Kris “KI” Persad created history as the youngest artiste to be crowned Chutney Soca Monarch in 2012.
And he has done it again.
Persad, 28, was named winner of the 2014 Chutney Soca Monarch at Skinner Park, San Fernando, on Saturday night.
Performing in 19th position the lead vocalist of JMC 3Veni band delivered what was described as a superb performance, telling the story of his wife who ran away while he was on tour.
Persad’s song “Runaway” has been one of the most popular songs on local radio stations and at Carnival events.
He would received $2 million – double last year’s first prize.
Samraj “Rikki Jai” Jaimungal and Ravi “Ravi B” Bissambhar tied for second position and would each receive $400,000, while Kenneth Supersad placed fourth. Nishard Mayhroo placed fifth.
Last year’s winner Raymond Ramnarine did not defend his title as he was not paid his full prize money. Ramnarine won first place with his song “I ain’t marriding again” and was expected to receive $1 million. He was paid $800,000.
Minister Douglas said last week that Ramnarine and other winners from last year would received outstanding balances. But up to last evening the prize money was not paid.