Yes people, Yuma is here! I can only IMAGINE what awaits us on August 1st! Woohoo!
A guide and information resource for the Barbados Carnival, Crop Over
Friday, 27 July 2012
Crop Over Music 2012
So it's finally here...the music post. Before you reach the island, you MUST learn how to dabble, brace, bubble and go down to the ground! Recognise this man!
Take your sinus medication and pat the cat...
If you want mixes, here's a few -
DJ Jamma has groovy AND a bashment mix!
http://soundcloud.com/jamma-dbc/dj-jamma-soca-groovy-bim-2k12
http://soundcloud.com/jamma-dbc/dj-jamma-soca-groovy-bim-2k12
DJ Warlock from overseas has one, see here:
DJ Puffy has a mix for Collision the jouvert band but, too many Trini tracks feature in my opinion to be a real Crop Over mix!
Stay tuned to bajantube.com and bajanscene.com for music. Also Slam 101.1 FM - listen online until you reach.
Welcome to Crop Over!
Bathsheba Experience 2012
So plenty of people have been asking, is Bathsheba on this year? I can say...yes, yes it is! One person behind it has left since they were not happy with the direction it was taking, but this year's event is on, just by invite only (check TrpleF Services for invites) and not all-inclusive. Hmm...let's hope this is a good change!
Bathsheba takes place the same venue, approximate same time, and is food-inclusive with a pay for drinks system. Let's see what happens!
Yuma Imagine Sneak Peek
Yuma has been quiet all this time, no facebook page, not a hint, not a whisper...until now! I can exclusively reveal their (tiny) sneak peek/teaser this morning!
I can barely distinguish but got -monokini plunge, green, brown, blue, and SEXY!!!
Shades of this year:
Yuma launches Wednesday 1st August at the QRC, free drinks and tickets available from committtee.
Check back with us and at www.yumavibe.com after launch to see all the sexay costumes!
Bajan Cherry over and out!!
Tuesday, 24 July 2012
Crop Over Event Spotlight: Roast Cruise
A favourite Crop Over Friday event with those in the know, Roast Cruise
has been responsible for many scores of attendees being useless to
themselves for at least 24 hours after for some time now. See their
mention on our calendar. We got the Roast guys to answer our 7 Questions:
1. Tell
us the concept behind the Cruise – how did it start?
Originally we had started a Facebook Group asking
people to upload pictures of their friends in their most drunk moment, and
pretty soon over 500 people had joined the group. Eventually, we began
receiving requests to do an event and after checking the crop over calendar, we
found that there was a void on the Friday afternoon of the weekend before
Kadooment. So began the Roast Cruise.
2. For
the non-Bajans and newcomers, what does ‘Roast’ actually mean?
Roast is most commonly associated with a state of
drunkeness, but for us its more of a state you are left in after extreme partying
which not only includes lots of drinks and shots, but quality
entertainment at a great price. Many of our satisfied patrons are unable to
attend other events being held on the same day after ours.
3. Describe
the average Roast attendee - what are they like?
Beautiful people and who love to party usually
between the ages 20 to 45
4. What
does Roast Cruise bring to Crop Over that was not present before?
History shows that people coming in to Barbados
for Crop Over usually came in on a Friday to enjoy the "last lap" of
activities. But events like Roast Cruise have been able to provide people who
are serious about partying, with an opportunity to come to the island earlier
in the week and enjoy another quality event at a time when people would rather
be partying than being well you know... at work.
5. You’ve
partnered in the pasts with Bash Brothaz (who hold the popular Crop Over event
Frazzled) in a bus ride – how did that go?
Broasted - The Bus Ride was a success.Two buses,
almost 100 ppl, free punch and entertainment. Although there were some issues
with the power for our onboard DJs, we were able to provide an atmosphere where
people knew this is a time to party and just have a blast doing it. The
feedback given ws generally that it was great.
6. There
are a lot of cruises out there for the season, what makes yours stand out?
Our cruise is what we would call Premium
All-inclusive with partying from start to finish. There's no waiting for a vibe
to build, we are ready to go even before you say so. And we also give people
the opportunity to party hard when they know they don't want to be at work.
