Happy Holidays from TORONTO-LIME.com

Happy Holidays everyone,

At the end of each year I attempt to thank everyone for their contributions and support for the past year, and each year I leave out many of you. Now that list has grown ten-fold and I will not attempt to start listing people off. My New Years resolution is to show my appreciation and say thanks whenever I can in 2008. For all you that I did not get a chance to say thanks to throughtout 2007, may I say THANK YOU!

Thank you for the tremendous support throughout 2007 and the previous years. Rest assured, you can certainly look forward to much more in 2008.

In the meantime, keep loggin-on and enjoy the Christmas music while taking in some ham, pastelle, blackcake, sorrel, and ginger beer *lol*

Most of all, please remember to be safe and drink responsibly. "Do you know when it's safe to drive?" Here's a little article I came across on the BBC news I think is a good read for all... see: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/magazine/7147803.stm

Be safe and hope to see more of you all personally in 2008. Seasons greetings to you this holiday season and may 2K8 be your year to shine!

Merry Christmas & A HAPPY New Year!!

Bless,

JEF

President / Director

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Machel’s ‘Make Love’ debuts at #1 on the TORONTO-LIME.com charts

Sunday December 23rd, 2007 – Toronto, ON - Machel Montano’s newest 2008 track entitled ‘Make Love’ debuted on the number one position today according to TORONTO-LIME.com weekly stat tracking. The song was only released on Monday and has already surpassed the hundreds of new tracks posted on the website.

The only other track ever to ever debut at number one in the history of the website’s chart is KES the Bands 2006 hit ‘Stay With Me’, which held that position for an incredible 10 weeks. How long will ‘Make Love’ remain the #1 song is yet to be seen, but what is certain is that Machel Montano is poised yet again for another outstanding year.

To view the weekly Top 20 Soca chart or listen to all the latest 2008 Carnival tracks go to http://www.toronto-lime.com/.

TORONTO-LIME.com named ‘Favourite Website’ at the NYC Promoter Awards

Wednesday December 19th, 2007 – Toronto, ON – The 2-time International Soca Awards winning website, www.TORONTO-LIME.com, copped yet another accolade last week. This time the online entertainment site was named ‘Favourite Website’ at the New York Promoter Awards hosted at Rum Jungle in Queens.

The website attracts not only visitors from every corner of the globe, but it also rivals many of the top entertainment websites on the net. TORONTO-LIME.com is currently ranked amongst the top 5000 websites in the world, thousands of ranking points ahead of any other Caribbean based website. "It's a tremendous honor," says Jef Lo (President of TORONTO-LIME.com INC.) "I'm just happy to be contributing to the Soca movement."

TORONTO-LIME.com was recognized for its achievements last week in New York and was also awarded two years in a row from public voting at the Int’l Soca Awards which first introduced a website category in 2006.

:: TRINIDAD & TOBAGO OFFICIAL CARNIVAL 2008 EVENTS ::

Saturday January 19th, 2008
* Junior Calypso Monarch Semi-Finals - Strand Entertainment, Dundonald St, POS - (10am)

Sunday January 20th, 2008
* National Panorama Semi-Finals - Northern Greens, Queens Park Savannah (QPS) , POS (11am)

Monday January 21st, 2008
* Young Kings Calypso Monarch Final

Tuesday January 22nd, 2008
* Northern Region Soca In Pan - Northern Greens, QPS (7pm)

Wednesday January 23rd, 2008
* National Extempo & Limbo Prelims - Strand Entertainment, Dundonald St, POS (10am)

Thursday January 24th, 2008
* Downtown Carnival Launch - City Hall, Hart Street, Port-of-Spain, 5pm
* Kings & Queens Prelims - Northern Greens, QPS (8pm)

Friday January 25th, 2008
* International Soca Monarch Semi-Finals

Saturday January 26th, 2008
* Red Cross Kiddies Carnival - Port of Spain (11am-1pm)
* Single Pam Semis - Victoria Square, POS (6pm)
* Calypso "Fiesta" Monarch Semi Final - Skinner Park, San Fernando (12pm)

Sunday January 27th, 2008
* Junior Panorama Finals - Northern Greens, QPS (9am)
* NCBA Junior Kings/Queens/ Individuals Prelims - Jean Pierre Complex (9am)
* St. James Junior Street Parade - Western Main Rd, St. James (1:30pm)

Monday January 28th, 2008
* Junior Calypso Monarch Finals - Northern Greens, QPS (10am)
* Unattached Calypso Monarch Finals - Picadilly Greens, POS (7pm)

Tuesday January 29th, 2008
* Kings & Queens Semi-Finals / Jr. Kings & Queens Finals - Northern Greens, QPS (7pm)

Wednesday January 30th, 2008
* South Central Zone Calypso Finals - Skinner Park, San Fernando (7pm)
* National Small Bands & National Single Pan Bands Finals - Northern Greens, QPS (7pm)
* Senior Individuals/Traditional/Conventional Mas Competition - Northern Greens, QPS (8pm)

Thursday January 31st, 2008
* Pan Trinbago Panorama Finals (Small Orchestras) - Skinner Park (San Fernando)
* National Extempo & Limbo Finals - Jean Pierre Complex, POS (7pm)

Friday February 1st, 2008
* Canboulay Re-Enactment - Duke St (5am)
* Parade of Traditional Mas Characters - Downton Port-of-Spain (noon)
* International Soca Monarch Finals - Queens Park Oval, POS (7pm)

Saturday February 2nd, 2008
* NCBA/Sunshine Snacks Junior Parade of the Bands - St. Vincent St to Queen's Park Savannah Judging Site (8am)
* National Panorama Finals - Skinner Park, San Fernando (7pm)

Sunday February 3rd, 2008
* Nostalgia (Traditional Parade) - Piccadilly Greens to Adam Smith Square (8am)
* Dimanche Gras (Kings & Queens of Carnival / Calypso Monarch Finals) - Northern Greens, QPS (7pm)

Monday February 4th, 2008 (Carnival Monday)
* J'Ouvert - South Quay, Port of Spain (4am)
* Parade of the Bands - Streets of Port of Spain (11am-8pm)
* Pan on the Road - Victoria Square & Streets of Port-of-Spain
* Monday Night Mas - Victoria Square, Port of Spain

Tuesday February 5th, 2008 (Carnival Tuesday)
* Parade of the Bands - Judging points @ Adam Smith Square, Piccadilly on the Greens, Queen's Park South (11am-8pm)
* Pan Trinbago Pan on the Road - Victoria Square & Streets of Port-of-Spain
* Pan Trinbago Las' Lap - Western Main Rd, St James

Saturday February 9th, 2008
* Champs In Concert - Northern Greens, QPS (8pm)

Updated TnT Carnival 2K8 FETE LISTING

Disclaimer: Toronto-Lime.com provides information about events as a service to both the promoters and Toronto-Lime.com visitors. Inclusion in this website of event information does not constitute an endorsement or a recommendation. Toronto-Lime.com cannot be held responsible for the accuracy of the event information nor for any injury or loss that may occur to those who chose to attend an event. Although reasonable efforts are made to ensure the information provided is accurate, Toronto-Lime.com recommends that you call the promoter or visit their website before attending its event to confirm the date, location, and other details.

Tuesday January 1st, 2008 (New Years Day)
* Trinity College's Soka In Moka - Trinity College, Maraval - 4pm
* Yorke Inc. 'Start de Carnival Back-a-Yard Dutch Party' - Ann Ave, Diego Martin - 6pm

Thursday January 3rd, 2008
* NACC Top 20 Calypso Awards 2007 - Cascadia Hotel, St Ann's - 7pm

Friday January 4th, 2008
* St Francois Girls College Annual All-Inclusive - St John's Hall, Wrightson Rd, POS - 4pm
* TUCO North Region Klassic Ruso Calypso Tent - City Hall, Knox St, POS - 8pm

Saturday January 5th, 2008
* Island People Amnesia - Chaguaramas Golf Course - 4pm *event canceled*
* QRC Outta de Blue VII All-Inclusive - QRC Grounds (St. Clair) - 4pm
* Chutney Soca Monarch Semi-Finals
* Blazin' Fire Fete
* Temperature - Mobs II, Chaguaramas

Sunday January 6th, 2008
* Friends Forever (formerly Friends of BPTT) All-Inclusive - 2pm
* Beach Camp Club Annual Carnival Party -Beach Camp Club, Palo Seco
* Kabuki Sweet Soca Stew '08 Premium Affair - 4pm

Thursday January 10th, 2008
* TUCO South/Central Region Kaiso Showkase - Palms Club, San Fernando - 8pm

Friday January 11th, 2008
* Bazodee Friday - Pier 1, Chaguaramas - 9pm
* Soca All Stars
* Legacy Cooler Fete

