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ROMAIN VIRGO
Wins Male Reggae Artist of the Year at the 2025 Caribbean Music Awards
Romain Virgo has been named Male Reggae Artist of the Year at the 2025 Caribbean Music Awards, marking his second straight win in the category! He was also nominated for Reggae Album of the Year with The Gentle Man, and for both Reggae Collaboration of the Year and Reggae Song of the Year with his Masicka-featuring track “Been There Before."
As we reflect on the 3rd Annual Caribbean Music Awards, our hearts are overflowing with gratitude. What began as a vision to celebrate honor the voices of the Caribbean has now grown into a movement that continues to inspire, unite, and uplift.
Getting here was not without its challenges. From the early hurdles of building something new to the many obstacles along the way, every step has been a true test of resilience and dedication. But standing together as one Caribbean community, we’ve proven that our culture and our music are worth the fight and the results speak for themselves.
This year marks a powerful milestone not only celebrating our third year but also our new partnership with BET, a partnership that speaks volumes about the growth and elevation of
Caribbean music across the world. Together, we are taking our culture to new heights, showcasing its vibrance, depth, and global impact like never before.
To every artist, nominee, honoree, presenter, sponsor, and fan thank you. To the press and media partners who continue to spread our story and amplify our voices, and to the incredible artist teams whose dedication behind the scenes makes these moments possible, we are deeply grateful. The energy in the theater, the love shared online, and the conversations happening across borders remind us that Caribbean music is not just regional it is universal.
Now, the journey continues. It is important that we all tune in on Friday, September 12th at 8PM EST on BET to watch the airing of the Caribbean Music Awards. Share the tunein assets, spread the word, and let’s all do our part in showing up for the culture.
This night was a true celebration of culture, legacy, and the limitless future of our music. With your continued support, we will keep building, keep elevating, and keep shining the brightest light possible on Caribbean artistry. By VPRecords.com u
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Instructions:
Step 1
In a slow cooker, combine onion, garlic, bay leaves, potatoes, broth, vinegar, mustard seeds, celery salt, and 4 tsp. Old Bay. Cover and cook on high for 1 hour.
Step 2
Add corn and sausage and stir to combine. Cover and continue to cook for 2 hours.
Step 3
Uncover and stir to combine. Season shrimp with 2 tsp. Old Bay. Add shrimp and 4 lemon wedges to slow cooker, cover, and cook on high until shrimp are cooked through, about 10 minutes more.
Step 4
Carefully strain shrimp mixture through a large finemesh sieve or colander into a medium pot. Return shrimp and vegetables to slow cooker to keep warm. Bring liquid to a boil and cook, stirring occasionally, until reduced by about half, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in butter until melted.
Step 5
Pour butter mixture over shrimp mixture. Top with parsley. Taste and add more Old Bay, if desired. Serve with remaining 4 lemon wedges alongside.
Enjoy!
*Disclaimer: I am not a physician or medical professional. If you have any medical issues or concerns, please always consult your doctor before committing to a challenge. The challenges are intended for introducing small lifestyle changes in a fun and easy format.
RECIPE:
Slow-Cooker Shrimp Boil
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
8 cloves garlic, peeled, smashed
4 bay leaves
1 lb. baby potatoes, halved
3 cups low-sodium seafood broth, vegetable broth or water
1 Tbsp. white vinegar
1 tsp. mustard seeds
1/2 tsp. celery salt
6 tsp. (or more) Old Bay seasoning, divided 2 ears of corn, each cut into 4 pieces
12 oz. andouille sausage, sliced on a bias 1/2" thick
1 lb. large peeled, deveined, tail-on shrimp
1 lemon, cut into 8 wedges
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
Aries
(Mar 21 - April 19)
Taurus
(April 20 - May 20)
Gemini
(May 21 - June 21)
Cancer
(June 22 - July 22)
Leo
(July 23 - Aug 22)
Virgo
(Aug 23 - Sep 22)
Libra
(Sep 23 - Oct 22)
Scorpio (Oct 23 - Nov 21)
Sagittarius (Nov 22 - Dec 21)
Capricorn
(Dec 22 - Jan 19)
Aquarius
(Jan 20 - Feb 18)
Pisces
(Feb 19 - Mar 20)
November will bring many obstacles to Aries that this fiery sign will have to deal with. There may be disagreements at work, and you will have to defend your opinion. There may also be someone close to you who will try to betray you.
November will bring Taurus a lot of motivation to change their lives. You will place the greatest emphasis on your health, as you will also face mild health problems during this period. So try to change your diet so that you feel healthy and full of energy.
In November, Gemini can look forward to many social events. Due to the pleasant demeanour that you will definitely not lack, you will start friendships with new, very interesting people, with whom a common professional future can even emerge.
In November, Cancer will be very patient, and they will be successful in meeting their goals. Your motivation and determination will be high during this period, so don't be afraid to embark on something you've been putting off for a long time. You will manage twice as much as normal, and you will not even feel tired.
November will bring Leo a depressing mood. You will get tired and feel like closing up. At the same time, you should protect yourself during this bleak period and warmly dress so that you are not stricken by some illness, which you will be more prone to this month.
November awakens in Virgo the ability to communicate. You will become the centre of attention in the company of your friends. All your friends will be happy to listen to your opinions and stories, and you will gain sympathy from many people.
November awakens in Libra a sense of justice and the ability to influence surroundings. This month, you will find yourself in situations that need to be handled with a cool head and rationally, which will be a piece of cake for you and your boss at work, and colleagues will appreciate it. As for your love
November will bring out an intellectual side of Scorpios, and they will crave knowledge. Also, your memory will be very good, so you can merge it into studies of something quite challenging as now is a time when you have the ability to absorb a lot of information.
At the beginning of November, Sagittarians might feel some tiredness, maybe even have a strong headache. That might affect your mood and your mental state as well. Understanding is what you need the most this month; you can search for it in your family.
In November, Capricorns will be filled with happiness. Your mind will be very creative, so you feel a need to experiment in many aspects of your life. You can use this creative energy and do the wall painting or reconstructions in your house that you have been planning to do for quite some time.
In November, Aquarians will not stop their thinking process for a moment. You will start thinking about your life, but you will get into a bubble of overthinking, and it will be hard for you to get out of there. Do not let yourself be down because of these states.
Pisces can relax in November because nothing will bother them this month, and they will be able to enjoy life fully. In this time period, it will be best for you to focus on the people close to you. Thanks to your empathy and kindness, you can help anyone who will need it, and that will warm your heart. A smile on the faces of your relatives will be key for you this month.
