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

By Haitianbeatz Are the top  Haitian female artists  outsinging the men in 2024 to 2025? Yes, on pure vocal range and control, they are setting the pace. Four fresh releases tell the story: Fatima’s "proteje"m", Anie Alerte’s "Vwayaj", Rutshelle Guillaume’s "12 ERA", and Vanessa Desire’s "Full package". Across these albums you hear konpa, jazz vocals, hip hop in Creole, Afro fusion, and Creole R&B, all handled with skill. The blend feels fearless, and it raises the bar for al

By Haitianbeatz Is there a record that feels like nightfall, calm air, and soft city lights?  Chef D’Ooeuvre , the new album from Pierre Jean, lands right in that pocket. It is a silky, alternative listen with subtle konpa grooves tucked inside. Across 11 tracks, Pierre Jean builds a mellow, modern mood. This is not a traditional konpa record. It blends alt-pop and R&B textures with light guitar sway and syncopation. Features from King Street, Fatima Altiery, and T-jo Zenny a

By Haitianbeatz I was not paying much attention at first. The day was loud, my mind was busy, then Vanessa Desire’s voice cut through like sunlight on a gray room. The album is called  Full Package , and it holds 13 tracks that feel tight, polished, and intimate. Here is a focused review. I cover sound, vocals, writing, and the best moments to replay. This feels like a reintroduction, a reset with heart on display and range to match. The vibe in one line: sleek Konpa with pop

By Haitianbeatz Rutshelle’s “12 Era” Album Review: A 22-Track Statement in the HMI   How often do you see a 22-track album in the Haitian Music Industry today? The last big one many fans remember is Phantom’s classic “Oxygen” released in the 90’s, another 22-track marathon that became a reference point for the HMI. Now  “12 Era”  arrives, and Rutshelle is clearly not playing it safe. Instead of dropping a short, streaming-friendly project, she offers a long, layered album tha

Paris, November 11 2025 By Moses St Louis Last night belonged to KLASS. Fans arrived late, then poured in by waves, and the slow build outside turned into a surge inside. Adidas Arena was packed, except for two closed sections, and it still thumped like a full stadium. Konpa fans came to party, they sang, danced, and stayed in motion from the first drum hit to the last bow. The band dedicated the night to the  70th anniversary of Konpa dirèk , and you could feel the pride in

By Moses St Louis I touched down in Paris last night, November 2025, and the air felt electric. The taxi pulled onto wet streets, lights flickering on puddles, the city humming like a bassline. I came for the  Klass Adidas concert Paris  on Monday, but the vibe hit me right away. It felt like I had flown to Miami for a Compas Festival, not across the Atlantic. By the time I reached my place, I had already met three fans from the  Haitian diaspora in France . Two wore small fl

By Haitianbeatz Speaking to a very credible source Haitianbeatz has learned that Djakout #1 has canceled all remaining shows for the year after Thanksgiving Weekend because  Roro’s visa  will expire. This pause affects December dates and beyond, a busy stretch for holiday parties and year-end festivals. It matters to kompa fans, promoters, and planners who count on the band’s high-energy sets for big nights. This article covers what happened, why visas control tours, why Ror

By Haitianbeatz The Haitian Music Industry, or  HMI , runs on konpa, pop-compas, and creole pop. It feeds clubs in New York, radio in Miami, after-hours in Montreal, and festival stages in Paris and Boston. For decades, men led the charts and the big bands. That grip is loosening. A slow and steady shift is underway. Haitian female artists are pulling focus with strong singles, sharp visuals, and packed shows. Fatima’s bold solo headline at L’Olympia in Montreal sent a loud s

By Haitianbeatz Why would a band ignore repeated cease and desist letters? Why would they continue using a mark after the USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) flags a problem? And why would they skip court? In a trademark fight tied to the stylized mark “Zafem World Entertainment,” that is exactly what happened. A judge has now granted the plaintiffs’ motion for a default judgment in part. The Clerk first entered the defendants’ default under Rule 55(a). No one

By Haitianbeatz The Haitian music industry is buzzing. Fans and critics are debating  grammar in lyrics , sparked by Rutshelle Guillaume’s latest single, “Determinée.” Some listeners hear mistakes. Others hear style and intent. Who is right? Here is the simple truth. In songs, grammar bends. Artists use  poetic license in music  to fit melody, show character, create a mood, or reflect culture. What is poetic license in music ? “ the freedom a songwriter or composer takes with

By Haitianbeatz A bright groove, a steady pulse, and a voice that stands tall. That is the first hit of Rutshelle Guillaume’s new single,  “Determinée.” Here is the simple truth. “Determinée” shows a confident artist pairing konpa roots with Afro-pop shine, and it lands with heart. “Determinée” sits in a sweet mid-tempo pocket. It blends konpa groove with Afro-pop shimmer and pop polish. The beat is measured, not rushed, which lets the melodies breathe and the message sit fro

By Moses St Louis Thirty years of movement, music, and community. That is the spirit behind the world premiere of  : A Haitian Folktale Choreodrama , presented by Nadia Dieudonné & Feet of Rhythm Haitian Dance Company on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 5:00 PM at Anba Tonel, 1407 Flatbush, Brooklyn, in the heart of Little Haiti. This anniversary is more than a show. It is a special fundraising party with delicious Haitian food, great music, a live DJ, and a powerful dance perfo

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By Haitianbeatz A Modest Turnout for a Big City Moment New York loves a late-night album drop, and yesterday had that promise. Gabel brought their release to LK Lounge, aiming for a memorable city moment. However, it was a lukewarm night, with a modest crowd for a launch. I arrived a little after 1 AM, and someone mentioned that the band had just started. Gabel wasted no time, diving into new cuts like Beni , Selibatè , Ayisyen pou’n ta ye , Moun Dous , and Kle Paradi . The s

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