DOMINICA CALYPSO SEMI-FINALS 2020 HIGHLIGHTS

Just recently we brought to you the Dominica Junior Monarch 2020 Calypso Competition and today we bring to you the highlights of yet another Calypso Competition, the Dominica Calypso Semi-Finals for 2020! One thing we know for certain is that calypso plays a vital role in who we are as a Caribbean people but more importantly, who we are as Dominicans. It tends to shed light on the ills and troubles, concerns and ponders, and the regrets and thoughts of our society and on ourselves as a whole. It is said if you want to know how well a country is doing, listen to its calypsos! Do you agree? Doesn't it make you ponder on the state of affairs in our societies today and if we are, in fact, making any form of progress as the years go by. If not... like that of the Junior Monarchy, we need to do something about it! But competition, of course, is very tight at the Semi-Finals and as some of our best head to head, pound-for-punch-line pounders go into octagon, 20 calypsonians go in but only 9 will make it through to the Finals! So as we sit and watch the best of the best, so far in the competition, challenge each other, reigning Calypso King, King Dice, the 9 time King of the arena, is waiting to defend his title and take home the crown for the tenth time at the Dominica Calypso Finals 2020 Competition coming up in the next few weeks.

DOMINICA CALYPSO SEMI-FINALS PART 1


DOMINICA CALYPSO SEMI-FINALS PART 2

DOMINICA SEMIFINALISTS 2020- FULL PERFORMANCES
-TASHA P AND DE HEALER,
-DE WEBB AND JAYDEE,
-KARESSAH AND HUNTER,
-DE BOBB, DE OBSERVER AND BINGO

DOMINICA JUNIOR MONARCH CALYPSO 2020 COMPETITION HIGHLIGHTS

Dominica Junior Monarch Calypso Competition of 2020 kicked off last night in dynamic fashion and I must say that I was quite impressed! Especially with the lyrical content and the executions of it by the youth. It only goes to show how much talent that we have in our youth and I believe we, as a country, should DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT! The powerful messages brought on that stage last night not only spoke and still speaks to our present situation, but it gives an insight as to what the youth is thinking about themselves and their environment and I think it's high time that our leaders give a listening ear and take action. It is their future that is being played with here. One of the lyrics that resonated with me was that of the young calypsonian, De Essence, who sang the song, 'Bring Back JSP'. It made me ponder on the state of our education. I don't think we as a people have come to terms that sometimes we are pushing our youth into a schooling system that does not cater to their needs. And by that I mean not everyone is academically incline or wants to choose the path of academics but that's all we are giving them in our education system. We do definitely need to bring back JSP so that others can have the opportunity to learn skills that they most likely will find interest in. I remember just after Hurricane Maria, the government was looking for carpenters and artisans, and had to send for and bring in foreigners because there was a shortage of skilled workers or certain skill set were not available on island, to help in the recovery efforts. This is why this songs like these need to be amplified and steps should be taken to bring back this program. There are countless other powerful messages brought about by our young junior calypsonians of Dominica last night so do have a listen to te BrBpTV highlights of the Dominica Junior Monarch Calypso Competition at the Windsor Park Sports Stadium in Roseau, Dominica. Enjoy!

WINNER'S FULL PERFORMANCE

BEST OF DOMINICA CALYPSO 2020 ELIMINATIONS

Dominica Calypso Season is back for 2020! Definitely one of the most sort out events for the year! Now don't get me wrong... although this is just the elimination round, many people look forward to being a part of the Elimination Round of the competition because this is the first stages where you get to see ALL of the performers. This round usually has a lot of interesting performances and lyricists that will do you a number of things. Laugh as if there is no tomorrow, fall in love with catchy lyrics and witness the best of the best within the round. Calypso is about speaking truth to power and also playing with words in sometimes mixed and twisted signals. For the sake of time, we are focusing on the best of the best here in this article so please witness the early stages of the calypso season here in Dominica for 2020.

