Machel Montano & DJ Power music video featured by VH1 and MTV

Recently MTV and VH1 added the "Fly So High" music video to their Music Video Selection. The remake of Machel's So High (A.O.A) 2011 Trinidad Carnival release features award winning Dj Power,  Soca superstar Machel Montano and Canadian rapper Kardinal Offishall.

Video: Machel Montano - Going For Gold

Machel Montano with the direction of Peter Lewis and production of Dori Productions release the visuals for Machel's Going For Gold song.

New Machel Montano Olympic / Independence song - "Going For Gold"

In a bid to "provide inspiration to T&T's Olympic athletes and their fans and a musical rallying cry for national unity, and to be an innovative opportunity to showcase Trinidad and Tobago's culture through music.", Machel releases the lead single from the Going For Gold compilation disc.

Machel to inspire TT Olympians and celebrate independence with compilation CD

The Government is collaborating with Machel Montano to produce a compilation CD celebrating this country's Golden Independence Anniversary.

Machel Montano, Kerwin Du Bois, Cham perform at Caribbean Beach Fest

The Caribbean was well represented in the first annual Caribbean Beach Fest last Sunday (July 8th) at Nikon at Jones Beach Theater in New York.

Soca magic in Florida for Orlando Carnival

Florida was jumping for the recent Orlando Carnival, traditionally held over the Memorial Day holiday weekend. As usual, the Island Boys outfit really hit the spot with its annual fete with some good Trini food and entertainment, and excellent ambience. 

Machel Montano - Bottle Of Rum (music video)

Check out the visuals to Machel's carnival 2012 hit "Bottle of Rum"

Machel, Movado, Kes, Rihanna, Kartel nominated for Soul Train Awards

This year’s Soul Train Awards will be one of the biggest yet, as it celebrates the 40th year of the Soul Train brand and will be hosted by comedian Cedric the Entertainer. While Chris Brown leads the pack being nominated for Best Male R&B/Soul Artist, Song of the Year, Album of the Year, Record of the Year, and Best Dance Performance, Rihanna has been nominated for 3 awards. Riri looks to be the favourite for the title of Best Caribbean Performance with "Man Down". The full list of nominees for the category:

“Man Down” - Rihanna
“Summer Time” - Vybz Kartel
“Wotless” - Kes The Band
“Bend Over” – Machel Montano
“Delilah” – Movado

The 2011 Soul Train Awards will take place on Thursday, November 17th at the Fox Theater in Atlanta, Georgia, and the show will air on both Centric and BET on Sunday, November 27 at 9PM EST.

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Behind the music ft. Machel, Destra, Bunji, Fay Ann, Kes, Dil E Nadan

Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of our soca artistes' music and success? Carnival TV gives us some insight in these exclusive interviews with Bunji Garlin, Fay Ann, Kes and Dil E Nadan, Machel Montano and Destra Garcia by, conducted leading up to the 2011 Trinidad Carnival season.

Nicki Minaj wants to work with Destra and Machel Montano

In the Sep/Oct issue of the Caribbean Beat magazine, an article written by Nigel Telesford highlights the journey of Onika Tanya Maraj (Nicki Minaj) from her birthplace of St. James, Trinidad & Tobago to the superstar that she is today.

Machel Montano, Destra, Benjai perform at Saute Trinbago 2011

With great performances from Rikki Jai, Destra, Benjai & Machel at last weekend's Saute Trinbago, have a look at the 3 latter performances.

Machel Montano endorses "3 Line" movie

Machel Montano says "Chop is de Word".
Screening for 3 Line is Monday 3rd October 4.30 pm at MovieTowne
Reactions to a special screening of 3 Line The Movie:



Check out the trailer below

Machel Montano prank call to KFC

Heard this clip some months ago and it has finally been uploaded to YouTube. Radio DJ Devon Matthews prank calls KFC, pretending to be Machel Montano. Check it out.

