Music
For Tebby, love is the remedy
January 04, 2019
It’s been a year and a half in the making, and now Tebby Burrows is set to drop her long-awaited EP (extended play record) “Love Is The Remedy” later this month. Ensuring that her fans are excited, she released two singles – the pop-centric “Feel Alright” and the latest single “Medicine”, which is about love and has an R&B groove...
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Dua Lipa
January 04, 2019
For Dua Lipa fans, her presence, and getting to hear her sultry voice, was more than a treat as they prepared to head into the New Year. It was an experience to be remembered.
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A Jacksons dance party
January 04, 2019
By no stretch of the imagination am I a "Dancing Machine", so I really have to "Blame It On The Boogie". The Jacksons recorded that song in the late 1970s, but today it can still get you up on your feet and moving. And even ...
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First Essence Of The Bahamas Festival in S. Florida
July 24, 2018
South Floridians will be able to experience The Islands Of The Bahamas up close and personal when the first Annual, The Essence of The Bahamas Festival, brings the culture of The Bahamas to Overtown, Miami, this weekend, Saturday July 2 8th .
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Shania Roberts wins Independence Recording Artists Search Competition
July 20, 2018
Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture the Hon. Lanisha Rolle and Director of Culture Rowena Sutherland joined the 45th National Independence Committee in celebrating Shania Roberts becoming the first winner of the National Independence Recording Artists Search Competition, on July 19, 2018, having been chosen from about 80 participants and six finalists. She was also the People's Choice Winner in the competition.
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Culture Department Hosts Mini Bahamian Music Workshop for California Choir
April 06, 2018
The Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture hosted a number of members of the Edison High School Choir to a mini workshop on Bahamian music, on April 5, 2018...
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Ayriel Trio to close out NMS concert season
April 06, 2018
The Ayriel String Trio -- Ambra Albek on violin, Simone Gramaglia on viola and Jamie Walton on cello -- a classical string ensemble will close out The Nassau Music Society's (NMS) concert season this weekend. The trio is expected to delight with two exceptional evenings [...]
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Kirkland 'KB' Bodie releases new album, 'Jones Town, Eight Mile Rock'
April 06, 2018
Kirkland "KB" Bodie has released his newest body of work, the 12-track "Jones Town, Eight Mile Rock" his first full-length CD since "Rake N Scrape Fool" in 2013. The CD's first release, "Dis Time", is a mid-tempo rake 'n' scrape love song with a smooth [...]
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Eleuthera All That Jazz Festival on tap
April 06, 2018
Myra Maud, a singer based in Europe with roots in Martinique, is on tap for this year's Eleuthera All That Jazz Festival. Maud will be backed by Tommaso Starace on sax and Massimo Colombo, also from Europe, on piano. Also back by popular demand are [...]
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KB Releases New Album Entitled ' Jones Town, Eight Mile Rock'
April 03, 2018
Jones Town, Eight Mile Rock is the latest music project by iconic Bahamian singer, songwriter, producer and entertainer KB. The twelve track CD is the first full length album released by KB since Rake N Scrape Fool in 2013. The title Jones Town, Eight Mile Rock is a tribute to the community where young Kirkland KB Bodie was raised...
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(Video)Supernova: BahamasLocal.com reflects on our time with Ronnie Butler
November 20, 2017
As the country mourns the loss of Bahamian music legend Ronnie Butler BahamasLocal.com reflects on our time with the icon during an interview six years ago. We love you Ronnie.
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Legendary Bahamian musician King Errisson publishes autobiography
March 13, 2017
Legendary Bahamian musician King Errisson has recently written a book about his life from childhood in The Bahamas and his climb to fame as a world renowned percussionist. His book My Life, My Loves tells the story of his early years of growing up in the beautiful Bahama islands and knowing that one day he would be somebody. His grandmother knew he was special and she called him King. He is known worldwide as an illustrious percussionist, composer and actor.
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New Year's Day Junkanoo Results!
January 02, 2017
New Year's Day Junkanoo Results! Congratulations To The Valley Boys Being The First Place New Year's Day Junkanoo Winners!
1. Valleys Boys - 80.23
2. One Family - 79.91
3. Saxons - 77.77
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Ja Rule & Friends Bahamas Hurricane Relief Concert: Dec. 10
December 07, 2016
The best of both worlds collide for an explosive night of entertainment as the Caribbean and the United States come together to support the Ja Rule & Friends Bahamas Hurricane Relief Concert on Saturday, December 10, 2016 at Arawak Cay brought to you by Fyre Media, Fresh Entertainment Bahamas and BTC (Bahamas).
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Moore's Island Contestants Claims BTC Gospel Voice Competition at FamFest
December 05, 2016
BTC partnered with Fam Fest to put on the first annual BTC, Fam Fest Gospel Voice Competition.
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The wait is over!!!
December 05, 2016
Jazz, funk, R&B, hip-hop and soul bounce -- music for every appetite will be had at the 12th annual Jazz in the Gardens (JITG) Music Fest, which has released another stellar lineup of artists for the ever-popular festival presented by the City of Miami Gardens.
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Blues Artist Adam Karch to Perform Free Concert in Grand Bahama Dec. 3
December 01, 2016
Canadian blues artist, Adam Karch will perform a free concert at Rooster's Sports Bar on Saturday, December 3rd. For those that attended his 2011 concert, you already know this is a performance not to be missed!
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Ja Rule & Friends Bahamas Hurricane Relief Concert: Dec. 10
December 01, 2016
The best of both worlds collide for an explosive night of entertainment as the Caribbean and the United States come together to support the Ja Rule & Friends Bahamas Hurricane Relief Concert on Saturday, December 10, 2016 at Arawak Cay brought to you by Fyre Media, Fresh Entertainment Bahamas and BTC (Bahamas).
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Julien Believe taking Bahamian music to new heights
November 28, 2016
Bahamian recording artist Julien Believe has been very busy this year, performing locally, regionally and internationally, creating new music, pushing and expanding his brand and working on his new album.
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Local Artist Partner for Free Charity Concert to Benefit Hurricane Victims
November 25, 2016
At a time when residents across the country are still grappling with the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Matthew, one local musician is bringing a message of hope and perseverance.
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