Saturday January 12th, 2008
* Evolution Carnival All-Inclusive (Valsayn) *event canceled*
* Wicked in White
* Pearl Glow All-Inclusive -Pearl Gardens, Petit Valley- 9pm
* St Mary's All-Inclusive - St. Mary's College (Pembroke St, POS)
* Hilarians' All-Inclusive - Hasely Crawford Stadium, Wrightson Rd, POS - 4pm
* Bishop Anstey All-Inclusive - Bishop Anstey Grounds, POS - 4pm
* Courts Staff Talent Show - Centre of Excellence, Macoya 5pm
* Chutney Glow 2008 - 8pm
* WASA Fete - St. Joseph
* Youth Fest
* Licensing Fete - Licensing Office Grounds

Sunday January 13th, 2008
* US Embassy All-Inclusive - Haseley Crawford Stadium - 2pm
* Yorke Inc Annual Carnival All-Inclusive - Windsor Road, Valsayn - 2pm
* TTARP Annual Carnival Show & Dance - The Mas Camp (French St, Woodbrook) - 2pm
* South Central Boyz All-Inclusive
* WITCO One Fete - Queens Park Oval

Wednesday January 16th, 2008
* Carnival Under The Trees (Kick-Off) - Normandie Hotel, 10 Nook Av, St Ann - 8pm

Friday January 18th, 2008
* TCL All-Inclusive - TCL Poolside - 7pm
* Central Bank All Inclusive (Secret Garden) - Eric Williams Plaza, POS - 9pm
* Ladies Night Out 5 - Jean Pierre Complex, POS - 8pm
* National Flour Mills Fete

Saturday January 19th, 2008
* Belex All-Inclusive 3 - Lion's Cultural Centre - 6:30pm
* Chutney Soca Monach Finals - Skinner Park - 8pm
* NGC Sports Club All-Inclusive - Country Club - 8pm
* O' Farrell's All-Inclusive - Mobs 2, Chaguaramas - 8pm
* Republic Bank Fete - Pier 1, Chaguaramas
* Blue Range All Inclusive
* South Cancer Society All-Inclusive
* Royal Bank All-Inclusive - Pier 1 (Chaguaramas)

Sunday January 20th, 2008
* Pan Trinbago Panorama Semi-Finals - 11am
* Kiddies Carnival, St Anthony's College - Westmoorings - 1pm
* UWI 17th Annual All-Inclusive Carnival Fete - UWI Grounds (St Augustine) - 2pm
* Friends of Blood Bank Fete All-Inclusive - 2pm
* Mc Leod Annual All-Inclusive - 2pm
* Karambouly Kreations All-Inclusive - Twin Walls, La Romain - 2pm
* Maritime All-Inclusive

Wednesday January 23rd, 2008
* Carnival Under The Trees (Pan Gone Mad 3) - Normandie Hotel, 10 Nook Av, St Ann - 8pm

Friday January 25th, 2008
* International Soca Monarch Semi-Finals
* Carnival Under The Trees (Jumbie Bead) - Normandie Hotel, 10 Nook Av, St Ann - 8pm
* Misty Ridge All-Inclusive - Hadeed Ranch

Saturday January 26th, 2008
* Red Cross Kiddies Carnival, Jean Pierre Complex, POS - 1pm
* Fatima College All-Inclusive - Fatima Grounds, Mucurapo Rd - 7pm
* Carnival Under The Trees (Kitchener Forever) - Normandie Hotel, 10 Nook Av, St Ann - 8pm * Outspoken - Roger Gibbon St, Barataria - 9pm
* White Oak Chutney Brass 7 - Guaracara Park (Point-A-Pierre) - 9pm
* Machel's Alternative Concept 6 - Haseley Crawford Stadium, Wrightson Rd, POS - 10pm
* Kama Sutra VII - Country Club, Maraval - 10pm
* AS Brydens 9th Annual All Inclusive
* Victoria Gardens All Inclusive

Sunday January 27th, 2008
* Jamboree Sunday - Jamboree Park, Valsayn - 2pm
* CAREC All-Inclusive - Federation Park (St. Clair) - 2pm
* Nestle Annual All-Inclusive - Churchill Roosevelt Hwy, Valsayn - 2pm
* Hearts on Fire All-Inclusive - Normandie Hotel, 10 Nook Av, St Ann - 5pm
* T&Tec Soca Shoka VIII - St John's Complex
* Georgian Jubilation VI All-Inclusive - St George's College's (Barataria)
* UNC All-Inclusive Fete
* Heart Beat Hilton

Monday January 28th, 2008
* Link Up Cruise V - Chaguaramas
* PNM Fete - Balisier House, Victoria Ave. POS - 9pm
* Mardi Gras 2K8 - 10pm
* Smile All-Inclusive

Tuesday January 29th, 2008
* A.W.O.L. - Macqueripe Rd, Chaguaramas - 4pm
* Tranquillity 2K8 Boat Cruise - Treasure Queen (Pier 2, Chaguaramas) - 7pm
* Carnival Under The Trees (Baron & Friends) - Normandie Hotel, 10 Nook Av, St Ann - 8pm
* Eyes Wide Shut CARNIVALE - Queens Park Oval - 9pm
* Island Style Glow '08 - 10pm
* Bishops Junior School All-Inclusive Fete

Wednesday January 30th, 2008
* S.O.S. - Maracas - 12pm
* The Ranch - Cunupia
* Carnival Under The Trees (Bring Dat Back) - Normandie Hotel, 10 Nook Av, St Ann - 8pm
* Custom Boys Pan-o-Brass Fete - Hasely Crawford Stadium, POS - 9pm
* Fete`n with the Stars - The Harvard Club (St. James) - 9pm
* Bacchanal Wednesday - Chaguaramas - 10pm

Thursday January 31st, 2008
* Headley All Inclusive Fete - Salybia - 11am
* Beach House Carnival - Ortinola Estate (Maracas) - 11am
* Alternative Thursdays, Down the Islands - 11am
* Blanchisseuse All-Inclusive - 11am
* La Flor's 'Melange' Carnival Cruise - Pier 1 Marines, Chaguaramas - 12pm
* SS Wassy Big Boatride - Treasure Queen - Pier 2, Chagaramas - 7pm
* Machel In Concert - Normandie Hotel, 10 Nook Av, St Ann - 9pm
* TRIBE Carnival Thursday - Queen's Park Oval - 9pm
* UWI Splash - Chaguaramas - 9pm
* T&T Police Assoc. Annual Carnival Fete - Police Training College
* Island People Carnival Event

Friday February 1st, 2008
* Blue Range Cooler Fete - Diego Martin
* Break Biche Premium All-Inclusive - 12pm
* Taste of Carnival All-Inclusive - TTHTI Compound, Airways Rd, Chaguaramas - 12pm
* Fantastic Friday (Soca Monarch Finals) - 7pm
* Under The Trees (Kitchener Come Back) - Normandie Hotel, 10 Nook Av, St Ann - 8pm
* IslandPeople Girl Power - 9pm
* Rise All-Inclusive - Moka, Maraval - 9pm
* D'Cooler Fete - Pier 1, Chaguaramas - 9pm
* IMAGINE Drinks Inclusive
* Options All-Inclusive

Saturday February 2nd, 2008
* Jamboree - "EUPHORIA" All Inclusive - Valsayn - 2pm
* Atlantis 4—D Ultra All-Inclusive - Pier 1, Chaguaramas - 4pm
* Eclipze All-Inclusive - The North Deck, Maraval
* Pan Trinbago National Panorama Finals - Skinner Park, San Fernando - 7pm
* Carnival Under The Trees (Monarchs Back to Back) - Normandie Hotel, 10 Nook Av, St Ann - 8pm
* Chutney Survivor Cooler Fete 2, Guaracara Park, Pointe-a-Pierre - 9pm
* Island Style Insomnia Fete - Mobs 2 (Chaguaramas)
* Trini Posse Fete - Chaguaramas
* Dawn, Sunrise In The City
* Lions All Inclusive Fete - Lions Civic Centre (Port of Spain)

Sunday February 3rd, 2008 (Carnival Sunday)
* D'Original Breakfast Party - Diamond Vale, Diego Martin - 1am
* Sunny Side Up Breakfast Party - Palm Avenue West, Petit Valley - 1am
* Sanctuary (Headley All-Inclusive) - Windsor Road, Valsayn - 11am
* Atlantis Booze Cruise - Chaguaramas - 11am
* Brian Lara All-Inclusive Fete - Chancellor Hill, Queen's Park West - 2pm
* Moka Explosion All-Inclusive - St. Andrews Golf Club - Moka, Maraval - 2pm
* T&T Involvers Boat Cruise - Treasure Queen, Pier 2 (Chaguaramas) - 3pm
* Harvard Club All-Inclusive Fete - Harvard Club, St. James - 4pm
* Dimanche Gras, Jean Pierre Complex, POS - 7pm
* Mania - Country Club - 9pm
* Hilton Poolside - Hilton Hotel (Lady Young Rd, Port of Spain) - 9pm
* Is Just A Fete (TASA) - Queen's Hall, Port-of-Spain
* Cotton Tree Foundation All Inclusive Fete - Spanish Acres

