By Moses St Louis If you follow the  Haitian Music Industry (HMI) , you already know how hard it is for a new bandleader to break through. The space is packed with big names, strong bands, and fans who know exactly what they like. That is why the buzz around Pierre Michel Emile, better known as  Pedro Force , feels different. He is the lead singer and bandleader of Djapot, a new group from South Florida, and his debut album, produced by himself, has people talking on both sid

By Haitianbeayz TVice keeps carrying modern kompa forward, and this time they are not alone. In the official video for  “An solo” , the band links up with rising singer FATIMA ALTIERI, a smooth new voice that fits right into their world. This review looks at the music, story, visuals, and what this collab means for fans of kompa and modern Haitian pop. It is spoiler friendly for the overall mood and idea of the video, not every single frame. The review is for both long-time T

By Moses St Louis Some voices feel familiar the first time you hear them. That is what happened with  Pipo Edersse Stanis . Many konpa lovers remember the first time his tone floated over the speakers on “Si bel” with Passion de Montreal. It was soft, clear, romantic, and it felt different. For fans who only know him as the face of Klass or from a few recent clips on social media, it is easy to forget that his story started in cold Montreal, not Miami dance floors. His path r

By Moses St Louis For a long time in the  Haitian Music Industry (HMI) , one thing was clear. Drop a strong album, and your phone would start ringing. More bals, better time slots at festivals, higher fees, and non-stop buzz in the diaspora. That cycle feels broken now. Since the release of Zafèm’s LAS that had a very strong impact on the HMI, after that the market reaction looks flat after the releases of many album. Bands invest time, money, and energy in full projects, yet

By Haitianbeatz The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has announced that  Haiti’s Temporary Protected Status (TPS)  will officially end on February 3, 2026. For many Haitian families, this is not just a line in a government notice. It is a deadline that touches homes, jobs, churches, music, and whole communities. TPS is a temporary protection that lets people from certain countries live and work in the United States when it is unsafe to return. When TPS for Haiti ends, peo

Dir. by Tasha Smith By Moses St Louis Wyclef Jean is back on screen with a new visual and the energy is high. The video for  “Back From Abu Dhabi”  just dropped on YouTube, with heavy features from Rick Ross and French Montana, an intro by Dave Chappelle, and direction by Tasha Smith. It is a wild mix of Emirates luxury, Camden grit, and straight hip hop soul. Shot in Camden, NJ, the video connects Abu Dhabi vibes with Brick City style. Think sleek luxury on one side, raw blo

By Haitianbeatz If you grew up on konpa, you probably know the feeling of a  weekly ball . Friday hits, you iron your shirt, call your friends, and head to the same club where your favorite band plays almost every weekend. That routine has been a pillar of Haitian nightlife for decades, from Port-au-Prince to Miami, New York, Boston, Montreal, and beyond. Now, that routine is under real pressure. Arly Lariviere of Nu Look took the first big step when he cut back the old weekl

By Moses St Louis On a proud day for Haitian New Yorkers, the New York City Council voted unanimously to recognize  July 26 as Konpa Day . Every council member said yes to a resolution led by Council Member Rita Joseph, with support from her colleagues. That vote turned a community dream into official city history. Konpa  is a Haitian music and dance style. It has steady drum rhythms, smooth guitars, and a slow, romantic groove that makes people want to dance close. For many

By Haitianbeatz If you follow kompa and the Haitian Music Industry, you already know the name  Carlo Vieux . As a founding member of Carimi, he helped shape one of the most beloved bands of the 2000s and 2010s. Even if Richard Cave and Michael Guirand usually grabbed the spotlight, Carlo was always there, steady on stage and in the studio. After Carimi’s split, Richard and Michael moved quickly with new bands and brands. Fans saw them take clear frontman roles, while Carlo st

By Moses St Louis Thanksgiving Day already comes with its own warm feelings, but this year it carried something extra for me. It was the day I finally saw  Bedjine and Kadilak live , not on a screen, not through headphones, but right in front of me. I had watched their videos, replayed their songs, and shared clips with friends. Still, nothing prepared me for what it would feel like to stand in a room and hear Bedjine’s voice fill the air. Her tone sounded like a beautiful in

