Pompano Beach Arts is proud to celebrate Haitian Heritage month with a dazzling lineup of events including Dessalines Lives!, a concert by world-renowned jazz trumpeter Jean Caze, and a fun-filled dance event entitled Konpa Pompano.

Atlanta, GA – The Atlanta Caribbean Carnival produced by the Atlanta Caribbean Carnival Bandleaders Association (ACCBA) takes place May 26th - 29th . The famous Memorial Weekend festival recently received a huge dose of mainstream buzz upon the announcement that American Reality TV Star, Producer and Entrepreneur Martell Holt and Clarkston, GA Mayor Beverly Burks will join St. Lucia’s Motto as co-Grand Marshals of the 2023 festivities.

Port-of-Spain, Trinidad - A woman who possesses pure skill and determination to succeed is unstoppable. Add to those characteristics, a woman from the Caribbean, and the potential to win, increases tenfold. 

Port-of-Spain, Trinidad - He is living proof that there is always a way out of poverty and crime. Black Loyalty, one of Trinidad and Tobago’s prophetic, reggae musicians, says he made a vow, a long time ago, that he would not be a statistic.

Port-of-Spain, Trinidad - Masterful and purpose driven, one of the Caribbean’s most conscious artistes, Luciano, says he has “so much” to share with the people. The artiste is preparing for his follow up performance at the upcoming Redemption concert in Trinidad, on May 6th. He had been featured at the event in 2022. “Trinidad is one of my favorite spots to perform in the Caribbean,” he said recently, noting that the energy, the vibes and the people at last year’s event, thrilled him.

WASHINGTON, DC - The Inter-American Development Bank’s Cultural Centre will re-open on Friday with the work of artists from Barbados, the Bahamas and Haiti among those being featured.

Toronto, Canada - On April 21st, Toronto was transformed into a soca mecca as Patrice Roberts’ I AM Woman concert took over Rebel Concert Venue. The live band, Band North, opened up the show to a performance with the Powerhouse Gospel Choir singing Roberts’ song "Bless This Party." As the night continued, DJ Steph Honey kept the crowd going as the Savage Society dancers brought the heat. Roberts also brought out some of her artist friends to perform, such as Skinny Fabulous, Olatunji, Imani Ray, and Tempa. She shared a romantic moment onstage as she performed the collaboration single "Toxic" with her fiance, soca artist Drue.

New York, New York –Full casting has been announced for the Banana Boat Productions and New Perspectives Theatre Company  New York revival of Nigel D. Moffatt’s Caribbean drama Mamma Decemba, which will open at The New Perspectives Theatre Studio on Thursday May 4 for a limited run of eight performances.

New York, New York - Edley Shine “Da Big Voice” returns with new currency! On his first release of 2023 -- “Billi” – the legendary artist serves up memorable bars over an extra dope beat. A follow up to last year’s well-received “Active,” the talent once again proves he has evolved with the times on this catchy track, aiming to attract both his core audience and a young generation of Caribbean Fans, who are enjoying trap style music with Caribbean overtones.

New York, New York - Today, GRAMMY® winner, multiple Billboard chart-topping artist, and international reggae icon Buju Banton lights up a new single entitled “High Life” featuring Snoop Dogg—out now via Roc Nation Records/Gargamel Music/Def Jam Recordings. With its message of being above the clouds yet firmly grounded, “High Life” notably marks the first official collaboration between these two legendary trailblazers, tracing a direct line between Jamaica and the LBC for the first time.

Miami, Florida - The talented Puerto Rican artist Bernier and acclaimed performer Nio García join forces on their new single "Wuapa," a vibrant and sensual urban melody that promises to get everyone dancing, under the AP Global Music label.

New York, New York - Youthful, yet mature in thoughts and sound, daughter of Grammy award winning songwriter, singer and producer Stephen Marley and granddaughter of the late king of Reggae, Bob Marley, Mystic Marley is set to release her single titled "Energy".