Monday February 4th, 2008
* J'Ouvert (4am)
* Parade of the Bands
* Carnival Jump Up - Hilton Hotel (Lady Young Rd, Port of Spain)
* Monday Night Mas - Paramin Hill

Tuesday February 5th, 2008
* Parade of the Bands - Judging points @ Adam Smith Square, Piccadilly on the Greens, Queen's Park South
* Pan Trinbago Pan on the Road - Victoria Square and Downtown POS
* Pan Trinbago Las' Lap - Western Main Rd, St James

Wednesday February 6th, 2007
* Beach Lime - Maracas Bay, Las Cuevas, Blanchisseuse Bay
* Wild Meat Cool Down - Balandra Bay
* Ash Wed Boatride - Treasure Queen (Pier 2, Chaguaramas)
* Chutney Soca Tent - Quinam Beach
* 3rd Annual Ash Wednesday River Lime - De Freitas Ranch, Valencia
* Annual Lagniappe - De Nu Pub (The Mas Camp), Woodbrook - 9pm

Thursday February 7th, 2008
* Annual Lagniappe - De Nu Pub (The Mas Camp), Woodbrook - 9pm

Friday February 8th, 2008
* Caribbean Wet Fete - Tobago

Saturday February 9th, 2008
* Pan Trinbago Champs in Concert 2K8 - 8pm

Sunday February 10th, 2008
* Anyhowers' Annual After-Carnival Boatride to La Tinta - 10am

Source: http://www.toronto-lime.com/carnival/tnt_fetes.htm

Latest TORONTO-LIME.com MUSIC updates...

:: 2008 SOCA RELEASES ::
Machel Montano - Make Love
Rizon - We Doh Fear
KES the Band - Remedy
KMC - Carnival Clap
Nadia Batson - Mind Yuh Business
Patrice Roberts - Mo Wuk
KES & Mista Vybe - Wave It Away
Derrick Seales - Pressure
Silver - Phone Card Reply
Skhi - Vampire
Leon Coldero - Kalawatie
Destra Garcia - Wine It

:: LATEST REMIX/ROADMIXES ::
Farmer Nappy - Chippin' (Roadmix)
Patrice ft Macka Diamond - Wukkin Up RMX
Farm P - Sexy Chocolate Girls Remix
Destra Garcia - High (DJ Dee Remix)
KES the Band - Right Dey (Tony Tempo Refix)
Kat DeLuna ft Ziggy - Whine Up Soca-Pop RMX
Destra - High (G-Factory RMX)
KES the Band - Right Dey (Illusion Mix)
KES the Band - Right Dey (Jester Refix)
J Holiday - Bed (D'Enforcas RMX)

:: 2007 PARANG ::
4 Brass - All Dat Yuh Have
Ajamu - Rosita
H2O Phlo - Christmas By Your Door
H2O Phlo ft Baron - Sweetest Christmas Lime
Small Pin - Better Christmas
Steve Theodore - So We Know It
Synnah - Just Because It's Christmas
Berbice - Christmas Time
Candy Hoyte - Long Time Christmas
Leon Coldero - Ron
Luta - Soca Christmas
Skatie - Miss Tu Young Tu Pong
Slammer Cutter & Farm P - Buss Yuh Bar
Third Bass - Cash For Christmas
Connector - Ole Time Christmas

http://www.toronto-lime.com/music/

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* Soca Summit (Dec 15 '07)
* Jr Reid in New Zealand (Dec 13 '07)
* Jingle Jam 3 (Dec 8 '07)
* Ivy Carnival Saturday (Dec 8 '07)
* Carnival Nationz Apprec (Dec 8 '07)
* NY Pomoter Awards (Dec 7 '07)
* Toronto Motorcyle Show (Dec 7 '07)
* Big People Parang (Nov 25 '07)
* Carnival Craziness (Nov 30 '07)

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Nurse Karen Celebrates Two Years On-the-Air

Toronto, ON - Monday December 3rd, 2007 - The fun-loving source for all that is new in the world of soca celebrated two years on the radio on Sunday. Known to listeners as Nurse Karen, entertainment journalist Karen L. Richardson offers a light-hearted look at the devolopment of the soca genre on Flow 93.5 FM's Soca Therapy. "Dr. Jay's Rounds" was first conceptualized in August, 2005 when Richardson had just graduated journalism school. The idea was immediately pitched to 2-time SAO International Soca DJ of the year Dr. Jay and given the okay by Flow three months later.

Karen L. Richardson received her Bachelor of Journalism degree from the University of King's College in 2005. She has since worked in radio television and print. Online she has contributed to Toronto-Lime.com, Boom-Tribe.com and WeMagOnline.com. She got her earliest experience working with The Vincentian, the oldest publication in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Always an avid lover of arts and entertainment, Richardson is a well-known spoken word performer. In 2004, she published and edited T-Dot Griots: An Anthology of Toronto's Black Storytellers with Steven Green.

To mark the special anniversary, Richardson is launching the (Nurse) Karen (Etc) blog. The site offers The Rounds to an international online audence that may not be able to catch her on-air each Sunday. "Ever since I started the Nurse Karen character, artists have been asking me to send them updates of what I say on air. I'm looking forward to providing a way for industry personalities to subscribe and track their press. I really can't wait to interact with the listeners. It should be fun to hear their opinions on the news I cover," said Richardson.

(Nurse) Karen (Etc) will be updated weekly with The Rounds scripts, and Richardson promises more! Readers can log on for special music reviews and carnival recaps, plus artist photos and video from Richardson's travels.

To get in on the action visit: http://www.mustardseeds.net/ and click (Nurse) Karen (Etc) or subscribe directly at: http://mustardseedmedia.blogspot.com/

2008 Trinidad Carnival Fete Schedule

Disclaimer: Toronto-Lime.com provides information about events as a service to both the promoters and Toronto-Lime.com visitors. Inclusion in this website of event information does not constitute an endorsement or a recommendation. Toronto-Lime.com cannot be held responsible for the accuracy of the event information nor for any injury or loss that may occur to those who chose to attend an event. Although reasonable efforts are made to ensure the information provided is accurate, Toronto-Lime.com recommends that you call the promoter or visit their website before attending its event to confirm the date, location, and other details.

Tuesday January 1st, 2008 (New Years Day)
* Trinity College's Soka In Moka - Trinity College, Maraval - 4pm
* Yorke Inc. 'Start de Carnival Back-a-Yard Dutch Party' - Ann Ave, Diego Martin - 6pm

Thursday January 3rd, 2008
* NACC Top 20 Calypso Awards 2007 - Cascadia Hotel, St Ann's - 7pm

Friday January 4th, 2008
* St Francois Girls College Annual All-Inclusive - St John's Hall, Wrightson Rd, POS - 4pm
* TUCO North Region Klassic Ruso Calypso Tent - City Hall, Knox St, POS - 8pm

Saturday January 5th, 2008
* Island People Amnesia Ultra-All-Inclusive - Chaguaramas Golf Course - 4pm
* QRC Outta de Blue VII All-Inclusive - QRC Grounds (St. Clair) - 4pm
* Chutney Soca Monarch Semi-Finals
* Blazin' Fire Fete
* Temperature - Mobs II, Chaguaramas

Sunday January 6th, 2008
* Friends Forever (formerly Friends of BPTT) All-Inclusive - 2pm
* Beach Camp Club Annual Carnival Party -Beach Camp Club, Palo Seco
* Kabuki Sweet Soca Stew '08 Premium Affair - 4pm

Thursday January 10th, 2008
* TUCO South/Central Region Kaiso Showkase - Palms Club, San Fernando - 8pm

Friday January 11th, 2008
* Soca All Stars
* Legacy Cooler Fete

Saturday January 12th, 2008
* Evolution Carnival All-Inclusive (Valsayn)
* Wicked in White
* Pearl Glow All-Inclusive -Pearl Gardens, Petit Valley- 9pm
* St Mary's All-Inclusive - St. Mary's College (Pembroke St, POS)
* Hilarians' All-Inclusive - Hasely Crawford Stadium, Wrightson Rd, POS - 4pm
* Bishop Anstey All-Inclusive - Bishop Anstey Grounds, POS - 4pm
* Courts Staff Talent Show - Centre of Excellence, Macoya 5pm
* Chutney Glow 2008 - 8pm
* WASA Fete - St. Joseph
* Youth Fest
* Licensing Fete - Licensing Office Grounds

Sunday January 13th, 2008
* US Embassy All-Inclusive - Haseley Crawford Stadium - 2pm
* Yorke Inc Annual Carnival All-Inclusive - Windsor Road, Valsayn - 2pm
* TTARP Annual Carnival Show & Dance - The Mas Camp (French St, Woodbrook) - 2pm
* South Central Boyz All-Inclusive
* WITCO One Fete - Queens Park Oval

