Sandro “Dro” Martelly: The Underrated Star of Haitian Pop Music
MIAMI, FL - Born on December 9, 1992, Sandro Martelly—better known by his stage name Dro—is a rising force in Haitian music whose talent,...
SunFest 2025: From Port-au-Prince to Miami, A Festival Reborn
What began as a cultural heartbeat pulsing through the streets of Haiti has now transformed into an international celebration of resilience, rhythm, and reinvention. SunFest,...
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...
Murielle Leconte: The Designer Who Dressed a Nation
From Dance to Design, from Canvas to Courage—A Spotlight on the Living Icon of Haitian FashionBy HMI Magazine – Spotlight SectionShe is known as...
Pope Leo XIV: The First American Pope Ushers in a New Era of Global Catholicism
Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, deeply rooted in Latin America, brings a voice of unity, charity, and missionary dialogue to the Vatican as the world’s 270th pontiff
Pope Francis: A Voice of Mercy and Change in Troubled Times
The Jesuit Pope Who Reshaped the Catholic Church and Captivated the WorldBy The HMI Magazine Editorial BoardIn Memoriam Feature | April 21, 2025The Haitian...
Carimi’s Grand Finale at UBS Arena and the Anticipated Miami Show: A Reunion to Remember
Carimi’s reunion is more than just a concert series—it’s a cultural event that unites generations of fans and celebrates the enduring legacy of Haitian music. As they prepare to take the stage in Miami, one question lingers:
Buyu Ambroise: When Roots Give Wings…
Buyu Ambroise is a direct descendant of General Magloire Ambroise of Jacmel, one of the signers of the Act of Independence, and the nephew of Jean-Jacques Dessalines Ambroise, a notable opponent of the Duvalier regime.
Reynald Valme: The Rhythmic Soul of Tabou Combo
He stands as the only Haitian conga player from a major Haitian band to have toured with an international icon like Jimmy Buffett.
Smoye Noisy Presses Forward with “Lekòl Lavi” to Honor Late Son
In Honor of his Late son, Smoye Noisy is Preparing to Expand "Lekòl Lavi"
