Your First Look At Baje Free to Fly Crop Over 2010 Costumes

Here are the rest of Baje's sections from their 2010 Crop Over presentation "Free to Fly" (the TRIBE costume was posted previously). Island People's section is  "Silver Smoke". 

Is this the first time Baje is doing a frontline section, with a wire bra that reminds me of Zari's bra? I guess all the complaints about the Trinidad influence on Crop Over from Bajans ring true for that costume, if not the entire band !

Who is taking bets that the TRIBE section sells out first?! 

Free To Fly Frontline

Free To Fly

Falling Stars

Glitz

Rebirth

Silver Smoke

Skullduggery "Greasze-han" Teaser!

TRIBE's Section In Baje International

Heaven to Earth...do you like?

Jouvert In July

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Pulse 8 2011 "Wild and Wonderful"

Does anyone else get a Twilight vibe from this background?! Team Edward!

 Pulse 8 2011, "Wild and Wonderful".

Oasis Carnival Band Launch

Even though Carnival 2011 is in March these bands are not sticking when it comes to band launch! Mark the date:

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Oasis Band Launch July 18th, Queen's Park West. 2 Live Bands, Sherwayne & U and Dil-E-Nadan, Premium All inclusive. Don't Miss it, this is one for the books. Tickets available from the Committee Members and the Band house 48-OASIS(486-2747).

Power X Four Bajan Reef Crop Over 2010

2 Million Hits And Counting!

Trinidad Carnival Diary has now crossed two million hits, much thanks to everyone who visits each day. That is one million more hits since February 12th, 2009! I feel like throwing a party or something, however there are plans in the works to celebrate this achievement by giving back to you faithful readers. Stay tuned for more information!

Moving and Shaking To YUMA

Island People seems to be losing more people to YUMA than I can keep up with!

First there was the partner who defected to start YUMA, then committee members and now I have been reliably informed that Crystal Amming has left Island People and took her section to YUMA, she is now a full time designer with YUMA. Interesting...

Word is we may also see some familiar faces from other popular bands promoting YUMA, I wonder who else is moving and shaking their way to what seems to be the newest hot band?! TRIBE's old production manager perhaps?

Spice Theme 2011

How long does a band have to be in existence to present a "Signature Collection"? And, what exactly is this theme about? Are they going to showcase their best costumes from the last TWO presentations? This simply does not make any sense, should have stuck with the Savage Amazon theme.

Oh well, I do hope they have costumes to show at Zen by  Sunday August 8th, rumour is the band leader is designing 7 sections and the dynamic duo is doing ZERO, not to mention I have been told no costume prototypes are done as yet!

Anyhow you take it I am definitely going to be at Spice's band launch, I cannot wait to see this one!

Baje International Band Launch

Where else will you find both TRIBE and Island People jumping up in the same band? Well, for Crop Over in Baje of course! Check out the band launch details below:.

EDITED TO ADD (post band launch):

Free to Fly costume photos posted HERE.

Family, the Crop is here again and simply stated, we ready! This time we are giving you our best as we join forces with Tribe and Island People out of Trinidad to launch our 2010 band "Free to Fly". So free up ya self, release the recession stress and enjoy the festival, after all it belongs to you!

Your media launch:

So first off, we are inviting you all to our media launch at 7 PM this Friday June 11th at our mas camp at Red Rock Café (at Time out in the Gap). There we will release our 2010 "Free to Fly" costumes for the first time. Of course the bar will be fully stocked and loaded with happy hour drink specials can't done and our dj's will be blazing tunes so it's officially on! Please note that all of you are invited to visit us our camp this Saturday June 12th & Sunday June 13th from 12 - 8 PM so that you can sign up before our public opening on Monday June 14th.

Tribe and Island People on the road with Baje:

This year the band has stepped it up a notch as we welcome the two largest bands in Trinidad; "Tribe" and "Island People", both of who will have sections within our "Free to Fly" band. Of course our Crop Over day action includes our wonderful pee pee truck, more security, fully stocked bars, self serve liquor stations, runners, 2 music trucks, a delicious buffet lunch, special treats from your section hosts and more. As standard, we also will feature the hottest regional and local Soca artistes along side Peter Coppin, Daddy Bubbles and Stan, DJ Fuzz, Technical Sounds, Nterfaze, Chasey & RAS, and Skribzz.

For more information on the Baje 2k10 band and our crop Over events, visit our mas camp (Monday to Saturday 2 pm till 9pm.), log on to our website www.baje-intl.com , look out for "Gorilla Marquetin" on Facebook and stay tuned to our sponsor SLAM 101.1 FM Thanks again for your continued support and we look forward to seeing you soon!

