http://www.triniscene.com/articles/index.php Whats hott! en 2008-11-21T15:41:18 info@triniscene.com hourly 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 http://www.triniscene.com/articles/index.php?p=35&c=1 2004-05-19T11:04:14 boxx (mailto:edson@triniscene.com) Music News Who would have fathom, coaxing Shivonne Churche to model a pink and black bikini as a tiny tot, would have been the catalyst in the creation of the individual who is known today as Lil’Bitts. Attired in the cherished item of clothing given to her by her godmother, Giselle Pinard, ... Who would have fathom, coaxing Shivonne Churche to model a pink and black bikini as a tiny tot, would have been the catalyst in the creation of the individual who is known today as Lil’Bitts. Attired in the cherished item of clothing given to her by her godmother, Giselle Pinard, Shivonne made her grand entrance on stage; a moment which defined for all who saw her, where she was destined to go.

Subsequent to this was her performance at her school’s Christmas Concert, where she played the role of “Oscar the Grouch” from Sesame Street. Such a memorable performance it was, that jokingly the name became stuck to her; her peers and past classmates being the pioneers for this re-christening. ]]> http://www.triniscene.com/articles/index.php?p=34&c=1 2004-04-12T20:37:10 boxx (mailto:edson@triniscene.com) Sport West Indies captain, Trinidad and Tobago’s own Brian Lara became the toast of the cricketing world when he set a world record for the highest individual test score, passing Matthew Hayden's 380 on the third day of the fourth and final Cable and Wireless Test against England at St ... West Indies captain, Trinidad and Tobago’s own Brian Lara became the toast of the cricketing world when he set a world record for the highest individual test score, passing Matthew Hayden’s 380 on the third day of the fourth and final Cable and Wireless Test against England at St John’s, Antigua.

Almost exactly 10 years after he hit a then-world mark of 375 against England on the same ground, Lara took his score from 313 overnight to 380 with a straight six off spinner Gareth Batty before sweeping him for four next ball.

A delighted Lara, also the holder for the highest ever First Class score of 501, set the region alight when he passed Hayden’s score and was congratulated by England’s players as the crowd gave him a standing ovation. Back home in Trinidad there were loud cheers too as the locals were either preparing or already into their Easter Monday lunches.

The “Prince of Port of Spain” kissed the ground before play resumed as he went on to reach 400 not out and then declare with the WI on 751-5 before leaving the visitors tottering with five wickets down for 171. ]]> http://www.triniscene.com/articles/index.php?p=33&c=1 2004-02-03T09:00:54 casey (mailto:casey@triniscene.com) Carnival :: Interviews Every so often a new band comes along, adding a variety to the already colourful musical landscape of Trinidad and Tobago. Some merely melt into the existing mural, while a few supply it with fresh peaks. Imij & Co. fits snugly into the latter category. Imij & Co. features bandleader Joey ... Every so often a new band comes along, adding a variety to the already colourful musical landscape of Trinidad and Tobago. Some merely melt into the existing mural, while a few supply it with fresh peaks. Imij & Co. fits snugly into the latter category.

