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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
Sgt. Sheldon Fox Undertaking Musicians Course
Recently, the Naval School of Music [NAVSoM] held its course completion exercises for eight of the finest musicians in the United States Navy and Marine Corps. NAVSoM is the training depot for the service men and women who would serve the US Department of Defence as musicians. As the name suggests, the school is run by the Department of the Navy, however,... Read more of this article
Salvation Army Bermuda Band Spring Festival
Salvation Army Bermuda Divisional Band will host their annual Spring Festival on June 2, which features four sets of overseas guests in the repertoire. A spokesperson said, “The Salvation Army Bermuda Divisional Band is celebrating its 22nd annual Spring Festival on Saturday, June 2. This year they will have the privilege of featuring four sets... Read more of this article
Video: Candace Furbert Performs In London
Bermuda’s Candace Furbert — a former winner of Bermuda Teen Idol — sang at London’s Union Theatre this past Sunday [April 29], performing the song “I Don’t Want to Perform Anymore” from the musical ‘Grace Notes’. The video’s description says, “A song from the musical ‘Grace Notes’ [with music by Christopher J Orton... Read more of this article
Motown Revue Show Set For This Weekend
The Motown Revue Show will be held this weekend, with a number of performers set to provide entertainment on both Friday and Saturday night. A spokesperson said, “All is set for this week’s Motown Revue Show at Fairmont Southampton Hotel. The promoters are promising two very special nights. Friday night and Saturday night will see Bermuda’s... Read more of this article
Agricultural Show Performers Announced
PlayList Management & Talent [PLMT], in conjunction with the Ag Show Ltd., has announced the groups, students, and individuals who will take the entertainment stage over the three days of the Agricultural Exhibition from April 19 to April 21. A spokesperson said, “Through the generous sponsorship of Butterfield Bank, along with the support... Read more of this article
Regiment Band Seeks Student Involvement
The Royal Bermuda Regiment is inviting young musicians to join the ranks of the Regiment Band and Corps of Drums for the summer. According to Major Dwight Robinson, Director of Music for the Royal Bermuda Regiment Band and Corps of Drums, the Royal Bermuda Regiment Summer Employment initiative is an opportunity for students aged 15 to 22 to play alongside... Read more of this article
Gibbons & Eggen To Perform At RIMS In Texas
Bermudians Gianluca Gibbons and Hannah Eggen, members of the LA-based soul/pop band HEЯITAGE, are heading out to the RIMS 2018 Annual Conference & Exhibition in mid-April. A spokesperson said, “Being both prodigious artists and natives from Bermuda they were kindly invited to perform at The Bermuda Reception which will take place on April... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Victor Scott Violin Students
P5 and P6 violin students from Victor Scott Primary School performed on the steps of City Hall, showing off their impressive musical skills for an appreciative audience. The 12-minute live video replay is below: These students participate in the Bermuda School of Music’s Every Kid Can! violin programme which offers free violin lessons to the students... Read more of this article
Summer Splash: Beres Hammond & Chronixx
Cup Match Summer Splash events will take place on July 28 and August 1, with Beres Hammond and Chronixx set to perform. The event promotion on BDAtix said, “The biggest concert event of the year is back at a new venue, National Stadium South Field; gates open at 8.00pm.” “The schedule includes Saturday, July 28th with the One Love... Read more of this article