-INTERESTING PART OF DOMINICA CALYPSO ELIMINATION ROUND-
-MORE UNSEEN FOOTAGE OF PERFORMANCES-

DOMINICA WORLD CREOLE MUSIC FESTIVAL 2019: ALL 3 NIGHTS

Three nights of pulsating riddims and rythms featuring powerful artists like Romain Virgo, Etana, Asa Bantan, and even the well know legendary Buju Banton! Yes guys! Buju Banton made it to the Dominica World Creole Music Festival stage! This is they hypest time in the Caribbean by a large margin where you have individuals from all across the world descending on Dominica as it brings music and great melody to the WCMF brand. In this article, we actually have all three nights and give you a full scope as to what it is like at the Creole Music Festival guys so do enjoy but keep in mind... though you get to witness this through BrBpTV lens, nothing compares to being there in the flesh and in person. The experience is totally different.

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DOMINICAN ASA BANTON LIVE IN HOUSTON OUTDOOR CARIBBEAN PARTY

Dominica Asa Bantan came to Houston to do what he does best and that is to expand the reach of Bouyon music to the masses. Dominica is its originator and Asa is the vehicle that brings it every where he goes. Bouyon has got to be the hypest music in the Caribbean and even in the world and for Asa Bantan to be the Ambassador, which better person is there at present? The Bouyon boss he is known to be and if you scroll down just a little, you will understand why he has this title. This has got to be the hypest most craziest parties that we got to be a part of and we are sharing it with you as well. So do enjoy

HOUSTON AFRO-CARIBBEAN PRAISE JAM 2019 Ft JERMAINE EDWARDS & MUCH MORE

Houston Afro-Craibbean Praise Jam is all about giving praise to the Most High for what he has done in our lives. Let us never forget that many of us would not be where we are right now if it wasn't for the grace and mercy of God. I know I can testify that most, if not all, of my life is surrounded by total grace and it is always a good thing to give thanks and praise for that. Even if its to say "Oh" according to Kirk Franklin, an Oh is all you need to give when it comes down to praise if that's all you can do. God deserves our praises so let's give it to him. Featured on the Praise Jam stage was none other than Jermaine Edwards out of Jamaica; Emrand Henry out of St Lucia; Neesha Woodz out of Barbados; J-Cro out of Dominica and lots more, especially the Nigerian and American Family. Joanne Prince was the main organizer of this event and she did a marvelous job to make this, second of its kind, to become a reality. happen

DOMINICA 2019 CALYPSO FINALS RESULTS & WINNER- BrBpTV

Welcome to the Finale of the Dominica Calypso 2019 Finals. The Calypsonians have delivered the very best and it is now time to see who will emerge winner from the best of the best. King Dice was one of the favorites from the very beginning and he is vying for his 9th title! Will he retain the crown or will he be defeated and his title taken from him from one of the best of the best. Calypso is one of the things that is a life pumping blood in the Caribbean Islands and there is no doubt that the best in calypso was shown tonight. However, this is the results of the show so let us take a look at it.

ROUND ONE OF CALYPSO FINALS HIGHLIGHTS

ROUND TWO OF CALYPSO FINALS HIGHLIGHTS

BRITISH JOSS STONE PERFORMS LIVE WITH DOMINICA MICHELE HENDERSON

The well known British soul singer, Joss Stone, came and performed a number of her songs live and in the flesh in Dominica at the Alliance Francaise Hall in Roseau. She also featured Michele Henderson, one of Dominica's very own soulful and powerful performers and singers where they also came together to do a few duets together. It's so pleasing when our own gets to feature others in the homeland and be a part of something far more bigger than themselves. See music isn't just about performing or singing or playing an instrument. It's the ability to manipulate songs that can touch hearts, minds, body and definitely soul. Music is the only thing when it hits you, you feel it but you don't feel any pain. This is a BrBpTV amateur compilation of that night. Do enjoy.

DOMINICA NEW YEAR 2019 ft ERPHAAN ALVES LIVE

We have finally made it and guess what... if you are reading this... so have you! Give yourself a hand clap as well! We have made it so happy new year to every single one of you guys. Down in Dominica, we are definitely celebrating and we are doing it in style for January 1 2019, the first day of the new year. Erphaan Alves, one of the favorites across the Caribbean is here to help us celebrate the new year so please do enjoy and once again... Happy New Year 2019 to you all!