After all it is Crop Over - The Sweetest Summer Festival
7. And
finally, if you had to sum up the Roast experience in three words, what would
they be?
Rip Right Up
Rip Right Up
Tickets are sold out and have been for some time of course. However, this year the Crop Over Chronicles can exclusively reveal that they have been planning an after-party! This will be separate to the cruise, so those of you who have not been fortunate enough to attend can still experience the Roast vibes.
Also new this year too are the Roast buckets-now these look pretty swanky!
I refused to attend last year due to the fear I would fall overboard and/or be useless to myself for the rest of the weekend, but I will be taking the Roast plunge this year. Wish me luck!
Thursday, 12 July 2012
Harbour Master cruising in Trinidad
This past weekend saw not one, not two, but three cruises on the new (to Trinidad) boat the Harbour Master. Well known to Crop Over and Barbados visitors, this ship was one of the favourite party boats in the island.
Space to party, a solid bar, and lovely roof deck made Bajans sad to see it go to Trinidad this year. Patrons enjoyed the boat, but it did seem almost TOO spacious, with neither of the two events taking on the maximum number that could be held.
Space to party, a solid bar, and lovely roof deck made Bajans sad to see it go to Trinidad this year. Patrons enjoyed the boat, but it did seem almost TOO spacious, with neither of the two events taking on the maximum number that could be held.
The inaugural cruise was held by Wow Events, with Scorch Summer Cruise following on Saturday, and Blue Jeans on Sunday. Check out some pics below!
Photos from thescorch.com and puretrinbago.com.
Friday, 6 July 2012
Crop Over events weekend of 6 - 8 July
What's on this weekend:
Baje and Boomtribe collaborate Saturday to bring you ‘Kampai’ at the Waterside Restaurant in St. Lawrence Gap. The Asian theme is
interesting, continuing on from Soca
Sushi at Cassareep Café. They promise food ‘in keeping with the theme’ on
sale. Boomtribe usually throws a good bram, may be one to check out. You can see the new Baje girls for this year there:
Not looking bad at all, Baje!
Brewster's Road continues tonight with 'Freaky Deaky' Ladies Night, $20 for the ladies and $25 for guys. Keep attending for your chance to win that car! 2 for 1 drinks till midnight here. #tgibrc once again!
Update: Exotica has a FREE lime Saturday, at Pelican Village. Rolli's Bar and Grill will be the venue, starting late afternoon. I hear there will be giveaways and of course Exotica tickets on sale.
And of course the event on Saturday that all the soca junkies will be attending, Outrageous in Red. Artists include: Edwin Yearwood and Krosfyah, Mikey, Blood and the Soca Kartel, Lil Rick and my fav - Dutty Android! From Trinidad Destra Garcia and Band, Shal Marshall, Bunji, Fay-ann & the Asylum Band among others. LOT of Trini artists headlining here. Tickets are still available, check the flyer for box offices.
Coming next week:
11 July Wadadah Bar Lime
13 July Frisky Fridays 'Black Friday'
Junior Calypso Monarch Semis
14 July Chelsea Boyzz Jouvert Cruise 'Puff of Colour'
Pan in The City
15 July Pan Pun the Sand
Wednesday, 4 July 2012
New Crop Over Sunday Events 2012
As I said in my last calendar post here, there is a vast variety of events to choose from this year. Here I give you my pick so far for Crop Over Sunday. If the Mayans are right this could be our last Crop Over, let's go out with a bang!
Exotica
3 -10pm
Now this event sounds very much my style. The people behind it called Platinum Experience Entertainment are known for their invite-only all-white events held in Barbados over the past few years, including last year's "Splendorous". I have heard have rave reviews about these past fetes. These people certainly look pleased:
Here are some of the offerings at their last event at Limegrove Rooftop:
They've promised every variety of drink you can think of, no rum punch and beers here people - if you drink Hennessy, there will be Pure White on offer, if you drink JW expect the Blue (or the Gold, I can never figure which is which), class from start to finish! Food will be prepared by chefs flown in with show cooking right before you. What caught my interest was the cigar and champagne lounge...sounds like an exquisite combo. This is definitely an event to add to our calendar, especially now Booze Cruise has revealed their plans for 2012.
