13 in New Song competition in NY
Level Vibes Promotion will this Saturday launch Vincy Mas 2013 in New York, with its annual New Song competition.{{more}}
Held with the objective of promoting early preparation for Vincy Mas, the event will see 13 artistes take to the stage with their new songs for 2013.
Two newcomers David âChan I aka Yellowâ Morgan and Darren âBriskieâ Henry will join other seasoned artistes like defending Champion Paul âI-Maddâ Scrubb, former winners Frankie âWise Guyâ Thomas, Tyrone âFabulous Tâ Pierre, and two-time champion Francis âStrikerâ Browne.
John âThe Truthâ Dougan, Owen âVibes SVGâ Joyette, Philmore âPhilly Dillyâ John, Dennis âHoney Boyâ Jackson, Melvin âBobb MCâ Bobb, Novie âKappaâ Da Costa and Kenroy âJackieâ Jack, complete the cast of thirteen.
Artistes are vying for the Soca Devil Trophy with the three top positions receiving cash prizes.
The competition, which began in 2007, is seen by Ainsley Primus, one of the organizers, as serving its purpose.
âThe show is doing what it set out to doâ¦. We are seeing a higher standard and the quality is quite good⦠Before we were getting the material late, but now the artistes are presenting their material much earlier,â Primus said.
Tomorrowâs show will be staged at Bamboo Garden 9505 Ave L, corner of East 95th. Show time is 11p.m., and Primus said he expects a âgood turnout.â
Held simultaneously with the blast off of Vincy Mas in St Vincent and the Grenadines, the show will also have two featured artistes: Winston Soso and Lively â the inaugural New Song winner. Music will be provided by DJs Lagga, EZ sounds and Supa Eyes.
Patrons can also win season passes to Vincy Mas shows at Victoria Park, compliments the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sports and Carnival Development Corporation.(RT)