Wednesday January 16th, 2008
* Carnival Under The Trees (Kick-Off) - Normandie Hotel, 10 Nook Av, St Ann - 8pm

Friday January 18th, 2008
* TCL All-Inclusive - TCL Poolside - 7pm
* Central Bank All Inclusive (Secret Garden) - Eric Williams Plaza, POS - 9pm
* Ladies Night Out 5 - Jean Pierre Complex, POS - 8pm
* Bazodee Friday - Pier 1, Chaguaramas - 9pm
* Barbarossa Cooler Fete
* National Flour Mills Fete

Saturday January 19th, 2008
* Belex All-Inclusive 3 - Lion's Cultural Centre - 6:30pm
* Chutney Soca Monach Finals - Skinner Park - 8pm
* NGC Sports Club All-Inclusive - Country Club - 8pm
* O' Farrell's All-Inclusive - Mobs 2, Chaguaramas - 8pm
* Republic Bank Fete - Pier 1, Chaguaramas
* Blue Range All Inclusive
* South Cancer Society All-Inclusive
* Royal Bank All-Inclusive - Pier 1 (Chaguaramas)

Sunday January 20th, 2008
* Pan Trinbago Panorama Semi-Finals - 11am
* Kiddies Carnival, St Anthony's College - Westmoorings - 1pm
* UWI 17th Annual All-Inclusive Carnival Fete - UWI Grounds (St Augustine) - 2pm
* Friends of Blood Bank Fete All-Inclusive - 2pm
* Mc Leod Annual All-Inclusive - 2pm
* Karambouly Kreations All-Inclusive - Twin Walls, La Romain - 2pm
* Maritime All-Inclusive

Wednesday January 23rd, 2008
* Carnival Under The Trees (Pan Gone Mad 3) - Normandie Hotel, 10 Nook Av, St Ann - 8pm

Friday January 25th, 2008
* International Soca Monarch Semi-Finals
* Carnival Under The Trees (Jumbie Bead) - Normandie Hotel, 10 Nook Av, St Ann - 8pm
* Misty Ridge All-Inclusive - Hadeed Ranch

Saturday January 26th, 2008
* Red Cross Kiddies Carnival, Jean Pierre Complex, POS - 1pm
* Fatima College All-Inclusive - Fatima Grounds, Mucurapo Rd - 7pm
* Carnival Under The Trees (Kitchener Forever) - Normandie Hotel, 10 Nook Av, St Ann - 8pm * Outspoken - Roger Gibbon St, Barataria - 9pm
* White Oak Chutney Brass 7 - Guaracara Park (Point-A-Pierre) - 9pm
* Machel's Alternative Concept 6 - Haseley Crawford Stadium, Wrightson Rd, POS - 10pm
* Kama Sutra VII - Country Club, Maraval - 10pm
* AS Brydens 9th Annual All Inclusive
* Victoria Gardens All Inclusive

Sunday January 27th, 2008
* Jamboree Sunday - Jamboree Park, Valsayn - 2pm
* CAREC All-Inclusive - Federation Park (St. Clair) - 2pm
* Nestle Annual All-Inclusive - Churchill Roosevelt Hwy, Valsayn - 2pm
* Hearts on Fire All-Inclusive - Normandie Hotel, 10 Nook Av, St Ann - 5pm
* T&Tec Soca Shoka VIII - St John's Complex
* Georgian Jubilation VI All-Inclusive - St George's College's (Barataria)
* UNC All-Inclusive Fete
* Heart Beat Hilton

Monday January 28th, 2008
* Link Up Cruise V - Chaguaramas
* PNM Fete - Balisier House, Victoria Ave. POS - 9pm
* Mardi Gras 2K8 - 10pm
* Mad Hatters Ball
* Smile All-Inclusive

Tuesday January 29th, 2008
* A.W.O.L. - Macqueripe Rd, Chaguaramas - 4pm
* Tranquillity 2K8 Boat Cruise - Treasure Queen (Pier 2, Chaguaramas) - 7pm
* Carnival Under The Trees (Baron & Friends) - Normandie Hotel, 10 Nook Av, St Ann - 8pm
* Eyes Wide Shut CARNIVALE - Queens Park Oval - 9pm
* Island Style Glow '08 - 10pm
* Bishops Junior School All-Inclusive Fete

Wednesday January 30th, 2008
* S.O.S. - Maracas - 12pm
* The Ranch - Cunupia
* Carnival Under The Trees (Bring Dat Back) - Normandie Hotel, 10 Nook Av, St Ann - 8pm
* Custom Boys Pan-o-Brass Fete - Hasely Crawford Stadium, POS - 9pm
* Fete`n with the Stars - The Harvard Club (St. James) - 9pm
* Bacchanal Wednesday - Chaguaramas - 10pm

Thursday January 31st, 2008
* Headley All Inclusive Fete - Salybia - 11am
* Beach House Carnival - Ortinola Estate (Maracas) - 11am
* Alternative Thursdays, Down the Islands - 11am
* Blanchisseuse All-Inclusive - 11am
* La Flor's 'Melange' Carnival Cruise - Pier 1 Marines, Chaguaramas - 12pm
* SS Wassy Big Boatride - Treasure Queen - Pier 2, Chagaramas - 7pm
* Machel In Concert - Normandie Hotel, 10 Nook Av, St Ann - 9pm
* TRIBE Carnival Thursday - Queen's Park Oval - 9pm
* UWI Splash - Chaguaramas - 9pm
* T&T Police Assoc. Annual Carnival Fete - Police Training College
* Island People Carnival Event

Friday February 1st, 2008
* Blue Range Cooler Fete - Diego Martin
* Break Biche Premium All-Inclusive - 12pm
* Taste of Carnival All-Inclusive - TTHTI Compound, Airways Rd, Chaguaramas - 12pm
* Fantastic Friday (Soca Monarch Finals) - 7pm
* Under The Trees (Kitchener Come Back) - Normandie Hotel, 10 Nook Av, St Ann - 8pm
* IslandPeople Girl Power - 9pm
* Rise All-Inclusive - Moka, Maraval - 9pm
* D'Cooler Fete - Pier 1, Chaguaramas - 9pm
* IMAGINE Drinks Inclusive
* Options All-Inclusive

Saturday February 2nd, 2008
* Jamboree - "EUPHORIA" All Inclusive - Valsayn - 2pm
* Atlantis 4—D Ultra All-Inclusive - Pier 1, Chaguaramas - 4pm
* Eclipze All-Inclusive - The North Deck, Maraval
* Pan Trinbago National Panorama Finals - Skinner Park, San Fernando - 7pm
* Carnival Under The Trees (Monarchs Back to Back) - Normandie Hotel, 10 Nook Av, St Ann - 8pm
* Chutney Survivor Cooler Fete 2, Guaracara Park, Pointe-a-Pierre - 9pm
* Island Style Insomnia Fete - Mobs 2 (Chaguaramas)
* Trini Posse Fete - Chaguaramas
* Dawn, Sunrise In The City
* Lions All Inclusive Fete - Lions Civic Centre (Port of Spain)

Sunday February 3rd, 2008 (Carnival Sunday)
* D'Original Breakfast Party - Diamond Vale, Diego Martin - 1am
* Sunny Side Up Breakfast Party - Palm Avenue West, Petit Valley - 1am
* Sanctuary (Headley All-Inclusive) - Windsor Road, Valsayn - 11am
* Atlantis Booze Cruise - Chaguaramas - 11am
* Brian Lara All-Inclusive Fete - Chancellor Hill, Queen's Park West - 2pm
* Moka Explosion All-Inclusive - St. Andrews Golf Club - Moka, Maraval - 2pm
* T&T Involvers Boat Cruise - Treasure Queen, Pier 2 (Chaguaramas) - 3pm
* Harvard Club All-Inclusive Fete - Harvard Club, St. James - 4pm
* Dimanche Gras, Jean Pierre Complex, POS - 7pm
* Mania - Country Club - 9pm
* Hilton Poolside - Hilton Hotel (Lady Young Rd, Port of Spain) - 9pm
* Is Just A Fete (TASA) - Queen's Hall, Port-of-Spain
* Cotton Tree Foundation All Inclusive Fete - Spanish Acres

Monday February 4th, 2008
* J'Ouvert (4am)
* Parade of the Bands
* Carnival Jump Up - Hilton Hotel (Lady Young Rd, Port of Spain)
* Monday Night Mas - Paramin Hill

Tuesday February 5th, 2008
* Parade of the Bands - Judging points @ Adam Smith Square, Piccadilly on the Greens, Queen's Park South
* Pan Trinbago Pan on the Road - Victoria Square and Downtown POS
* Pan Trinbago Las' Lap - Western Main Rd, St James

Wednesday February 6th, 2007
* Beach Lime - Maracas Bay, Las Cuevas, Blanchisseuse Bay
* Wild Meat Cool Down - Balandra Bay
* Ash Wed Boatride - Treasure Queen (Pier 2, Chaguaramas)
* Chutney Soca Tent - Quinam Beach
* 3rd Annual Ash Wednesday River Lime - De Freitas Ranch, Valencia
* Annual Lagniappe - De Nu Pub (The Mas Camp), Woodbrook - 9pm

Thursday February 7th, 2008
* Annual Lagniappe - De Nu Pub (The Mas Camp), Woodbrook - 9pm

Friday February 8th, 2008
* Caribbean Wet Fete - Tobago

Saturday February 9th, 2008
* Pan Trinbago Champs in Concert 2K8 - 8pm

Sunday February 10th, 2008
* Anyhowers' Annual After-Carnival Boatride to La Tinta - 10am

Source: http://www.toronto-lime.com/carnival/tnt_fetes.htm

Toronto beauty NADIA DAWN on the December cover of WE Magazine

Toronto, ON - Monday December 3rd, 2007 - Toronto-born beauty NADIA DAWN is one of Hollywood’s fastest rising stars. The multi-talented actress/screenwriter/producer/model/TV host is of English and Indian descent, born to Guyanese parents and is WE Magazine's cover girl for December.

