Unquestionably two of the biggest stars in the Caribbean for their respective genres and some might even want to say they’re on top of their game across the globe and thanks to Hits and Jams Entertainment, Guyanese will have a chance to be thrilled by the two musical giants tomorrow at the Guyana National Stadium.
Earlan Bartley popularly known as ‘Alkaline’ and Ian Alvarez aka ‘Bunji Garlin’ will be the main acts at the Regional Night for this year’s Jam Zone Summer Break, along with some of Guyana’s leading artistes.
Both performers expressed their pleasure and happiness with regards to being in Guyana, especially for ‘Alkaline’ who is making his first visit while for ‘Bunji’, it’s a return for Viking of Soca since his performance at the Ansa McAl 2013 STAGE event.
Along with his wife Fay-ann Lyons and their Vikings band, Bunji Garlin is one of Soca’s brightest stars and over the last year, he has single handedly taken the music to places where it has never gone before.
His recent Album, ‘Differentology’, was featured in the famed Rolling Stone Magazine; something the Trinidadian said “all West Indians should be proud”, adding “this is not just an accomplishment for me, but for the entire West Indies. This is something positive coming out of the region because we are always considered as Third World”.
Music pundits hail Bunji as a lyrical genius whose freestyle is unmatched by many from different genres and according to the Viking, Guyanese could expect a show which will leave them in ‘awe’ and wanting more of ‘Bunji’.
Meanwhile, the newest Dancehall sensation who seems to be creating waves where ever he performs, said that while he will cater for all tomorrow, he has something “special for the ladies”.
The 21 year-old Jamaican is a witty, educated Dancehall artiste with a relatively unique style which makes him an interesting character and a certain crowd pleaser.
A University of the West Indies student who took a break to pursue his music career, Alkaline stated he intends to leave a lasting impression on Guyanese, some of whom he said are among some of his biggest fans on his various social media accounts.
Alkaline’s personal life gives him attention off the stage, as much as his music does, given the fact the Jamaican is among the few people around the world to have tattooed their eyeball.
His dark gothic eyes are a catch and coupled with his fresh, sometimes extremely vulgar lyrics, Alkaline has grown to become a major hit.
Hits and Jams co-director Kerwin Bollers takes credit for his company being the first promoters to bring the new found super star to Guyana, stating it’s a promised kept in bringing some of the biggest names in music to Guyanese.
It is not clear which of the two powerhouses will close the show, with the promoters pointing out “that will be decided on the night”.
By all indications, the 2014 Jam Zone Summer Break Regional Night is promising to be an unforgettable event.
Tickets are going fast and can be purchased at Nigel Super Market and Electronic City. Patrons desirous of purchasing VIP tickets are asked to do so at Electronic City.
By Rawle Toney