Exotica will be held in a private estate in St. John (it's really St. George, so don't get TOO scared). Early bird tickets are $100 US, and $125 thereafter.
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Scorch Breakfast Party
4 -10 am
Scorch has thrown a massively popular Jolly Roger cruise, details on our calendar. This drinks and breakfast inclusive is a new addition that may be worth checking out. As it is new, Bajans may be a bit hesitant but the Trini influx that are Scorch devotees may make up for that.
The location will be Bellevue Plantation House where Baje held their house party last year. Hmm, does Scorch know about the noise complaints that brought an abrupt end to that particular bram? Having been to Scorch's Carnival fete I can say they can transform an outdoor location marvellously, and Bellevue is already quite a beautiful spot.
Scorch says come dressed 'to get wet' and if you know anything, you'll know that water added to one of their parties means looseness x trillion = vibes!
Of course, this is just about sold out. If you know one of the cool people then you're on the inside. Combo tickets with both cruise and breakfast party went first, but I hear tell that some breakfast party ones may still be available.
We will be in attendance to let you know how it went!
Follow us on twitter now @CropChronicles to keep in the loop, or join our facebook group. Next up, new events on Crop Over Thursday!
Tickets to Crop Over events can be booked through TrpleF Crop Over and Carnival Services. Like them on Facebook or follow on Twitter @TrpleF
Booze Cruise Changes for Crop Over 2012
Booze Cruise, the immensely popular Crop Over Sunday cruise, has made some changes due to the re-location of the Harbour Master Boat from Barbados to Trinidad (look out for us this weekend on its inaugural voyage in T&T!)
The main boat for the cruise during it's existence was supplemented last year by the Jolly Roger and a small catamaran containing a tour group from Trinidad, but still with the moniker 'Booze Cruise.' See our previous post for the mysterious message regarding changes that Booze Cruisers were sent earlier this year.
Now that this boat is gone, we have confirmation that the 'Cruise' will not in fact be sailing as such.
Instead the Jolly Roger will be docked at the Boatyard, where the pre-party and after-party usually takes place.
The party will stretch from boat, to beach, to the yard. There is some talk out there that the boat itself will be akin to 'VIP'. Well...we'll see how THAT goes!
The all inclusive element has not changed, breakfast and lunch and premium drinks are still included. Several artists usually pass through and bless the place with live performances on the Boatyard stage.
Unfortunately, we will be giving Booze a miss this year. The new all inclusive Exotica is a great alternative to Booze and we will be checking that out. One of the best parts of Barbados' Crop Over is the cruising, and it will be a shame to miss it.
Follow us on twitter now @CropChronicles to keep in the loop, or join our facebook group here
Thursday, 28 June 2012
Crop Over 2012 events weekend 29 June - 1 July
What's on this weekend:
Brewsters Road this
Friday 29th June "Torch" featuring Mr. Crop Over Lil Rick, Edwin Yearwood and Mr. 'Pat The Cat' Pong. Don't forget your entry forms to have a chance at winning that Kia Rio at
the end of the season. Entry fee is $20 and double entry forms
before if you enter before 12. $25 with 1 entry form if you
enter after 12. All shots are also 2 4 1 till midnight. #tgiBRC!
Soca Therapy the boatride on the Jolly Roger $125 BDS premium drinks inclusive with live performers and a dockside cocktail party from 8pm.
On Saturday June 30th the foreday
band Mojito Jouvert throws a party called Midnight Madness at Roof Top BTI Highrise Car Park
(Bridgetown) Price: 2 For $24 all Night, with Dewars Whiskey & Patron
Tequila On Special.
Power x Four fetes start Saturday 30th June with "Carnival Suvivors" Drinks free, Band members FREE, Ladies $15BDS and Guys $30BDS. Now this making reallll sense. Buy a costume and get into drinks free fetes all season? Yes please!!
Pork Lime also as usual this Friday, due to noise complaints from residents, they now finish at 12am. Feel free to send us your suggestions on a new venue for them!
