Trinidad Carnival Diary

Trinidad Carnival Diary
Disclaimer: This blog is not intended to influence anyone to play with any one Carnival band over the other. Even though I may be privy to information from many sources this does not influence my views and opinions;the views expressed are solely mine.This is a place to come and get a little carnival info (how ah buy it is how ah selling it), look at some costume pics, "listen" to me talk about mas and occasionally vent or speak my mind.Use with caution!

Monday, July 09, 2012

Paparazzi Carnival Costume Lookbook

Paparazzi Carnival launched last night and though I unfortunately could not make it in person a representative of Trinidad Carnival Diary did so a review will soon be forth coming. There are also a few photos that were posted live from the launch on the Facebook Fanpage and you can also browse Paparazzi's costume look book as we all await the launch of their website; one thing I can say is that it is going to be very hard to impress me with costumes this season... VERY Hard!

Open publication - Free publishing

Sunday, July 08, 2012

Showtime Mas theme 2013

http://www.showtimetrinidad.com/

Saturday, July 07, 2012

Paparazzi Teaser!

Here is a preview of what is to come tomorrow, the section "Hot Hollywood" designed by Sandra Hordatt for Bamabac Crew:

https://www.facebook.com/BamabacCrew

Utopia Mas Band Launch

Look out this weekend for information on when tickets go on sale:

Friday, July 06, 2012

Band Launch Seasons Kicks Off On Sunday

It's official, the start of Carnival 2013 kicks off with the first band to launch Paparazzi on Sunday, July 8 at the Queens Park Oval; we will be walking the red carpet!

For SURE the following will be the launches being covered by Trinidad Carnival Diary:

July 8 - Paparazzi

https://www.facebook.com/events/224296944340013/

July 14 - Spice

https://www.facebook.com/events/165976550201118/

July 21 - TRIBE

July 28 - Fantasy

August 1 - YUMA

August 9 - K2K Alliance

August 10 - Utopia Mas

August 17 - Island People Mas

*Bliss Carnival date still to be announced

Any other bands who would like to extend an invitation to cover your launch please send email to :trinidadcarnivaldiary@gmail.com

Thursday, July 05, 2012

TRIBE Launch 2013 - Butterflies Beasts Bacchanal

TRIBE 2013 Band Launch

Saturday 21st July | Bacchanal City

(Queen's Park Savannah)

Drinks Inclusive!! (Rum, Beer, Vodka)

Tickets go on sale on Monday 9th July to 2012 Masqueraders ONLY

TRIBE & BLISS 2012 Masqueraders - $260 (Mon 9th - Sat 14th July | Subject to availability)

Non-Masqueraders - Special Ltd. Adv. $300

Tickets available at TRIBE Mas Camp, Mon-Fri 12pm-6pm & Sat 1pm-4pm

Committee Members

Wednesday, July 04, 2012

K2K Alliance Carnival 2013 Sneak Peek

Here are costumes from today's media briefing for K2K Alliance's Carnival 2013 presentation "The Human Race"; the sections will be divided among Onlookers, Thoroughbred (horses) and Jockeys in the race of life.

See more photos from the media briefing HERE:

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10151081590880777.408669.90284260776&type=1

and some MORE teasers....

K2K Media Briefing Takes Place Today

Looking forward to the Media Briefing by K2K Alliance for their 2013 presentation "The Human Race", which takes place this morning . Expected is a sneak peek of costumes as well as details on their upcoming band launch presentation from producer Mervyn De Goeas.

Just Friends Launches "Broadway"

July 15th, save the date for the launch of Just Friends Carnival 2013 presentation "Broadway":

click to enlarge

http://www.justfriendstt.com/

Tuesday, July 03, 2012

Spice Carnival Band is ready to Dance for Carnival 2013!

first Band Launch invite of the season - Spice!

Spice Carnival will be launching its 2013 Carnival presentation “Let’s Dance” on Saturday 14th July, 2012 at Pier 1 in Chagaramas.

Spice Carnival is quickly becoming synonymous with the unofficial launch of Carnival as for a third year in a row this band will be the first large Carnival band to do a complete showing of its offering for the upcoming Carnival season. Spice will open the band launching season this year at the spacious Pier I venue with a true Trinidad and Tobago Carnival style “cooler fete”.

The band which will also be celebrating its fifth anniversary this year has truly made its make on the Carnival landscape of Trinidad and Tobago with many accolades in the last five years, including most colourful band and third in the large band competition in Downtown Port of Spain. Spice Carnival also copped the coveted King of Carnival title with its Curtis Eustace presentation “Mandingo” in 2010.

Spice Band Leader, Anya Elias explained that for her and the hardworking Spice Team, Carnival is a year-round event. “Straight out of Carnival 2012 we started putting together the already pre-determined elements of our next year’s presentation. We usually pick a theme for the next season long before this season is finished, so as soon as Carnival is over we hit the ground running again”, Elias said. The team has already decided on a tentative theme for Carnival 2014.

The Carnival 2k13 theme, “Let’s Dance” will represent some of the well-known as well as exotic dances from around the world. Dancing in most cultures represents celebration and fun and that’s exactly what Spice intends to bring to its masqueraders for 2013, especially as the band celebrates five years in the Carnival Business.

