National Carnival Commission - Spirit of Independence

As part of the National Carnival Commission of Trinidad and Tobago- NCC's commitment to recognizing our nation's 50th on Anniversary of our Independence, we'd love to seek feedback from the public on "The Best of Our Culture" in mas, calypso and pan, over the last half-century!

Explore your cultural memory vault! Think of our rich, diverse and accomplished history over the last 50 years! 

Send us an email to feedback@ncctt.org and tell us your opinion on the BEST:

SteelPan Arrangement/Arranger
Panorama Band (Small, Medium, Large)
Single Pan Band (Small, Medium, Large)
Panyard Practice Session (Small, Medium, Large)
Individual Pannist
Calypso Artiste
Calypso Song
Calypso Monarch
Extempo Contribution
Young King
Soca Artiste
Soca Band
Soca Song
International Soca Monarch
Stickfighting Match
Traditional Carnival Character
J'Ouvert Band
Ole Mas/J'Ouvert Character (J'ouvert Morning)
Parade by a Band (Adult)
Parade by a Band (Kiddies)
Carnival Costume Presentation (Adult)
Carnival Costume Presentation (Kiddies)
Bandleader (Adult)
Bandleader (Kiddies)
King of Carnival (Senior)
Queen of Carnival (Senior)
King of Carnival (Junior)
Queen of Carnival (Junior)
International Carnival (outside of Trinidad and Tobago)
NCC People's Choice- Global Ambassador of Mas
NCC People's Choice- Global Ambassador of Calypso
NCC People's Choice- Global Ambassador of Steelpan
Photos of all choices over the last 50 years are very much welcomed!
No matter where you are in the world, now is your chance to remember our culture! Send all of your choices to feedback@ncctt.org!

Word And Associates Present Leviticus for Carnival 2013

The  Catholic Band Word and Associates is going strong with the third presentation since its début. For Carnival 2013 the theme is "Leviticus" and these are the costumes:

Tribes of Levi

Animal Sacrifice

Bird Offerings

Blessings of Rain

Damnation

Foliage Gatherers

Fruit Bearers

http://www.trinicarnival2011.blogspot.com/

https://www.facebook.com/genesis.creation

Bliss News!

No, I do not have the band launch date for Bliss though it is rumoured to be Friday July 27, the day before Fantasy's. Anyway what I do have is some more details about the theme ans costumes as Bliss photo shoot was done recently.

I was told that the "savages" are from both sea and land, with section names such as Volcano, Sea Scorpion, Lion Fish, Cobra and Lizard. From all reports the costumes are looking well finished, well decorated and very much on theme with the preliminary stand outs being Lion Fish and Cobra. The other thing heard, however, is that there are no WOW pieces albeit the costumes are very much on theme and you can tell what the represent by looking at them, apart from a few which fall in the generic category.

Lion Fish is reportedly black and silver while Cobra is supposedly an ethereal looking mint, turquoise and gold. I was also told that TRIBE section leader Solange Shaw Gopaul has one or more sections in Bliss for the first time and that Cobra is one of here.

Guys, I also heard that the headpieces and costuming also reflect the theme in your costuming so that is something to look forward to!

The V.I.P. section remains with Bliss (there were earlier reports of discussions to migrate to Fantasy) and I heard their costume has already been selected,

Remains to be seen, I am actually very excited for Bliss launch now.... announce the date already! 

Sandra is that you?

Presenting "Hot Hollywood" designed by Sandra Hordatt for Paparazzi Carnival , seriously I was expecting a costume that was HOT not cool or lukewarm. White is a very interesting colour choice to go with the costume's name but I am beyond expecting a correlaiton of costume and theme from most bands these days so lets overlook the fact that pink or red or some vibrant colour could have been used to translate the "heat". 

I am a HUGE Sandra fan, as a designer I always look forward to seeing her work. She was responsible for saving Island People's Heroes last year and has consistently done a strong section in TRIBE over the years so I am baffled as to how this costume features Sandra's stamp on it?

Maybe she had limited budget to work with  or the section leader wanted it simple, but really, I cannot believe that this is a Sandra's design though. Hot Hollywood sort of maybe looks a bit like Cyprus (Sandra's section from TRIBE 2012) if I stare at it hard enough, that is the only link I can make !

Anxiously awaiting Sandra Hordatt's redemption with her sections for Fantasy Carnival.

One appliqué cut into two pieces, 5 stones from Cyprus on each bra,

 5 strips of rhinestone trim and Cyprus Frontline Leg Pieces

Cyprus - TRIBE 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

Showtime Mas theme 2013

http://www.showtimetrinidad.com/

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:

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

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

Aaron 736-7676 | Aeron 737-4077 | Adonia 399-4956 | Arvinder 729-8765 | Brendon 687-6871 | Bruce 788-1263 | Carla 477-9791 | Cher 787-1795 | Cherrise 756-6865 | Chike 460-2965 | Chris 744-7970 | Christian 497-3326 |  David 469-7707 | Dexter 740-6088 | Dominique 799-6213 | Gabriel 360-0873 | Gillian 758-7477 | Greer 465-6618 | Hannah 745-3795 | James 683-0822 | Jamie 753-5154 | Jason 744-8195 | Jehan 760-0820 | Joel 678-6172 | Joshua 473-7426 | Kandace 689-6087 | Kearlene 758-5022 | Kendal 390-5155 | Kendall 680-9456 | Kevin 687-0501 | Kimberly 685-0363 | Kristi-Anne 682-8835  | Mark 740-2551 | Marvin 770-8315 | Nathan 482-5158 | Narissa  756-6628 | Nicholas 781-7781 | Nicholas 687-7099 | Nickola 717-1020 | Nikitha 761-7942 | Quelita 795-9896 | Rachel 713-9590 | Rebecca 313-2006 | Rian 714-4309 | Ryan 744-2257 | Shane 727-4263 | Sherise 729-1795 | Shivonne 728-8650 | Stephan 741-3157 | Steven 680-6957 | Toni-Marie 739-8641 | Zikomo 476-3279 

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/

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

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/

Petlemas Theme 2013 ... La Isla Del Encanto

https://www.facebook.com/petlemas

http://www.petlemas.com/

Model Casting Call on today from 10:00AM! 

 

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! 

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http://blisscarnival.com/