Free to Fly is sponsored by Tele Barbados, Mount Gay Rum, Banks Beer, Guinness, Coconut Walk and SLAM FM

The DC Carnival Experience

About Us

DC Carnival provides the fun-loving public, access to critically acclaimed euphoric Caribbean event experiences.

It is a carefully produced collection of events that allows us to briefly delve into and truly partake in the carnival lifestyle.

Each event in the DC Carnival series individually offers the audience a unique taste of various facets of the Carnival experience existing in North America.

Thursday, June 24th

IGNITE DC

IGNITE DC unites TRIBE Carnival & BK Entertainment, and as the title states, it ignites not only the festivities for the weekend but also the entire DC Carnival Experience.

The ingenuity of BK Entertainment, infused with cultural elements from TRIBE, secures this event's success year after year, without losing sight of the needs of the North American audience.

IGNITE DC features djs for both the Caribbean and North American audiences: The Ole Skool Vibes of Jugglers Sound (Trinidad), The Versatility of Private Ryan (Miami) with DC’s own Sprang Int’l, all hosted by Dj Majestic.

Let IGNITE DC fire up your Carnival Spirit in this first of the Exclusive Events in the DC Carnival weekend.

Limited ‘Early Bird’ tickets @ $20 (Available Online Only…While Stocks last!)

Purchase tickets here http://dccarnival.tix.com/Event.asp?Event=271434

Friday, June 25th

Live In The City

Gresham Events in collaboration with MC Entertainment, Trends Concept, and Big Mountain Media brings you “LIVE IN THE CITY”. This phenomenal show featuring Machel Montano HD & Friends is the official global launch and celebration of Machel's latest release, Album 34; and is the first headline performance of the 2010 Carnival season by the ultimate performer, Machel Montano HD and the entire HD Family.

"LIVE IN THE CITY" outdoor musical festival is a true celebration of the Caribbean spirit and lifestyle. Come enjoy the fantastic atmosphere of the Caribbean Festival Village, offering an array of ethnic foods and top shelf liquor that will truly be a reflection of the diversity of the islands.
 
Live in the City will also feature International Djs including Jugglers(TNT), Walshy Fire (Jamaica), Private Ryan (Miami), Foreign Base NY) and DC’s own Sprang Int’l, creating a vibe that will take you right back to the Caribbean.

The pageantry of this concert in the nation’s capitol makes it the perfect city to host this event. It will be a true celebration and reflection of Caribbean spirit and lifestyle….a great addition to the DC Carnival Experience. www.machelmontanolive.com

Limited ‘Early Bird’ tickets @ $30 (Available Online Only…While Stocks last!)

Purchase tickets here

http://machelmontanolive.tix.com/Event.asp?Event=265524

Saturday, June 26th

Indulgence Mas Paint Band

Indulgence Mas invites you to be a part of MOODS OF INDULGENCE | Release Your Inhibitions
MOODS OF INDULGENCE will take Washington DC by storm, and is already anticipated to be the most sought after exclusive band for DC Carnival 2010.

This unique band experience fuses the already exciting road experience with PAINT. Now in its 3rd year, INDULGENCE MAS has transformed its road experience into a hybrid BODY Paint ‘Jouvert’ Band.

MOODS OF INDULGENCE will feature TRIBE Carnival’s # 1 road Dj: Private Ryan (MIA), Spice Carnival # 1 Road dj , Merry Perry (TNT) with Sprang Int’l all hosted by Dj Majestic. Lose yourself in the ultimate DC Carnival Experience with Indulgence Mas Paint Band.

Be a part of the ultimate road experience with Indulgence Mas. Make MOODS OF INDULGENCE your choice for the ultimate DC Carnival Experience.

www.indulgencemas.com

Costume Registrations: Sexy Section- $50 | Seductive Section- $65 (Subject to Availability…While Stocks last!)

Register here: http://www.indulgencemas.com/#/costumes

XEN DC

The XEN Experience is anticipated to be the CLIMAX of the DC Carnival weekend as this event symbolizes the true essence of the Carnival Spirit…. the people…the vibes…and most notably…the music.

Now in its 2nd year this ecliptic outdoor experience, set at the Luxurious Club 24, is a collaboration from BK Entertainment, Knockboyz & Carib United.

This event represents the true outdoor carnival fete experience and is carded to be the biggest BLOCK PARTY to hit DC!

