Harts Carnival 2013 - Je T'aime

BOHICA is now .... Paparazzi

Just yesterday a new band called  BOHICA  was presented to the public and less than 24hrs later the band's name has changed to "Paparazzi". I am guessing the fact that fans of Trinidad Carnival Diary on Facebook expressed  their surprise and displeasure over the acronym and what it stood for may have had something to do with this swift reversal of a name. Arguably Bend Over Here It Comes Again and what it says to potential masqueraders has to go down as the worst name for a band,ever:

" BOHICA Carnival is dedicated to all of us who at one time or another have been bent over & given a raw deal. To this we say 'BOHICA', which translated means Bend Over Here It Comes Again. "

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My question is though didn't committee members and/or the band leader  research the name before going public? And if the people behind BOHICA found nothing was wrong with the name and acronym why did it take the outcry of a few facebook fans to make them change their mind on it being appropriate? The power of social media! Anyway, presenting to you, "Paparazzi" for Carnival 2013.

https://www.facebook.com/BohicaCarnival

http://twitter.com/#!/PaparazziMas

http://www.paparazzicarnival.com/

Harts Carnival 2013 Teaser

New Band Alert : BOHICA is Here...to Keep you Pulsing!

Get ready for BOHICA Carnival. 

 BOHICA Carnival is here...to Keep you Pulsing! 

 We are happy to introduce a new dynamic band for C2K13 "BOHICA Carnival". This fun loving band was conceived from the band Pulse8 Carnival and brings with it all of the warmth, vitality and quality service that Pulse8 was known for. 

 BOHICA Carnival is dedicated to all of us who at one time or another have been bent over & given a raw deal. To this we say 'BOHICA', which translated means Bend Over Here It Comes Again. 

BOHICA Carnival is a band where we can release and leave these BOHICA moments on the road, in the music and in the euphoria and freedom that is carnival.

 Bend Over Here Comes...de Wining Again! Bend Over Here Comes...de Road Again! 

 Bend Over Here Comes...de Mas Again! 

 Bend Over Here Comes...de Pulse Again! 

 Remember, just say BOHICA and Release It on the Road!

http://twitter.com/#!/BohicaCarnival/
https://www.facebook.com/BohicaCarnival

Spice Carnival 2013 - Let's Dance

Cropover 2012 New Band Alert - Dragon Fly Mass Band

Woke up this morning with Cropover 2012 on my mind and remembered that a brand new band launched in  Barbados on January 28 by Unique Productions Worldwide Ltd called "Dragonfly Mass" (cringe at the spelling of "Mas").

With six sections DFM is promising a VIP Experience for Cropover 2012 and to get more details on just exactly what this entails, check out their Facebookpage for prices and more information:

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dragon-Fly-Mass-Band/339083166111255

Chowmein

Chutney Bacchanal 

Make Noise

Snakes In De Grass

Peace Sign 

Fireworks

TRIBE Appreciation Event

Last night TRIBE held an appreciation event, poolside at the Courtyard Marriott, to say thanks to the sponsors, media and patrons who were there from the inception of a brand new band and continued with support over the past 8 years . Time really does fly, I cannot believe it has been eight years since the advent of the "Ultimate Experience" which changed the game when it came to Carnival bands and what we as masqueraders have now come to expect as standard from All Inclusive Bikini and Beads bands. 

Band leader Dean Ackin also took time to acknowledge the masqueraders for their patronage and also revealed TRIBE's theme for Carnival 2013. I am very interested in seeing "Butterflies, Beasts and Bacchanal" come to life in all its savage beauty!

Butterflies, Beasts and Bacchanal - TRIBE Carnival 2013

After all the hints TRIBE has finally revealed theme 2013 :

Spice Carnival reveals another teaser

Another teaser from Spice's 2013 Carnival presentation, they are saying their is a twist my bet is it is an animal theme !

Talk Nah On Carnival TV

http://carnivaltv.net/

https://www.facebook.com/carnivaltvtt

Theme 2013

If you came looking for news on Spice, TRIBE and YUMA's theme for Carnival 2013:

HAPPY APRIL FOOLS DAY 

Congratulations to K2K Alliance

K2K Alliance in their debut year  of Carnival 2012 has managed to capture  four Awards for their presentation "The Waters". Awards were given at a ceremony held at Queens Hall on Tuesday March 27. Congratulations to K2k Alliance for the following awards:

• 1st place in Costume Design in the medium band category 

• 1st place for our presentation Downtown /"Band of the Day" in the medium category 

• 1st place for our presentation in the Queen’s Park Savannah /"Band of the Day" in the medium category 

• 4th place overall in the medium band category in the Band of the Year competition for Carnival 2012

As for a hint of their theme for Carnival 2013 this is what they had to say; "our masqueraders will be moving out of the Water and will be coming onto Land! HOLD TIGHT – 2013 COLLECTION COMING SOON!"


I cannot wait to see what is next.

Pulse 8 Clearance Sale

Headpieces for $40.00, bras and belts for $20.00 and entire costumes for $300.00 and that is in TT dollars folks! Sale on at Pulse 8's Mas camp ONLY today and tomorrow. Word is the band is going to be revamped for Carnival 2013, new name and new band leader! 

Pulse 8 is having a Clearance Sale this weekend Friday 30th and Saturday 31st March at the Bandhouse Corner Alfredo St. and Ariapita Ave. 

