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by Steinberg Henry.
by Admin: It was the Summer of 2001 when there was the first ever gathering of Dominican Royalty in New York City. That night at the Veggie Castle Parking on Church Street in Brooklyn, nine former Calypso Kings of Dominica along with the Swinging Stars put on a grand spectacular for Dominicans and other Caribbean nationals in the tri-state area. Read full article by Jefferson Challenger. Since I grew up in the 70’s – 80’s my favorite calypsonians were Tronada, Ency and Wizard. But then in the 2000’s came King Dice. He has learnt from those before him, and now can be called one of the Masters. With great range, magnificent stage presence, serious lyrics, and the cry “Dice Again”, he has taken the art form to “The Next Level” (Prime Minister Skerritt will like that). Just like Tiger Woods, I believe he has made others in his field step up their game. Read full article |
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Roland ‘Spider’ James (1948-2005), is laid to rest today, July 13. His was the first Calypso Funeral celebrated in Dominica – a celebration of the dead in Calypso. I was pleased, moved. When I connected by Internet to Dominica Broadcasting Corporation, Calypsonian Kelly ‘Ghost’ Williams was singing a verse of