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GUYANA CHRONICLE Monday January 13, 2014
XCITE launches style and bacchanal Mash band -to feature at least 100 revellers
XCITE, one of the newest Mashramani bands in Guyana, was officially launched in December with the objective of offering the ultimate Mash experience to masqueraders. The name speaks for itself and will provide style, vibes and bacchanal next month. XCITE aims to explore the underlying concept of Mashramani by offering a theme of peace, love and unity. Designer Surida Nagreadi feels that in Guyana, with its diverse richness in culture, Mashramani is the opportune time to create a costume to unite people, thus displaying a blending of ideas, talents and culture. The costumes will also showcase Guyana’s rich tourism destinations which play an integral part in this country’s
development, while showcasing skills, talents, art, drama and culture. These will be combined to provide a carnival-like atmosphere. The group is also looking at the aspect of fashion and designing and XCITE is hoping to draw at least 100 revellers to take to the streets on Mash Day. Those who wish to be a part of the event still have time to do so. The costumes are very affordable and were designed in such a way as to accommodate any budget. 50 PER CENT DOWN PAYMENT To further encourage participation, the group is offering a 50 per cent down payment option where masqueraders will
12 to vie for $1.5M at 2014 Carib Soca Monarch final
DEEJAYS, officials of ANSA McAL and music critics are at present reviewing the entries submitted for this year’s Carib Soca Monarch that will see at least 12 persons competing for $1.5 million if they make it to the final. More than 30 entries have been accepted but the list of the
The reigning Carib Soca Monarch, Jumo Primo. semi-finalists will be announced today at the ANSA McAL headquarters, Beterverwagting, East Coast Demerara. Once these artistes are announced, they will move full steam ahead for the semi-final of the competition which will be held at the Albion Community Centre Ground on Saturday, February 8. FEBRUARY 15 FINALS The finals are set for the National Park on February 15 and will see 12 finalists stepping up their game. Last year, the quarter final was held at the MacKenzie Community Centre Ground while the semi-final which was washed out by rain was held at the Albion Community Centre Ground and the grand finale was staged at the National Park arena before a massive crowd. There, Jumo “Rubber Waist” Primo retained his title while Kwasi “Ace” Edmondson with his tune “Over and over” took second spot and Adrian Dutchin came in third with his high energy song, “Jook”. This year’s show is likely to surpass previous performances with exciting music, creative showmanship, and an explosion of fabulous lyrics as every year, the contestants try to out-perform each other.
have a certain time to clear all payments before the big day. Their displays are located at GT Courtyard on Robb Street, Georgetown. Nagreadi said she has put together two beautiful pieces, namely Serenity and Fusion. Serenity is the Front Line section which is the VIP package, while Fusion is the Back Line section. Both sections are inclusive of drinks, food and security. There are also optional costumes for those who do not wish to wear the main costumes. The MASH theme for 2014 is “Love & Colour”.
A sneak preview of the XCITE Mashramani costumes for 2014