News Americas, New York, NY, 31 August 2024: The second Caribbean Music Awards took place on August 29, 2024, at the Kings Theater in Brooklyn, bringing together celebrities and fans from across the Caribbean. The event, hosted by Spice and Majah Hype, featured performances from Ravi B from Trinidad, Leadpipe x Jus-Jay King from Barbados and Skinny Fabulous from St. Vincent & The Grenadines.
Skinny Fabulous emerged as the night’s big winner, picking up three awards, including Male Soca Artist of the Year and two for his breakthrough collaboration with Trinidad’s Nailah Blackman, Come Home. In his acceptance speech, he expressed his gratitude and pride for representing his small island, saying: “I believe in myself, I believe in Soca music, I believe in the people.”
Other notable winners included Shaggy, Patrice Roberts, Asa Banton and Dexta Daps, who entertained the crowd with his performance and humorous stand as co-host.
Honorees for the evening included Ravi B, Alison Hinds, Cedella Marley, Marcia Griffiths, Sherwin Gardner and the legendary Mighty Sparrow.
The emcees added to the excitement, with DJ Cassidy making an appearance fresh from spinning at the DNC. He joined Melyssa Ford on stage, along with other presenters such as Spragga Benz, Angela Yee and Wyclef Jean.
Check out some of the stars who attended.
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