 Time: 10am to 4pm Items On sale: Costumes, Accessories, Headpieces, Beads, Mannequins, Miscellaneous. 

 ALL ITEMS MUST BE SOLD 

 Cash sales only.

Spice Carnival Hints At Their Carnival 2013 Theme

Guess that theme is turning into well a "theme"among the popular bands it seems. First TRIBE with their version of an Rorschach inkblot test, and now Spice who seems to be counting down to their 5th Anniversary as a band; well that is my guess anyway.

After such a quiet (read dead) pre band launch season for Carnival 2012, I am liking all the action mere weeks after Las Lap! Bring on more teasers Spice: 

TRIBE Releases Another Teaser

I am beginning to think that the name of the TRIBE's theme for Carnival 2013 is really "Ink" or "Inked" based on the teasers we have been given so far... anyway, I await either more teasers or just release the name of the  presentation already!

SamCheewah is set to Fly for Carnival 2013

Guess we will be seeing more wings for Carnival 2013, from the band that brought you "X", SamCheewah presents "Fly" for Carnival 2013. I am looking forward to seeing this!

Carnival Goes To Hollywood

Carnival is coming to Hollywood at The Los Angeles Culture Festival (LACF) June 28th- 30th, 2012. Lets hope this one actually takes place and does not end up like the ill fated Las Vegas Carnival which never materialized! To learn more about The Los Angeles Culture Festival (LACF) check out their website:

http://www.laculturefestival.com/

Celebrate the Annual Los Angeles Culture Festival in Hollywood, California on June 28, 29, & 30, 2012 

(Los Angeles, California — Thursday, March 15, 2012) Regulaz Entertainment, Inc. is proud to announce the Annual Los Angeles Culture Festival, three (3) days of events featuring the unique tradition of “Carnival! Caribbean Style!” 

This celebration of our Caribbean culture will feature splendid colorful costumes, various island culinary dishes, arts & crafts, and pulsating rhythms of Calypso, Soca, Reggae, Chutney, Kompas, Zouke, Punta, Meringue, and Steel-band music. Additionally, as our community celebrates Caribbean Heritage Month, there will be a special tribute to The Republic of Trinidad &  Tobago, the mecca of all Caribbean Carnivals, as they are about to celebrate their 50th Anniversary of Independence. 

Regulaz Entertainment invites everyone to experience first-hand the colorful pagentry, tantalizing cuisines, live entertainment, and melodius sounds of the Caribbean, with these five (5) exciting events: 

ÐÐ Thur-June 28, 2012: “Welcome Lime” at the Caribbean Treehouse (7pm – Until)

 ÐÐ Fri-June 29, 2012: 10th Annual International Soca Awards (iSA) Ceremony at the Hilton Universal City (5pm – 10pm)

 ÐÐ Fri-June 29, 2012: 10th Annual iSA After-Party at the Hilton Universal City (10:30pm – 2am)

 ÐÐ Sat-June 30, 2012: Parade of the Bands on the world-renowned Hollywood Boulevard (11am – 2pm)

ÐÐ Sat-June 30, 2012: Regulaz Entertainment After-Carnival Fete on Hollywood Boulevard (9:30pm – 3am)

 The Annual Los Angeles Culture Festival will be a history-making and proud endeavour for Regulaz Entertainment as we introduce a unique experience to our Hollywood residents and businesses. Our vision is to work hard and collaborate with multi-ethnic groups to introduce them to our Caribbean cultures.

Pulse 8 Is Having A Sale

Pulse 8 is having a Clearance Sale this weekend Friday 30th and Saturday 31st March at the Bandhouse Corner Alfredo St. and Ariapita Ave. 

 Time: 10am to 4pm Items 

On sale: Costumes, Accessories, Headpieces, Beads, Mannequins, Miscellaneous.

 ALL ITEMS MUST BE SOLD 

 Cash sales only.

TRIBE Carnival 2013... Another Teaser!

Your guess is as good as mine what TRIBE's theme for 2013 is....

Settlers: The West Coast Experience - Barbados

Cropover may get all the attention when you think of Carnival in Barbados but in just 17 days another Carnival will be taking place on Barbados West Coast. In its second year Settlers West Coast Experience takes place on April 14, 2012 in St James, Barbados.

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The Settlers West Coast Experience is an all inclusive costumed midnight Carnival culminating with Barbados Breakfast Festival. To read more about the event and book costumes check out :

Website: http://settlerswce.com/ 
Facebook Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/settlerswce

Ronnie & Caro Borough Day Package

https://www.facebook.com/events/119135094883222/ 

Registrations for Borough Day Celebrations 2012 starts on Monday March,26 at Ronnie and Caro's Mas Camp from 11am to 5pm or at Ronnie and Caro store #31 Frederick street,

8am to 5pm.

Take advantage of the "Early Bird Special" Masqueraders...$400.00

New members...$600.00. Offer ends Sat.14th.April,2k12. After April 14th..PAY MORE!

Package includes: Breakfast,Transport,Lunch,Premium Bar,Premium Djs and Premium Security.

TRIBE Carnival 2013

Your guess and mine is probably the same when it comes to TRIBE 2013...... Papillion 2013? One can only hope, nevertheless it looks interesting!