On this episode we talk to Joyann from WMBY Inc. about Crop Over, its future, the direction of the Festival and the way that Crop Over and the Orange Economy can benefit Barbados in a massive way. We also talk to Andwele and Reko Chase from Vibe Nation about their Crop Over 2022 event, Vibe Land: Tales of the Road ( Chapter 3) and what patrons can expect from the event and what they can look forward to in this latest installment. Last but most certainly not least is young artist Tionne Hernandez who talks to us about her musical journey as well as her track 'Slow Wine' for Crop Over 2022.
Lower It Up Ep. 10 ft. Rhea Layne & Akhnaten Burrowes
Episode 10 already!!! We sit down with Rhea Layne and Akhnaten Burrowes to discuss their musical journey, the challenges they face as artistes and creatives, the problems they face as musical artistes in the Crop Over arena, the way artistes survive and how we can all play an important part in Crop Over and the Orange Economy of Barbados.
Lower It Up Ep. 9 ft. Puff of Colour, Budget Fete & She Markets
We got a chance to sit down with Nadia from the legendary Puff of Colour about their upcoming event and what patrons can expect from POC for Crop Over 2022. We also talk to promoter Mr. Jucks about his brand new event Budget Fete, where he tries to recapture the old vibe of Crop Over and have an affordable event that brings ultimate music and vibes for patrons. Last but not least, We talk to Cristal-Ann from She Markets WEC (Women's Empowerment Clique) about their upcoming pop up shop at Hilton Barbados on July 10th.
Lower it up ep. 8 ft. Awaken & Epiphany events
This episode we talk to Tremayne from Awaken, one of the Crop Over mainstays that many people look forward to. This all-inclusive event is seen as the Crop Over starter and is a must-attend for many people, especially those who are "grown and sexy". We also talk to Jeremy and Khadijah from Epiphany Events abut their event 'Pace' and one thing is for sure, this event intends to bring the vibes and energy for Crop Over. We get hyped up with Epiphany about Pace and all the plans they have in store for their supercharged event.
Lower It Up Ep. 7 ft Gorg, Kloth and Body Silk
Lower It Up Ep. 6: Our Look at Crop Over ft. Jess
Episode 6 has landed! We take a break from interviewing Crop Over brands to give our thoughts about Crop Over, its evolution, the way it intersects with the Orange Economy of Barbados and the way forward for the festival. We also talk to Jess from CropOverWeGo and Ask For Jess to discuss the festival, our views of Crop Over 2022 and what we believe is the way forward.
Lower It Up Episode 5 (ft. Powda & Khepri Kulture)
Episode five we talk to mega wet-fete and foreday-style party Powda, powered by Jump Promotions and Lucky Horseshoe. We also talkto one of the younger Kadooment bands on the Crop Over scene Khepri Kulture, discussing all their plans for Crop Over and Kadooment 2022 and what people can expect from them this year.