Nadia Dawn has gone from producing her own series, to landing a feature role with Prodigy (Mob Deep), to hosting on the red carpet at the NAACP Image Awards with A-list celebrities in Hollywood. From modeling, to hosting, to acting, to writing, and to producing – Nadia Dawn is definitely one to watch out for.

To read the full cover story, you can pick up a FREE copy of WE Magazine which will be available in all the major West Indian outlets this weekend (Saturday December 8th).

For more info, visit http://www.wemagonline.com/ or www.myspace.com/wemagonline.

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‘Share’ columnist launches new satirical book: Tales from Iceboxland

Toronto, November 24th, 2007 - The Chancellor of 'Commess University', Queen Macoomeh (www.commessuniversity.com) officially launched her very first book at A Different Booklist in Toronto yesterday. On hand to assist the Queen with reading some excerpts from the book were Michael Lashley (Consul General of Trinidad & Tobago) and Rhoma Spencer (actress/playwright).

Queen Macoomeh also read from her book and shared her inspiration for writing her very first piece, which she submitted to the Share newspaper back in 2001. "I was able to live a childhood dream that CARIBANA day," she spoke of her experience at the CARIBANA parade where, for a brief few minutes she was given the chance to dance and carry a 'Carnival King Costume' from Louis Saldenah's mas band. The editor of Share was so impressed with her unique style of grammar and dialect that he asked her to submit another. Soon she found herself writing for the Share each week.

Queen Macoomeh has now compiled 37 of her best columns, along with a few new stories, into one book. Tales from Iceboxland is available at A Different Booklist, 746 Bathurst Street, (www.adifferentbooklist.com), www.Amazon.com and www.BarnesAndNoble.com. Personally autographed books can be purchased directly from Queen Macoomeh at www.CommessUniversity.com.

Alison Hinds on the cover of WE Magazine

Toronto, ON - Monday October 29th, 2007 - Not only is Bajan Soca star Alison Hinds hot off the press with her brand new album 'SOCA QUEEN', her latest image will also grace the cover of WE Magazine; which hits the streets this weekend (Nov 3). The Queen of Soca was in Toronto recently to share the stage with Kat De Luna and Elephant Man at Kool Haus and took the time for an an exclusive interview and photoshoot with Canada's premiere Caribbean entertainment magazine.

In the interview with WE Mag writer (Cheryl Hazell), Hinds shares personal details about her family life and comments on her brief hiatus from the spotlight a couple years back. Alison also talks about her new album and the reasoning for the title 'Soca Queen'.

To read the full cover story, you can pick up a FREE copy of WE Magazine which will be available in all the major West Indian outlets this weekend (Saturday November 3rd).

For more info visit www.WEmagOnline.com or www.myspace.com/wemagonline

KES the Band 'Right Dey' for Carnival 2K8

Trinidad, Friday October 26th, 2007 - Still riding high from a busy 2007 Caribbean and North American tour, KES the Band has just released their first offering for the TnT Carnival 2K8 season. The mid-paced, groovy style Soca tune, entitled 'Right Dey' is already poised to top the TORONTO-LIME.com charts as it is quickly gaining popularity on the worldwide web .

The track was written and produced by KES the Band in collaboration with Julio Nelson and mastered by Loritz Lidlow. "Right Dey! is simply a feel good song that we felt was needed at this present time. A tune that people can sing and 'chip dong de road' Tuesday afternoon with. As always we just wanted to add our take on Soca to the Carnival; Good Vibes, Good People, Good Times", band leader Hans Dieffenthaller shared.

Throughout all of 2007, KES the Band delighted fans everywhere with a slew of new hits, including 'Lion', 'My Land', 'Our Prayer', 'Caribbean Girl'; all of which peaked at #1 or at least within the top 5 positions on the TORONTO-LIME.com chart. 'Lion' stayed within the top 20 for almost the entire year since it's release in late 2006. The bands music has shown much success throughout recent years, most notably their major hit 'Stay With Me' in 2006, which debuted in the #1 position and held on for an astonishing 10 weeks.

According to Hans, the band is not only preparing great new music, but is also assembling some major surprises for their upcoming shows. "This year, as with every year we are working on a really dynamic and entertaining live shows for Carnival '08. We brought in Flava Flav for Carnival '07. His appearance brought together our 'Time to Love Tour' and this year we have a new concept with some really great surprises."

KES is already penciled in for a jam packed Carnival 2K8 season and promises not to dissappoint fans. "Our main goal has always been to entertain the fans and patrons of any event so that they always feel they got their money's worth and that they leave the party wanting to come see us again. As well this is the year of the FAN. We are working on some great FAN driven projects for 08. People hunger for that mind-blowing party experience and we have the 'Remedy' for those hunger pains." exclaimed Hans.

"Between KES THE BAND and Nadia Batson there are quite a few more tunes to come for the year", Hans added. In the meantime look out for KES the Band to be 'Right Dey' at Trinidad Carnival 2K8!

For more info on KES the Band, and their 2008 tour schedule visit www.KEStheBand.com and www.myspace.com/kestheband

Over 60 artists pay tribute to 'THE CURE'

Jah Cure on stage at CUREFEST

Monday October 16th, 2007 - Trelawny, Jamaica - Thousands culminated at the Trelawny Multi-Purpose Stadium on Sunday night to celebrate the very first Jamaica performance by the man many are referring to as 'the next Bob Marley'.

The 'Longing For Concert' was the climax to a weekend long celebration for the 'THE CURE' and began on Friday (Oct 12) with an all white affair called Reflections to celebrate Jah Cure's birthday (Oct 11) at the Starfish Resort. On Saturday (Oct 13) the '45 Cures' show was held at Pier 1 in Montego Bay, which featured a DJ Spin Off between top radio and sound System DJs, including Black Chiney, Stone Love, Danger Zone, Fire Links and others.

On Sunday night, more than 60 artists paid tribute to the recently released Jah Cure, including Capleton, Beenie Man, Jah Mason, Richie Spice, Ce'cile, Richie Stephens, Movado, Bounty Killer, Pressure, Sizzla, Chuck Fenda, Ninja Man, I-Wayne, Gyptian, Morgan Heritage, Cocoa Tea, Queen Ifrica, Junior Reid, Tarrus Riley, Wayne Marshall and many others. Each performer paid homage to Jah Cure during every performance throughout the 12 hour long concert, which began at 8pm Sunday night and ended after 8:30am on Monday.

Jah Cure finally hit the stage at 7:45am to a sea of adoring fans and media representatives from every corner of the world. For 45 minutes The Cure mesmerized fans with his sultry voice, drawing from his deep repertoire of hits, like Sticky, Longing For, Dem Na Build Great Man, Love Is, Sunny Day, Good Morning Jah Jah and more.

Photos and video clips from the 'Longing For Concert' are available at...
http://www.toronto-lime.com/pictures/fetes/071014_curefest

For more info on Jah Cure and more upcoming performances go to...
www.myspace.com/freejahscure

Evolution Carnival Website Launched

Trinidad, Thursday October 11th, 2007 - The long awaited release of Evolution's website is finally here. Carnival revellers outside of TnT now have the opportunity to preview and register in Trinidad's newest premium all-inclusive Carnival band at http://www.evolution-carnival.com/. As promised costumes are priced under $2500 TTD.

Curtis Eustace and Faried Carvalho's 2008 Carnival presentation 'Colour of Imagination' features 12 sections, each reasonably priced between $2250-$2495 TTD ($375-$415 USD) all-inclusive. Frontline and individual costumes reportedly will also be made available for about $3200 and $6000 (respectively) for masqueraders seeking that extra flare.

