Popcaan pleases crowd @ Mardi Gras Fest 2015

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Mr Steve E. Parillon and others pose with Popcaan and his management team at Myett’s, Cane Garden Bay on Saturday, May 23, 2015. Photo: Provided

Organisers of the Mardi Gras Fest held over the past weekend found out there was indeed a need for an activity to fill the gap of the now defunct BVI Music Fest, an event locals and tourists once looked forward to. Photo: Provided

Popcaan delivered as Mardi Gras Fest cannoned at Myett’s, Cane Garden Bay on Saturday, May 23, 2015. Photo: Provided

It was a sold out crowd at Mardi Gras Fest on Saturday, May 23, 2015. Photo: Provided

CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI – The idea of having a Mardi Gras Fest as a substitute for the now defunct annual Music Fest in Cane Garden Bay seemed a brilliant one as many persons turned up for the inaugural event that was headlined with the performance of Jamaican dancehall sensation Popcaan, who was a hit with the crowd.

The opening act at Myett’s done by Jon Gazi, an award winning musician from neighboring USVI who set the pace for those who followed; Ah Milli Soundz, OMG, NJAR, Popcaan, and the closing act, which saw the local band ‘VIBE’ putting a high velocity cap to the long night of entertainment.

Speaking with this news site, Public Relations Officer for the event Ms Jehree Clarke said, “It was well attended and the crowds were psyched to be able to dance in the soft sand of the beach. The theme was Mardi Gras with colorful beads and masks and glow necklaces. What a party! The lineup was made up of some of the BVI’s top musicians and our special Jamaican guest star.”

She related that Popcaan’s performance included songs from his debut album, ‘Where We Come from’, including ‘Everything Nice’ which has been a big hit throughout the Caribbean and the world. “The crowds went wild when he sang out ’Only Man She Want’, one of his earlier hits,” she added.

The organisers were pleased with how good the event turned out. “The ambiance and weather was perfect, the bars were well stocked and the food from Myett’s was great. The locals and visitors alike had a really nice time.

“Popcaan and his band loved the BVI hospitality and wish to return for another performance”.

According to Clarke, plans for the next big summer beach fest are currently in the works and artists and ticket sales will soon be announced.

Ms Clarke, who is also a key player in Promoters Five Star Productions, took the opportunity to thank all the supporters and sponsors. These included Caribbean Cellars, DonQ Rum, Patron Tequila, Carib Beer, Virgin Islands News Online, British Virgin Islands Tourist Board, Island Style Car Rental, CBN Channel 51 and Myett’s.

9 Responses to “Popcaan pleases crowd @ Mardi Gras Fest 2015”

bad minded (27/05/2015, 15:56) Like (12) Dislike (26) Reply
When the vip gets in we will give back frank his music fet
- Is That Right? (27/05/2015, 17:00) Like (21) Dislike (4) Reply
  You jokers were who took it from Frank and team in the first place? You recall, or do you have amnesia all of a sudden. Well there are those of us who dont forget!
  - Amnesia (27/05/2015, 19:36) Like (5) Dislike (1) Reply
    The same Frank who ran up a $700k bill for the National Parks Trust fundraiser ???
    
    He's the right man for the job if you're a fool with money to burn.
    - ting to talk (27/05/2015, 22:35) Like (8) Dislike (2) Reply
      The BVI Music Fest was the best thing that ever happen to the BVI. Frank and his team did an excellent job and the whole island made money. Want all get none, he gave the BVI an excellent event, y'all grab it and now what you have 800 kids on a beach in front of one business??? Talk Dat Amnesia, what the hell have you ever done that impacted the entire country??? The entire country???
jokers (27/05/2015, 19:11) Like (0) Dislike (2) Reply

IF THAT ONE M***H WALKING LIKE SO MUCH SWAG ON THE SIDE AND HE EVEN DONT HAVE POWER YET WHEN HE GET POWER THEN WE WOULD ONLY SEE HIS BACK
Bring him back (27/05/2015, 21:02) Like (9) Dislike (2) Reply
Bring back popcaan or alkaline!!
Night love (27/05/2015, 21:15) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
Cheers to a great show...lookin forward to the next.
jokers (28/05/2015, 09:12) Like (0) Dislike (1) Reply
SET OF FAKES BRING THE ARTIST TO JOST WHERES AT BOAT RIDE AND FREEUP
well sa (29/05/2015, 11:58) Like (1) Dislike (2) Reply
Who they trying to fool. Well sa only who was there will know and I was and it was not all that.

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