By Dionne Best BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, (GIS) – Technology must be incorporated into the foundation of quality construction, creating a housing sector that not only meets today’s needs but anticipates tomorrow’s challenges. This was the message delivered by minister of housing, lands and maintenance, Christopher Gibbs, at the opening ceremony of the Barbados Annual Construction and Design Conference […]
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CBB Governor Dr Kevin Greenidge at the Tyrese Caesar Foundation Dinner By Dr Kevin Greenidge Why financial inclusion matters for peace Peace is the state of full alignment. When people gain access, agency, and assets, communities settle into that state and violence loses oxygen. Why should a central bank speak about peace? A stable, inclusive […]
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Dear Sir, Many of us, (I am no exception), who failed to discipline and control our weight, at some point, tried some diet pill hoping it will help us rapidly lose excess weight without the need for rigorous diet and exercise. Most of us ended up being disappointed as the pill either did not work […]
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GEORGETOWN, Guyana, (DPI) – The government of Guyana is working towards making Guyana a maritime hub in the region, serving as a strategic link for international shipping routes and global trade highlighted by minister of public utilities and aviation, minister Deodat Indar, as he addressed maritime officers and stakeholders during the celebration of World Maritime […]
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Caribbean Energy Week unites industry leaders from Suriname, Guyana, Trinidad and the region on March 30 – April 1, 2026, in Paramaribo, as Suriname prepares to become an oil producer in the coming years PARAMARIBO, Suriname – Caribbean Energy Week (CEW), a new three-day conference dedicated to driving resources investment and cooperation across the Caribbean, […]
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By Caribbean Export BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – The Caribbean Export Development Agency (Caribbean Export), backed by the European Union’s Global Gateway initiative, has launched the Building Resilient Innovation for Digital & Green Enterprises (BRIDGE) facility. The programme offers co-financing of up to EUR 100,000 to help Caribbean micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) transition to more […]
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PARIS, France – Leading AI developers are taking significant steps to make their systems more robust and secure, according to a new OECD report. How are AI developers managing risks? Insights from responses to the reporting framework of the Hiroshima AI Process Code of Conduct analyses voluntary transparency reporting under the G7 Hiroshima AI Process from […]
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By Sir Ronald Sanders On September 23, 2025, US President Donald Trump used his address to the 80th session of the UN General Assembly to question the Organization’s purpose. He is not alone; leaders worldwide have asked the same question. “The UN has such tremendous potential,” he said, but it is “not even coming close,” […]
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Partners, I’m grateful for the work everyone is doing to put world-class customer service at the center of everything we do and focus on creating an elevated Starbucks experience for every customer, every time. While we’re making good progress, there is much more to do to build a better, stronger, and more resilient Starbucks. As […]
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PARIS, France – The global economy was more resilient than anticipated in the first half of 2025, but downside risks loom large as higher barriers to trade and geopolitical and policy uncertainty continue to weigh on activity in many economies. The latest OECD Interim Economic Outlook projects global growth slowing from 3.3 percent in 2024 to 3.2 […]
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VP Records will host a meet and greet with members of the Alpha School of Music Band on Saturday, October 11, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
The free event takes place at the VP Records Retail Store, located at 170-21 Jamaica Avenue in Queens, NY.
Alpha School of Music offers Jamaica’s only tertiary programme focused on ensemble performance. Its Associate Degree in Music Performance combines practical training in accompaniment, solo work, and audio technology to prepare students for work in live and studio settings.
Visitors to the VP Records event will have the opportunity to meet band members Zuri Aiko Gordon (violin, vocals), Jesse Kerr (drums), Joel Wallace (bass), Leon Channer (drums), and Adrian Robinson (piano), along with members of Alpha’s teaching staff.
The group represents the next generation of Jamaican musicians emerging from the school that produced The Skatalites, Johnny Osbourne, Yellowman, and Cedric Brooks. Their visit continues Alpha’s mission to connect classroom training with real-world performance and community engagement.
A 7-inch vinyl of the band’s release The Single Sections will be available for purchase at the event. The record features two Jamaican instrumentals, Eastern Standard Time and Rukumbine, performed by the Alpha ensemble, and has been repressed in a run of 25 copies with new sleeves.
The group is in New York to perform at the American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) Hummingbird Gala, held Friday, October 10, at The Plaza Hotel. The event honours individuals advancing Jamaican culture and development, with this year’s honorees including Jason Henzell and Joseph “Joe” Bogdanovich.
