Trinidad Carnival was an amazing experience. All the work that went into organizing and preparing was totally worth it. As a newbie to Trinidad Carnival and playing mas for the first time, I was determined to just go with the vibes! Trinidad Carnival is definitely about pacing yourself, which I did pretty well. I went to a few fetes, ate roti and corn soup on de road, got dutty … [Read more...] about Travel Vibes: Trinidad Carnival
5 Ways to celebrate Reggae Month
Reggae Month is an annual celebration of reggae music which takes place during February. Organized by the Jamaica Reggae Industry Association (JaRIA) since 2009. Although established in Jamaica, Reggae Month is celebrated around the globe with events such as concerts, roundtable discussions and workshops that pay homage to Reggae’s history and how the Reggae … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to celebrate Reggae Month
Vibes of the Week: Shenseea, Amara la Negra, Konshens & More
Vibes right now! Every week, we highlight the latest music from all the genres you enjoy. From Dancehall to Afro-beats and everything in between to get your weekend started right. Here’s the latest round up: Vibes: Reggae // Walshy Fire meets up and coming Jamaican artist Di Ruption inna mixtape style for the new ReggaeVival mixtape series … [Read more...] about Vibes of the Week: Shenseea, Amara la Negra, Konshens & More
Amara La Negra Brings the Complexities of Colorism for Afro-Latinos to TV
Amara La Negra made her debut on Love & Hip Hop Miami and her larger than life Afro, beautiful brown skin and Dominican roots were met with controversy. Amara’s cultural identity became a target onscreen with producer Young Hollywood and in social media. Girl, you don’t have to prove anything to anyone...just be your beautiful melanated self and represent YOU. Amara La … [Read more...] about Amara La Negra Brings the Complexities of Colorism for Afro-Latinos to TV
Opportunity: Art Noise Travel Residency Program in Africa
Art Noise is a new organization with a residency travel program recruiting independent creatives of Africa/Black descent and those of non-African descent as well who have interest in African arts and culture to engage in a three-month travel program in over 3 different African countries for 2018. The Program is designed for independent visual creatives, designers, and … [Read more...] about Opportunity: Art Noise Travel Residency Program in Africa