Ministry of Education launches its Mash band
The Ministry of Education on Monday launched its Mashramani Band 2023 under the theme, “Wheels of Progress – Creating and Promoting Diversity and Inclusion...
”Mashup Kingdom” by Guyanese artiste is theme song for Antigua’s 2024 Carnival
By: Sueann Wickham
This week, the Guyana Standard brings to you the story of Guyanese singer Patrick Joseph, better known as "Pahjo," who is quickly...
Finance Minister lauds “outstanding” Guyana Carnival, calls for wider private sector support
With less than 24 hours until its conclusion, Guyana Carnival has already proven that it is, hands down, an outstanding initiative and the festivities...
The Carib Soca Monarch Controversy and New Music
The Mashramani season passed us a few weeks ago, culminating in a number of exuberant activities like the well-known Carib Soca Monarch Competition. But...
Jagdeo hints at updated copyright laws following lawsuit filed by local artists
Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has emphasized the need for an updated copyright platform in Guyana, following a recent lawsuit filed by local artists...
Foreign-minded no more: Omaiah Hall shares vision to reshape Guyana’s musical identity
Each Caribbean nation boasts a unique sonic fingerprint, a rhythmic identity that resonates with its people and beyond. For example, Guyana is known for...
Skeng and Slingerz Records release new song called ‘Fever’
Jamaican Dancehall Artist, Kevon Douglas called “Skeng” is ready to set the music scene ablaze with his highly anticipated new summer hit single, “Fever.”...
Has the essence of Mashramani changed for the better or worse?
By: Sueann Wickham
In recent years, memories of Mashramani in its true essence often flood my mind. Many years ago it used to be a...
First CARIB Chutney Fest slated for Mash night
The melodious sounds of the Indian-Caribbean musical genre, chutney will be the emanating sounds from the Better Hope Centre Ground, East Coast Demerara on...
Cosmetologist used nature’s finest herbs to cure what Doctors suspected to be cancer
Plants are a major source of many drugs. Penicillin for example, comes from mold and paracetamol from Coal Tar. Even many of the most...