DOMINICA CARNIMAS 2018 FT PATRICE ROBERTS ASA BANTAN TRIPLE KAY AND MUCH MORE

Carnimas is a fusion of Christmas and the Carnival festivities of sorts coming together as one. This is the very first of its kind in the Nature Isle of the Caribbean. Featuring in this Carnimas show was none other than the Trinidadian Soca singer, Patrice Roberts, the Bouyon boss Asa Bantan, Bouyon Kings Triple Kay International, Jamaica's very own Danja Dane and lots more came out to this event. A one of a kind in the Caribbean that fused so many hype genres that it was virtually impossible to not have a good time at this event.

DOMINICA CULTURAL GALA 2018

I am sure we all love to see the displays and the dances and the rythms of different cultures across the world. None of which, in my opinion, compares to the love and untouched respect that the Dominican people have for their culture. The way they move and act, it is almost impossible to miss a beat. In every way, shape, age, size, color and yes... rhythm, Dominica takes the cake for culture in the Caribbean. Dominica is one of the best places to witness this why? well... unlike other islands, Dominica dedicated a whole month of competition between themselves to bring forth the best of the best on this Cultural Gala Stage. So yes, Dominica takes it but you don't have to take my word for it, see for yourself below.

NIGHT 3 DOMINICA WORLD CREOLE MUSIC FESTIVAL 2018

Wonderful! Is the word that comes to mind when I think of the World Creole Music Festival 2018 and this is as a result of a job well done! Considering Dominica, the country the festival is held, faced a category 5 hurricane that almost wiped out the island just over a year ago! Facing the destruction of over 95% of the island and a year later, the event which was cancelled in 2017 was a success this year. Thousands upon thousands of persons swarmed into the Windsor Park Stadium for 3 nights of pulsating music, riddim, culture, food and of course entertainment across the board.
We BrBpTV, were present for all 3 nights but in this article we bring to you Night 3. Performing on the line up of this episode was Dominica very own Michele Henderson, and Carlyn XP; Chronixx out of Jamaica; Kes the Band out of Trinidad and Tobago and Sweet Micky out of Haiti. These powerful artists brought nothing but artistry to the stage with a little bit of controversy from Sweet Micky.  That itself was something... unique... to say it nicely on the WCMF Stage on Sunday.
Surely, everyone gathered had a great time and for those who made it for all 3 nights, we know that they had a blast but you don't have to take our word for it, we went out to find out what persons during the night 3 session had to say and they definitely had words to share.
The inventors(previous regime) and forecasters of this event, definitely saw the vision that this event would be long lasting and on its 20th year it has been blossoming. We can't wait to see what next year has to offer and wish you too, will be there as well. If there is one thing that this event has taught us is that come hurricane or no hurricane, Dominicans are strong and determined people and we, no matter the struggle(internal or externally), will continue to rise! Do enjoy Night number 3 of the Dominica World Creole Music Festival 2018.

TRINIDADIAN POSITIVE LIVE IN DOMINICA 2018 (EASTER SUNDAY 2018)

One thing we love here in the Caribbean is our reggae, soca, dancehall and bouyon music. Okay... that's more than one mbut... we love our Caribbean music. It brings joy to us and showcases our love and passion in art. The beauty of this, in addition to the already said beautiful things is when that music is coupled under positive and/or gospel lyrical content. It is Easter Sunday, a day set aside to remember the death burial and resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. What better place is there than to celebrate with other like minded individuals who see this time fitting to give thanks? NO WHERE ELSE! hehe Though there were other activities taking place around the island, I would chose this event every time! Positive the Trinidadian Reggae Artist came to the Nature Isle of the Caribbean to help its people celebrate Easter 2018. Blessing up the Stage were also Sernel, the dominican Bouyon solo artist, Sanctified and Solace also from Dominica. For the sake of being a huge fanatic, we have Positive's full performance in this article. However, we also have the other local performers on Mystelics Vlogs Easter Vlog. So please have a look and enjoy the celebration with me!

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DOMINICA CALYPSO SEMI-FINALS 2019 LIVE HIGHLIGHTS

One of Dominica best events in music is surrounding the Calypso Season. This is the Season that Dominica knows and calls its own. Today we are here for the Semi-Finals which lead up to the grand finale of the Calypso Season. Many of the patrons involved may have their favorite calypsonians and enjoy their favorite calypso songs but this is the night that puts the very best of the best together and send them straight to the top. This is where the realest of the realest make it. Congratulations to all those who made it through to the finals. This however is not about who made it but in the showcasing of the highlights for 2019 Calypso Semi-Finals Competition at the Windsor Park Sports Stadium.

