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Vakam: A Triumphant New Chapter in Haitian Music

Compas The HMI Magazine - June 12, 2025

A Bold Vision Realized — Vakam Makes Its Mark A Triumphant Debut with Poise and PrecisionIn an industry that demands consistency, creativity, and courage, the...

T-Vice Steals the Spotlight: The Unfinished Set That Won the 2025 Haitian Compas Festival

Awards The HMI Magazine - May 29, 2025

How a Sudden Shutdown Elevated T-Vice to Iconic Status and Overshadowed the Competition MIAMI, FL — May 2025 | When the lights dimmed at Nomi...

Robert Martino: The Guitar Virtuoso Who Revolutionized Haitian Music

Compas The HMI Magazine - April 30, 2025

Robert Martino’s contributions to Haitian music are immeasurable. As a guitar virtuoso, band leader, and innovator, he helped shape the sound of mini-jazz and compas, pushing the genre to new artistic heights.

Phyllisia Ross: The Bright Star of the HMI Shining Across Borders

Compas The HMI Magazine - April 26, 2025

Ross is not only a vocalist but a trained pianist, composer, songwriter, and producer.

Groove Architect: The Untold Story of Bassist Yves Albert Abel

Compas Jean Claude Gilles - April 13, 2025

Yves Albert Abel wasn’t just laying down grooves—he was building the architectural framework of Haitian music.

Zafem: A Harmonious Fusion of Talent and Mystery

Compas The HMI Magazine - April 11, 2025

Zafem stands in its own category—and many believe it will remain that way for years to come.

Medjy Toussaint: A Triumphant Return

Compas The HMI Magazine - April 5, 2025

Medjy Toussaint’s return to the stage with the 48 Rebecca concert was more than a musical performance; it was a cultural moment.

The Legend of Gesner Henri, Also Known as Coupe Cloue

Compas The HMI Magazine - April 5, 2025

Gesner Henri would sing and play guitar before matches or during team curfews, quietly planting the seeds for his lasting legacy.

Ralph Condé: The Guitar Genius Who Conquered the HMI Twice

Compas The HMI Magazine - April 1, 2025

Ralph Condé’s story isn’t just about musical connections. It’s about reigniting and redefining the sound of Haitian popular music.

Tabou Combo: The Global Ambassadors of Haitian Music

Hall Of Fame The HMI Magazine - March 26, 2025

Reasoning Analysis: Why The HMI Magazine Inducted Tabou Combo into the Hall of Fame. Tabou Combo represents the best of Haitian artistry—a band that refuses to be confined by borders, bringing the spirit of Haiti to the world through rhythm, melody, and passion.

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