By Haitianbeatz Haitian roots music, known locally as  Racines , is drum-heavy, spiritual, and full of call-and-response chants that carry history in every beat. It was once the loud heartbeat of many stages in Haiti and in the diaspora, yet today it sits in the shadows of pop, konpa, and global trends. Into this quieter space steps Riva Nyri Precil. She sings in Creole, honors Vodou spirits, and wraps it all in modern production that feels both ancient and fresh. Her album “

By Haitianbeatz If you follow modern kompa at all, you already know the name  Richard Cave . He is one of the top producers of his generation, the leader of Kai, and a steady force in the Haitian Music Industry (HMI) for years. Now he is back with a new Kai album,  “I’m ok,”  a 12 track project that feels personal, street, romantic, and honest all at once. The tracklist is: Intro “I’m ok” feat Kenny Haiti “Fucked up” feat Oswald “Anyen” feat Tklod “Pa gaspiye’m” “Se ou’l ye”

By Haitianbeatz The night at Moonlight was supposed to be pure joy. A crowded house, a Klass event, people dressed up, friends meeting, music rising. Then, halfway through, the air changed and the party was over. Someone dropped  tear gas  in the middle of the crowd. Eyes started burning, people coughed, and the fun flipped into panic in a matter of seconds. Two young women fainted and had to be carried out. Others rushed for the exits, scared and confused, not sure what was

By Moses St Louis A few weeks ago I shared an article about a quiet but serious clash behind the  Nu Look MSG  event. It was not about the music, the sound, or the date. It was about a logo on a flyer. The disagreement, according to my source, was simple on the surface. Promoter Richard Urbain, linked with Venus International, wanted his logo on the official The Theater at Madison Square Garden flyer. Arly Lariviere did not. Arly felt Richard was too divisive and that his nam

By Haitianbeatz Black Friday usually means crowded stores and long lines. This year, it also means pure Kompa joy. On  Friday, November 28 , Bentley’s night club turns into a home base for Haitian music fans when  Zafèm and Zile live  hit the stage for a Thanksgiving Weekend party. You get Reginald Cange, the seasoned voice of Zafèm, and Anie Alerte, the bright star leading Zile, in one room. Two of the greatest voices in Haitian music, side by side, in a club built for live

By Haitianbeatz If you love Kompa and modern Haitian love songs, Thanksgiving Day is about to feel different this year. Richard Cavé and his band  Kaï  are getting ready to drop a new album titled  “I’m ok” , and it is set to arrive on the same night they hit the stage at Bentley’s in Brooklyn with Bedjine and Kadilak. This project feels like a full emotional ride. The track list moves from pain and regret to acceptance and freedom, with songs like “Pa gaspiye’m,” “Fuck up,”

By Moses St Louis The Haitian music industry woke up in mourning, with hearts heavy and radios quiet. News spread that Dadou Pasquet , legendary guitar player, band leader, founder, and maestro of Magnum Band, passed away on Saturday night, November 22. For many of us, it felt like losing a family member, not just a musician. Dadou was more than a brilliant guitarist. He was a pillar of Kompa, a patient band leader, and a gentle soul who carried Haitian music across borders.

By Haitianbeatz On Thursday, November 20 at 10 AM, Haitian music will meet City Hall. New Yorkers will gather at 250 Broadway, 8th Floor (Hearing Room 2) as the City Council considers Resolution 987, which would declare July 26 as  Haitian Konpa Day  in New York City. A resolution is a formal statement from the City Council that shows the city’s support for an idea or cause. In this case, it says that Konpa, and Haitian music as a whole, deserve a permanent place in the city’

By Haitianbeatz For one night, Haitians did not talk only about fear, gunfire, or empty wallets.They talked about goals, saves, and a scoreboard that read  Haiti 2, Nicaragua 0 . Haiti has qualified for a major tournament for only the second time in 51 years. In the middle of violence, political chaos, and deep economic struggle, the national soccer team gave the country something rare and precious: joy. This win is more than a result on a field. It is a sign that Haiti can s

Nu Look inside Symphony Hall in Boston By Haitianbeatz Picture  Arly Larivière  and Nu Look on stage at Symphony Hall in Boston, a hall known for classical music, charity galas, and strict “please be quiet” rules. Now add Konpa fans who know every lyric, came to sing their lungs out, and do not like to stay in their seats. That mix alone makes the night feel like a bold experiment. Konpa is built on interaction. People sing, dance, shout lines back to the singer, and live ins