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ARUBA CAISO & SOCA MONARCH 2026 WINNERS HONORED AT THE CASINO AT THE ST. REGIS ARUBA

The ACSM 2026 Prize Award Event took place this past Tuesday night at The Casino at St. Regis Aruba. The event, organized by Stichting Musica, was held to officially recognize the winners and finalists…

THE GRAND FINALE: ARUBA’S 72ND GRAND PARADE CONCLUDES IN A BLAZE OF GLORY. part 2 of 2

ORANJESTAD, ARUBA – As the sun dipped below the horizon this past Sunday, February 15, 2026, the energy in Oranjestad only intensified. Following the spectacular opening by the first four powerhouses—TOB, Dushi, Los…

ORANJESTAD SHINES: THE 72ND GRAND CARNIVAL PARADE TAKES OVER ARUBA-PART 1 OF 2

ORANJESTAD, ARUBA – The rhythm of the Caribbean took full control of the streets this past Sunday, February 15, 2026, as Aruba celebrated the pinnacle of its cultural calendar: the 72nd Grand…

SAN NICOLAS GLOWS: PARADA DI LUZ LIGHTS UP THE SUNRISE CITY

The streets of San Nicolas were transformed into a shimmering kaleidoscope of color and sound last night as the annual Parada di Luz (Parade of Lights) made its triumphant return. Residents and…

SAN NICOLAS STREETS GLOW WITH COLOR: 2026 CHILDREN’S PARADE AND BURING OF MOMITO

SAN NICOLAS, Aruba — The “Sunrise City” lived up to its name yesterday, Sunday, February 8, as the 72nd Aruba Carnival season continued its journey through the streets of San Nicolas. Thousands of…

GLOW & RHYTHMS: GROUP HIGHLIGHTS FROM ARUBA’ 2026 LIGHTING PARADE

The streets of Oranjestad pulsed with Soca and LED brilliance last night, February 7, as the  Grand Lighting Parade showcased the island’s premier Carnival groups. For the music community, the parade…

SUNSET VIBES AND HIGH ENERGY: NOORD’S INTERNATIONAL SUNSET PARADE SHINES

The streets of Noord were transformed into a vibrant sea of color and rhythm yesterday evening as the North International Sunset Parade took center stage. From the early afternoon, the atmosphere was with a…

THE ORANJESTAD CHILDREN’S PARADE WAS PURE MAGIC!

Oranjestad was absolutely glowing on Sunday afternoon! Our kids brought so much energy, rhythm, and joy to the streets, making this year’s Parada di Mucha one for the books. From the dazzling…

FROM WILDCARD TO WINNER: LORD LALLY’S HISTORIC SOCA MONARCH VICTORY

The spirit of San Nicolas was high this past Sunday morning as Aruba crowned its new Soca Monarch for 2026: Lord Lally. In a night defined by high-energy performances and an…

LOVE AND CALYPSO IN A REFINERY TOWN

On January 26th, at the Scol di Arte, the 10th edition of the Calypso Heritage Week was organized by Gregory Richardson. During this event, titled “Love and Calypso in a…

THE PULSE OF THE PAST: LORD LALLY REVIVES PART OF ARUBA’S CALYPSO LEGENDS

In Part 2 of our exclusive sit-down, Lord Lally transports us back to the golden age of Aruban Calypso. This wasn’t just an interview; it was a masterclass in cultural history. As…

THE BEAT GOES ON: NIGHT TWO OF ARUBA SOCA MONARCH PRE-FINALS DELIVERS MORE HITS

Following a high-energy opening, the second night of the Aruba Soca Monarch Pre-Finals at Centro di Bario Brazil kept the momentum surging. While the first night set a high bar, Wednesday evening…

SOCA MONARCH RECAP: 59 SONGS, 30 FINALISTS, ONE MASSIVE CELEBRATION

After a high-energy week of the Aruba Soca Monarch pre-finals, the island is buzzing with fresh rhythms for Carnaval 72. Held this past Tuesday and Wednesday nights at the Centro di…

HONORING A LEGEND: LORD LALLY INTERVIEW (PART 1)

In July 2025, we had the incredible honor of sitting down with a true icon of our culture—the legendary Lord Lally. This wasn’t your typical commercial interview. This was a raw,…

ARUBA CROWNS TUMBA ROYALITY: RESULTS FROM FESTIVAL DI TUMBA INFANTIL, HUBENIL Y GRANDI 2026

The rhythm of Tumba has spoken! Aruba has officially crowned its new Tumba Kings and Queen for the 72nd Carnival season. In a night filled with excellent arrangements, lyrical wit,…

ARUBA’S FUTURE STARS SHINE AT THE 2026 CALYPSO & ROADMARCH INFANTIL Y HUBENIL FESTIVAL

ORANJESTAD, ARUBA – The Carnival Village was on fire last night as the next generation of musical talent took center stage for the Calypso and Roadmarch Festival 2026 Infantil & Hubenil. The…

SAN NICOLAS SET TO SHINE: ALL SMAC EVENTS MOVE TO CARNIVAL VILLAGE FOR CARNAVAL 72

Aruba’s carnival spirit is heading “p’ariba” (up-south) this year! A major move for Carnaval 72, the Stichting Maneho di Carnaval Aruba (SMAC) has officially announced that all its signature events will…

ARUBA CARNIVAL 72 STARTED WITH A RECORD-BREAKING PARAD’I FLAMBEU!

