Windward Caribbean Kulture - Wikipedia
WCK or Windward Caribbean Kulture, was formed in 1988 by a group of young Dominican musicians. This group came together to fill a void left by several of Dominica 's most internationally recognized bands, such as Exile One, Grammacks and the …
Bouyon pioneers, WCK, receive top recognition ... - Dominica News Online
Jul 12, 2018 · During its 31-year existence, WCK or Windward Caribbean Kulture, released about 14 albums in their largely successful efforts to gain regional and international recognition for Bouyon – the music they created.
WCK statement on the ‘cutting of ties’ with ... - Dominica News Online
Aug 23, 2022 · We still hope that a man who speaks of “truth, love, and righteousness” would first demonstrate those values within the musical family he has continuously hurt so badly and for so long, before seeking to be a public advocate of such ideals. WCK would like to thank all those who contributed to the band’s development in whatever capacity.
Bouyon in Dominica - a virtual Dominica
The group WINDWARD CARIBBEAN KULTURE (WCK Band) of Dominica created this new musical phenomenon called Bouyon. Bouyon is a fusion of Cadence-Lypso and the traditional Jing Ping sounds of Dominica. This beat becomes complete when blended with pulsating drums in a digital style.
First-ever Bouyon Music Festival takes off in NYC - Dominica News Online
Aug 27, 2024 · The first Bouyon Festival in New York took place on Saturday, August 25, at Amadeus Nightclub in Queens, attracting a full house of enthusiastic attendees. The event aimed to promote Caribbean unity, and reportedly, featured a colorful array of flags from different Caribbean nations.
Inaugural Bouyon festival celebrates island nation of Dominica in …
Aug 29, 2024 · The Windward Caribbean Kulture (WCK Band) pioneered and elevated the musical genre to the world stage. Saturday’s event featured a lineup of well-known Dominican artists, including Triple...
Bouyon Fest New York 2024: A game-changing music ... - Caribbean …
Aug 20, 2024 · This unique blend is what sets Bouyon apart and promises to bring an exciting and fresh musical experience to all attendees. Pioneered by the iconic Windward Caribbean Kulture (WCK Band), Bouyon merges Cadence-Lypso with Jing Ping sounds, enhanced by pulsating drums and digital beats, making it a global musical phenomenon.
Dominica's Bouyon Therapy - Soca News
Aug 20, 2020 · Dominica’s music industry created cadence, then cadence-lypso, and much later the popular bouyon – which in part was developed in Cornell Phillip’s own home studio. Bouyon was first popularised by the then leading bouyon band on the island, WCK (Windward Caribbean Kulture), and more recently by Triple Kay and Asa Banton.
BOUYON STYLE - Generation Y Dominica
Feb 9, 2021 · Familiar songs and rhythms like ‘Kulture Shock,’ ‘BandWagon,’ and the ever popular ‘Balance Batty’ are commonly known to all who live or grew up here in Dominica. These are songs of WCK (officially meaning Windward Caribbean Kulture), formed in 1986.
Bouyon music at the crossroads | Spotlight | The Sun
Jul 29, 2016 · A column by Ian Jackson that explores the history, challenges and future of Bouyon, a Dominican musical genre. Learn about the origins, influences, controversies and innovations of Bouyon and its artists.