By Haitianbeatz  Ask anyone close to the Haitian Music Industry and you’ll hear the same story: HMI vocalists push their voices hard,...

By Moses St Louis Every summer, Klass fans count down to a night on the water that’s packed with sweat, laughter, and unmatched energy....

By Haitianbeatz The rise of Compas Direct in Haiti wasn’t just about a catchy new beat; it changed the way the country danced, played, and lived music. Back in the ’50s, Nemours Jean Baptiste and his band set the pace, taking traditional sounds and turning them into something powerful and fresh. From crowded dance halls to dusty schoolyards, Compas became the heartbeat of Haitian culture. As new talents like Webert Sicot and Richard Duroseau joined forces or branched off, the

By Moses St Louis Twelve years ago, I organized an event at Kinanm, a small spot tucked away in Downtown Brooklyn. The place buzzed with...

By Haitianbeatz Stories like this don’t come around every day. On August 8, the Haitian community will claim its moment in the spotlight...

By Moses St Louis Councilmember Rita Joseph is pushing for New York City to recognize July 26 as Haitian Konpa Day, through Resolution...

By Moses St Louis Nothing quite matches the excitement of a packed Friday night at SOBS, especially when the iconic Haitian dance party...

By Haitianbeatz Since the 1980s, waves of Haitian families have shaped New York’s neighborhoods, bringing their culture and energy with...

By Haitianbeatz It had been years since I last went to a  Kaï show, so walking back into Moonlight Corner brought a rush of old memories....

By Haitiabeatz For five decades, Haitian Americans United for Progress (HAUP) has opened doors and created lasting change for countless...

By Moses St Louis When Richie from Klass raised the issue of colorism in Haitian society, the shock in the HMI was almost loud enough to...

By Haitianbeatz Gabel is back with their long-awaited album ‘Infinity,’ and music lovers are buzzing. There’s real hype here, not just...

By Haitianbeatz Energy buzzed through Virginia Key Beach as Sum Fest opened its gates, returning to the roots where Compas Festival first...

By Moses St Louis Eight years ago today, Mickael Guirand took a brave step, leaving Carimi and starting fresh with Vayb. Since then, the...

By Moses St Louis Bayo took over Barclays Center last night, marking a pivotal moment for Haitian music. From the first note, the...

By Moses St Louis Haitian music fans know there’s no shortage of drama when bands like Klass and TVice hit the headlines. Things heated...

By Haitianbeatz Michaël Brun knows how to spark a dance floor, and this summer, he’s bringing the energy to Brooklyn. Born in Haiti and...

By Moses St Louis The Haitian music community is mourning a huge loss. Richard Duroseau, co-founder of Konpa and a true driving force...

By Haitianbeatz If you grew up listening to Haitian music, you know Phantoms changed the game. With their bold mix of konpa, rock, and...

By Haitianbeatz Kenny Desmangles has been the quiet force behind some of the biggest moments in Haitian music. For years, he's been the...