Terry hails from Berbice, that part of Guyana that gave us such LEGENDS as Dr. Cheddi Jagan (former ...
Terry hails from Berbice, that part of Guyana that gave us such LEGENDS as Dr. Cheddi Jagan (former President of Guyana) and Rohan Kanhai (leader in the Sport of Cricket); so too, Terry is a leader in the field of music & is the unofficial goodwill Ambassador for Guyanese Music & Culture.
Terry Vivekanand Gajraj started singing as a little boy in the FYRISH ROAD Mandir where his Aja (Grandfather) was the Pandit (Priest). Terrys Dad & Uncles (cha-cha) taught him to play various instruments such as the Dholak, Dantal, Harmonium, Keyboard & Guitar.
Terry is affectionately called the GUYANA BABOO after his biggest hit in 1992 that brought him international acclaim.
Terry is Guyana's most charismatic and distinguished singer. Since his first record Soca Lambada was released in 1989, he has gone on to release over 25 more albums and has had number one records on all the Chutney charts in the Caribbean, North America and Europe. The 1990's have undoubtedly been his decade, and the new millennium promises even more great things to come. Here are some brief highlights of an eventful career.
- Guyana's most RECORDED artiste (29 albums and hundreds of songs over a 15 year span).
- Guyana's most TOURING solo singer (performs in all the major cities & countries including Surinam, Holland, England & Spain). One of his most prestigious shows was at Wembley Stadium in London.
- Guyanas most CONSISTENT performer has performed non-stop every single week, every single month & every single year for the past 15 years.
- The 1st Chutney Singer to have his own WEBSITE (thanks to Chico Khan) to promote Chutney music worldwide.
- Terry has represented Guyana @ all the major CARNIVALS in the world including Labor Day in NY, Caribana in Canada, Miami Carnival, Nottinghill in London & the Mother of all Carnivals - Trinidad & Tobago (Spektakula).
- Terry was the first singer from the Caribbean to perform @ the Indian equivalent of the Grammys - the Millennium BOLLYWOOD Music Awards!
- He is one of Guyana's most VERSATILE singers and does everything from Bhagans, Filmi, Chutney, Soca, Calypso, Reggae and Ballads. The ballads on his #1 selling "Sweet Love Songs" were a sensational success & still a hot seller!.
- The only Chutney singer from Guyana to perform with ALL the top names in the SOCA/ CALYPSO arena including the Mighty Sparrow, "Hot Hot" Arrow, Machel Montano, Calypso Rose, Byron Lee etc. etc.
- Terry considers himself honored to have performed with LEGENDS such as Sundar Popo, Sonny Mann, Ramdeo Chaitoe, Kries Ramkhelawan, Rikki Jai and celebrated Indian performers Babla and Kanchan.
- Apart from being a prominent singer, Terry stands out from the crowded singing field 'cause he's also a MUSICIAN. He has composed and played all of the music, including Guitar, for some of his songs including the hit Tun Tun Dance
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JMC TRIVENI - CATCH MEH LOVAH - Sunita (New Song )
Jmc 3veni was founded in the year 1977, as a ...
JMC TRIVENI - CATCH MEH LOVAH - Sunita (New Song )
Jmc 3veni was founded in the year 1977, as a local East-Indian oriented band. They played full East Indian Music focusing on film songs, playback etc. Within a few years of existence, Jmc 3veni had captivated the hearts of many indo-Trinidadians with their music.
The year 1987 was a major turning point for the band, as they, for the first time, ventured into the Soca/Calypso arena, playing on the road and being awarded 2nd best sounding band for Mas Band Rabs Immortal. It was then and there, Jmc 3veni was dubbed the premier Crossover band out of Trinidad & Tobago, becoming the band of choice for many popular Carnival Mas Bands including; Show Case, Raoul Garib, Max Awon D Midas and Associates, and for the past 11 years, 3 time Band of the Year winners Trini Revellers.
