Butterfly Bliss....

If I were playing in Butterfly Bliss I would have my face painted like this:

PHOTO CREDITS:
www.carnivaltribe.com
www.blushpremier.wordpress.com

Get Your Free Bmobile SIM Cards .....

Blogger cb, who arrived in Trinidad yesterday, has left this tip for "the newbies":

Oh! for those flying in and wanting cell phones, bmobile is giving out free SIM cards at their booth in the airport (right as you walk out of Immigration--for the newbies).

Also, there are some inexpensive phones on sale, for those who just want something for their time here:
Nokia 1600 - TT$224/US$38
Nokia 2610 - TT$324/US$54
Samsung C165 - TT$324/$US54.

Put the Paws On you!

Here is an idea for those of you in Island People; you can use Paw Print stencils to create designs on your face, legs, stomach or even on your butt cheek!

Print the stencils out on Bristol board, then use a sharp exacto knife to cut out the stencil. You trace the edges and cut out the black parts. To make the designs smaller, you can reduce the size before printing. I have done this to create stencils for a birthday party where I was doing facepainting on the kids and the stencils held up well over multiple uses.

Use non toxic body paints or even glitter to fill in the stencil, or for the more creatively inclined use spirit gum and fill in the stencil with gems, jewels or crystals! Use the flat back gems that you would use as face jewels.

STENCILS:

Alternately you can also buy temporary stick on paw print tattoos, which sell online or at costume and sports shops, the caveat in purchasing online is that some stores require a minimum purchase . You can find them in plain black, coloured, crystals, glittered and beaded. They even come in mini sizes that you can use to dress up your nails:

Mineral Make Up for Myths and Magic

Makeup artist Jamie Rampersad has customized specific shades of long lasting mineral eye makeup for each of TRIBE’s sections. Masqueraders can find her products displayed at TRIBE’s distribution centre in the Cascadia Hotel. You cannot miss the tent; it is the one that features beautifully made up faces for each section. There are three shades of eye shadows blended to match each costume, and each pot costs $40.00. The booth will be at Cascadia from January 23rd to February 1st, so you have a chance to get make up to match without having the guess work of wondering if a particular shade of eyeshadow will complement the costume.

To see more of Jamie’s work visit her Facebook group or her website.



PHOTO CREDIT: Jamie Rampersad of Joli Mineral Make up

Oodles of Goodies!!!

TRIBE's Goody Bag this year is a great improvement over last year's. First off the actual bag has been upgraded along with the goodies; this is what is included:

Knapsack
Water Bottle
Mug
Plantain Chips
Fruit and Nuts Snack
Orville Pop Corn
TRIBE Mouse pad
Senvia Magnet
Sharpie Marker/Key Chain
Mini Neutrogena Sun block
Digicel Lariat
Bandana
Opi Nail polish
Perfit Sanitary Napkins
Tampon
Soft and Dri Mini Deodorant
Crest Mouthwash
Tylenol
Herbal Essences Shampoo
Herbal Essences Conditioner
Revlon Cuticle Trimmer
*TRIBE Calendar
*Members Guide
25% Off Coupon for sneaker discount at Sports and Games
*Nestle Fitness Cereal
Glitter (came in costume box)

*items did not come in the Goody Bag but were distributed afterwards.

Harts Secret Section

So it is not only TRIBE that has a secret section, however this one is labeled as a "private" section by Karen Hart and it is called "Dance With Me". Apparently this section is reserved for Karen Harts' masqueraders every year and is not available for registration through the mas camp.

Did you choose the right section ?

For those who care where their section is placed in the band, last year I gave you "The Dummies Guide to Choosing the Right Section in TRIBE" my tips were :

1. Pay attention to the sections that are always placed closer to the rear of the band; from my observation the same designers have been bringing up the rear for the past three years. If you have the TRIBE booklet it lists each section and the designer of the costume. Learn those names!

2.The "Big 3" designers in TRIBE, Lana, Monique and Gail always have a section to the front of the band and one that ends up closer to the back. Case in point, Monique had three sections in 2007, Fancy Sailor #1, Dame Lorraine # 12 and Fireman #15. Gail's sections were Warrior Spirit #4 and Jamette #13. Lana's sections were Jab Molassie #5 and Dragon #6.

3. One of Monique's sections is always section #1. In 2005 it was Mojave, 2006 Nylon Pool and 2007 Fancy Sailor. So if you are playing in Lady of the Lake, Black Magic or Amalthea chances are your section will be first!

4. If your section is hugely popular and it is larger in numbers than other sections you will not be placed first. I have noticed that these sections are placed in the top 5 however.

5. Sections are not placed according to how quickly they sold out, Fireman was one of the first sections to go and sections that did not even sell out up until the close of registration were placed before Fireman.

