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Naki Is Talking In Tongues
Entertainment Macco

As we get ready for 2011 Trinidad Carnival season, We at Entertainment Macco have been checking out all the new music releases and we came across a really interesting number by Nzunaki "Naki" Tuitt, is a Toronto-based talented recording artiste,  and  songwriter. Although she has been involved in the Entertainment Industry for some time, she remains relatively new to the Soca scene. For C2K11, Naki is featured on Ma$tamind Production's "D Tin-Pan Riddim" and she has many wondering who the sassy talent is. Entertainment Macco had the opportunity to catch up with Naki for the 2nd time and boy did we grill her....

Entertainment Macco: Describe Naki; who are you?
Naki: “I am an artiste; a writer, singer and performer. I am a spiritual being, a loving person and a warrior. I am a social worker. I am a daughter, a sister and a great friend.” 

Entertainment Macco: As a female, what is a major obstacle for you have to overcome to be in the entertainment industry?
Naki:  “I have to maintain a level head and ignore the unwanted advances of men when I am in music mode. Big Annoyance and huge obstacle in more ways than one!!! When I on music I wanna be on music and nothing else, leave d sh*t talk and ego for when we done record and pushing out tunes. It doesn't always work that way. People start toting feelings mixing it with the business of music and next ting yunno, song hold up.”

Entertainment Macco: Now I have been following you for a while, so I know you were into Calypso music, why the change to Soca?
Naki:  “I haven't really changed or switched to Soca. I am just giving Kaiso a slight rest. It’s where I started and where I got my stage experience. I love that art form so I will never fully divorce it. But I am just investing more energy into Soca right now. It’s like my love affair.”

Entertainment Macco: Are you singing strictly Soca now, if yes, why did you make that decision?
Naki: “Well, I certainly will be focusing on Soca the most, but I am not limited to that genre.  Look just 2 weeks ago I recorded a sweet reggae.  Music is music, but I need to beat this iron while it’s hot, so Soca is top priority for this year and the next few.”

Entertainment Macco: You are relatively new to the industry but I still have to ask, what about the industry really grinds your nerves? What would you like to change?
Naki: “I want dj's to play good music and stop waiting for you to be their friend or in their camp to play it. I want people to be more open-minded and receptive to new ideas.  Stop being bandwagonists. I want Soca ambassadors and Soca lovers to stop being so tunnel visioned. Put love over money and you will still be rich financially. It have enough for everybody to eat man. Also, to the men, take it easy on the ladies, nuh. Macco if I tell you how many times tears come to my eyes cause I wanna talk music and the other person wanna talk something else. I go home and tell my manager/friends "dat's it, ah done!!!...."

Entertainment Macco: I am hearing something about you “Talking In Tongues” (haha), what is that about? Who wrote the song?
Naki: “Talking in Tongues is epic. Any woman can relate.  It’s a sexual song about a man giving you so much sweetness that you can’t even talk, words fail you, you feel like u in a different dimension. Tameka Jarivs George of Antigua wrote that song. She is so creative and I’m glad she chose me to sing it.”

Entertainment Macco:  Where did the idea come? Is it that you were approached by the songwriter or you went to her with the idea?
Naki: “The way this came about was almost too good to be true. Tameka wanted a chance to write I wanted a chance to sing. My manager Natasha, made the union. She said to Tameka, "Ah want something risky and sexy for Naki". Initially we worked on another song and scrapped that idea earlier in the year. When De Tin-pan came up Tameka wrote to it in no time and sent it back to my manger. They both said "see if you like that". Initially I said NO and I’ll think about it, Because it was so 'risqué' but by the next day the "katooonkas" were stuck in my head and ah couldn't stop singing it.”

Entertainment Macco: How did you end up on De Tin-Pan riddim?
Naki: “Well again, my manager Natasha told me we have a wicked riddim, you can write something or I can get a song for you to sing on it. I loved that riddim the first couple seconds of hearing it.  I would listen to it on repeat to and from work. I still wrote another song for it you know. But I couldn't resist that "stickaakaatoonka" on it.  Big props to Ma$tamind who is one of the most talented and patient producers I know. He really cooks up this musical madness in minutes.”
Entertainment Macco: What has the feedback been like so far?
Naki: “So far it’s getting a nice buzz. I’m grateful because it really was a risk. But I'm happy dj's are having fun with it trying to translate the chorus. Men messaging me asking if they could "honker my horn" or make me TiT (Talk in Tongues) and women asking "Naki, is talking in tongues you say? I never get that" hahahahah.  People wondering and asking so that’s good. And it’s a plus that the entire riddim is hot!”

Entertainment Macco: So hear nah, a man ever made you talk in tongues?
Naki: “Yuh putting me on blast EM, You is really a macco boy. Let’s just say ah come REALLLL close. I have a song called "Weakness" that I wrote,  to drop later on in the year and that will tell you what does make me TiT. lol.”

Entertainment Macco: Is it fair to assume that you have a man in your life? If yes, what do you look for in a man, if no; what are you looking for?
Naki: “Girl, you should’ve asked me what my most elusive goal is. I'd say a good man. I am surely interested in someone but I am officially single because a lot of men fear commitment and I refuse to lower my standards. I’m good enough to be one man's Queen, alone and I won’t share my throne. All I want is commitment. Spirituality and Intelligence, Honesty and Respect are a must. He should be ambitious and must have some swag going on yes and it would be a definite plus if they are into music.”