Jmc 3veni, worked diligently to promote the Music and Culture of Trinidad & Tobago internationally over the past years, travelling to North America, South America, & Europe annually. In doing so, theyve managed to attain many merits to their name, including;
•Sunshine Award winners, 4 consecutive years
•indo Caribbean & TnT Awards, 3 consecutive years
•Awards at the 103 Fm Annual Hall of Fame Awards
•Best Crossover Band, The International Soca Awards at the Apollo Centre, New York
•Crossover Song of the Year 2006 Doi Festival, The Cott Awards, Trinidad
•The Opportunity to perform for former mayor Rudolf Juliani, 4 consecutive years
•4 time winners of the Best Sounding Band, Downtown Carnival Trinidad, including the year 2009
Jmc 3veni is presently preparing for Carnival 2010, with their latest crossover hit Catch Meh Lover, as well as many other crossover and soca selections. Although being a premier band for many of the Carnival fetes and All-Inclusive parties, the band plays a major role in all of the Chutney Soca events throughout the season, including The Chutney Soca Monarch, Chutney Glow, Chutney Brass, etc. Jmc 3veni continues to work vigorously to hold the title of the Best Crossover Band out of Trinidad & Tobago.
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Lord Kitchener ("Kitch"), the Grandmaster, was born April 18, 1922, as Aldwyn Robertsin Arima, Trini...
Lord Kitchener ("Kitch"), the Grandmaster, was born April 18, 1922, as Aldwyn Robertsin Arima, Trinidad and Tobago ("T&T;"), into a family of six. His father was a succes sful blacksmith in Arima. Kitch attended the Arima Boys Gov't School between the ages of 5 and 14, when he was forced to leave school following the death of his parents. He started composing calypsoes at the tender age of 10, and also learnt to play the guitar. As a young man, Kitch was so thin and tall, 6 ft. 2 ins., that his sister nicknamed him "Bean." (Remember Jack and the Beanstalk?).
His first job as a singer was in 1936, when he was hired to serenade the employees of the Water Works. He got his first break in 1937 while he was performing in an old time bamboo calypso tent in Arima. In 1938, he ventured into the realm of big time calypso, and in 1939 he produced a hit called "Shops Close Too Early". In 1942, he joined the Roving Brigade, a traveling group of young calypsonians who appeared at cinema houses in different districts in T&T. Kitch was making one of these appearances when Johnny Khan, the manager of a calypso tent, spotted him and recruited Kitch for his first professional tent appearance. He appeared at the Victory Calypso Tent on Edward Street with some of the great calypsonians of the day, such as Tiger, Roaring Lion, Atilla the Hun, Destroyer, Pretender, Caressa and Iere. His song then was *Green Fig*. It became a hit. In those days, Kitch was paid a dollar per night. Kitch has been a major force in the world of calypso since then, destroying all challengers year after year with his incredible wit, humor, and lasting melody.
In 1938, Kitch won the first prize in a calypso competition organized by the Arima Borough Council. He held the title until 1942. At the outbreak of World War II, Carnival in T&T; was stopped until 1944 but the calypso tents were kept opened. It was around 1944 that a friend, Alric Farrell, better known as Pretender, reportedly persuaded Kitch to turn professional and join the great calypsonians of those days --- Beginner, Destroyer, Growling Tiger, Attilla the Hun, Executor, Invader, Growler, and Roaring Lion --- in Port of Spain. Apparently, Kitch followed Pretender's advice. He came to Port of Spain, and sang a calypso he called "Mary, I am Tired and Disgusted," before the critical and exacting calypso lovers of Port of Spain. That calypso took Port of Spain by storm. Realizing the talent of the young calypsonian, The Growling Tiger christened the "Bean" "Lord Kitchener." In 1945, Kitch scored again in Port of Spain with "I am a Worrier."
However, it was not until 1946 that he had his first big success. He had a hat trick consisting of "Tie Tongue Mopsy," "Chinese Never Had a VJ Day," and "Jump In the Line." By then, he had achieved enough stature as a calypsonian to open his own tent. The first full year of the tent was 1947. Kitch called it the "Young Brigade." Some of the calypsonians in the tent were Lord Zigfield, Melody, Mighty Killer, Sir Galba, Spoiler, and Viking. Their only competition was another tent, organized by the Roaring Lion and Attilla, staffed with some of the Calypso giants of those days. This is how Kitchener remembered the opening night:
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Chinese Chili Sauce Recipe
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hot and sour soup indo-chinese way , you can add egg
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Born and raise in Freepot,Trinidad..Started singing from the age of 8 but offcially at 15..I'm curre...
