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
PapJazz: A Beacon of Jazz and Hope in a Besieged Capital
Their efforts brought music, hope, connection, and resistance, the essence of Haitian resilience. In these moments of unity, Haiti found a reason to sing again.
Melanie Charles: A Jazz-Fused Force Rooted in Haitian Soul
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Boukman Eksperyans: Pioneers of the Haitian Roots Music
From their explosive debut at the 1991 Haitian carnival to their international success, Boukman Eksperyans has continuously challenged power structures, reclaimed Haiti’s cultural heritage, and amplified the voices of the marginalized.
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Erol Josué: The Voodoo Master Preserving Haiti’s Spiritual and Cultural Legacy
Beyond his musical endeavors, Erol Josué has become a cultural and spiritual ambassador for Haiti.
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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,...




