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In this Carnival Capsule, we pay tribute to some of the legendary calypso icons who paved the way, as today's rising stars honour their legacy through music.
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00:00Carnival Capsule is brought to you by Digicel. Digicel, the bigger, better network.
00:21The event Gone But Not Forgotten paid tribute to 11 musical icons
00:26whose signature styles have left an enduring impact on the culture.
00:30Their music remains widely celebrated today.
00:34Croissant Joseph, son of the late Calypso legend, sadly Penguin Joseph,
00:39delivered a melodic tribute to his father's hit songs, earning an encore from the audience.
00:56Shalon Bailey channeled the essence of his father, The Mighty Shadow, in his performance.
01:11He admitted it was difficult to choose which of his father's many hits to perform,
01:16but based on the audience's response, his selections were clear crowd-pleasers.
01:26Circus star Nadia Batson honored one of the queens of Calypso, the late Denise Plummer, with a heartfelt tribute.
01:56Mr. Shark delivered a spirited performance in tribute to the inventor of soca music, Ras Shortiay.
02:26The event was held over the weekend at the National Academy for the Performing Arts, both at its north and south campuses.
02:38The highly talented cast was backed by Vince Rivers and the Kai Soka Unit,
02:43delivering a live musical experience, benefiting the occasion.
02:56I am Aksha Gulston with tonight's Carnival Capsule.
03:12Carnival Capsule was brought to you by Digicel.
03:20Digicel, the bigger, better network.
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