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Here are my 2023 cultural trend predictions. 

1. Music Artists will have to embody a content creator mindset in the age of social media relevance. 
2. TikTok Challenges impacting usage in the U.S. competitive apps, advertising and short form video in totality 
3. More non-English music will lead charts U.S. and global charts(focus on rhythms and beats the resonate with people)
4. Caribbean artists/producers/labels exploring legal options for usage rights
5. Economic challenges impacting everyone including artists
6. Continued focus on Mental Health, more personalization
7. Increase usage and new brands with Non-alcoholic drinks (i.e. non-alcoholic beer, wine, and cocktails) 
8. Increased cost of Travel (Budget vs Luxury travel, group travel trips,, all inclusive, cruises will be back) 

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Sean Paul recently celebrated the 20th Anniversary of the release of Sean’s Grammy-winning album, Dutty Rock originally released in 2002, with consecutive hits from the album including “Gimme the Light”, “Like Glue”, “I’m Still in Love with You”, and “Get Busy” and his duet with Beyonce “Baby Boy. 

In this episode, Belizean-American creative entrepreneur, Andrea K. Castillo, joins me as we reminisce about the iconic album. We discuss our personal connections to the Dutty Rock album, how the diaspora played a role in its’s success, its musical and cultural significance. 

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As 2022 comes to a close, Alexandria joins me to discuss the top events and topics we talked about in 2022. From the biggest moments to impactful conversations. We reflect on which of those discussions had a lasting resonance for us both. Tune in as we explore our top picks together.

1. Scammer series on Netflix (Finding Anna & tindr Swindler)
2. Black women assault/murders/kidnapping on high alert
3. Grammys Winner SOJA 2022 / 2023 
4. Spice (Love & Hip Hop, Grammy Nomination) 
5. Queen of England’s death
6. Will Smith Oscar Slap
7. BET Awards DJ Cassidy’s Pass the Mic featuring 90s Dancehall artists
8. Nicki Minaj “Likkle Miss” Remix- Skeng - 9 Caribbean Dancehall and Soca Artists
9. Machel Montano Concert (Barclays Center) 40 year anniversary in Soca music 
10. Burna Boy touring Caribbean

What was the most talked about event or topic for you?

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Do you have a song that you dislike, if not despise? What about a song that completely irritates you? What about songs that are simply overplayed?

It's no secret that some songs absolutely grate on your nerves. Whether it's the ear-piercing opening notes, the grating vocals, or the fact that it's been played on repeat for what feels like an eternity. Chris, Alexandria, and Kerry-Ann join Mikelah in this episode to discuss dancehall and reggae songs that they dislike, are annoyed by, and are overplayed. They discuss how overexposure can ruin even a good song. Whether you love them or despise them, there's no denying that these songs hold a special place in our hearts...or, at the very least, in our heads.

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In this episode, Mikelah is joined by guest host Chris and producer of the Style & Vibes podcast, Kerry-Ann to discuss some of the memorable episodes of the podcast that listeners should check out. 

Mikelah and Kerry-Ann share some of their favorite episodes, including ones that made them laugh, ones that inspired them, and ones that challenged them. They also offer some advice for new listeners on which episodes are a good place to start. Whether you're a new listener or a longtime fan, this episode is a great way to explore some of the best that the podcast has to offer.

Episodes mentioned:

• Afrobeats Connection
• Cultural Currency and Cultural Currency Revisited
• Domestic Violence
• Edley Shine 
• Gyallis Culture
• Kabaka Pyramid 
• Kreyolicious
• Miss Pat - VP Records
• Noah Powa
• Reggae Sumfest 2019 
• Rihanna Impact
• Tarrus Riley
• Verzuz Reflection and DJ Kurt Riley

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It’s been a year since I took maternity leave from the Style & Vibes podcast, and I’m so excited to be back!  In this episode, I'm thrilled to be joined by my good friend Chris Williams, Associate Publisher of WhereItzAt Magazine, as guest host. We had a great time chatting about the birth of Style & Vibes the platform, the transition to podcasting, where I've been, some of my favorite guests, what I'm looking forward to and everything in between.

It’s been an amazing journey so far, and I’m so grateful to have had the opportunity to take a break and spend time with my family; but I’m also excited to reconnect with all of the listeners. Looking forward to what the future holds. Thanks for tuning in!

Some episodes mentioned:

• Andrew Clarke, Braata
• Edley Shine
• Etana
• K'Coneil
• Walshy Fire

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The Style & Vibes podcast will be on a break until further notice. In this quick update, I’m sharing why and what you can expect. While I’m unsure of how long this break will be, you can most certainly catch up on any old shows you may have missed or re-listen to some of your favorites. You can also keep up with me, Style & Vibes inna real life, on my personal Twitter and Instagram 

Happy Holidays, wishing you all the best in the new year and until next time...lata mi peeps.

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Glenroy March aka D’Marsh, Jamaican-born New York based fashion designer, tastemaker and chief couturier of the revered design brand, House of D’Marsh has been driving creative  conversations in the fashion industry for almost two decades. In this episode we discuss D’Marsh’s career from grade school in Jamaica to teaching master classes in Ghana during the pandemic. He shares the importance of staying true to his vision, maintaining a humble spirit and being creative while learning the business quickly.

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Swizz Beatz and Timbaland took their Verzuz platform to the next level utilizing dancehall once again and organized the Verzuz Iconz concert the night before KRS One Verzuz Big Daddy Kane. Held at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY dancehall legend Super Cat headlined the concert with special guests including Wyclef & the Refugee Sound, TeeJay, Kranium, Dexta Daps, Konshens, Baby Cham, Barrington Levy, King Addies Sound System and Smif n Wessun.

This was great for the culture! In this episode i’m breaking down everything that went well and opportunities to improve including:

• Verzuz concert series
• Why it was good for the culture
• Super Cat and guests’ performances
• Stage show and soundclash basics and more

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With a background in media and event production, Althea Blackford is the founder of Boston Caribbean Fashion Week. She has worked with many emerging and established designers over her two decade fashion career. With a cultural background from Barbados and Jamaica, Althea wanted to create an event that celebrates her Caribbean heritage and culture while providing a platform for designers to showcase their collection and connect with other fashion professionals. She created the Boston Caribbean Fashion Week in August 2013.

In this episode we talk a bit about her career and why she started Boston Caribbean Fashion Week, challenges and pivoting the event during COVID and where designers need the most support. 

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