Premium Outdoor Bars …. Great Caribbean Cuisine… Best Vibes!!

XEN  also features an extraordinary INTERNATIONAL Dj cast, spanning across the US east coast, Canada and the Caribbean;  Merry Perry (TnT),  D’Bandit (CAN),  Foreign Base (NY),  Private Ryan (MIA) and  Sprang Int’l (DC), all hosted by Dj Stephen (ATL).

Experience the difference...XEN…. a must-attend in the DC Carnival weekend lineup.

Limited ‘Early Bird’ tickets @ $20 (Available Online Only…While Stocks last!)

Purchase tickets here: http://dccarnival.tix.com/Event.asp?Event=271433

Sunday, June 27th

INDIGO

INDIGO has carved its place into the DC Carnival weekend of events by becoming the high energy conclusion to the festivities. The ambiance of Decatur House, nestled steps from the White House, is home to this ultra all-inclusive event as the Caribbean leaves it footprint on the Capital over the DC carnival weekend.

            Reserve tickets at: info@greshamevents.com

Appreciation Cool-Down Party

With the close of the DC Carnival weekend, Carib United, Knockboyz, BK Entertainment, Tribe Carnival & Gresham Events host the Annual Appreciation Cool-Down.

Here all the producers of the DC Carnival series of events show appreciation to their patrons and say farewell to Washington, DC for the Carnival season.

It’s the perfect conclusion to your DC Carnival Experience.

Complimentary Entry All Night

RSVP HERE: http://www.dccarnival.com/cooldown/form.php

Back to the Savannah for Carnival 2011?

The Trinidad Express is reporting that Carnival lovers may be able to rejoice at the return of the Savannah Stage for Carnival 2011:

Carnival 2011 may see the Parade of the Bands returning to the Queen’s Park Savannah, Port of Spain, Minister of Arts and Multi-Culturalism, Winston Peters, told the Express yesterday.


However, he said he is still trying to settle in at his new ministry so he is yet to decide what he will be able to build on, as well as what new he will need to establish.


Peters also said he was very serious when he said Carnival 2011 will be the best ever and he intends to work with all stakeholders to make this happen.


’Returning to the Savannah is a consideration and we will do our best to make this happen once it is possible,’ Peters said in a telephone interview.


’I will meet with all the special interest groups, NCBA, TUCO and Pan Trinbago, with whom I am meeting on Wednesday. I may not necessarily meet with individual bandleaders, as they will be heard through the NCBA, but I will meet with as many stakeholders as need be. I don’t want to talk about plans as yet because we are still going through the records and reports.’

A return to the Savannah just MIGHT see me on the road for Carnival 2011! What are your thoughts on the possibility of crossing the Savannah Stage, some of you  for the very first time? Is this a good idea, do you prefer mas on the road and do you think it will ease or add to the congestion of bands?

Leave me a comment!

Another Day, Another Drama

Seems like a designer by the name of Mr Miller has been working with a Trinidad band making it's debut for Carnival 2011 as well as with Bajan Band Rebel Vibes and it was brought to my attention that some of the headpieces initially created for the band in Trinidad showed up in Rebel Vibes!Consequently the persons involved in the Trinidad band are not happy about this development .

In other Carnival news, Gems will be holding it's media launch on June 20th with a tentative band launch date scheduled for September 18th. A preview of costumes is expected at the media launch so I am looking forward to that.  Sneak peek of a headpiece from Gems below:

TRIBE Goes To Crop Over

"TRIBE Getaways" is offering a package to Crop Over from Trinidad.

Interesting developments...!!

Our package includes everything you need to have the Ultimate Crop Over Experience!

* Fri 30th July - Tues 3rd Aug
* Airfare
* Accommodation at Accra Beach Hotel
* Complimentary Full Buffet Breakfast daily
* All Inclusive TRIBE costume in BAJE International
* Complimentary transfers

We also have a party package available!!
(Includes: Baje Paint Fete, Island Fusion Foreday Morning, Bliss, TRIBE Cruise)

Space is limited!! Book NOW!!

For costume registration and further information, please send an email to info@carnivaltribe.com, with the subject line "BARBADOS"

Costume launches 6pm on Friday 11th June! Stay tuned for pics!!

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When You Are In With The In Crowd...

When you are in with the in crowd you proudly BOAST on Facebook that not only do you have your costume money ready, but you also KNOW that you are in! Good for you Nikesha Nanlal, let everyone know you have the TRIBE hook up... gag.