Aruba’s favorite season is officially here! Carnival 72 came into life yesterday, January 3rd, with a record-breaking Parad’i Flambeu. More than 10,000 participants took to the streets of Oranjestad, lighting up the night and with…

EDJEAN SEMELEER WITH SPECTACULAR CONCERT 2025

Last Saturday, the Renaissance Convention Center was packed to capacity for Euforia 2025, a spectacular concert headlined by Aruban star Edjean Semeleer. From the moment the doors opened, the venue filled with…

JUAN LUIS GUERRA LIVE IN PARADISE 2025: A NIGHT TO REMEMBER IN ARUBA!.

On Saturday, December 13, 2025, the highly anticipated “Juan Luis Guerra Live in Paradise 2025” concert took place at the Aruba Harbour Arena. The event kicked off with entertainment at…

Downtown Oranjestad Shines at Vibracion Cultural art and music Festival 2025

ORANJESTAD, ARUBA – December 8, 2025 – The streets of Weststraat in Downtown Oranjestad was alive yesterday, December 7th, as the Vibracion Cultural x Downtown Food & Art Festival successfully attracted a large…

GRUPO DI BETICO KICKS OFF 2025 HOLIDAY PARANDA!

Grupo di Betico started their annual end-of-year Paranda for the 2025 season this past Friday, December 5th. They began the festive celebrations at the  Plaza Cafe, where every year they set a wonderful…

CHICAS CAITERAS WITH HISTORIC GALA CONCERT AT RENAISSANCE CONVETION CENTER

ORANJESTAD — On Saturday, November 29, 2025, Chicas Gaiteras presented a historic performance at a completely packed Renaissance Convention Center. The group held a spectacular Gala Show Concert where the audience remained fascinated…

OZONE ROCKS “BAN DEN CAYA BEK” HALLOWEEN EDITION

The concert by OZONE at the “Ban den caya bek” event took place last Friday, October 31st. The Halloween setting helped create a Rock-style Halloween atmosphere. As always, OZONE, with its variety of repertoire, successfully…

SUCCESSFUL EVENT OF “AMBIENTE CUNUCO CRIOYO” TOGETHER WITH SHON CABRITO

Last Sunday, the new tipico  group “AWARRI”organized “Ambiente Cunuco crioyo”. It was a very enjoyable afternoon where the public enjoyed a variety of local criollo food and nice cold drinks. The afternoon featured entertainment from the ‘Bienvenido’  (Caha di orgel), as…

AUTENTICO 2025 DELIVERS EXCEPTIONAL CULINARY AND LIVE MUSIC EXPERIENCE.

The Aruba Tourism Authority (A.T.A.) recently concluded another successful weekend for its Autentico 2025 festival. The festival started off with “Restaurant Week,” which ran from October 11th to the 17th…

GRUPO DI BETICO PREMIERES NEW VIDEOCLIP “PASA BON” FEATURING ROBERT JEAND’OR

ORANJESTAD, ARUBA – October 10, 2025 – Last Saturday, Grupo di Betico launched their most recent music video for the 2025 holiday season, which features a collaboration with the legendary Aruban artist Robert Jeand’or….

DIA DI BONEIRO CELEBRATED WITH LIVELY MUSIC AT PLAZA CAFE

Last night, Plaza Cafe buzzed with an energetic atmosphere as Bonaire Day was celebrated with musical performances. The event featured three distinct musical groups, each representing their respective island. For…

A NIGHT OF NOSTALGIA AND TRIBUTE AT BIBLIOTECA NACIONAL ARUBA

Thursday night, the Biblioteca Nacional Aruba hosted a memorable evening filled with the sounds of traditional Aruban music. The event served as a heartfelt tribute to two recently departed figures, Mr. Banchi Koolman and Mr.Roberto…

SCOL DI MUSICA RUFO WEVER INAUGURATES NEW ERA WITH GRAND CONCERT

Last night marked the beginning of a new era for Scol di musica Rufo Wever with a beautiful inaugural concert for its invited guests and the public. The evening featured performances by…

Interview of the week – Stephany Quandt y Caribbean Combo den Festival Cantica di Caya 2025

New Music

BAY LAGAMI – AVANTI X MAGY

GAITA ROCK – CHICAS GAITERAS OFFICIAL VIDEOCLIP 2025

PASA BON – GRUPO DI BETICO X ROBERT JEAND’OR

BOLOMBONCHI – Steelpan cover Ft Jeremy Lampe & Friends

D’Nova X LAMAR – Di Dje

DEN MEY MEY – DURO ENTERTAINMENT X MAIKY “CAMPO” OLIVA

“BIBA BO BIDA

– GOSPEL SOCA NA PAPIAMENTO BY GLEN PENN

CANT’I LAMA – SUONA X JANTHONY

Sendy Loefstop – Home (Official music video)