Category: Music
Minister & PLP: Foreign Entertainers Policy
Shadow Minister for Immigration Walton Brown is calling on the Minister of Home Affairs Michael Fahy to “reinstitute the 2013 work permit policy as it related to musicians and entertainers to ensure local talent is given a fair opportunity in their country.” Mr. Brown said “The policy for many years was that foreign entertainment would... Read more of this article
“Return Of Tha Underground 2.0″ To Launch
JROC is launching the ‘Return of Tha Underground Video Show 2.0′ this evening [Nov 10], with the television show set to highlight local artists on Channel 82 at 4.00pm, with a repeat broadcast at 8.00pm. Tha Underground video show is a spin off from Tha Underground radio show that aired on Power 95 from 2005 to 2014, and the video show... Read more of this article
Video: Johnny Osbourne Arrives For Concert
[Updated with video] Veterans In Action will be hosting a reggae concert featuring local artists as well as overseas artists Johnny Osbourne and Singing Melody. The concert will be held this coming Monday [Nov 10] at the BAA Gymnasium, with gates set to open at 9.00pm. Advance tickets are available for $30 at various locations islandwide, as well as... Read more of this article
Berkeley Institute Arts Dept. To Present “Aida”
The Berkeley Institute Arts Department will be presenting Elton John and Tim Rice’s Aida: School Edition, a contemporary musical take on a grand classic tale, based on the Verdi opera. The story centers on Aida, a Nubian princess who becomes enslaved by Radames, an Egyptian soldier. A forbidden love blossoms between them and their example of devotion... Read more of this article
Chamber Choir To Host “We Will Remember”
The Bermuda Chamber Choir asks all Bermuda residents to search their photo albums for WWI photos of their ancestors in military dress and to share them with the Choir for their upcoming concert marking the 100th Anniversary of the First World War. A spokesperson said, “Photo contributors are asked to have their photos in by November 5th 2014.... Read more of this article
Music Video: “Live From The Bermuda Triangle”
A video featuring an innovative look at the sounds of Bermuda has been produced by Noisey, with the 11-minute video showcasing the scenery, people and music of the island. Some of the ‘Bermuda sounds’ featured include the iconic sounds of the Gombey drums, birds, water lapping on the beach, the ‘splash’ sound after cliff jumping,... Read more of this article
Red Cross To Host Karaoke Night On Nov 5
The Bermuda Red Cross is getting set to host a Karaoke Night for charity on November 5, 2014. The event will take place at the Coconut Rock Restaurant in Hamilton from 7.00pm through 11.00pm, with tickets – which cost $60 per person – including a three course dinner, gratuities, and three songs. A spokesperson said, “This will be... Read more of this article
Photos: Police Service Celebrating 135 Years
The Bermuda Police Service hosted a lunchtime open air concert on Wednesday [Oct 8] in front of the City Hall steps in Hamilton featuring the Royal Bahamas Police Force Band led by Superintendent Ronald Campbell. All of the island’s police stations also hosted an open house throughout the day with many school and nursery school children attending.... Read more of this article
Videos: Royal Bahamas Police Force Band
As part of this year’s Police Week — which is celebrating 135 years of policing — the Bermuda Police Service hosted a lunchtime open air concert on Wednesday [Oct 8] in front of the City Hall steps in Hamilton featuring the Royal Bahamas Police Force Band led by Superintendent Ronald Campbell. Crowds gathered on the lawn and surrounding... Read more of this article
Bermuda Festival Announces Full Line-Up
The Bermuda Festival has revealed the full line-up for the 2015 Ruby Anniversary of the Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts. Ian Davidson, Festival Chairman, said, “The inaugural Bermuda Festival started in 1976 thanks to the vision of Yehudi [later Lord] Menuhin, former Governor of Bermuda, Sir Edwin Leather, and founding chairman John Ellison.... Read more of this article
Karaoke Family Night Coming To The Square
The Corporation of St. Georges Activities Committee will be hosting a Karaoke Family Night on Saturday, October 11 from 8pm to 11pm at King Square. Karaoke operator Ragin Bajan will there along with celebrity guest appearances. In case of rain, the venue will move to Pennos Wharf. There will be refreshments on sale and admission is free. Attendees are... Read more of this article
John Burch & Dennis Moniz To Perform
John Burch and percussionist Dennis Moniz, are teaming up to present a legendary musical performance at The Chewstick Lounge as the latest artists featured this Friday, October 3rd in the Live Fridays program. Live Fridays, features a different band or performer each week, to break down barriers and support legendary and emerging talents that helps... Read more of this article
