John Davis Stevenson
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John David Stevenson is a senior reporter and freelance music critic for The HMI Magazine as well as several other prestigious magazines and newspapers. With a deep passion for world music, his work explores the intersection of jazz and Haitian Vodou, uncovering their cultural significance and historical roots. While not a specialist in Compas, John offers a global perspective in his writing, providing nuanced and thought-provoking critiques thoughtful and insightful critiques that resonate beyond borders.
Contact: jdstevenson@haitianmusicindustry.com
Cut Short: The Impact of Funding Shortfalls on New Berklee Students and Minority Musicians
When Dreams Are Deferred, Who Pays the Price?In a world where talent is everywhere but opportunity is not, funding can be the fine line...
Building a Winning Band: Key Factors for Success
Without a work ethic, even the most talented artist will struggle to reach their full potential.
2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees Announced
By The Haitian Music Industry Magazine,Based on reporting by Melissa Ruggieri of USA Today, April 27, 2025A Night of Legends, Surprises, and Fan FavoritesThis...
Pope Francis: A Voice of Mercy and Change in Troubled Times
Religion - The passing of Pope Francis marks the end of a historic era, one defined by humility, bold reform, and global outreach. For...
Things You Didn’t Know About the American Past Politicians
Things You Should Know About Past PoliticiansFrom the gilded halls of the White House to the smoke-filled backrooms of Capitol Hill, American politics has...
Breaking
Dadou Pasquet: A Titan of Haitian Music Died This Morning
Legendary singer, guitarist, songwriter, and co-founder of Magnum Band...
Haiti Is Going to the World Cup: A Nation’s Dream Reborn
SPORTS - For the first time in generations, the...
Armstrong Jeune: The Voice That Still Echoes Through Time
Celebrity - In the golden decade of the 1990s,...