NEW DOMINICA CALYPSO FINALS 2018 RESULTS & WINNER EMERGES

Let's all admit here... for those who were seriously paying attention to what was going on in the Calypso Arena at the Newtown Savannah in Dominica, we have to give it up to the organizers. After coming from and surviving hurricane Maria and what Dominica went through to get this show ready? Come on... the organizers of the Calypso Committee rose to the occasion so huge respects goes out to you guys.
Now, we bring to you the Calypso Finals result here in Dominica but before you scroll down, I must say, Dominica has the BEST CARIBBEAN Calypso hands down and for these guys to reach to the level that they did? It took a lot of hard work and dedication! As I said in a previous article, we Dominicans take our Calypso and Creole very very seriously and for the other CAribbean Islands that do calypso, they also do a great job but I'm giving it to Dominica based of what i've heard so far.
Today brings us to the day of the Final Calypso Competition that will be held for 2018 and in my books, everyone's a winner; even the former King, who for some reason could not continue his performance but he too was phenomenal in what he showcased. The results are below and if you would like to see all the performances please CLICK HERE!

Dominica Prime Minister Dances on Dominica Independence Day 2017

November 3rd is the Independence Day of the small Caribbean island known as Dominica in the Caribbean Region. Dominica, also known as the Nature Isle of the Caribbean celebrated it's 39th year of Independence under the leadership of the Hon. Roosevelt Skerrit, the prime minister of Dominica. Unfortunately for that small but passionate island, that is deeply routed in its Creole culture, Hurricane Maria passed through the island just a few months ago(September 18th to be exact), and literally wiped clean what was known as the Nature Isle! Devastation in the extent of 95% of the island itself was destroyed and there were no trees, fruits and normal living untouched by this category 5 hurricane. Two years prior, a tropical storm named Erica also swept through the beautiful island bringing destructive rainfall and flooding that literally changed the course of its look. Many persons died in these natural disasters but through it all the Dominica people remain strong and steadfast. Twice beaten but not defeated and as clearly seen here today, Dominica is still on its feet. Shaken? yes but still standing. So as we celebrate our 39th independence, may we remain strong and aim to push forward as we rebuild back our nation.



Dominica Independence Day takes place on November 3rd and on that day there's a big display of march styles in celebration of DOminica's Independence. This year, however, the march pass styles were dwindled due to what Hurricane Maria did to the island of Dominica leaving it for much rebuilding to take place. The Dominican people present still enjoyed the Independence March display at the Windsor Park Sports Stadium. The National Day Parade 2017 of Dominica was very much well represented by patriotic Dominicans from all over the country and world by extension. Below is the March Pass put on display so... do enjoy

NEESHA WOODS from Barbados IN DOMINICA YOUTH FEST 2017

What happens when Caribbean Islands come together to have fun during the summer? This does!
What happens when different people, from all works of life, come together? This does! What happens when the Caribbean lands in the Commonwealth of Dominica? Anything possible and I mean this with no apology. Considering I represent Dominica everywhere I go, I also like to see others representing their country in Dominica. For this cause we have a summer camp. Not just any summer camp but a summer camp that seeks to give honor and praise to the Creator of the Heaven and Earth all under fun and self building(both physically and spiritually). It's such a sad thing when something great starts, it will eventually come to an end and this is where this Episode comes in.
For the likes of Neesha Woodz, the soca gospel artist, who brings with her rhythms that will make you get off your feet and dance. With the likes of Dominica's very own Sernel, the bouyon gospel artist, who will make you leap from your seat with these high tension riddims from the nature isle, all in honor of the Music Creator and last but not least the likes of Excellency, the dominican-bajan artist, who started it all out. Dominica, the land of the rainforests and Sisserou parrots hosted these individuals in the South of Dominica known as Grand Bay and ended this Caribbean Summer camp with a bang. Have a look at what went down. Also do check out the Behind the Scenes Vlog of this very concert as well.