6. If the President or some other notable celebrity, Dignitary or Official is playing in your section you will be in the top 5, if not section #1. In fact the section order might even be switched to accommodate these persons.

7. Peter Elias section will NEVER be in the back, somehow he is always in the top 10!

OK so lets see how good I was in predicting which sections would be in the top five and which would be last....

The big 3 designers, Lana, Monique and Gail are leading the first half of the band with Lady of the Lake, Black Magic, Butterfly Bliss and Mystique.... this year they are also bringing up the rear of the band with the last three sections. The designer of Luna, who has had a back seat position for the past three years has now moved up several notches and Silver Mist, Leasel Rovedas section took a leap to #8 !! I guess it was because that section was VERY popular.

As I predicted Black Magic, THE hot section for 2008 is in the top 5 . As it is possibly the biggest section in the band the top spot went to Monique's other section Lady of the Lake, in position number ONE.

The surprises for me are Peter Elias, demoted to number 14, I was wrong about him. And Goddess of the Chase, a first time section leader right up there in second position!! I am guessing some celebrity(local or otherwise) might be playing in that section, who knows.

I hope everyone is happy with their section placement, I know I am! If you are not, well, hopefully you are forewarned and forearmed for 2009 in guessing which sections will be where in the lineup!

Harts Distribution Schedule is UP!

Check the website for dates and times , the hubby is collecting first!

Soca Music For Download!

Here are some downloads for you guys getting ready to journey to Trinidad in a few days , it is sure to put you in the mood and bring you up to speed on all the hottest soca music for the season.

The first is a mix from Private Ryan:

Just letting you all know that a brand new soca 2008 mix made by Private Ryan of Detrimental is available for download at http://www.sendspace.com/file/os557h

This mix was made for all those who are going to be in Trinidad celebrating carnival, and for those who want to get familiar with all the new hits for 2008.

Please enjoy it at your convenience and feel free to leave any comments. Note that the mix is one long track that is almost 2 hours long as it has fit all the tracks currently in heavy rotation.

Look out for the entire Detrimental crew Jase, Dj Kevin, Private Ryan and Brenty on the road on the REd 96.7 truck in Tribe this year, and also look out for the best of carnival 2008 mix coming out after carnival mixed by yours truly Private Ryan.

And D'Bandit's POD CAST

Anyways it's time to get ready for Trini Carnival, safe trip to all those flying out over the next little while.

Remember to download mypodcast for the plane ride down at http://dbandit.mypodcast.com.

The new mixes should be up by Friday Jan 25th. That's right the annual, no talking, ah just fooling around in meh basement, getting ready for the road, mixes...will be up most likely by Friday evening-ish :)

Enjoy!!

TRIBE Section Lineup!!!!!!

1. Lady of the Lake

2. Goddess of the Chase

3.Black Magic

4. Green Water Spirit

5.Butterfly Bliss

6. Mystique

7. Autumn Sprite

8. Silver Mist

9. Mystical India

10. Water Nymph

11. Isis

12 Sun Goddess

13. Luna

14. Myths of Babylonia

15. Titania

16. Amalthea

17. Pixie Dust

Pulse 8 Distribution Schedule

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Island People Distributuon Schedule

Island People has updated their website with the distribution dates and times.... but there is no VENUE listed as to where it will take place! ( but I hear is the Jean Pierre Complex)

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TRIBE Secret Section

I know many of you would have noticed TRIBE's distribution schedule listing a section called "Green Water Spirit". I have heard that section is for the sponsor Heineken, so I am guessing it has been reserved for their folks.

So, what are your feelings on this "secret section"? For me it does not bother me one way or the other as Harts used to have a Carib section when I played with them and as a masquerader you would only see the cosutme on Carnival Tuesday. That is of course if you were not part of the Carib posse lol. And I did notice Pall Mall, another TRIBE sponsor, had costumes for their "people" last year:

If I were a big sponsor and wanted to have a section specifically for my people and the band was cool with that why not? That is the trade off for having a Heineken Cool Zone truck and Heineken on the road instead of STAG!! Anyway for those who missed out on TRIBE because the band was sold out quickly, or those in another section who feel they should have all options for choice or even those not playing with the band what do you think about Green Water Spirit?

Are you in favour of private sponsor sections?
	No, all sections should be open to the public
	Yes, the sponsors should be allowed a section if they want
	No, this is another form of exclusivity and discrimination
	Yes, but only if I can register in it too!
	I do not care either way as long as I have a cosutme.
Free polls from Pollhost.com

TRIBE Ignite

Bunji & the Asylum, Destra & Atlantik, Kes the Band & guest artistes.

