IslandMix - Soca, Reggae, Zouk and Caribbean Entertainment

So since this is the third year for this event, i'm sure some imixer or peeper has been already. Can't find a review anywhere so please come and tell me how it was last year or year before. Details please.

In case anyone doesn't know the event I'm talking about its this one (taken from the FB page):

Sometimes, things just makes sense!

Like when you're faced with the opportunity to attend an event which features:
- a top shelf open bar
- mouth-watering Caribbean cuisine
- 360 penthouse views of the New York skyline
- exotic models in hand-made carnival costumes; and
- an ALL STAR cast.

...but other times, it just takes a little New York wind chill to help us remember just how much we love Caribbean HEAT.


On Thursday November 5th 2009, Antilia brings the warmth and energy of the Caribbean to the extravagant Tribeca Penthouse.


ANTILIA CARNIVAL 2009 features a fashion show and costume presentation by several of the top rival CARNIVAL BANDS in Trinidad & Tobago. Never before Antilia Carnival, have these bands been presented on the same stage!

The premier showcase for Trinidad Carnival in the US, the event allows Americans, Caribbean-Americans and the media to experience a taste of Carnival first-hand, from the exotic costumes and pulsating music to the celebration of freedom, unity and revelry that underscores Trinidad Carnival, right here in New York City.


"Antilia Carnival 2009" will be hosted by the most renowned Male Supermodel in the world, Jamaican-American | T Y S O N B E C K F O R D | alongside former Miss Universe (1998) Trinidadian | W E N D Y F I T Z W I L L I A M |


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SPECIAL LIVE PERFORMANCE
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In true "Rock the Runway" style, the event will also feature a never-before-seen intimate live performance by | M A C H E L M O N T A N O |

| M A C H E L M O N T A N O | is known as the "international King of Soca" and is considered by many to be the Caribbean's TOP entertainer, having recently sold out Radio City Music Hall this year, and Madison Square Garden two years in a row since 2007


Tickets begin at $65 and are now on sale via antilia.com, or through committee members.

DRESS TO KILL (for the paparazzi!)


**Next week Antilia also announces the first ever VIP travel packages to Trinidad Carnival in Feb 2010, including EVERYTHING you can think of... and a little bit more.

Limited availability, now accepting inquiries.


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On behalf of Antilia, we thank you for your continued support and look forward to delivering an unforgettable experience at ANTILIA CARNIVAL 2009.

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"A generation of people who refuse to be themselves.
The philosophy of 50 cent has them hook, line and sinker.
The young black men become like a sacrifice.
They love it; they living in a fool's paradise."
-Brother Valentino

this is a step or 2 above my social class. i go pass unless yuh could train meh to drink with meh pinky finger in d air

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We Come Tuh Ramajay.................Eh Eh...............WE Come Break Away

seems like a fun event to attend... I may give it a try....

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de ORIGINAL ...

Nobody invite yuh I ask for reviews. Stay yuh tail in the bush.

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"A generation of people who refuse to be themselves.
The philosophy of 50 cent has them hook, line and sinker.
The young black men become like a sacrifice.
They love it; they living in a fool's paradise."
-Brother Valentino

I went ahead and ordered tix just in case they sell out but still not 100% sold. I really wanna hear from someone who went already.

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"A generation of people who refuse to be themselves.
The philosophy of 50 cent has them hook, line and sinker.
The young black men become like a sacrifice.
They love it; they living in a fool's paradise."
-Brother Valentino

wow.......remember dem words in 3 months

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We Come Tuh Ramajay.................Eh Eh...............WE Come Break Away

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"A generation of people who refuse to be themselves.
The philosophy of 50 cent has them hook, line and sinker.
The young black men become like a sacrifice.
They love it; they living in a fool's paradise."
-Brother Valentino

typical Manhattan party- other than the HD performance of "hits" the newest tune these selectors might play is Bomani- Wet

i went the first year when they had the IP costumes featured. It was very crammed but the after party was very nice. Trini Jungle juice has a review from last year. I don't know how much you could trust their review because they rarely give a fete a negative review.

True but I wanted some kinda description so thanx much.

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"A generation of people who refuse to be themselves.
The philosophy of 50 cent has them hook, line and sinker.
The young black men become like a sacrifice.
They love it; they living in a fool's paradise."
-Brother Valentino

kool...

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de ORIGINAL ...

Went to the first carnival launch as well as a Machel's album launch the year before. Both events were really nice. The album launch was a bit more fun but as I am getting older I prefer more intimate settings, so that may be the reason. Overall, no complaints in both cases, music was good, bar was good. The riddim section in the first carnival launch was boss.

Thanks. Between TJJ and your reviews I'll take the chance and come out my hole Thursday night.

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"A generation of people who refuse to be themselves.
The philosophy of 50 cent has them hook, line and sinker.
The young black men become like a sacrifice.
They love it; they living in a fool's paradise."
-Brother Valentino

[QUOTE=BacchanalDiva;3346926]So since this is the third year for this event, i'm sure some imixer or peeper has been already. Can't find a review anywhere so please come and tell me how it was last year or year before. Details please. In case anyone doesn't know the event I'm talking about its this one (taken from the FB page): Sometimes, things just makes sense! Like when you're faced with the opportunity to attend an event which features: - a top shelf open bar - mouth-watering Caribbean cuisine - 360 penthouse views of the New York skyline - exotic models in hand-made carnival costumes; and - an ALL STAR cast. ...but other times, it just takes a little New York wind chill to help us remember just how much we love Caribbean HEAT. On Thursday November 5th 2009, Antilia brings the warmth and energy of the Caribbean to the extravagant Tribeca Penthouse. ANTILIA CARNIVAL 2009 features a fashion show and costume presentation by several of the top rival CARNIVAL BANDS in Trinidad & interesting !!!!!

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I would like to Thank all the fake haitians, who came out during the west-indian parade-2k9, but who has no roots to caribbean island nation.but bought a flag to represent !!!!!!
Thanks again see you phony people next year !!!!!!! ,2k10.


(R.I.P Grandpa-your memories will always be here with me !!!!).

I'm Chillin in New Orleans,Louisiana with Beyonce' and Lil Wayne and lil' Fizz (b2k),Fleur-de-lis (imix creole,homegirl) .Drinking some Hand-Grenade (Liquor Drink), near The Bayou.

I'm still on the fence about this but i might end up going. Don't really care to much for the performance just looking to hear good music and experience an all inclusive event in N.Y. besides a boat ride.

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If i fall and stumble down.....Keep drinks coming!