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Award-winning Haitian fashion designer Phelicia Dell / @phelidell to introduce two special handbag designs created in collaboration with Richie / @richie_klass_official, as part of an initiative aimed at supporting a social project for children in Haiti. The limited designs reflect Phelicia Dell’s continued commitment to using fashion as a platform for impact. Developed through a creative partnership with Richie, the bags were conceived not only as statement pieces but also […]

Valbrun Steeve Khé, former singer of Djakout #1 and Ekip, was rushed to the hospital last night, March 14, 2026, around 9:00PM. Suffering from hypertension, some complications occurred during the night, forcing his relatives to quickly take him to a hospital in the capital, where he has been living since leaving Ekip. According to his relatives, whom we were able to reach by phone, the performer of “Libre d’aimer” is still […]

The iconic drummer of Djakout #1, Rolls Laine, better known as Roro, is currently unable to perform with the band due to the travel ban imposed by the Trump administration since June 9, 2025. Since this measure took effect, U.S. authorities have stopped issuing and renewing visas for Haitian citizens, including work visas, preventing many Haitian artists and musicians from performing in the United States. Although Djakout #1 is historically […]

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of the legendary, Joseph Dieudonné Larose whose extraordinary talent and influence shaped generations of music lovers. After a courageous and private battle with illness, he passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones. His legacy lives on through an unparalleled body of work that will continue to inspire artists and audiences for years to come.

In a letter addressed to their fans and the press, Ekip just announced that D-Perfect will be on leave of absence from the band. This is a major blow considering that Steeve-K, Ekip's lead singer, has also walked away because of mutual contract disagreements. So now, Ekip is looking for a new singer to fill-in for D-Perfect until his return, if it actually happens.

The iconic Konpa-Love artist, Alan Cavé, recently revealed a special project via a video published on his social networks. It is an event concert, scheduled for Spring 2026, intended to celebrate both his 35-year career and the 25th anniversary of a cult album "Se pa pou dat". This concert will officially be titled "Se pa pou dat - 25 / 35 Live concert". Stay tuned for more details.  

In a massive collaborative effort set to become a global anthem, reggae icon Buju Banton and Grammy-winning super producer Jerry “Wonda” Duplessis are joining forces for an international tribute record celebrating Jamaica. aims to be a powerful, unifying global record that pays homage to the victims of hurricane Melissa. Sources indicate that the project has attracted a star-studded lineup of mega superstars from various nationalities, creating an eclectic mix of […]

UNESCO has officially recognized the vibrant Haitian music and dance tradition to its List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity on Wednesday, December 10, 2025. The announcement, made earlier via UNESCO’s official social media channels in French, marks global recognition for one of Haiti’s most influential cultural expressions. Le Compas d’Haiti, also known as Konpa, was created in the mid-1950s by Nemours Jean-Baptiste. The genre quickly became a defining […]