Caribbean Corner

Dominica’s rising dancehall artist Supalyne is back with an exciting new release that’s sure to turn heads. Teaming up with the fierce and unapologetic $hyanne, their latest track, “Bounce,” is set to take the airwaves by storm. Born Shain Alexander in Fond Cole, Dominica, Supalyne has been carving out a name for himself on the island and beyond with his unique blend of dancehall, reggae, hip hop and bouyon music. Growing up in Dominica, Supalyne developed a deep love for music from a young age, watching Chris Brown’s “Run It” on BET, and eventually shaping his style by fusing elements of Caribbean rhythms with modern urban beats. “’Bounce’ is more than just a party anthem; it’s an infectious, high-energy track that highlights Supalyne’s versatility and lyrical prowess,” Dominican entertainment promoter Jael Joseph, of ACEM, told Caribbean Life . “Featuring a commanding performance by $hyanne, the song brings a dynamic and empowering vibe that’s bound to resonate with fans,” sh...

A week after Grenada threw a huge party, motorcade and presentation of gifts for three medalists at the just-concluded Paris Olympics, fellow Eastern Caribbean island nation of Dominica on Sunday did likewise for triple jumper Thea La Fond-Gadson who brought the first ever Olympic medal to the Emerald Island. La Fond-Gadson, her husband and coach Aaron as well as other family members rode in a state vehicle and motorcade from the main airport at Portsmouth in the north to Roseau in the capital as thousands of Dominicans lined the streets, waving flags and congratulating her on not only winning the island nation’s first medal, but a gold in the triple jump. Dressed in a tracksuit of local colors, Thea used crutches to support herself because she recently underwent surgery for a troublesome right knee that had started acting up earlier this year. She said that she had had no intention of missing Paris so she worked through the pain barrier until bagging the gold medal. “The doctor s...