The BVI’s very own Monéa has secured a nomination at the Caribbean Music Awards, placing her firmly amongst a dynamic class of breakout dancehall talents including Armanii, Malie Donn, and Lady Lava. This recognition underscores Monéa’s growing influence and impact on the contemporary Caribbean music scene.
Monéa’s versatility as an artist is underscored by her inclusion in the Caribbean R&B Artist of the Year category, where she stands alongside acclaimed Bajan singer Amanda Reifer, Jamaican vocalists Tosh Alexander D’yani, and her former collaborator Dexta Daps. This placement is a testament to the genre-bending nature of her music, with her signature sound, aptly coined “Tropikana” – a captivating fusion of dancehall and pop – continuing to attract and convert fans across the globe.
In its third annual celebration, the Caribbean Music Awards, held Labor Day weekend in New York, shines a spotlight on impactful artists, producers, and industry figures across a diverse spectrum of Caribbean genres. This year’s nominations feature over 150 individuals across more than 40 categories, including fellow artists from the U.S. Virgin Islands such as Pressure, Pumpa, Th3rd, Star Martin, and Kruziano.
The Caribbean Music Awards are presented by the Caribbean Elite Group, publishers of Caribbean Elite Magazine, a prominent platform showcasing Caribbean culture, entertainment, and entrepreneurship.
Voting for the awards is now open to the public at the Caribbean Music Awards website and will continue until Friday, May 1st. Virgin Islanders and fans worldwide are encouraged to show their support for Monéa by voting before the deadline.
History has been made today as Monéa is the first artist from the British Virgin Islands to be recognized by the annual event. This nomination comes at an exciting time for Monéa, as she gears up for the release of her highly anticipated sophomore album, “Tropikana Vol. 2: Mood Swings,” this summer.