Dominica SERNEL performs his 2017 HIT ATTENTION

God is good, all the time and All the time, God is still Good. Amen and Amen to that but let me draw your attention to something. If God is good to you and me... shouldn't we give me all the glory and praise that is due unto him? Why yes... I do believe it should be so... unless I am wrong and you know this to be untrue, then please do let me know. But I believe where God has given us life and breathe it is our responsibility to do so. And this is why I believe Sernel has brought us here today. Bringing to our attention what needs to be brought and that is the truth. Sernel speaks so in his new release song; and you guessed it, 'Attention'. This is the very first time he is going to perform this song and we at BrBpTV were there to ensure that justice was given to his performance.

Sernel not only fused contemporary art in music but speaks the truth that has been told from centuries ago in his music. Talk about bridging the old with the new right? But this still doesn't change the message that what's true is still true. God lives, he reigns and its time for us to take heed to what Sernel has to say in his new fire song called 'Attention'.

DOMINICA CALYPSO FINALS SHOW 2017

You know who my favorite calypsonian is? No... let me rephrase this... Do you know who is the best Calypsonian in the Caribbean to date and is loved by everyone? He is from Dominica! The 8 time winning Calypso King of the world goes to King Dice!!! I love the king's music and his songwriter, Mr Aaron, does him justice! There is just something about the beauty of two individuals coming together to do something that they love and seeing the works of it manifest itself in such a fashion that the crowd or audience listening, no matter great or small, can definitely relate. Whether it be to the Lyrics or to the Talent itself. Everyone loves King Dice and he is back again to try to gain his 9th Calypso Title! I pray God that he gets it because this man has worked hard and I believe it's only fair but... the judges decision is final so no matter who wins I know that to topple the King... you have to come good.

Taking place in Carnival City in Dominica at the Pottersville Savannah Park, is the Calypso King Competition. Now Calypso is known all across the Caribbean and I think it is one of the first set of music to really make the people come together in unity and celebration. Calypso speaks on issues that take place in communities and dare I say speaks on the solutions. Calypso also speaks on the play of words which may hold double meanings which most of the times will make you laugh because you know what the artist and writers are trying to portray! Haha! It's fun and I love it and I believe this is one of the reasons why we love King Dice so much. Not that we don't love the other competitors, they too are great but we love the King. Another one I enjoyed was the one known as BooPlay. He, however, won't be at this year's competition due to his untimely passing. He sang a song last year called Air and this was one of the songs that placed Booplay in the top 4 finalists. May he rest in Peace. Now without a further a do, fierce competition in Carnival City and only one can wear that crown. Will it be King Dice Again or will he be Dethroned by one of the other talented Calypsonians this year. Do enjoy this year's Calypso Finals Episode Above.

WORLD CREOLE MUSIC FESTIVAL SUNDAY EDITION 2016

The World Creole Music Festival, commonly known as 'Creole Fest' is one of Dominica's, and dare I say, one of the Caribbean's most prize festivals. This festival takes place during the Creole/Independence Season in Dominica and happens on the last weekend of October(Friday, Saturday and Sunday) just after yet another phenomenal event known as Creole in the Park. Creole in the Park(CITP) takes place in Dominica's Botanical Gardens; a wide enough area that can take thousands upon thousands of people. At one pointing time, there was even a census stating that over 100,000 people were at the Botanical Gardens for one of the years that Creole in the Park went on. So this is to show the magnitude of support that these types of events receive. Surely, WCMF is much grander in style and stature and takes place at the Windsor Park Sports Stadium.

Last year, the WCMF had to be cancelled due to the unforeseen disaster of Tropical Storm Erika which, and I kid you not, brought so much rain that it merged all the rivers of Dominica causing serious flooding on the island. Many persons lost their lives, families, properties and will to survive at that time. It was as if mother nature was punishing us for not paying her much attention but we rose up like the Phoenix from the waters and regained strength to continue. This year we are back and stronger than ever to deliver. In this Episode we showcased what took place on the last night of Creole Fest and on that night brought the likes of Breve Music out of Dominica, Akon, all the way from Africa, Gentleman, all the way from Germany, and many others to our shores. There were numerous artists of that night who did a phenomenal job but in this BrBpTV Episode we highlighted a few and this was why. Please have a look at Episode Above.