Spice Carnival….the Best Recipe for Carnival!

https://www.facebook.com/SpiceCarnival

D Krewe Teaser

Finally! I was beginning to think D Krewe was a little too quiet having been the first band to launch for Carnival 2012 and all. Here is a sneak peek from their Carnival 2013 presentation, your guess is as good as mind when it comes to theme:

https://www.facebook.com/DKREWECARNIVALBAND

Nicki Minaj Video Shoot Casting Call - Walk with your costumes

Sources say that casting is today at 4PM, walk with your costume to the Queens Park Savannah (GRAND STAND) no costume, no entry.

“Ever wanted to be an extra in an international video? Here’s your chance…. Nicki Minaj will be shooting her latest video right here in TnT

If you would like to be a part of this amazing opportunity, please send an email to nickiminajvideo@gmail.com, with a picture of you in your full costume. You will have to bring it with you for the shoot”

N.B. Please note that all queries and comments should be sent to nickiminajvideo@gmail.com

Monday, July 02, 2012

Island Sky Cropover Party Package

Many of you have been asking about Cropover Party Packages, here is one from Island Sky, check them out on Facebook for more details, tickets are going fast!

https://www.facebook.com/events/362313513784032/

Sunday, July 01, 2012

Petlemas Theme 2013 ... La Isla Del Encanto

https://www.facebook.com/petlemas

http://www.petlemas.com/

Model Casting Call on today from 10:00AM!

Saturday, June 30, 2012

D.J. Private Ryan Summer Bunny 2012 Mix

DOWNLOAD HERE

http://djprivateryanmusic.com/index.php/mixes/view/141.

Tracklist

‎1. Lets go – Calvin Harris feat. Ne- yo

2. Don’t wake me up – Chris Brown

3. Feels so close – Calvin Harris

4. Kick out the epic mother fucker – Dada Life

5. Dance Again – Jennifer Lopez & Pitbull

6. Call me maybe (Scene Kings Remix) – Carle Rae Jepsen

7. What makes you beautiful – One Direction

8. We are young (Alvin Risk Remix) – Fun

9. We are young (Cova Roda Remix) – Fun

10. Where have you been (Dj Vice Remix) – Rihanna

11. Wide Awake (Jump Smokers Remix) – Katy Perry

12. Chasing the sun – The Wanted

13. Scream – Usher

14. Back in time – Pitbull

15. Original Don – Major Lazer feat. Partysquad

16. Make it bun dem – Skrillex & Damien Marly

17. Voltage – Srillex

18. Lights (Bassnectar Remix) – Ellie Goulding

19. Mercy – Kanye West, Big Sean & Pusha T

20. Cashin Out – Cash Out

21. Work Hard – Wiz Khalifa

22. Snap Back & Tattoos – Dricky Graham & Soulja Boy

23. Take it to the head – Chris brown, Dj Khaled, Nicki Minaj & Rick Ross

24. Tell her again – Sterling Simms

25. My homies still – Lil Wayne

26. Amen – Meek Mill. Miguel & Drake

27. Beez in tha trap – Nicki Minaj

28. Heart attack – Trey Songz

29. Lemme See – Usher feat. Rick Ross

30. Right by my side – Nicki Minaj & Chris Brown

31. So Cold (Theraflu) – Kanye West

32. Jingalin – Ludacris

33. Street Knocks – Swizz Beats & A$ap Rocky

34. So Good – B.O.B & Ryan Tedder

35. Gun Shot – Nicki Minaj feat. Beenie Man

36. Get Free (feat. Amber of Dirty Projectors) – Major Lazer

37. Tonight – John legend & Ludacris

38. One more night – Maroon 5

39. If it isn’t love – Nicky B & Sean Paul

40. Boyfriend – Justin Bieber

41. 2 reasons – Trey Songz & T.I

42. Ayy Ladies – Travis porter ft. Tyga

43. Up – Chris Brown & Loverance

44. Up remix – 50 Cent & Loverance

45. Rack City Remix – Tyga feat Wale, Meek Mill, Young Jezzy, T.I

46. Whistle – Flo Rida

47. Slight Work – Wale & Big Sean

48. Payphone – Maroon 5 & Wiz Khalifa

49. Burn it down – Linkin Park

50. The Motto (Moombahton remix) – Drake & Lil Wayne

51. Express yourself – Diplo feat. Nicky B

52. Bangarang – Skrillex

53. Party Shot Major Lazer Remix – Popcaan & Major Lazer

Bliss Carnival.... Band Launch Date?

Looks like Bliss has updated their website and something looks like it is happening on the 27th of July, band launch maybe? That is the day before Fantasy's launch so interesting developments indeed!

click to enlarge

http://blisscarnival.com/

Friday, June 29, 2012

Tribe Butterflies, Beasts and Bacchanal teaser !

Oh I see butterfly wings!

Utopia Mas Band Launch

From all I have been hearing about Utopia Mas I have to say I am VERY curious to see what they have to offer in terms of costuming... this should be interesting! August 10, mark the date.

Thursday, June 28, 2012

Carnival Trader

Now I do not know how legitimate this website it is but it seems to be an interesting concept of swapping old and new costumes among other services:

http://www.carnivaltrader.com/

Wednesday, June 27, 2012

Utopia Mas Teaser !

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