By Haitianbeatz On Thursday, November 20 at 10 AM, Haitian music will meet City Hall. New Yorkers will gather at 250 Broadway, 8th Floor (Hearing Room 2) as the City Council considers Resolution 987, which would declare July 26 as  Haitian Konpa Day  in New York City. A resolution is a formal statement from the City Council that shows the city’s support for an idea or cause. In this case, it says that Konpa, and Haitian music as a whole, deserve a permanent place in the city’

By Haitianbeatz For one night, Haitians did not talk only about fear, gunfire, or empty wallets.They talked about goals, saves, and a scoreboard that read  Haiti 2, Nicaragua 0 . Haiti has qualified for a major tournament for only the second time in 51 years. In the middle of violence, political chaos, and deep economic struggle, the national soccer team gave the country something rare and precious: joy. This win is more than a result on a field. It is a sign that Haiti can s

Nu Look inside Symphony Hall in Boston By Haitianbeatz Picture  Arly Larivière  and Nu Look on stage at Symphony Hall in Boston, a hall known for classical music, charity galas, and strict “please be quiet” rules. Now add Konpa fans who know every lyric, came to sing their lungs out, and do not like to stay in their seats. That mix alone makes the night feel like a bold experiment. Konpa is built on interaction. People sing, dance, shout lines back to the singer, and live ins

By Haitianbeatz Are the top  Haitian female artists  outsinging the men in 2024 to 2025? Yes, on pure vocal range and control, they are setting the pace. Four fresh releases tell the story: Fatima’s "proteje"m", Anie Alerte’s "Vwayaj", Rutshelle Guillaume’s "12 ERA", and Vanessa Desire’s "Full package". Across these albums you hear konpa, jazz vocals, hip hop in Creole, Afro fusion, and Creole R&B, all handled with skill. The blend feels fearless, and it raises the bar for al

By Haitianbeatz Is there a record that feels like nightfall, calm air, and soft city lights?  Chef D’Ooeuvre , the new album from Pierre Jean, lands right in that pocket. It is a silky, alternative listen with subtle konpa grooves tucked inside. Across 11 tracks, Pierre Jean builds a mellow, modern mood. This is not a traditional konpa record. It blends alt-pop and R&B textures with light guitar sway and syncopation. Features from King Street, Fatima Altiery, and T-jo Zenny a

By Haitianbeatz I was not paying much attention at first. The day was loud, my mind was busy, then Vanessa Desire’s voice cut through like sunlight on a gray room. The album is called  Full Package , and it holds 13 tracks that feel tight, polished, and intimate. Here is a focused review. I cover sound, vocals, writing, and the best moments to replay. This feels like a reintroduction, a reset with heart on display and range to match. The vibe in one line: sleek Konpa with pop