Dominica Unashamed Gospel Concert

Unashamed.. unashamed... unashamed. The duty to be unashamed is very, very sad especially when you are obligated to represent someone or something to the best of your abilities and you see mizeh a.k.a fail miserably. Picture this! Your boss wants you to represent the business in a forum that will determine the further development of that business or its potential flop. Now, at mind's thought process, I am sure most of us will try to convince our bosses that this isn't the right job for you. It just might be too much for us to handle right? Ah! Yes... Now you get the picture. Now considering those brave soldiers of the business who feel that there is nothing that will stop them from taking on that challenge so they take on that task. They study, do research and do all what is necessary to ensure that they not only put the business in a favorable light but an outstanding light. If they are successful, the business will move forward and of course there is a huge reward awaiting for that individual. This is what being unashamed really means. To go out there, no matter what the outcome, and putting on the best possible representation to win the heart and minds of the audience. This is what this concert here on BrBpTV was about.


Now I have heard of the international unashamed gospel concert with cats like lecrea, andy mineo, trip lee, flame, tedashii and these other cats tearing up the place under the hip hop anthem. This however is the Caribbean version of that. It took place at LongHouse in Portsmouth and to my own expectations of events happening in Portsmouth was indeed a great experience to be a part of. Organized by the New Light Ministries of Portsmouth to not only show proper representation of God himself and the joy that he gives but to also aid in raising funds for a greater cause than the concert itself. Unity is indeed strength and we had different bands from all over the island to come in to aid in the phenomenal cause. I had a great time at the concert and I know those present also had a phenomenal time. Unashamed of the gospel of Christ and the joy that he brings in the hearts and minds of all those who trust him and believe. Have a look of how it went down that night.

A night of Dancing - Mechowlah

Mechowlah? First time I, myself, am hearing of or seeing such a fantastic-looking, first-time-trying-tongue-twisting word, but one thing is certain, I want to know what that is. In the video below you will get the full gist of it but for those who like to read, I want you to know my take on that name. The first time I heard it, I was taken aback and asked, is this patois? Well... no it's not. Is it french? Nope. Sorry to disappoint. Now it is times like these where google becomes your best friend. Mechowlah *mehk-o-law* as it is pronounced, is a Hebrew word that by itself means to dance with someone. Yet within the context of tonights Mechowlah celebration, the meaning is justly justified out of the Hebrew and/or Greek meaning or songs of praise through a dance or dances. This pretty much sums it up.
There was also a test given in my quest for this Hebrew knowledge and I took the test which I realized I am no Hebrew Scholar with the test scores to prove it. ;)
Anywho, without a further-a-do, this event was headlined by the group called S.A.L.T who featured the phenomenal dance contributions of Ebony Charles, the Shakah Dancers, Charisma, Vessels of Praise, Christa Charles, Rick Francis and the Paix Bouche dance group alongside many others. The Dominican dance groups from around the island came to the Trinity Baptist Church in Roseau to pull off the Mechowlah dance night and believe me when I say, they did a stunning job all throughout. Have a listen to the great talent that Dominican possess to the honor and glory of the Most High. MECHOWLAH!!! Oh how I love this word. hehe.

Dominica National Youth Awards @BrBpTV

Let us take some time to understand that in the midst of a perfect storm there is still hope. The youths here today, I must say have pretty much defied all odds and have emerged amongst the best of the best to which have been nominated for Dominica's National Youth Awards. I am not sure how you guys feel about this but we, at BrBpTV.com, feel absolutely blessed to have been apart of the ceremony. The powerful talents of the youth were not only applauded but it was also promoted and highlighted at the Award Ceremony.


The Youth Awards was held at the newly designed auditorium at the Dominica State College and in dynamic fashion, the first event of this being held was a true success. Make no bones about it that Youth awards do take place on a National level but the National Youth Council of Dominica saw it fit to take it even a step further were more talented individuals were granted awards in a wider variety of skills. There were just about 60 nominees for this years awards and they came from many different walks of life from all over the Nature Isle of the Caribbean. This is something that is indeed a great step forward in the positive direction especially when we see mainstream news most broadcasting negativism. It's time for a continuous growth in the country where we highlight and further push our youths in doing better, more productive things. With the individuals and nominees present it is indeed great progression as all the seats were packed waiting to see who will win in the respective categories. Make no mistake about this my friends, you are never too young or even too disabled to make an impact in your community. Take a listen to what went down in the Webisode below.

Award Winners are as followed:
Beyond Expectations – Nabi Wallace
Academic and Extra Curricular – Denzel Guye
Faith Based- Bioche Nazareen Church
Media – Edona Jon Baptiste
Visual Arts- Donte Georges
Culture – Hanif Francis
Tourism – Rowen Carbon
Leadership – Kimara Hurtault
Sports – Chelsea Linton
Music – Krishna ‘Dada’ Lawrence
Entrepreneurship – Narlie Bertrand
Performing Arts – Marja Jeffers
Kalinago – Kirk Edwards
Agriculture – Marvin Maximea
Volunteer – Jannel Thomas
Community Youth Organization- Aithon Athletics Club
Esteemed Challenged – Mathias Bruno
Literacy Arts – Shannon John
President’s Award – Saint Mary’s Primary School

Blessing after Blessing Concert: Positive

There is something that we all must account for when it comes down to music and that is it's ability to unify. Unity in what aspect or within what realm? It is as simple as counting baby lambs jumping over fences at night time. Okay... maybe not in this format but... think of it as commonality or common ground. I believe it was Martin Luther King Jr as well as the Great Book which gives the relevance, "A people divided against themselves cannot stand". I believe this with all my heart and it is because of this why I believe in hope. There is but one hope and that is in God. In a time where everything may seem to be dwindled within the scopes of negativism and the portrayal of modern day media further helping to instigate it, is not something that aids in the motivation to the right direction. In fact it brings yet further division while the same mediums hypocritical stand as a "Fight to unit the people". In what way? Do you know? Well... I don't.


What I do know is, if you were to believe it or not, we are not ashamed to be different as we further push realness and positivity which is the assembling of unity itself. Speaking about positivity, the Blessing and Blessing Concert has landed on the shores of Dominica. Wondering what it is? Well, of course, we will not leave you in the darkness at all. Positivity to the fullest is the inspiration of the featured artist of the night and he is so motivated, he calls himself, "Positive". He hails from the wonderful islands of Trinidad and Tobago and brags humbly to the cause for which he is named. Joel Murray is the name and he promotes gospel reggae to the maximum. He is known for many songs across the Caribbean. Songs like Highest of Heights, Only in the Ghetto, Let Me Be The One, Never Let Go, Rock of my Life featuring Dj Nicholas and many others. In 2013, he released a single called, 'Blessing after Blessing' and it made the number 1 single across the Caribbean for a number of weeks leading up to the Carnival Season. It has a Soca tune to it(Trinidadian massive stand up) and it will definitely keep you on your toes. Positive came up to Dominica, the Nature Island of the Caribbean, to collaborate on stage with the local artists of Dominica to bring forth one of the best positive concerts for the year 2014 thus far- the Blessing after Blessing Concert. Talk about unity? no! :) We will show you what unity looks like. Enjoy! I know I did at this Caribbean Concert. :)