Evolution is poised to give counterparts a run for their money as the new kids on the block have stepped into the Carnival arena with an unbeatable combination of stunning costumes and low cost.

For more information and to contact Evolution Carnival call 868-681-3512, 868-333-4379, 416-565-4079, 416-676-6504 or email fortressnorth@hotmail.com

Mas Camp Location: 73A Ariapita Av, Woodbrook
Mas Camp Hours: Mon-Fri 4pm-8pm Sat 1pm-8pm Sun closed
Website: http://www.evolution-carnival.com/

To view photos from Evolutions official launch at Zen Nightclub go to...
http://www.toronto-lime.com//pictures/carnival/2007/070921_evolution_launch

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The Rogers Chinese Lantern Festival in it's final week at Ontario Place

Illuminated Chinese Dragon Boat @ Ontario Place (Photo by JEF)

Toronto, September 30, 2007 - The Rogers Chinese Lantern Festival will come to a close as Summer winds down. Patrons only have one more week to view the spectacular exhibition featured at Ontario Place.

The festival showcases three influential dynasties in Chinese history (the Qin Dynasty, the Tang Dynasty, and the Song Dynasty), the East-West exchange of the Silk Road, and many other aspects of Chinese culture. The magnificent depictions of Chinese Culture were put together by more than 60 Master Craftsmen from the China Colour Lantern Museum of Zigong, China. In only it's second year, the festival has added 10 more grand-scale lantern installations; for a total of more than 40 massive illuminated scenes, depicting Chinese landmarks and mythology.

Nightly entertainment at the festival include China-themed IMAX® movies at the Cinesphere, a Chinese tea house, food market with cooking demontrations, a craft market and the Toronto Star Stage (featuring martial arts, lion dances, acrobats and more).

History
The Lantern Festival in China falls on the 15th day of the first lunar month, which marks the end of the Chinese New Year celebrations. On the night of the first full moon, cities and villages are illuminated by beautifully decorated and intricately crafted lanterns hung from houses, shops and temples and carried by children as they walk along the streets. Today, streets on which the Lantern Festival is held are not only lit by the traditional lanterns, but also by brilliantly crafted floats and highly complex light shows. The lanterns are traditionally made of paper or silk and are painted all sorts of designs or famous scenes from Chinese history.

Schedule:
Oct. 4-5, 2007, 6pm - 10pm
Oct. 6-7, 2007, 5pm - 10pm

Admission:
General (13-64) $25
Child (4-12) $20
Senior (65+) $20
Children under 4 years FREE

For more info visit: http://www.chineselanternfestival.ca/

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Mac Farlane launches Earth

Photo by Mariamma Kambon

Trinidad, Friday September 14th, 2007 - Not much fanfare surrounded the launch of Brian Mac Farlane's 2008 presentation of 'Earth - Cries of Despair, Wings of Hope' on an overcast morning at San Fernando Hill on September 13th, but the simplicity of the presentation was only the backdrop for the revelation of the most amazing costume designs thus far for Carnival 2008.

The invited were mostly media with Mac Farlane support staff and well wishers, all privileged to a first look at Earth. After a short media briefing, mud drenched characters led the way to the accompaniment of tambu bambu. In the distance a replica of the Earth seemingly rose from the remnants of a once quarried rock that is now the preserved majestic San Fernando Hill. As the Earth fell to the ground a figure clad in white robes, mask over the face was revealed, behind the mask was Brian Mac Farlane himself. A sea of painted and mud smeared brown cotton waves punctuated by protruding mud caked faces of the Earth characters were his milieu.

As Mac Farlane began his tale of The Earth the real story unfolded. The Earth has been damaged by elders, raped by the greed of humans who have ravaged its resources. In spite of this the planet still wants to give life and there is hope for renewal in the children of today. To this end Mac Farlane will join with children’s Band of the Year Rosalind Gabriel to present 17 sections; 13 adult sections representing Cries of Despair and 5 children’s sections portraying the Wings of Hope. On Carnival Monday masqueraders will be wrapped in cloth and bathed in mud while on Tuesday yards of fabric, parched, cracked and dry with mud will be pulled throughout the band to signify the Earth begging for water.

Registration opens to the public today (Sep 14) at the Mas Camp located at 49 Rosalino Street, Woodbrook, Trinidad. Mac Farlane Loyalty Card Holders are invited to register from Friday September 14th to Sunday September 23rd. New Band Members are invited to register from Monday September 24th. Mas Camp hours are from Monday to Saturday 11am to 8pm; Sundays and the Republic Holiday 3pm to 8pm

For more info about Mac Farlane's 2008 presentation 'Earth - Cries of Despair, Wings of Hope' and to register online, please visit http://www.macfarlanecarnival.net/. The Mas Camp phone numbers are 868-628-4168 and 868-628-1274

Photos from the launch are available at...
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EUSTACE AND CARVALHO TAKE THE NEXT STEP, BRINGING COLOURS OF IMAGINATION TO CARNIVAL 2008

Photo by Calvin French

September 11, 2007 – Legendary bandleaders Curtis Eustace and Faried Carvalho are preparing to launch Colours of Imagination in Trinidad on September 22, with their first Carnival band, Evolution.

Carrying on a tradition of excellence and innovation, Eustace is confident that Colours of Imagination will be a unique addition to the Carnival. “We have always brought a different style, and introduced a lot of technology into carnival,” said Eustace. “How we build our costumes, the weight of the costumes, the size…the engineering… hydraulics: there are a lot of things we’re introducing to the arena.”

In order to comfortably accommodate masqueraders of all shapes and dimensions, Colours of Imagination will proudly feature a variation of costume styles for women. “We want to cater to everybody,” said Eustace.

Carvalho told the Trinidad Guardian newspaper, “Not every woman could go to the gym and get buff. This band is also for the mother who just wants a break from her kids for two days.”

Curtis Eustace, along with his brother Marcus Eustace, is also the band leader of Toronto’s Carnival Nationz, who took home the band of the year title two years in a row, after their inaugural Caribana appearance in 2005. In 2007, Carnival Nationz took home most of the Caribana titles at the King and Queen show at Lamport Stadium. While Eustace has also received the King of Carnival title eight times in Trinidad – tying Peter Samuel as the all time winner – the Evolution band is a Carnival first.

“Trinidad is going to be a big stepping stone. It is the next step in the Eustace name,” said Eustace, whose father, the late Tedder Eustace, was a three-time Carnival King in the seventies and eighties. “I have a nice committee with me, and with their help, I think we should be successful.”

“We’ve accomplished Kings, Queens, Individuals, Toronto, Miami; Trinidad is the biggest step, and the last step to complete the circuit.”

Evolution will launch their 2008 Carnival presentation 'Colours of Imagination' on Saturday September 22nd at Pier 1 (Chaguaramas, Trinidad). For more information, please call 416-565-4079, 416-676-6504 or 868-333-4379.

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NY Labor Day Carnival Weekend Schedule of Events

NY Labor Day Carnival Weekend Schedule of Events (click headers for flyers)

Thursday August 30th, 2007 - Ladies Nite 2007 @ 7pm-1am
Friday August 31st, 2007 - BRASS Fest 2007 @ 8pm-2am
Saturday September 1st, 2007 - Junior Carnival @ 9am-3pm
Saturday September 1st, 2007 - Panorama 2007 @ 8pm-2am
Sunday September 2nd, 2007 - Carnival All-Inclusive Fete @ 4pm-11pm
Sunday September 2nd, 2007 - Dimanche Gras @ 7pm-1am
Monday September 3rd, 2007 - Labor Day Carnival 2007 @ 8am-6pm

For a full list of NY events/fetes go to www.toronto-lime.com/events_nyc.html

KES the Band to do series of events down the Islands

KES the Band to do series of events down the Islands



It's official! Kees Dieffenthaller revealed that Kes the Band will be doing a series of promotional events at a remote location down the islands with an entertainment group from Los Angeles.

When asked if this had anything to do with the 'Flavor of Love' series or any connections to friends of his in California like Shia La Beouf or Tony Kanal (from No Doubt fame) he merely laughed and stated, "anything is possible. Whatever happens, one thing's for certain... Toronto Lime will be there!"

http://www.toronto-lime.com/news/news_2007_kes_down_the_islands.htm

Unleash your Animal Instinct - Island People 2K8 launched

Unleash your Animal Instinct - Island People 2K8 launched
by Saucy Diva

Having received my invitation to Island People’s launch the day prior to the big event I was most excited for the prospect of viewing costumes up close as I was afforded access to the VIP and backstage areas. The first thing I noticed upon arrival at the Jean Pierre Complex , was the massive stage constructed that was stark white; I later learnt that the décor was deliberate as the costumes were to stand out amidst the pure white background.

Backstage it was as if I were in the middle of a costume wonderland surrounded by fantastic, jaw dropping costumes that could rival any samba school in Brazil with an abundance of plumage and little of anything else!! Sooner than I could blink and eye to process the bounty of statuesque models in these wickedly sexy costumes it was time for the show to begin.

