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Kenny Desmangles Deserves Better: Vakam “Winner” Album Review and a Look at HMI’s Unfairness
By Haitianbeatz Kenny Desmangles has been the quiet force behind some of the biggest moments in Haitian music. For years, he's been the...

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4 days ago13 min read
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Brooklyn Has a New Place That We All Can Call Our Own
By Haitianbeatz LK Lounge stands as Brooklyn’s newest gathering spot for the Haitian community and everyone who loves Haitian culture....

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4 days ago4 min read
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How Trump’s Haiti Ban and Ending TPS Are Disrupting the Haitian Music Scene in the US
By Haitianbeatz A new ban from Trump’s administration just shook the Haitian community in the US. The halt to the Parole program and...

Haitianbeatz
Jun 106 min read
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Thirsty Thursdays : HMI Summer Nights Kick Off at Ou Lala Café June 26 with DJ RickyMix & DJ HStar
By Haitianbeatz Summer in NYC hasn’t felt the same without Thursday nights packed with friends, good music, and a real HMI vibe. This...

Haitianbeatz
Jun 84 min read
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Fatima’s “Proteje'm” Album Review: 12 Tracks, Star Features, and the Voice That Shines
By Moses St Louis Fatima's name has become a familiar one for fans of Haitian music, known for her rich vocals and heartfelt lyrics....

Haitianbeatz
Jun 810 min read
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Anie Alerte Breaks Free: “Vwayaj” Debut Album Marks a New Chapter as Zile
By Moses St Louis After years of setbacks, Anie Alerte is finally telling her story, track by track, with “.Vwayaj” Each unfolds a part...

Haitianbeatz
Jun 711 min read
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Paul Beaubrun and Dadi Beaubrun Reunite for Powerful “Gade Sa Yo Fè Mwen” Remix in Haitian Rasin Music
By Moses St Louis When two generations of Haitian music meet, something new takes shape. Paul Beaubrun’s latest project brings him...

Haitianbeatz
Jun 69 min read
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Why Was Hervé Laplante Arrested by ICE?
By Haitianbeatz When news broke that Hervé Laplante was arrested by ICE, people in the Haitian community wanted answers. Laplante had...

Haitianbeatz
Jun 56 min read
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What President Trump’s New Travel Ban Means for Haitians.
By Moses St Louis A new travel ban signed by President Trump is making headlines, and Haitians are front and center. The policy,...

Haitianbeatz
Jun 57 min read
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The Rise of Haitian Women in Compas Music
Changing Dynamics in the Haitian Music Industry By Moses St Louis It wasn't long ago that women were nearly invisible in the Haitian...

Haitianbeatz
May 286 min read
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Why Haitian Musicians Get Blamed for Haiti’s Problems (While Other Professionals Don’t)
By Haitianbeatz I was inspired to write this article, because the other day, while browsing through a Haitian WhatsApp forum, the debate...

Haitianbeatz
May 2211 min read
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Steps That Compas Festival Must take Moving Forward
By Moses St Louis Compas Festival used to be the can’t-miss event for Haitian music fans. Lately, the excitement has faded. Lineups feel...

Haitianbeatz
May 219 min read
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Compas Festival Miami 2025: Time Management, Missed Acts, and the Push for Fresh Ideas After 27 Years
By Moses St Louis Every May, the Compas Festival lights up Miami with the top bands and a wave of Haitian pride. This event means more...

Haitianbeatz
May 186 min read
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Wyclef Jean Never Forgot His Roots: Haitian Flag Day Celebration at Bon Berger Church
By Samuel Georges On a radiant May 18th in South Orange, New Jersey, the backyard of Église du Bon Berger came alive with music, history,...

Haitianbeatz
May 182 min read
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Compas Festival Marks 27 Years Celebrating Haitian Music and Culture
By Haitianbeatz Every spring, Miami becomes a lively stage for one of the world’s most important Caribbean music events. The Compas...

Haitianbeatz
May 1611 min read
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Klass Adidas Arena: 7-Day Concert Trip with Tours, Flights, and Exclusive Access for Haitian Music Fans
By Haitianbeatz Imagine touching down in Paris, greeted by city lights and the smooth hum of Haitian music setting the mood for your...

Haitianbeatz
May 1611 min read
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Celebrating More than Just a Flag!
By Haitianbeatz Haitian Flag Day is more than a holiday—it’s a heartfelt celebration of Haiti's fight for independence, its vibrant...

Haitianbeatz
May 164 min read
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Op-Ed: Joe Dwèt File: Elevating Haitian Kompa Music and Inspiring a Movement of Unity
By Samuel Georges In the vibrant landscape of Caribbean music, Haitian kompa (or compas) shines with its rich rhythms, sensual melodies,...

Haitianbeatz
May 163 min read
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Grand Theft Auto Sequel Featuring “Child Support”: Why did it happen?
By Moses St Louis A wave of excitement is spreading within the Haitian community as Rockstar prepares to release the new Grand Theft Auto...

Haitianbeatz
May 133 min read
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Uncle Kendji: A Human First, An Uncle Always
By Samuel Georges In the heart of every Haitian family, there is that one pillar of wisdom, a shoulder to lean on, and a voice of...

Haitianbeatz
May 13 min read
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