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RAMAJAY Mas presents "LA FEMME: Reveal the Mystery of Woman..."

Ramajay Mas launched their Labor Day 2010 presentation "La Femme" last night and I have to say the costumes are looking pretty good with nothing that immediately reminds me of anything from Trinidad Carnival 2010; well done. I especially like the different wire bra designs and the wings on Isis, very Victoria Secret  Fashion Show 2008!

I was told that Richard and Anthony Productions had a hand in some of the costume designs, can you guess which ones? 

"Amaterasu" (Japanese Sun Goddess)

Aphrodite" (Goddess of Love, Beauty & Sex)

"Cleopatra"

"Eve (first woman)"

"Gaia"

"Hera"

"Isis"

"Lakshmi (East Indian Goddess)

"Nekhbet"

Skullduggery Zeppie

Yesterday Skullduggery held their second meeting for volunteers who will be assiting at their band launch and those lucky enough to be there were given a sneak peek of the sections via Skype from the designer in Miami. Initial reports are that the costumes are sexy with fishnet stockings, chains, corsets yet they capture the theme departing fully from the use of any beads or feathers. All costumes come with a face mask.

The section of choice seems to be Sketelle-ton with it's hoop skirt and bustier, but I am also interested in seeing some of the headpieces, like the one made of newspaper print for Maco and a money umbrella for Greasze-han! Less than one month to band launch on July 4th.

Blight - White

Hornchile - Pink and Black

Ratchifee-  Army green, plaid and red

Badjohn -  Black and white with red

Skullzman - Black, red, green

Via-que-vai - Pink and green 

Bol'face - Green white black

Wara-hoon - Purple and yellow

Jagabat - Pink ,blue, black with wings

 Horn - Red,black and white

Macco - Orange and yellow

Hornman - Red black and white

Greasze-han- Money, dollars and coins

Mal- Yeux - Blue with eyeballs

Bachannal Woman - Multicoloured with orange

Rebel Vibes Crop Over 2010

Paradiso ‘The City of Angels’ is a place in which existence is positive, harmonious and timeless. It is conceptually a counter-image of the miseries of human civilization, and in paradise there is only peace, prosperity, and happiness. Paradiso is a place of contentment, but it is not necessarily a land of luxury and idleness. It is often used in the same context as that of utopia.

In this city…There are those that are assigned to protect and guide a particular person or element on earth. The belief in guardian angels can be traced throughout all antiquity. The concept of tutelary angels and their hierarchy was extensively developed the 5th century by Pseudo-Dionysius the Areopagite.

Welcome to Paradiso the city of angels join us as we take you on a soulful journey and experience the RebelVibes way of life!


The concept is a continuous from last years theme "psychomachia" The Battle of the souls" where we dealt with the virtues and vices (seven deadly sins) and this year we enter heaven "Paradiso 'city of angels'. We are taking everyone on a soulful journey...as each theme relates to the other.
(1st prize in 2009 for Best Fantasy Band)

Five Sections:

Paradiso ~ 'city of angels'
Designer & Band Leader; Andre ' The Rebel' Elias

Five Sections

1. First angel of the night Inspires Beauty, Art and Kindness ~ We present "Hael" (Purple)

2. Following close behind is Manakel Angel of the Oceans protects animals of the sea. Encourages us to get in touch with our deep inner wisdom. ~ 'Manakel' (Turquoise)

3. From the Oceans to the Skies...'Kakabel' is next : "Star of God",' Kakabel' is a powerful angel in charge of the stars, constellations and astrology. ~ 'Kakabel' (Silver)

4. Kakabel shares the Skies with 'Gazardiel'...an angel who holds dominion over the rising sun, this angel encourages new beginnings, awakening and enlightenment. (Yellow)

5. She is the Angel of Miracles Angel of glorious white awaits for opportunities to create miracles in our lives...we present our last angel ~ 'Hamied' (White)


2. Your RebelVibes All Inclusive Journey Includes:

• Two (2) fully stocked premium drink's trucks.
• The Rebel’ self serve Beer, Punch & Water Van.
• One (1) fully loaded 30’ music truck with one (1) of Barbados’ leading sound companies.
• Breakfast & Hot buffet lunch at the end of the day.
• Various snacks and treats throughout the day.
• Private security on the route assisted by our experienced road crew.
• On-site paramedic team
• Straight forward, trouble-free registration at the band house.
• Goodies Bag (Crop over Essentials and Souvenirs)
• Clean Mobile Restrooms with Attendant
• RebelVibes Membership Card which Entitles you to Discounts at Participating Outlets across Barbados
• And of course, your costume and the RebelVibes Experience!