Opening to a thunderous applause Black Widow Spider, designed by Sonia Mack, started the presentation by being the first section on stage. The concept of the theme Animal Instincts, we were told, is to bring out the animal inside and the twelve sections that were portrayed did just that. Models crawled, slithered and growled their way around the stage sporting special effect contact lenses and dramatic makeup which added an eerie primal look that enhanced the presentation that much more. I was treated to costumes from sections Red Tiger, Kingfisher Bird, Dragon Lizard, Polar Bear, Black Widow Spider, Great Egret, Portuguese Man O War, Lion and Lioness, Silver Fox, Cheetah, Zebra and Crocodile.

Judging from the positive response of the large crowd that was on hand to witness the show, I can only surmise that many people will be walking on the wild side for Trinidad Carnival 2008. Island People’s registration begins on August 27th.

More photos from the launch are available at:
toronto-lime.com/pictures/carnival/2007/070818_islandpeople_launch

For more info go to http://www.islandpeoplemas.com/

Photos by Saucy Diva
(Click on thumbnails for
larger view)

Dragon Lizard

Silver Fox

Black Widow Spider

Just IMAGINE, Soca Reggae and Soul at CARIBANA™

Destra Garcia at Molson Amphitheatre

Just IMAGINE, Soca Reggae and Soul at CARIBANA™

Monday August 6th, 2007 - Ontario Place Molson Amphitheatre was the fresh new venue for CARIBANA's official cool down party on Sunday. Fans at the sold out event enjoyed entertainment by headliners Sean Paul, Destra and Ne-Yo; plus performances by reggae artist Steel, Baby Boys dance crew and singer Nikki Toussaint.

After several years of declining attendance, the FMC (Festival Management Committee) opted to move the CARIBANA™ after-party from the Toronto Islands to a more convenient Ontario Place. A commendable move as Molson Amphitheatre was the ideal fit for the great mix of Soca, Reggae and RnB music.

Photos from the event are available at:
www.toronto-lime.com/pictures/fetes/2007/070805_imagine_music_fest

Toronto Revellers de-throne Carnival Nationz for CARIBANA™ 'Band of the Year' Title

Revellers along Lakeshore Blvd at the 40th Anniversary CARIBANA™ Parade of the Bands

Toronto Revellers de-throne Carnival Nationz for CARIBANA™ 'Band of the Year' Title

Toronto, Sunday August 5th, 2007 - CARIBANA™ favorites CARNIVAL NATIONZ were denied the 3-peat in yesterdays 40th anniversay parade of the bands.

Jamaal Magloire's Toronto Revellers, one of the largest mas bands ever seen on Lakeshore Blvd was declared victorious out of the 16 competitors. The Toronto Revellers also captured the Junior Band of the Year crown held on July 21st.

Saldenah Mas-K club finished in 2nd place overall at yesterdays parade, Carnival Nationz 3rd and Mas Toronto came in 4th. Full results are listed below.

Photos from the 40th Annual Caribana™ Parade of the Bands are available at:www.toronto-lime.com/pictures/carnival/2007/070804_caribana_parade

CARIBANA Band of the Year 2007 (Unofficial)

Category A
1. Toronto Revellers
2. Saldenah Mas-K Club
3. Carnival Nationz
4. Mas Toronto
5. Callaloo
6. Caribbean Connection
7. Arnold Hughes & Assoc.
8. Calabash Company

Category B+C
1. Tribal Knights
2. Borokeete Canada
3. Evolution Carnival
4. Pleasure Players5
. Nip Davis & Assoc.
6. Mas Players International
7. Bazodee Connection
8. Scarborough Caribbean Sports Club

For full CARIBANA results go to:www.toronto-lime.com/carnival/results.htm

Salah's Steelpan Academy is the new 2007 Pan Alive Champs

Salah's Steelpan Academy is the new 2007 Pan Alive Champs
Toronto, Saturday August 4th, 2007 - A Montreal based Pan band topped the points standing at Lamport Stadium last night, against Ontario's finest pan sides. Salah's Steelpan Academy scored a 271, good for first place at the 10th annual Pan Alive competition.

Some of this year's favorites ended up in a 3-way tie for 2nd place, much to the dislike of many fans inside Lamport Stadium. Full results from Pan Alive are listed below.

Pan Alive 2007 Results
1. Salah's Steelpan Academy - 271 points
2. (TIE) Pan Fantasy, Afropan, New Dimension - 266
5. Silhouettes - 263
6. Pan Vibrations - 248
7. Panatics - 2428. Metrotones - 249
8. Pan Masters - 228
9. (TIE) St. Jamestown, Hamilton Youth Band - 227
11 - Symphonex 225

For full CARIBANA results go to:www.toronto-lime.com/carnival/results.htm

Carnival Nationz captures 3 out of 4 titles at the 2007 CARIBANA King & Queen Competition

Three number ones - Carnival Nationz winners at Lamport Stadium
from left: Tamara Alleyne-Gittens, Rudy Rampersad & Kurt Alexander

Carnival Nationz captures 3 out of 4 titles at the 2007 CARIBANA King & Queen Competition

Friday August 3rd, 2007 - Curtis Eustace's Carnival Nationz walked out of Lamport Stadium last night just shy of a clean sweep. The Nationz crew won three of a possible four titles (King of the Bands, Queen of the Bands, Male Individual of the Year) and placed 2nd in the Female Individual category.
Tamara Allyene-Gittens was succesful in defending her 'Queen of the Bands' title and now has back-to-back wins in her very first two Caribana appearances. Co-masquerader Rudy Rampersad, also undefeated in two years now extends his all-time 'King of the Bands' record to 11 victories. The 'Male Individual of the Year' went to new-comer Kurt Alexander (also of Carnival Nationz), and Joanne Boisson of Borokeete Canada spoilt the clean sweep by capturing the 'Female Individual of the Year'.

The unoffical results from lasts nights competition are as follows:

Female Individual of the Year
1. Joanne Boisson - 'Gateway to Atlantis' (Borokeete Canada)
2. Rebecca Kerr - 'The Fire Dancer' (Carnival Nationz)
3. Cyrese Pounall-King - 'Andromcia - Subduer of Men' (Tribal Knights)
4. Monica Lewis - 'Travelling' (Nip Davis & Assoc)

Male Individual of the Year
1. Kurt Alexander - 'The Master of the Seals' (Carnival Nationz)
2. Andy Charles - The City That Never Sleeps' (Toronto Revellers)
3. Gaelen Sidney - 'Dreamscape: Limbo of the Lost' (Evolution Carnival)
4. Shane Richards - 'Cold Fusion' (Caribbean Connection)

Queen of the Bands
1. Tamara Alleyne-Gittens - 'Abracadabra' (Carnival Nationz)
2. Carol Cuffie - 'A Nubian Queen' (Arnold Hughes & Assoc.)
3. Susan Low - 'Lady Shanghai' (Evolution Carnival)
4. Betty Toni - 'D' Rising of the Phoenix' (Tribal Knights)

King of the Bands
1. Rudy Rampersad - 'The Ring Master' (Carnival Nationz)
2. Ronnie Devignes - 'Spirit Hawk - Chief of the Pow Wow' (Mas Toronto)
3. Dexter Seusahai - 'Toharqa: King of the Tribe' (Tribal Knights)
4. Satish Narinesingh - 'The Shaman Rising' (Pleasure Players)

Photos and video clips are available at:
http://www.toronto-lime.com/pictures/carnival/2007/070802_kings_and_queens

WE REACH! - Announcing Canada's premiere WEST INDIAN Entertainment magazine

WE REACH! - Announcing Canada's premiere WEST INDIAN Entertainment magazine

Monday July 30th, 2007 - After weeks of teaser ads, the directors of 'WE' have finally announced the launch of Canada's premiere West Indian Entertainment and lifestyle magazine. The full colour glossy magazine hit the streets over the weekend and is reported to have a special CARIBANA circulation of 70,000 copies.

Soca icon, Machel Montano graces the cover of WE's inaugural issue, and on the inside he shares his personal spiritual philosophy in an exclusive interview with WE writer, Karen Richardson. Other features in the CARIBANA issue include a special feature on Marcus Eustace (renown Mas designer and brother to 8-time Carnival King Curtis Eustace), the story of CARIBANA, interviews with top Soca and Reggae artists (Tessane Chin, Da'Ville, Ghetto Flex, Tizzy, Zoelah and others), plus bits on food, travel, film, beauty, fitness and more.

According to the president of WE Magazine, Tony Chankar, "each month WE Magazine will celebrate the vibrant arts, culture, history and natural beauty of the Caribbean and it's people, through first-rate editorials and spectacular photography".WE Magazine is now available FREE, at all West Indian outlets across the GTA.

