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Online Road March Competition: Vote Now

It sounds crazy, right? An “Online” Road March competition,  who would’ve thought?

Even though the world is still in the grips of the pandemic, Trinidad and Tobago said “hey, we’re still pouring a glass of rum” and celebrate whatever we can of the carnival season. An Online Road March competition which is a partnership between bmobile and the Trinbago Unified Calypsonians’ Organisation (TUCO) has been launched. Opened to nationals of Trinidad, the winner will receive $100, 000 TT and will be decided by way of the song with the most votes.

To vote, if in Trinidad (the local rate is TT$2), text 7684 plus the Artist’s Code 7684 which can be found below. For international voting, text your votes to 1 (868) 798 2661 – *note that higher rates may apply for international text messages. Voting is underway and runs till 11.59 pm (Trinidad time) February 16th.

Allowed will be a maximum of two songs per artist and although many have registered two of their selections, Machel Montano (Private Party), Farmer Nappy (Backyard Jam), and Iwer George (One Wish) are among the few that are taking just one song to the stage.

The full list of competitors are:

Performer Song Code
Aaron Duncan Double Trouble AARON
Bunji Garlin Heart Of The People BUNJI1
Bunji Garlin All House Is Road BUNJI2
Eko O.M.B. (On Mih Bed) EKO1
Eko Sound De Alarm EKO2
Erphaan Alves So Sweet ERPHAAN1
Erphaan Alves House Party ERPHAAN2
Farmer Nappy Backyard Jam FARMER
Fay-Ann Lyons Sleep Walk FAY1
Fay-Ann Lyons Take It Back FAY2
Iwer George & KMC One Wish IWER/KMC
Jaiga TC Jam On De Inside JAIGA
Machel Montano Private Party MONK
Mr. Grill Coming Down MR.GRILL1
MX Prime Mad City MX1
MX Prime Torture MX2
Ola Riddim We Want OLA1
Ola Don’t Stop Carnival OLA2
Swappi God Is Ah Trini SWAPPI
Trinidad Ghost Wicked Gyal TRINIDAD1
Trinidad Ghost Pocket Empty TRINIDAD2

 

Here is the list of songs to help you decide.

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Trinidad & Tobago Carnival 2021 Given The Green Light

Masqueraders can breathe a sigh of relief as it was recently announced that Carnival 2021 in Trinidad and Tobago has been given the green light.

The Minister of Culture, Dr. Nyan Gadsby-Dolly confirmed recently that carnival 2021 will not be cancelled once the current trajectory continues. However, it may face major changes and restrictions in an effort to adhere to the concerns of COVID-19. These potential changes will include the consideration of making next year’s festival a local or regional event, as foreigners from the United States, the United Kingdom and Europe may be barred from visiting for carnival. This will have a significant impact on the festivities as they account for the majority of visitors during the carnival season. Questions have also been raised where Jamaica is concerned due to the fact that they have been quite liberal with their borders measures. Other measures being considered is limiting the size of crowds at fetes.

With the 2020 Carnival calendar being seriously affected due to the global pandemic, many of the Caribbean countries were forced to cancel their carnival season as a security measure to control the spread of the Coronavirus. Although it was a devastating hit to the tourism economy, many also consider this to be the reason that countries in the Caribbean have managed fairly well during the pandemic.

With close attention being paid to carnivals that may be held in the upcoming months, moving forward the advisory from the Ministry of Health and National Security will also assist in determining how effective measures for social distancing and other prevention measures can be implemented in the planning process as well. With that said, we at CEH will be keeping you updated on the road to Carnival 2021, as we look forward to continuing to delivering  your event coverages and giving you access to the greatest show on earth.

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Sources include: http://www.guardian.co.tt/, https://www.cnc3.co.tt/