Born and raise in Freepot,Trinidad..Started singing from the age of 8 but offcially at 15..I'm currently singing with the big band Chutney Rhythms..along side Nisha Ramsook,Oneil Bhajman and Ravi Babooram.
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Trinidad soca artist Machel Montano - Tell me - is one of the latest soca music .
Born in Caren...
Trinidad soca artist Machel Montano - Tell me - is one of the latest soca music .
Born in Carenage (North Trinidad), his family moved to Siparia, South Trinidad when he was very young. Machel attended Siparia Boys' R.C., then Presentation College, San Fernando, a prestigious secondary school in San Fernando, South Trinidad where he was in the choir led by Mrs. Cynthia Lee-Mack. Machel first shot to fame as a young boy with the song "Too Young To Soca" while he was still in primary school. In 1984 along with his brother and neighbours the group Pranasonic Express was started and in 1989, the band became Xtatik.
The band developed and was re-invented by its leader Montano several times as Xtatik 5.0, The Xtatik Circus, Xtatik The Road Marching Band, The Band of the Year and many others. Every year Machel has a new concept to keep his band and his performances fresh. From 2007 they are known as Machel Montano HD (High Definition) and he promotes the concept by saying that he is the first human being to go HD. He claims this is a representation of the evolution of his music over the last 25 years and highly improved style in which his music shall be presented to his fans over radio formats, television, and during live performances. He is part of a campaign in Trinidad and Tobago to promoting safe driving - "Arrive Alive". Part of the hype surrounding Montano since 2007 is his HD tour bus, a 20 year old bus from the Public Transport Service Corporation (PTSC) which was re-done and includes a bedroom, bathroom facilities, flat screen TVs, Internet access and expansive audio systems. After the bus' debut in 2007, it was re-painted for 2008, the new images of Machel matching various photos of him from the album artwork of his 2008 CD, Flame on. The bus featured heavily in his videos for "Jumbie" - 2007 and "Rollin/Blazin d Trail" - 2008.
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Ravi Bissambhar - Trinidadian artist
Ravi is one of the most popular Indian male artistes in Tri...
Ravi Bissambhar - Trinidadian artist
Ravi is one of the most popular Indian male artistes in Trinidad and Tobago because of his versatility and charming personality. He is the youngest musical producer, director, arranger, singer and one of the most sought after musical programmer.
Ravi started singing at the age of 13 and ever since this young artiste has just kept on aspiring. He attended the Sangre Grande Hindu school, North Eastern College, University of the West Indies and he is attempting to complete his degree in Business Administration(A.B.E.) Currently at the age of 23 he is the lead vocalist, music director,producer and arranger for the popular Caribbean fused music band Karma. He is also a top radio personality with Trinidad and Tobago's leading East Indian radio station, 90.5fm.
This young superstar was always inspired by international artistes like Kumar Sanu, Sonu Nigam,Eminem and Machel Montano, but what inspires him the most is his parents, his brother Anil, sisters Nalini and Nisha,his love for music and most importantly God. Ravi has toured the Caribbean, U.S.A, Canada, Guyana, Europe and Suriname; representing Trinidad's culture, chutney and soca. He was also voted the Best New Artiste in the year 2003 and he received the award for Best Bhajan album in 2005. He is presently nominated for Best Chutney Soca artiste at the Virgin Records Awards in March 2006. Ravi was also a finalist in the Mastana Bahar and Chutney Soca Monarch competition.
Presently he is making waves with his big hit songs, 'Gul yuh start meh, Rum is meh lover and 'Teer cheer.' Other hit songs include Karma slam 1&2, Yeh kahan, Mom and Dad, Badi door (featuring General Imran) Seene meh dil, Ek tera saath, Karma Rompe, The End, Channa vey and his version of Mangalam Ganesham.
Some of his greatest achievements includes performing along side Nitin Mukesh in 1996, Shah Rukh Khan in 1999, forming Karma in 2002 together with his Father, Brother, and Sister (Jeewanlal, Anil, and Nisha Bissambhar), joining the 90.5 FM family in 2002, played music for Kumar Sanu at the 90.5 FM cook out competition in 2004, the 3rd of December 2005 where he was chosen to open the Bollywood Music Awards, the Bollywood Movie Awards 2006, received Best Sounding Band at Unifest 2006 in Miami and now getting prepared for the Annual Father's Day Spectacular.