Mas Camp: #4 Red Rooster Complex, Hastings. (Opposite Coconut Court Hotel)
Website: www.rebelvibes.com
Tel. 236-1960

Gazardiel

Hamied

Hamied Frontline

Kael

Kakabel

Manakel

Band Launching 2011 Dates

Spice - August 8th


Showtime - August 22nd


Ronnie and Caro - August 28th 

Pulse 8 - September 10th 

Tentative: 

TRIBE - July 24th

Island People - August 13th or 20th

Harts 2011 Band Launch

Mark your calenders, second band launch date  of the season announced:

Karma For Labor Day

Last year, 2009, KARMA Carnival Band began their journey into the annals of carnival history by literally celebrating our arrival with an inaugural portrayal entitled “Celebrations”. It was a commemoration of nature, happiness and tradition that translated into a burst of color, splendor and excitement on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, NY, the renowned home of the West Indian American Day Carnival, held annually on Labor Day, the first Monday in September.

KARMA is a small band founded by a group of young, hard working, talented and spirited individuals with a love for the Caribbean carnival culture who felt that for too long masqueraders had been treated as less than first priority by many other bands and as avid carnival enthusiasts for many years we felt a need to step up and provide an alternative. We wanted to represent every masquerader out there who’d been left feeling disappointed by their carnival experience, whether it had to do with their costume or service or fun factor and had just felt like they didn’t get their monies worth. For many masqueraders, ourselves included, asked to describe their carnival experiences, the range of responses would most times be interjected with a but, “I enjoyed this but …” “that was a nice touch but …”, carnival should be an enjoyable experience, point blank, no ifs, buts or maybes about it and we believed it was time for a change in the mood of mas and so began the story and journey of KARMA Carnival Band.

The team’s collective and unified aim was to offer a more intimate and personal carnival experience where professionalism and quality in the product delivered to each individual masquerader from start to finish is of utmost importance. We also sought to provide a high level of customer service, enjoyment and overall safety, all at an unbeatable price, that our masqueraders would appreciate and keep coming back for year after year. We’re proud to say that the feedback from our masqueraders and even sideline spectators since the end of the 2009 Labor Day Carnival season has been overwhelmingly positive and we believe that it is testimony to the hard work put in to deliver on our promises and achieve our goals.

2009 was a storied season for KARMA as we hit some very commendable and major highlights for a band only in its first year. Key among those milestones was an appearance on major network television WPIX-TV Channel 11 for a morning news show segment; teaming up with the award winning Mastamind Productions on a collaborative promotional endeavor; and having cable network Bravo TV in tow on the Parkway shooting footage of the band in action for one of their reality television shows that was scheduled to premiere in the Spring of 2010. However, of all of last year’s accomplishments, none could compare to seeing our masqueraders out in all their costumed glory having a great time and bringing the portrayal to life along the full length of the parade route for the viewing pleasure of the millions of spectators reported to have been in attendance.It was a labor of love producing our 2009 portrayal and it was a pleasure serving our masqueraders.

Moving forward, the future success of the band will require us taking stock of the lessons of the first season, learning from and correcting the slip ups and maintaining and even improving on where we went right. Over the past months we’ve been doing just that and the small but mighty KARMA Carnival Band is proud to announce that we are now primed and ready for the 2010 season. Our goal once again this carnival season will be to provide professional and unrivaled service, guaranteed fun and assured quality at a sound price and in a safe environment.

This year, 2010, KARMA Carnival Band is taking you on a fairytale journey into the carnival past of a little island in the sun in a portrayal entitled “Once Upon A Carnival”. It is said that you don’t know where you’re going if you don’t know where you’ve been. That being the case we’re presenting a modern day interpretation inspired by whence this tradition of carnival came from. This is mas then, now. The tale begins to unfold on June 5th and we welcome and encourage all past and prospective masqueraders to karma-long and join us in the pursuit of this story’s happily ever after as it culminates in a robust cultural experience down Eastern Parkway come Monday September 6th.

Launch Details:

KARMA Carnival Band presents for 2010:

“ONCE UPON A CARNIVAL “

WHEN:

This coming Saturday, June 5th

WHERE:

eSavoy Lounge

2192 Flatbush Ave.

(btwn. Ave R & Quentin Rd)

TIME:

6-10 PM

ADMISSION:

FREE till 8pm

Come see the showcase of this year’s Costumes. Band Registration available immediately following the costume presentation