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Review: AFB’s Amateur Idol Showcase
[Written by Dale Butler] The Vasco Da Gama Club will never be the same again after a four hour amateur idol showcase of talent on Saturday, November 1, organized by The Association of Filipinos in Bermuda. Eleven Filipino soloists threw the Oxford Dictionary, filled with superlatives, at the audience as they arrived well-prepared, full of energy, and... Read more of this article
Review: The Cathedral Music Classic
[Written by Dale Butler] Tiffany Fox, April Roach-Maule, and Raymond George prepared a concert of classical music that was most fitting for The Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity and enjoyed by a large crowd who gave a standing ovation. The tone of the evening was set by Canon Calvert Prentis, who highlighted harmony and beauty in his welcome and prayer... Read more of this article
Review: Boogie Nights At Warwick Workman’s
[Written by Dale Butler] Promoter Mickey Robinson and his committee exceeded the expectations of a mature and seasoned packed house on Saturday, October 18th at the Warwick Workman’s Club with a night of costumes and wigs highlighting “Boogie Nights.” I recall the song but had no idea that “Boogie Nights” also referred to a 1997 film... Read more of this article
Concert To Honour Music Teacher Daniel Hill
A celebration honouring music teacher Daniel Hill will be held on November 9th at the Bermuda Institute Auditorium. A spokesperson said, “On behalf of special friends and former students of Daniel Hill, the planning committee, we are delighted to organize a musical celebration concert in his honour. “An unforgettable evening of celebration,... Read more of this article
Review: Saturday Night Live At Leopards Club
[Written by Dale Butler] Local entrepreneur Mickey Robinson, promoter of Saturday Night Live music events, hit the bullseye again on Saturday, September 27th with a briefcase of new acts that had the packed hall dancing and singing. His golden gloves plan wins every time and is the reason why the shows continue to sell out. Just when some felt he had... Read more of this article
Music Video: Kaelyn Kastle’s ‘Big Pressure’
Kaelyn Kastle has released a music video for the song Big Pressure, “created in Bermuda, by Bermuda, for the world.” The YouTube video description says, “Welcome to the world of Big Pressure, a celebration of Caribbean energy, island pride, and unapologetic confidence. “This entire visual was created in Bermuda, by Bermuda, for... Read more of this article
Audio: Collie Buddz “On My Way Back Home”
Bermudian reggae artist Collie Buddz has released a new single, teaming up with Sean Paul for the official remix of “On My Way Back Home” by LionFace & JonFX. The new track is available on various digital outlets, which you can access here. The video’s description says, “Collie Buddz and @AllSeanPaul team up for the official remix... Read more of this article
Musical Play To Be Held At Clearwater Beach
Devils Isle Shakespeare Company is getting set to hold a musical version of Shakespeare’s ‘The Tempest’ at Clearwater Beach. A spokesperson said, “Forget everything you thought you knew about Shakespeare. This weekend, Devils Isle Shakespeare Company is reimagining The Tempest as a musical under the stars at Clearwater Beach... Read more of this article
Janita Burke Releases ‘Praise His Name’
Bermudian songwriter Janita Burke, founder of Kairos XXII Productions, has released her latest single Praise His Name, a powerful anthem celebrating God’s faithfulness and calling listeners to worship. A spokesperson said, “Bermudian songwriter Janita Burke, founder of Kairos XXII Productions, announces the release of her latest single, ‘Praise... Read more of this article
Val Sherwood Re-Releases Song For Southlands
Val Sherwood has re-released her original song My Open Spaces in support of the upcoming Southlands protest on Saturday, September 6. Ms. Sherwood said, “I was involved in the first efforts to save Southlands from development when Stuart Hayward led the campaign in 2013. “I am re-releasing the original song, My Open Spaces, in support of... Read more of this article
Photos: Jab J’Ouvert Event At Southlands
Southlands Park in Warwick was the scene of a festive celebration this weekend, as the Jab J’Ouvert event was held, with paint, music, and dancing filling the air throughout the celebration. Related Stories Photos: Classic Old School Soca Fete Photos & Video: Jab J’Ouvert Party Event Photos: JAB J’Ouvert... Read more of this article
Review: Kurt Stapff’s 90th Birthday Celebration
[Written by Dale Butler] The 90th birthday celebration of Kurt Stapff, organized by his wife Rose Ann and daughters Natalie and Joanna at a Warwick residence, was a magical, musical treat on Saturday, August 23rd. It brought back memories of the Waterlot Sunday brunches where they greeted patrons with the sounds of New Orleans from their band The Somers... Read more of this article
