Check out the feature on Caribbean360.com and get to know Mr. TEMPO, Mr. Frederick Morton, and how we’re gearing up to take the last lap of our USVI giveaway!
Find out what you can win if you enter to win at http://www.gottempo.com! You and a guest can be lucky winners of a luxury trip, the paradise US territory islands . . . a home away from home!
TEMPO is giving you the chance of a lifetime to experience the enchanting paradise island territories of the United States, the US Virgin Islands. Our neighboring gem, which is just a hop and skip off the US coastlines, and a slight runaway from the realities of your every day living.
We’ve partnered with the New Jersey Star-Ledger to bring you a series of luxury prize trips to breathtaking scenic destinations in the Caribbean region. This is our ways of Thanking you for supporting TEMPO for another year, and helping us acheive another year of great success. We definitely have to share it with you!
Be sure to tune in to TEMPO (Cablevision Channel 1105!) and log on to GOTTEMPO.com for more information, and to see how you can Win A TEMPO Trip to the USVI!
If you weren’t tuned in October 27th 2011, you missed an ultimate Project Runway Finale extravaganza. The My Lifetime hit, Project Runway, brought in a viewing audience of 2.99 million nationally for its 9th season this year. Known for their unique pool of designers to its on-show competitive drama, Project Runway’s season granted former Miss Trinidad and Tobago Universe 2008, Anya Ayoung Chee, with the opportunity to showcase her eye for fashion and ability to design. The talented Anya Ayoung Chee took this season of Project Runway by storm with her welcoming personality and her beautiful Caribbean-influenced designs. Catching much criticism for her short-term sewing skills (a trade she picked up in the last 4 months prior to the show) to her “inability to design a jacket” (that of which fellow cast mates/competitors spoke frequently of), Anya was still able to walk away with the likes of fashion-forward fans and head judges Heidi Klum, Michael Kors, and Nina Garcia.
Making her way to the finals, Anya was given the opportunity to showcase her designs in this year’s NY Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week 2011, where she competed against 3 other contestants for $100,000 and the title of Project Runway Winner. Upon waiting for the Project Runway Season 9 Finale to make its debut, Anya made her way back home to Trinidad, and promoted plans of using her “Fan Favorite” earnings to setup a microfinance loan to assist young creative people in the Caribbean to start up their own businesses. “It’s an unsupported region of commerce, so I’m excited to start that right away,” speaks Anya.
When Tyra Banks created “America’s Next Top Model” in 2003, the show caused a stir in the fashion world and it seemed like almost every country wanted its own variation of this “fashion-themed” reality show. Eight years later, the show has been adapted in almost 120 different countries and has FINALLY reached the Caribbean. Casting for CNTM (Caribbean’s Next Top Model) began this summer and was open to 35 territories across the region.
(Pictured: Bahamian Model, Hughnique D. Rolle)
With all this buzz and excitement surrounding the show, TEMPO reached out to upcoming Bahamian Model Hughnique D. Rolle to get her take on CNTM. Ms. Rolle is also a track and field champion, currently holding the 15 hundred and 3 thousand meters national and junior national records for the Bahamas. She officially started her modeling career back in 2010 and has been in several shows in the Bahamas, modeling not only for Bahamian designers, but for international designers as well. This past summer she modeled designs for Flo Miller, a designer from Paris.
When asked how she felt about CNTM, Ms. Rolle said that “It looks pretty good, and I would definitely tune in. According to how it goes, I might even participate in the future.” She says that if there is a Bahamian representative on the show, she would not be biased and only support her, but instead “would support whoever I think looks the best and may be the best Caribbean model.” In terms of what she looks forward to most on the first cycle of CNTM, she expressed that she’s looking forward to the designers that will be on the show and believes that the show will be a good way to gain recognition as a model, and get yourself out there.