It will be his first concert ever and he guarantees to deliver.Ravi B has already produced five Albums which Includes Karma Evolution, A.B.C.party mix, Secret 48, Karma Mangalam, Destiny and Karmasutra.He is now preparing to launch his baby albums DESTINY 2 and BAND AH D YEAR.
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Michael Salloum, 45, better known in the music world as Soca Elvis, plans on launching one of his th...
Michael Salloum, 45, better known in the music world as Soca Elvis, plans on launching one of his three top songs for C2K9 at the finals of the Chutney Soca Monarch. Salloum said it was a toss-up between The Drunkard of the Party or Dhoti and Love up. This is his third year to the finals. In 2007 he entered with Chutney Wine; in 2008 he placed third and won the Peoples Choice award with Monica. Salloum said being in the finals was a big achievement for him. He said the competition would be hot this year but he was in the event to enjoy himself and have a good time.
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3Veni has been the resident band for Trini Revellers for many years now having taken the title of Be...
3Veni has been the resident band for Trini Revellers for many years now having taken the title of Best Cross Over Band on three occasions. The bands newest front line singer Santeney Rampersad proved he has what it takes to be just that — frontline — as he belted out some of the hottest soca and chutney soca for crowds overseas. He has also mastered several of the popular remixed tunes that have been produced in India. Frontline female vocalist Sarika Mahabir continues to be an eye catcher as she has been in demand in many countries of the world for interpretation of Bollywood tunes. She has been collaborating with Papa Steve (Houston Villaroel) for several performances overseas.
According to Persad, the band still has a busy year before the Carnival Season rolls in, with Miami Carnival still to come and Thanksgiving in North America. However, he admits that he is anxious to perform before home crowds. There is no place like home and I really look forward to performing for the local fans, Persad said.
The band started playing cross over music in 1996. They delved into calypso, reggae, hip-hop and soca. They acquired their first job that year in 1997 with Carnival Mas Band Rabs Immortal.
Their efforts were recognised that year when they were awarded second best Sounding Band in downtown Carnival, Por-of-Spain. In 2002, for the first time in history, an East Indian Band JMC 3Veni took this prestigious title.
The band has played music for renowned singers at concerts such as Rikki Jai, Super Blue, David Rudder, Denise Plummer, the Mighty Sparrow, the late Sundar Popo, late Kitchener including international singers Kumar Sanu, Kanchan (deceased) and Babla. Every year, the band hosts live Fathers Day and Mothers Day Concerts in New York and Toronto.
The bands popularity has grown tremendously over the years as d band of choice for many popular Carnival Mas Bands such as Show Case, Raoul Garib, Max Awon DMidas and Associates etc.
It was in 1993 that Persad took over leadership of the band. Having realised their vision in the local arena as one of the top performing musical bands, Persad sought rapidly to build the recognition and popularity of the band in the regional and international market.
In 1998, the band won a Lifetime Achievement Award for the Best Album in Toronto. It continues to produce the best CD combination of cross over music.
Twenty-five years later, JMC 3Veni has indeed established itself as one of the premier bands specialising in East Indian Music and cross over music locally, regionally and internationally. JMC 3Veni has proven to be a trendsetter in the music industry, constantly reinventing itself, setting the standard, expanding and widening its vision by taking local music and performing globally.
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Gobi / Cauliflower Manchurian is Indian Chinese starter / appetizer.Its medium hot in taste. It is ...
Gobi / Cauliflower Manchurian is Indian Chinese starter / appetizer.Its medium hot in taste. It is very popular among all age groups.
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Hailing from Trinidad, Surface was formed when talented singer Tony Prescott along with nine other m...
Hailing from Trinidad, Surface was formed when talented singer Tony Prescott along with nine other members of the band Atlantik decided to form a new group. The end result is one of the Caribbean's most dynamic soca bands and one of the hottest CDs of 2001,
One of the most memorable tracks is Chutney Ragga Soca Party. The vocal interplay between Terry Seals and Nicole Greaves is superb and the lyrics are very entertaining. If you ever need something to lift your spirits, this one will do it. This is a track that you'll want to play over and over again.
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