Premium Bar: Johnnie Walker Black Scotch, Dewars 12 Scotch, Rum, Vodka, Shots, Heineken and more…

TLC top-ups $250 – Available from Wed 23rd Jan until Sat 26th Jan

Ltd Adv Masqueraders $280 (without TLC) – Tickets available from Sat 26th Jan

Ltd Adv Non-masqueraders $300 – Tickets available from Sat 26th Jan

Tickets available at:

TRIBE mas camp - Mon-Sat 12-6pm (Closed Sunday)


Cascadia Hotel – Mon-Fri 5:30-9:30pm | Sat & Sun 1-7pm


TRIBE Committee Members

Island People and Harts Distribution

Both Island People Mas and Harts will begin cosutme distribution on Monday January 28th. Emails with the specific dates and times for each sections will go out this week, I was told. In addition the advertisement will be placed in the newspapers and on the websites so keep checking for updates.

Island People will distribute at the Jean Pierre Complex and Harts at their mas camp.

Making Mas Online

The Trinidad Guardian newspaper has featured stories on Harts, Trini Revellers, TRIBE and lately Brian Mc Farlane weekly, highlighting their Carnival 2008 preparations.

Now these stories along with photographs can be found online without having to search through the Guardian's archives. I must also add that photographs are a nice behind the scenes look at the production and mas camp activities. There are samples of Brian Mc Farlane's work, as well as pieces of costumes from TRIBE, Harts and Trini Revellers. Check it out, you may just see your costume being crafted!

Making Mas Stories

Making Mas Photos

PLAY MAS FOR FREE WITH DIGICEL

Are you a Digicel Trinidad & Tobago customer registered in Tribe for Carnival 2008?

If Yes, then today is your lucky day.

Text “TRIBE” to 2020 and be automatically entered into a draw where 4 lucky winners will get their costume paid for in full by Digicel.


Send in your texts before 12 midnight on Tuesday 22nd January, 2008 and the 4 winners will be contacted on Wednesday 23rd January.

The more you text, the better your chances are to win!!!!!


Texts cost $1.50.

Phone and Costume must be registered in the same name.

Before I forget...

All who are in the section Mystique I know the placement of your section! I saw the designer herself in Panorama and she told me Mystique is NUMBER SIX!!

So, according to the sccop Carnival Jumbie got we know the placement of Lady of the Lake (1), Black Magic (3), Mystique (6) and Silver Mist (7). Now, we just have to wait until Wednesday to find out the rest of the lineup!

Pan on the Greens

Though it took me a long time to warm up to he new idea of Panorama without the North Stand, seeing as I decided to miss it last year, I decided to give it a try this year. Well I did and it was an entirely different vibe. Something was missing, like mas on the road was not quite the same without a stage, there is just something to be said for having the North Stand.

What the event turned out to be was a picnic on the greens, not my style actually but I was quite appreciative for the covering on the grass that turned the area into a white floor as well as the sparse and scarce shade from the sun!

I saw many people with sun burnt legs, and many others braving the vicious sun to get a view of the stage. The late start to Panorama coupled with the fact that it was preliminary competition, not semi finals, meant by the time I left at just after 8:00PM, medium bands were still on stage! I missed out on hearing Exodus and Neal and Massy All Stars.

The best thing about Panorama was the Bmobile Lime (of which I was part of) since we were treated with food and drinks galore, and Red Ants Laventille Rhythm Section (who you can enjoy in the video below)

I would wish for a stand on the "Northern Greens" next year, as the stands built for VIPs across the area was not even filled. And if it is to be left as is, hopefully next year the organisers would have the foresight to provide shaded/tented areas as well as design the layout in a way that everyone can have a clear enough view of the stage and the bands performing. Without being able to see who was on the stage it felt as if the steel pan was just an accompaniment to the lime that was happening in the greens and I did not feel a part of the whole experience.

Arima Carnival 2008 - Indigenous Trinibago

Reigning Arima Band of the Year 2007, The Arima Carib Community presents for Arima Carnival 2008, “Indigenous Trinibago”. The band comprises of 10 sections, (four of which are kiddies and six adults), the price of costumes ranges from $300.00TT to $500.00TT. Located at the Carib Centre on Paul Mitchell Street Arima is the mas camp, which is open or viewing and registration daily. At present two sections are already sold out, those being Soca (adults) and Pan (kiddies). On average the band caters for just under two hundred people and is quite a popular choice among persons residing in the area.

The kiddies will be parading in Port of Spain on Saturday February 2nd and in Arima on Sunday February 3rd, with the adults parading in Arima on Tuesday February 5th.

For more information on the band contact 667-0210, 743-0913 or 726-0873.

CHILDREN'S SECTIONS

Chutney


Parang


Pan (sold out)



Amerindian



ADULT SECTIONS
Chutney



Soca



Pan


Parang


Indigenous People (1)


Indigenous People (2)


Photos from Arima Carnival 2007