Soca artiste goes on hunger strike over Vybz Kartel’s promised Carnival performance.
Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago – The 2025 National Carnival has been launched, offering a glimpse of what’s to come. However, growing concerns have emerged about the increasing influence of Jamaican Dancehall music on the celebration.
It was recently announced that Vybz Kartel, who was released from prison, is scheduled to perform in Trinidad on Fantastic Friday. This news has prompted a strong reaction from soca artist “Yankey Boy” (formerly Kevon Heath), who voiced his disapproval of Kartel’s scheduled performance on the significant day via an Instagram post. This debate highlights a key cultural discussion on the unique identity of Trinidad and Tobago’s Carnival.
