Trinidad & Tobago is a special place. It’s special because, on one hand, its history of colonial oppression creates a deep, diverse and developed national identity based on African, Indian, Chinese and European expression. On the other hand, the proliferation of top-40 American culture creates a false sense of groupthink, marginalizing independent thinkers, creators and trendsetters, forcing them to dilute their ideas and philosophies in order to make a living.
Boiler Room has a wide range of opportunities to connect with and display the various levels of globally and locally relevant waves happening in the Trinbagonian music and art landscape right now. From the trendgliders at the top that have a global presence to the those on the ground preserving and reinventing the musical legacy of the oppressed, Trinidad & Tobago has a rich, rhythmic culture that comes to life in a frenetic and flamboyant way every year for Carnival; the deep complexity and energy of Trinbagonian culture makes Carnival the best party in the world.
The following pages feature some thoughtstarters to digest and consider for a Boiler Room Trinidad Carnival broadcast.