music of Ferdinand Joseph LaMothe, known professionally as Jelly Roll Morton, an American ragtime and... Read more of this article
Video: Collie Buddz Nominated For Grammy
The Grammys are being held tonight [Feb 4] in Los Angeles, with Bermudian reggae artist Collie Buddz nominated for a Grammy in the Best Reggae Album category, with the category won by Julian Marley & Antaeus. Widely regarded as the most prestigious award in the musical entertainment industry, Collie Buddz is believed to be the first Bermudian singer... Read more of this article