For more information on Caribbean’s Next Top Model, check out their website at http://www.cnexttopmodel.com/
As TEMPO continues to expand and extend its reach within the West Indian Diaspora, we have recognized the importance of supporting West Indian/Caribbean organizations on the College and University levels. 
Meet EXPOSE. A West Indian Dance team founded two years ago at Seton Hall University in New Jersey, by two proud West Indian students, Anisa Barton (Jamaica) and Dujuana Grell (Dominica/U.S. Virgin Islands). Since its birth, the team has performed for and shown support to fellow West Indian Organizations such as the West Indian Student Assosiation (WISA) at Rutgers Newark, West Indian Student Organization (WISO) at Rutgers New Brunswick, as well as for charity events for AGAPE, a non-profit adult Haitian Organization in South Orange, NJ. EXPOSE looks forward to a bright future and hopes to continue to spread the West Indian culture to the Seton Hall community in the form of dance.
Check out EXPOSE’s latest performance: EXPOSE Dance Team
From the 365 beaches (one for everyday of the year) to the captivating beauty and warmness of Antiguans – Antigua is Nice to say the least. The island nation of Antigua and Barbuda boasts all the wonderful amenities of a paradise nation: beautiful beaches, rich culture and a promising future. If you are interested in doing a little shopping or sightseeing, you have to visit the capital of St. John. There you will find local markets, fabulous boutiques and the wonderful Museum of Antigua & Barbuda. Another highlight of Antigua is cricket. Cricket is just not a game but a passion for locals and one of their heroes in the sport is Sir Vivian Richards who played and captained the West Indies Cricket team. Antiguans are proud of their homeland and their culture and Tempo Networks is proud to be an active promoter of all things Antiguan.
The carnival season is another highlight of Antiguan culture and TEMPO Water was there to assure that all revelers and participants were ready for the action by sponsoring the “Fit for Carnival Operation” with Party Monarch- Tian Winter and fitness guru Kevinia Francis. TEMPO Water was present throughout the entire carnival season- where we sponsored the Blue Jeans event, APUA Power Rumble and Wadadli Brewmasters Jouvert Troupe. TEMPO is also very active in promoting the public health of Antiguans. We were the official sponsor of the Lions Club of Antigua free Prostate Cancer Screening, which took place on August 13th. The event was a great success with over 500 met getting screened.
Antigua has opened its arms and heart to TEMPO Networks and TEMPO is committed to its growth and relationships with the island. TEMPO wants to give big-ups to some of the notable advocates of TEMPO Networks and TEMPO Water, Mr. Bruce “Dymond” Barthly of Vybz FM 92.9 Tempo sees you and thanks you for the support as well as the countless of retailers that has Tempo Water on their shelves. From the big outlets like Kennedy’s Club to the “mom & pops” like Silver Lining. TEMPO and Antigua has a beautiful future together. Remember, you can watch TEMPO on Karib Cable Channel 69 and Communications Network Channel 172. Believe TEMPO when we say “Antigua Nice”.
The 2011 West Indian Day Parade was as amazing as promised! The streets were alive with the vibrant colors of all the different costumes; the parkway moved with the spirit of all the masqueraders who jumped and whined to the rhythms of all the soca/dancehall/reggae tunes that were being played from the large speakers behind each truck. The sidewalks were filled will enthusiastic onlookers who were more than proud to wave their country’s flags, and many of whom were so captivated by the music that they could not help but get into the streets and dance along with the masqueraders. The smell of barbeque chicken and other West Indian delicacies filled the air. At every turn, one was surrounded by West Indian culture.
This was my third year attending the parade, and my first year (and first time ever) being a masquerader. I must say, it was more fun being a part of the parade than being a spectator. I couldn’t help but feel a sense of pride by being surrounded with individuals who not only understood the West Indian culture, but also were just as proud to showcase and enjoy a major part of what makes us who we are as West Indians. Our culture, Our music, Our dances, Our food, Our happiness. At Monday’s parade, one couldn’t help but realize that we truly are ONE CARIBBEAN, ONE FAMILY.
