Toronto Carnival News - Carnival Angelz and Callaloo

So are Callaloo and D'Bandit teaming up for 2013 Toronto Carnival?  This morning's Trinidad Carnival Diary post caused me to wander over to the Carnival Angelz website where I found this news release....

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
D'Bandit jumps Carnival Nationz ship to bring Angelz to Callaloo Mas

Toronto, Canada - Tuesday January 8th, 2013 - With the start of a new year comes great expectations, resolutions, and a universally recognized moment where one can wipe the slate clean and re-invent. Taking full advantage of this moment, Callaloo Mas Band has confirmed recent speculations of a collaboration with Toronto’s newest carnival brand, Carnival Angelz Inc.
Who is Carnival Angelz? A subsidiary of D’Bandit Enterprises, Carnival Angelz represents years of international experience in Caribbean entertainment. Under the leadership of Dwayne (D’Bandit) Pitt, Carnival Angelz is proving to be the new era of Toronto Mas.
Determined to shed Toronto Carnival of its status quo state and usher in a season of ‘Rebirth’, Marlon Singh (Callaloo Band Owner) shares - "It's not enough to coast on our past success; there’s room in Toronto to broaden creative possibilities… We’ve recognized our limitations and in order to continue building Toronto’s Mas Culture, we're expanding our family to include Carnival Angelz.”
For nearly a decade members of the newly formed, Carnival Angelz have been at the forefront of many creative masquerade ventures. Among these initiatives, is the influential role played in branding the popular, Carnival Nationz. Dwayne’s team has presented many stunning costumes during his span with the multiple 'Band of The Year’ winning organization - the most impressive being large elegant ‘Angel Wings’ inspired by Victoria’s Secrets, Angels. After playing a major role in securing consecutive ‘Band of the Year’ titles in the last two years (2011 + 2012), Carnival Anglez has jumped the Carnival Nationz ship both satisfied and victorious.
Echoing, Marlon Singh’s sentiments on present limitations and creative possibilities, Dwayne Pitt shares,“Carnival Angelz is a brand built on years of trial and error. Just as we acknowledge our shortfalls, we continue to challenge our formula for success.” When asked, what masqueraders can expect from Callaloo this year, Mr. Pitt eagerly offers – Toronto’s first eco-friendly paperless billing system, modern costumes designed by Designing Darryl, as well as the creative expertise of international (King and Queen) designer, Curtis Eustace (10-Time Trinidad and Tobago King of The Bands).
As the official brand behind Callaloo Mas, the Carnival Angelz creative team will lead the production of Callaloo’s 2013 Toronto Carnival presentation, ‘Rebirth’.
With an online presence already established, curious masqueraders can view teaser art by visitinghttp://www.carnivalangelz.com/index.php. You can also get instant updates via social networks athttp://facebook.com/carnivalangelz and http://twitter.com/carnivalangelz

I'm looking forward to seeing what the Carnival Angelz brand will bring to Callaloo's 2013 presentation - Rebirth.  (I imagine some wings might be involved).  All will be revealed on the band launch date - Saturday, April 20, 2013....mark your calendars and check out the Carnival Angelz website in the meantime - http://www.carnivalangelz.com 

D' Bandit takes De Treasure Mix to CHRY 105.5 FM

For many years now D' Bandit has entertained us every Saturday afternoon with his internet radio show De Treasure Mix .....today it was announced that De Treasure Mix will now be heard on York U's radio station CHRY 105.5 FM 

January 13th 2012,  

Please join us in welcoming new programmer Dwayne (D' Bandit) Pitt into the program family. D' Bandit will be delivering De Treasure Mix each and every Saturday from 6-9PM offering a strong mix of Reggae (including Canadian Reggae) and Soca. This show will continue the legacy of presenting Caribbean culture to the masses through artist interviews and a diverse mix of up-to-date and classic music.
D' Bandit brings a strong awareness of the music and connection to artists and community over a decade of deejaying and concert promotion across the GTA and North America. He is excited about the opportunity to showcase the strengths of his culture and Caribbean heritage.
We believe he will add much to the programing content on the dial (at 105.5FM) and help CHRY embody our role as talent developers of new broadcasters across the GTA and Canada.
Please forward your questions and/or concerns to: chryprog@yorku.ca

D' Bandit says.......

Join me every Saturday from 6pm-9pm on Toronto’s number one College Radio Station.  I intend to bring the best in Soca and Reggae to the FM dial in Toronto.  Similar to what has been done on my internet radio for almost 10 years.  Please check out my podcast of my past shows to get a feel for De Treasure Mix at http://www.dbandit.com/treasure-mix.
You can see me in studio or join us in the chat room on http://www.dbandit.com/live or you can also listen live at http://www.chry.fm or alternatively at Rogers Cable Ch. 945 and Bell Fibe 973
For any special requests check me out on Twitter.  Send your tweet to @lookdbandit or hit me up by e-mail at info@dbandit.com.  I look forward to Jam with you every Sat 

Carnival Nationz presents SOCA DEPOT

SAS-E Thursdays inside Menage

D'Bandit is providing an after-work lime for us downtowners starting with a "Taste Test" next Thursday, December 4, 2008.
Food, drinks and music......sounds good to me!!!

Yuh ever feel haunted on a Thursday but can't handle staying out til all of the wee hours of de morning. Yuh ever in yuh office and yuh co-workers say "hey lets go for a brewsky!!! Come on a couple shots before we head home...Hey there...how 'bout some wings BUD!?!!?" YEEEEEEESSSZZZZIIIIIRRR for all you folks that wanna lime on a Thursday evening de SAS-E Thursday taste test is here. Bring yuh co-workers come have a Stress Reliever after such a hard week at work...YOU DESERVE IT! Oh and don't worry Menage has a great kitchen so there will be great food to munch on while you dig some tunes! I got all kinda music to throw down. I might even take requests on the fly so bring yuh list of tunes! The vibe is gonna be real nice I know I'm ready are you!?!? This Thursday is only a small taste the real thing starts in Jan. Tell a friend/co-worker and make a pass...what you got to loose IT'S FREE!!!!

For your table bookings email me info@dbandit.com or call 416-930-9650 or 416-508-6132

WEBSITE: http://www.dbandit.com