Upcoming events next week:
4 July Wadadah Cruise
7 July Outrageous in Red
and
Kampai (Baje & Boomtribe)
Kampai (Baje & Boomtribe)
Monday, 25 June 2012
Crop Over 2012 Update 1
So what's new in the Crop Over world this week? We heard last night's Soca Sushi by Baje had some good reviews. The location, Cassareep Cafe held an occasional (non-Crop Over) event called Sushi Samba and featured house music on their rooftop/beachside cafe. The place USED to be a well kept West Coast secret. Guess the cat's out of the bag now!
Collision Entertainment launched their band 'The Elements'
Registration details can be found on their website, this band is highly recommended by us: http://www.collisionentertainment.com/
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Contact Band finally launched (sigh! been waiting for this for so long) and has already sold out a few sections, with no frontlines left. I can see why as the costumes look hawt!
Island Mas has some things in store, more variety in the food, drink, and entertainment for their breakfast party this year. And it's Hawaiian themed, now that sounds interesting.
Sweet Soca finalists have been announced by the NCF (the Bajan equivalent to the Party Monarch etc.) with Edwin Yearwood as a late addition due to what they are calling technical difficulties. Eh heh. The usual entrants are all there. Not any new artists to shout about as such.
| Given Name | Stage Name | Song |
| Basil Yarde | Basil | Bounce Around |
| Carlton Cordle | Biggie Irie | Mas |
| Anderson Armstrong | Blood | Dah Fuh Lick Yuh |
| Anderson Armstrong & Damian Etienne | Blood & Hypasounds | Any & Everything |
| Brett Linton | Brett | When De Road Call |
| Damian Etienne | Hypasounds | Wuk It Up Bad |
| Janelle Waithe | Katalyst | Choir |
| Keann Walters | Keann Walters | Too Soon |
| Keisha Christian | Keisha Christian | Crowded |
| Khiomal Nurse | Khiomal | I Remember |
| Ricky Reid | Lil Rick | I Like Muhself |
| Lawrence Gittens | Lorenzo | I Come To Party |
| Michael Mercer | Mikey | We Loose |
| Dale Rudder | Mr. Dale | Galore |
| Lenette Coward-Thompson | TC | Whole Day |
| Rene Reid | Unda Dawg | Ah Love Dat |
| Edwin Yearwood | Edwin Yearwood | Pushing It |
| Antonia Hart | Malika | Doan Hold Back |
Best site to find your Crop Over music: http://www.bajanscene.com/
Here are some events to look out for in the coming weeks:
4 July Wadadah Cruise
7 July Baje Kampai (in association with Boomtribe)
7 July Baje Kampai (in association with Boomtribe)
22 July Soca on the Hill
31 July Soca Titans
Stay tuned to The Crop Over Chronicles for details!
Friday, 15 June 2012
Update: Sunset Crop Over Thursday
SUV Boyz Entertainment has just shared with us their new plans for 2012. I love the idea of two sections, having the general section at $25 US for an event of this calibre is a steal of a deal. This is shaping up to be a can't miss event, and we will most definitely be attending. Updates to follow from their upcoming press conference.
Greetings
SUV Members,
First let us say Happy Crop Over in advance,
and have an
enjoyable and fun season.
As our loyal members, we are giving you the
information
before the general public so you know before
everyone
else!
We are pleased to announce our 4th version of
SUNSET, the
Premium Crop Over Event.
This year we have made some changes to the
event to maintain an ever evolving fresh spin to the
event.
The date has been changed to the Thursday
before Kadooment Day, which is August 2nd, to allow our
regional and international friends to be part of the event.
The venue has also changed to the luxurious
Hilton Hotel in The Old Fort. It will be held form 3pm till
11pm.
At the Hilton we can truly enjoy the SUNSET in
a premium setting.
Based on the economic climate, we have two
prices, $50.00 BDS for the regular section where you have the
option to purchase your drinks and food, or $150.00 BDS for
the VIP All-inclusive section.
As usual only premium drinks will be available
for both areas, and a selection of dishes from the
Hilton kitchen will be also available.
Live Entertainment will be provided by Philip
7 & Masala, Lil Rick and a surprise act.
Djs include Pete Rock, Bubbles & Stan, and
DJ Salt.
Please note that there are limited numbers for
both areas, so book early to avoid disappointment
SUV BOYZ ENTERTAINMENT
For all your Crop Over ticket bookings contact TrpleF Services
Email : trplefservices@gmail.com
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