Imij & Co. features bandleader Joey Ng’Wai whose father George is the band’s manager/producer. Joey plays Lead Guitar and Keyboards. Lead vocals Michelle Xavier, Hilton “Ghetto Flex” Dalzell Jr and Kees Dieffenthallar. Kees’ brothers Hans on the drums and Jon on the guitar and Bassist Riad Boochoon. ]]> http://www.triniscene.com/articles/index.php?p=32&c=1 2004-02-03T08:38:04 casey (mailto:casey@triniscene.com) Carnival :: Articles Sharon Superville was born in Trinidad in 1971, and currently resides in New York City. Her earlier works depcit local landscapes, portraits and still life of Trinidad and Tobago. New York City has broadened her ideas and visions so that most of her current pieces lean more towards abstracting ... Sharon Superville was born in Trinidad in 1971, and currently resides in New York City. Her earlier works depcit local landscapes, portraits and still life of Trinidad and Tobago. New York City has broadened her ideas and visions so that most of her current pieces lean more towards abstracting images. She likes to experiment with medium and subject matter having utilized charcoal, pencil, paper, canvas, cloth, beads, acrylics, water color and pastels. While her current focus is to create abstract images utilizing acrylics on canvas, she hopes to go back to doing portraits and still life at some juncture. ]]> http://www.triniscene.com/articles/index.php?p=31&c=1 2004-01-28T16:14:57 casey (mailto:casey@triniscene.com) Carnival :: Interviews They made their debut in 2000 under the name “treason” but was forced to change their name recently to ‘3 suns”. The trio out of Sangre Grande started chanting and rapping individually at the Sangre Grande Junior Secondary School and North Eastern College in 1995. Competing against each other, Damian ... They made their debut in 2000 under the name “treason” but was forced to change their name recently to ‘3 suns”.
The trio out of Sangre Grande started chanting and rapping individually at the Sangre Grande Junior Secondary School and North Eastern College in 1995. Competing against each other, Damian Olivier, a.k.a. “Ace”, Sherwin Jeremiah, a.k.a. “Menace” and Olufemi Williams, a.k.a. “Crim” decided to join together and form one group called “treason”. ]]> http://www.triniscene.com/articles/index.php?p=30&c=1 2004-01-28T11:25:24 casey (mailto:casey@triniscene.com) Carnival :: Interviews Talent is also prevalent amongst nations DJs as a number of them are trying their hand or should I say voice at Soca. One of the many is Stephenson “Shal” Marshall apart from being the Mic Man for the Jugglers Sound System, he is a radio announcer on 96.1 ... Talent is also prevalent amongst nations DJs as a number of them are trying their hand or should I say voice at Soca. One of the many is Stephenson “Shal” Marshall apart from being the Mic Man for the Jugglers Sound System, he is a radio announcer on 96.1 where he has one of the highest rated shows, the host for two television shows The Net & Synergy and has been the MC for a few of 2003 big events. ]]> http://www.triniscene.com/articles/index.php?p=29&c=1 2004-01-14T08:21:33 casey (mailto:casey@triniscene.com) Carnival :: Articles Chutney is an up-tempo, rhythmic song, accompanied by the dholak, the harmonium and the dhantal. It is an offshoot of traditional Indian Folk music. The folk tradition gradually took form in the ancient temples and in the courts of princes. It developed into a sophisticated system of classical music, although ... ]]> http://www.triniscene.com/articles/index.php?p=28&c=1 2004-01-14T08:11:34 casey (mailto:casey@triniscene.com) Carnival :: News ISLAND PEOPLE HUNT FOR MAGIC COCKTAIL Event producers Island People is launching a nationwide search for a cocktail that will, from first sip, stimulate all five senses – not just taste and smell. The winning recipe will be put to its sternest test at Amnesia 2004, which takes place at Pier 1 ... ISLAND PEOPLE HUNT FOR MAGIC COCKTAIL

Event producers Island People is launching a nationwide search for a cocktail that will, from first sip, stimulate all five senses – not just taste and smell.
The winning recipe will be put to its sternest test at Amnesia 2004, which takes place at Pier 1 on Sunday 18th January from 3 pm to 11 pm. ]]> http://www.triniscene.com/articles/index.php?p=27&c=1 2003-12-12T17:24:41 casey (mailto:casey@triniscene.com) Carnival :: Articles There is a popular myth that rapso is a fusion of American rap music with soca, hence the name rapso. However, that’s not true. Rapso is a unique style of street poetry from Trinidad and Tobago that originated in the 1970s. Rapso was created to relate to everyday experiences of everyday ...
Rapso is a unique style of street poetry from Trinidad and Tobago that originated in the 1970s. Rapso was created to relate to everyday experiences of everyday people. The late Lancelot Layne is the man responsible for this genre. ]]> http://www.triniscene.com/articles/index.php?p=26&c=1 2003-12-03T09:06:21 casey (mailto:casey@triniscene.com) Carnival :: Articles Soca is a modern form of calypso with an up-tempo beat. There is a popular misconception that soca is a fusion of American soul music and traditional calypso. Hence the name “so-ca”, soul/calypso, however this is not true. Soca music originated as a fusion of calypso with Indian rhythms. ... ]]>