Machel Montano featured in BBC Live Lounge

Soca superstar Machel Montano was featured in last week’s edition of the BBC’s The Live Lounge, one of the most popular features on British radio which has previously featured the likes of Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, Jay Z and many of the biggest names in music. Machel’s repertoire included One More Time and a cover version of Bob Marley’s Waiting in Vain. The session took place at the world famous BBC Maida Vale Studios which has seen sessions recorded by music legends Frank Sinatra and Bob Marley, to name a few.

It was a landmark event for a soca artiste to do a Live Lounge session. It aired at 6 am local time just ahead of Machel’s appearance at the first three-day Caribbean festival to take place in London, The CALO Festival, which runs until tomorrow. Machel and Team HD will be performing at the event today, along with such acts as Luciano, Dil-e-Nadan, Skinny Fabulous, Rikki Jai and other Caribbean artistes.

TC and Machel Montano on the Charlie Sheen riddim

This riddim must be winning! Check out the Charlie Sheen riddim produced By Dwain "Dwaingerous" Antrobus.

Machel Montano : Doh Fraid


Super Jigga TC - Winning

Machel Montano to perform at White House for President Obama

US President Barack Obama has declared June 2011 as National Caribbean American Heritage Month. In the form of a Proclamation dated JUNE 2011, the Obama administration has recognized the integration of Caribbean nationals into the American society while still maintaining their cultural identity.

In an excerpt from the Proclamation, the Obama Administration states, “The fabric of our Nation has been woven together and enriched by the diversity of our people. Our legacy as a Nation of immigrants is part of what makes America strong, and during National Caribbean American Heritage Month, we celebrate the rich history and vibrant culture Caribbean Americans have brought to our shores.”
Undoubtedly, this declaration has given Caribbean nationals worldwide more reason to proudly celebrate their heritage especially since Montano will be the first soca artist to perform for the US President. As part of this celebration, King of Soca, Machel Montano, son of Trinidad and Tobago and renowned Caribbean Recording and Performing Artiste who is also well loved as an ambassador of Caribbean Culture in North America has been carded to perform at the White House on June 24th, 2011 from 11.00 am - 12.30 pm.
Click here to enjoy his latest single.

Update 29/6/11: Not certain if the performance ever occurred since there was no follow-up from any media sources or Machel Montano and his management. Additionally, there are no indications of the event or references to any performances on the official White House President's Schedule.

Source: OvertimeTT

Machel Montano - Gyal Wuk

Coming in time for Vincy Mas 2011 and Bim Crop Over, check out Machel's new song on the Whistle Riddim.
Produced By Kevin "Bubbles" Marshall and Darian Bailey @ Studio B

Machel and Swappi on the Doo Doots Riddim

Machel Montano, Swappi and Duce Man jump on the "Doo Doots Riddim" out of 1st Klase Productions.
Produced by Klase Gonzales. Listen & download the tracks below.

Machel Montano grabs 5 awards at IRAWMA

"Mr. HD" bundles-up his 5 awards
© 2011 Trinidad Express Newspapers

Soca heavyweight Machel Montano with his band HD and Jamaican sensation Shaggy walked away with the lion’s share of the awards at the Annual International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA) held at the National Academy for the Performing Arts (NAPA), Port-of-Spain, on Saturday evening.
Montano, who was among the show’s top winners for the last three consecutive years, copped five awards—Best Male Calypso/Soca Entertainer, Best Caribbean Entertainer, Best Outstanding Stage Personality, Most Outstanding Show Band and Best Soca Band.
Other awardees included:
• Destra—Best Female Entertainer (absent).
• Buffy—Best New Entertainer (absent).
• Kernel Roberts—Songwriter of the Year (absent).
• Freddy McGregor and Mighty Sparrow—Most consistent entertainer (absent).
• Rhianna—Most popular Hip Hop Artiste (absent).

Source: Guardian Media Ltd.
Check out photos from the event.

Beta One feat. Machel Montano - Reach On Out For Love [muzik video]

"Reach On Out For Love" is a positive, uplifting and inspiring song with a message that speaks of hope, trust and love. As one of the most well-known soca artists in the world, this project represents the first of Machel's ventures into the dance format as a solo vocalist; with remixes en route that will take this talented performer firmly into the house music genre and its various sub-formats. Canada's Beta One will surely help Machel Montano to reach on out to a whole new audience.