August 16th 2023.
The Caribbean Music Awards are coming to New York City! On August 31, 2023, the inaugural awards show will take place at the historic Kings Theatre in Brooklyn, with none other than Grammy-winning Fugees member Wyclef Jean hosting.
During his appearance on "Today With Hoda and Jenna" in July 2023, Jean was already getting the hype going. "It's a special celebration of Caribbean music," he said. "We're celebrating music that continues to connect the world through music, fashion, and a whole different level of energy. Get ready to dance, laugh, wave ya flags, and make memories! Let's come together, under one roof, and show the world the legacy of Caribbean music and culture."
The Caribbean Music Awards are produced and presented by Caribbean Elite Group, which oversees Caribbean Elite Magazine. According to Billboard, there are 26 categories across multiple genres of Caribbean music, such as reggae, dancehall, soca, kompa, and zouk.
This year, the show will honor Reggae recording artist Beres Hammond with an Elite Icon Award. Trinidadian soca singer, record producer, and songwriter Machel Montano will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award. Montano held the top position in Billboard's Reggae Albums in 2019 with his album G.O.A.T.
When it comes to nominations, Trinidadian soca group Kes earned the most with five, followed by Masicka, Ding Dong, Montano, and Shenseea with four each. Spice, Skeng, Dexta Daps, DJ Cheem, Kabaka Pyramid, Protoje, and Nailah Blackman are right behind them with three nominations each.
In addition to the nominees, some of the biggest names in Caribbean music will perform at the awards show. Alison Hinds, Jada Kingdom, Dexta Daps, Kranium, Lila Ike, Nailah Blackman, Ding Dong, and Rupee will all be taking the stage. Presenters expected to appear include Spice, Baby Cham, and Toni-Ann Singh.
Get ready to celebrate the best of Caribbean music, fashion, and energy at the Caribbean Music Awards in August 2023!
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