Steelpan Music News - History and Culture

Khudjah RootsRas Marcelle (Keith Jr.) October 18th When Steel Talks extends Birthday Greetings to panist Khudjah RootsRas Marcelle See profile Related content : Keith Marcelle with Sesame Flyers Keith Marcelle Jr. as a young panist with Sesame Flyers Steel Orchestra Keith Marcelle, Jr. as drummer with Despers USA Steel Orchestra

October 20th When Steel Talks extends Birthday Greetings to panist Khyah Judah New York, USA - “Music has always been a major part of my life and I see playing Steelpan as a way of getting deeper into that form of self-expression.... I feel like when I’m behind a Pan, nothing matters but me and the music.” --  Khyah Judah She is multi-talented, reflective and experienced... In an exclusive interview with When Steel Talks - panist, musician, dancer, performing artist Khyah Judah shares her experiences and views on Pan, and the steelpan art form.   See profile Related content : Meet Khyah Judah - Brooklyn, New York Khyah Judah. with CrossFire S...

Diane Redz October 18th When Steel Talks extends Birthday Greetings to panist Diane Redz Related content : Diane Redz - Sonatas Steel Orchestra

Stefon West October 18th When Steel Talks extends Birthday Greetings to panist Stefon West Stefon West a Trinidadian national, who grew up in the village of Couva, began his musical journey and professional development by becoming a member of the Couva Joylanders Steel Orchestra. His passion for music began his drive towards growth and development using the National Instrument of Trinidad and Tobago as a medium. This self-motivation further lead him to strategically place himself for positions such as section leader, chief skills officer, and music committee member within the Couva Joylanders Steel Orchestra in which he was successful. Mr. West went on to pursue his grades in music literacy and was able to achieve a merit grade on completion of the Trinity Guildhall Music Literacy Exam. This achievement worked as a stepping stone...

  Invaders/Ambassadors (321) "Nah Leaving" by Christof Grant Arranged by Wayne "Birdie" Kirton 1:23:26 Undoubtedly the finest moment in New York steel orchestra panorama history. New York steelpan community took their destiny into their own hands and momentarily discarded the shackles of WIADCA. Practicing a serious case of "FUBU" - (For Us By Us) as every aspect this Panorama was executed by the NY Pan community. The New York Times gives figure of 20,000 people present at this event. In spite of untold obstacles the New York Pan community came together in a manner that has never been seen since and pulled off demonstrating what could be. Pantonic (455) "Stranger" by Winston "Shadow" Bailey Arranged by Clive Bradley 54:13 Sonatas (425) "Rain Melody" by Barnett "Preacher" Henry Arranged by Earl Brooks 46:07 Adlib (399) "Rain Melody" by Barnett "Preacher" Henry Arranged by Rubin Nelson 36...

Dawad Philip former editor in chief of The Daily Challenge October 18th “Why do we have to take medicine for someone else’s fever?” asked an irate Dawad W. Philip, a steelband advocate. “If people at the Puerto Rican Day Parade got out of hand, why clamp down on us? - Dawad Philip Related content: The Jammer for Bradley

Instruments & Performance The Rockerfellas*  -  Music For The Young  ‎ (LP, Album) Tropico TSI-2010 1968 Image Title Label Catalog Number Year In Your Collection, Wantlist, or Inventory Actions Elmer Hawkes  -  The Incredible Newsboy Slayings  ‎ (LP, Album) Black Bear Records (3) NR6853 1976 Image Title Label Catalog Number Year In Your Collection, Wantlist, or Inventory Actions James Lloyd  -  A Taste Of James Lloyd  ‎ (LP, Album) Freedom (8) 007 JL 1977 Image Title Label Catalog Number Year In Your Collection, Wantlist, or Inventory Actions Melody*  -  Pan Rhapsody   2 versions Romey's Records 1980 Image Title Label Catalog Number Year In Your Collection, Wantlist, or Inventory Actions King Swallow*  -  Subway Jam, Pace Yourself   2 versions Charlie's Records ,  Charlie's Records 1981 Image Title Label Catalog Number Year In Your Collection, Wantlist, or Inventory Actions Sparrow*  -  Sweeter...