Why WE?(by Anthony Joseph – Publisher)

WE is not an acronym for West Indian Entertainment, but rather a reflection of you and me. It mimics our community. It celebrates the Canadians we have become and the West Indian niche in Canada we have created. WE is a reflection of the old countries of the Caribbean and all of our island's cultures and people. It celebrates what we have brought to our new northern home.
WE aims to represent you in the way you would expect to be in a quality periodical. WE will bring you the stories that matter to you. WE will keep you in the loop with what's happening within our community here in Canada and in the West Indies.

When the executives of WE Magazine first got together, it was with the intention of sharing ideas on marketing for our respective businesses. At the table was Tony Chankar (The Printing Press), one of our community's top printers, Jef Lo who operates the #1 West Indian website in the world (Toronto-Lime.com), Jason Singh (president of Soca Bookings) and myself Anthony Joseph, president of the #1 Caribbean newspaper serving the people of Toronto (The Caribbean Camera). Jef spoke about the number of people he met daily who expressed the need for a glossy, sexy Canadian mag that caters to the young at heart. The thought quickly gathered a life of its own and the next step was obvious - create a mag ourselves. Fill the gap ourselves. We took guidance from the old saying: Don't complain about it, just do it.

But even among a group of go-getters, ideas can die on the page moments after such sessions, but to my surprise Jason returned later with some compelling statistics that indicated that WE had to be created. Still, I did not think that my time or lack of it would permit me to be a part of such an enterprise, but with the encouragement of Raynier Maharaj, my business partner at the Caribbean Camera, passing on this exciting project was not an option. So here we are.
We intend to make WE your go-to periodical at month’s end when you can kick back, relax and dip into the glossy pages for perspectives on West Indian Canadian lifestyles, sport, entertainment, fashion, the spoken and written word in prose or verse written by some of the hippest writers in our community.

We will welcome your participation by keeping our editorial doors wide open because WE doesn't belong to only the people entrusted with its publishing and day-to-day operations, but to the people WE Magazine serves. WE is all of us.

For more information visit http://www.wemagonline.com/

BIG BIKES AT BIG EVENT! The 4th Annual Biker Boyz Blocko a BIG Hit!

Monday July 30th, 2007 - Thousands gathered at the Tribal Knights CARIBANA Mas Camp on Sunday for the largest pre-Caribana block party in Toronto's history. An estimated 500 plus motorcycles and over 6000 spectators packed into the parking lot at the Markham and Finch event. Hundreds of cars filled every neighbouring parking lot and several patrons complained of having to walk more than 15 minutes before getting to the party.

Guests were entertained by Toronto motorcycle crew, Stunter's Inc (http://www.stuntersinc.com/), plus Trinidad Soca artists Blaxx & Olatunji Yearwood (from Roy Cape All Stars), and a host of top Toronto DJs.

The annual affair also attracted Toronto media houses: MTV Live, Global News, City TV, Driver Mag, plus a number of local newspapers and websites. Video footage will be aired on MTV Live on Thursday August 2nd, between 6-7pm (EST).

Photos and video clips are available online at...www.TORONTO-LIME.com/pictures/fetes/2007/070729_biker_boyz4

Jamaal Magloire's Toronto Revellers win 'Band of the Year' in their CARIBANA™ Junior Parade debut

Saturday July 21st, 2007 - In his very first time competing in the CARIBANA™ Junior Parade of the Bands, Jamaal Magloire managed to beat out close rivals Jessie Matthew's Calabash Company (2nd place) and Dexter Seusahai's 'Tribal Knights' (3rd place and also a new comer to the competition).

Magloire's Toronto Revellers competed for the first time at last years adult CARIBANA™ parade and placed a respectable 5th. The now very popular 'Revellers' are expecting even better results come this August 4th as they take to the streets with a record 1500+ masqueraders.

For more on Toronto Reveller's 2007 Presentation 'VIVA LAS VEGAS' visit http://www.torontorevellers.com/

Photo's from the 2007 CARIBANA Junior Parade of the Bands are available at... www.toronto-lime.com/pictures/carnival/2007/070721_caribana_junior_parade

Toronto Revellers at the 2007 CARIBANA™ Junior Parade of
the Bands

CARIBANA FESTIVAL 2007 PARADEORDER OF STEELBANDS

The following is the order of Steelbands after their draw for positions. However, the complete integrated order of the entire Parade (masbands and steelbands) will be determined soon.

1. Metro Tones
2. Pan Masters
3. St. Jamestown Youth Orchestra
4. Pan Fantasy
5. Salah's Steelpan Academy
6. New Dimension
7. Sillouettes
8. Jesse Ketchum Pan Vibrations
9. Afro Pan
10. Panatics

For a complete listing of 'PAN YARDS' for the 10 registered Steelbands in the 2007 CARIBANA Parade go to www.toronto-lime.com/carnival/toronto_panyards.htm

Venue announced for the 4th annual BIKER BOYZ BLOCKO

Stunt Rider at De Biker Boyz Blocko 2006

Wednesday July 18, 2007 - The anticipation is over as TORONTO-LIME.com and Mr PlayHouse Entertainment have finally announced the venue for the 'BIKER BOYZ BLOCKO'. The annual event which attracts hundreds of motorcycle enthusiasts and countless spectators will be hosted at the TRIBAL KNIGHTS Mas Camp (located at 2210 Markham Rd, just South of Finch in Scarborough) on Sunday July 29th 2007.

The free block style party runs from 3pm-11pm and will feature stunt riders, CARIBANA costume display, Caribbean music, food, prizes and more.

According to the event coordinator (Jef from TORONTO-LIME.com), "the new venue is perfect for our event. It's in a back parking lot away from the busy streets and has a separate strip of road for the trick riders, so safety will not be an issue.

Proceeds from 'De Biker Boyz Blocko' will go to the Tribal Knights Mas Group to assist in the purchase of materials for their 2007 CARIBANA presentation. "Dexter (from Tribal Knights) is a long-time personal friend and business associate and this collaboration will be a great benefit to the TRIBAL KNIGHTS and their contribution to CARIBANA 2007," says Jef. "We have a lot of support from key people in the industry who have donated their services and efforts into giving back to the community. Mr PlayHouse and I feel blessed to have their kindness and support in hosting this free appreciation event."

Sponsors of the '4th Annual Biker Boyz Blocko' include VP Records, De Music Library, The Printing Press, The Caribbean Camera, SocaTherapy.com, RogerDey.com, KOSradio.NET, IAE Entertainment, Speedy Pickering, Blackstar Graphics, Caribbean Connection (CHIN Radio 100.7FM), IslandVybz, SocaBookings, TOFLO.com, Worldwide Radio (89.5FM), IslandBreeze (89.5FM), Island Explosion (105.5FM) and Emerald Vacations.

Event Details:
Sunday July 29th, 2007
Toronto-Lime.com & Mr PlayHouse proudly present...
"De Biker Boyz Blocko" ... De 4th Ride
@ Tribal Knights Mas Camp (Parking Lot) - 2210 Markham Rd
Mas Camp is located behind REMAX Building (2200 Markham Rd)
Music by: Mr PLAYHOUSE, D'Enforcas, Jester, Soca Sweetness, Renegade Squad, DJ Chief, MarXman, Blackberry Soundcrew, B.A.S.S., DOC, Kid Xplicit
Admission: FREE
3pm-11pm

For more info please visit: www.myspace.com/debikerboyzblocko www.Toronto-Lime.com www.myspace.com/MrPlayHouse www.TribalKnights.com

To view video clips and photos from last year's event go to www.toronto-lime.com/pictures/fetes/2006/060730_biker_boyz

Jessie Matthews presents "RHYTHM OF LIFE" for CARIBANA 2K7

The Rhythm of Life tells a story of celebration in rhythm. This year's presentation begins with the story of a people, in the Rhythm of Africa and the Rhythm of India. The journey then moves to the rhythms we as people create. We celebrate the Rhythm Section and the Rhythm of Music.

Through the rhythms we are engulfed by the energy of a Jumbie Rhythm and find ourselves immersed in the Rhythm of Samba. The Samba leaves us spent so we retreat to the land to recover with the Rhythm of Nature. At the end our travels remain imprinted on our skin as we wear our travels proudly and celebrate unabashedly exposed. In our final celebration, we celebrate the Rhythm of The Earth to complete our celebration of the Rhythm of Life!!

Every culture in the world has it's own distinct and unique rhythm. From the beginning of time and human existence, rhythm has been used to express, indulge, communicate, nurture, soothe and excite. Although each rhythm is different, there is no denying the similarities in the ebb and flow of rhythmic sound as it punctuates our moments and aids in our expression as a people.This is the Rhythm of Life.

Mas Camp is located at Tropicana Community Services, 670 Progress AveCall 647 204-3689 or check myspace.com/calabashcompany or http://www.jessiematthews.com/.

Jumbie Rhythm

Rhythm of Africa

Rhythm of India

Rhythm of Music

Rhythm of Nature

Rhythm of Samba

Rhythm Section