Three events you don’t want to miss this labor day!!!
We hope to see you there!!!
Kevo Star is a fresh, new artist on the rise bringing what he calls “World Music” to the entertainment industry. Kevo, born in the United States to Haitian parents, grew up watching his uncle, a member of a famous Haitian band, perform and create great music. Being exposed to this as a child sparked his own interest in music and performing. Originally on the path to becoming a lawyer, Kevo gave all of that up to pursue his true calling of being a performer. He began his career as a back-up dancer for noted artists such as Elephant Man, Sasha and Ivy Queen at On the Reggae Tip, which is an annual Reggae concert held in New York City. From there he decided to move onto bigger things and pursue his dream of becoming a solo recording artist.
When asked how he would classify his music, Kevo responded, “My music is World Music.” His desire is to create music that people from all walks of life can enjoy and dance to. After beginning his career as a hip-hop artist, Kevo realized that he didn’t want to be restricted to any particular genre of music. He didn’t want his creativity to be limited in any way which is how he came up with the concept of “World Music.” He hopes that he will be able to bring passion and pure dance vibes back to the music industry uniting people all over the world.
Coming from Caribbean parentage, Kevo voiced his appreciation for TEMPO Networks and their vision of creating a pan-Caribbean community. He believes that it is as a great way for Caribbean people to share their cultures not only with each other, but with people around the world.
So what can the world expect from this budding star…? Great things of course!! Kevo has a lot in store for you and he is ready for the world to see the hard work and dedication that he has put into his music. Currently Kevo has three hot tracks “Fly Away, “She Wanna” and “Confused” which can all be heard on his website www.kevostar.com. He is also in the process of filming his first music video for the song “She Wanna” coming soon to TEMPO. Also in the making is Kevo’s fashion and lifestyle magazine which you will be able to check out very soon at www.lacire.com. This magazine is geared towards presenting a classy, sensual, feminine image of women today and is filled with the latest fashions and hottest trends. In the mean time, you can learn more about Kevo Star and all that he has in store by visiting his Facebook fanpage or looking him up on MySpace. Hope you’re ready for him World!!!
Laza Morgan, son of the reggae legend Denroy Morgan, is bringing a unique flavor to the music industry with his original fusion of roots reggae, rap and R&B. American born Laza grew up around music and as a child, watched his father groom and train his siblings into the internationally known reggae band Morgan Heritage. Laza describes this experience as being a blessing and a huge influence on the person and musician that he has become today. As a youth there was no doubt in his mind that his life would be dedicated to the creation of great music and his dreams have definitely become a reality.
Laza is currently signed to Atlantic/Elektra records where he has been working with the acclaimed Julian Bunetta and the Family Affairs Productions team. Julian Bunetta has worked with stars like Brittney Spears, Flo rida and Hillary Duff , thus this combination has allowed Laza to mix mainstream pop music with the foundational reggae and rap music that he grew up on creating a completely new sound that cuts across musical genres.
Laza is most known for his debut single with Atlantic/Elektra “This Girl” which was featured in the movie Step Up 3D, but his recent release “One by One” ft Movado is a great love song that is taking Jamaica by storm. More recently, Laza has dropped a youtube video for the song “Ballerina”off of his new mixtape which can be viewed on his youtube channel Laza TV. You can also look for the full mixtape on soundcloud.com or check out his Facebook Fan page.
In the near future there is a great deal to look out for from Laza Morgan. He will be appearing on the Sumfest stage this year in Jamaica on Saturday July 23rd and his EP, a compilation of 5 brand new songs, is coming soon. You don’t want to miss out on what Laza has in store so make sure you follow him on twitter @Laza007 and like his Facebook Fan Page . And if you still can’t get enough of Laza, you can also log onto the Official Laza Morgan website for additional info, pics and much more!!