Entertainment Macco: What does sexy mean to you?
Naki: “Sexy is an Energy, An attitude, An Aura, ah Vibe…yuh get the drift right? It’s how you present. You can be in a 'pom pom' shorts and belly top and still not be sexy, you can be thrashy..…someone else can come and pull of the same 'sexy' you were aiming for in that same outfit because they give off a different energy. It has to do with confidence and the intent behind your dress, speech, walk and attitude. You can’t come across as force ripe or trying too hard.”

Entertainment Macco: Talking about sexy, I maccoed a picture on your facebook fanpage that is quite sexy; with your back is naked, are you concerned about how you would be perceived by others when they look at that picture or worried about a backlash?
Naki: “Well I’m glad you find it sexy and not thrashy. No and No. The people that care about me do though. They warned me "Naki, not this one, take it down".  But I’m a stubborn Taurus. The words of the song TiT, if you listen are ten times sexier than the image of a naked back.  Also I am of age. I am singing a very sexy song so I didn’t see the need  to come out in a full linen suit like when I'm singing my kaiso. The message is different, the audience is different. If I get a backlash for that then I can take the heat. People will talk regardless, even if I put on a hijab.”
Entertainment Macco: What message are you trying to send with the picture?
Naki:  “Honestly, I'm not trying to SEND ANY message with the picture. The message is in the music. I am just being me..when I am a hard back 40 or 50 yr old woman with child you won’t be seeing my naked back….but right now that’s just one tiny aspect of my persona. If there is any message at all it’s BE YOURSELF!! Don't fake da funk.” 

Entertainment Macco: Since your back outside, I had time to notice a tattoo, also the last time we met up I saw a few as well (grins), Tell me about them, do you ink for fun or are they meaningful? (share them)
Naki:  “hmmm Macco again. lol. …I don't ink for fun…haha….it stings you know.  lol. But every tattoo that I got I thought about it for at least 6mths-a yr before getting it. My first tattoo on my back I got on my 20th birthday, it’s an ankh with a dove resting on it; it represents femininity, eternity and peace: Peace Eternally. The next is a small black panther on my ankle it represents strength, resilience and mystery. Lawd so many.”
Entertainment Macco: Haha....
Naki: “I have a music note behind my ear, that represents the love for the music that’s always in my head. I have "Love Life" on my wrists. My full name Nzunaki means "God's gift is Greatest" and I believe His greatest gifts are Love and life. Almost there, I got one of my favourite bible verses "When I fall I shall Rise, When I sit in Darkness the Lord shall be my light" on my inner left arm; that's self explanatory.”
Entertainment Macco: Some deep stuff....
Naki:  “The Last one I got on Dec31st 2010 on my shoulder says "Perfectly Imperfect" and it’s about self love and embracing your perfect-self amidst your imperfections. They are all mostly in discreet places. One more and I’m done!! My dad will kill me. lol.”
Entertainment Macco: Now is a really good time to worry about your dad...lol

Entertainment Macco: Growing up in the Caribbean most people don’t talk about sexuality; it is still quite taboo, however this song is really direct. Is it safe to say that you are very direct and open about your sexuality..Are you worried how you would be perceived?
Naki: “I’m quite shy behind closed doors when it comes to sex and sexuality you know. But I like to live vicariously through my music. I'm direct and open about life, sexuality included. I’m not afraid to speak/sing my mind nor am I that worried about perception because I don't do or say anything that I can’t backup or stand behind. People will always talk.”

Entertainment Macco: What is the one thing you want to be recognized for in the industry?
Naki: “Ah know you said one. But I have TWO. Versatility as an artiste and Being a great ambassador for our culture!!”

Entertainment Macco: What do you think sets you apart from other females in the industry?
Naki: “I have much respect for all my female counterparts in the industry and I believe they are all unique in there own way and I do not compare myself. I am not scared to try new things I am not scared to mash people's corns because I don't depend on soca to eat or pay my bills.”

Entertainment Macco: So you are not a full-time artiste?  What industry are you employed in?
Naki: “Currently I am not. I wouldn't mind it though. I am also a social worker.  I currently work with youths 13-25years at a youth drop-in centre/group home. I deal with at risk youths, homelessness, addictions, mental health, abuse, employment etc and I really love my job. If I had all the money in the world I'd still be doing music and social work.”
Entertainment Macco: Wow.....talented, ambitious and career driven

Entertainment Macco: Can we expect more music from you for the season?
Naki: “Which season? Dry season, or wet season? (joking) My producer said the other day "There is life after Carnival"…so there will be no more songs for the TRINI carnival season, but Yes definitely, I have a couple things waiting to drop when the bacchanal subsides. I don't want to be an artiste just releasing tracks for Carnival. This year I'm gonna be turning it up a notch and raining songs on them.”

Entertainment Macco: Are you having difficulties as far as airplay is concerned?
Naki: “Yesssssss and no, But I am not one to gripe though.  I believe if you stay positive, persistent and consistent and yuh good…eventually they have no choice but to play the music. As a foreign based artiste, it’s a challenge getting airplay "home". Out here you have to do the ground work to make yourself and your product visible. This song Talking in Tongues is getting some good buzz so next tune, I hope not as many people should be asking "Who is this Naki?"

Entertainment Macco:  What is your most proud/cherished memory/moment?
Naki: “There isn't ONE, that I can pick. At every phase of my journey in life there have been hallmarks that I cherish immensely. Passing all my cxc and A-Levels was one, succeeding in Kaiso another, Getting my Degree another, writing, recording and performing my own music another, buying meh car, a next..lol……there are too many and to herald one over the other would b unfair…yunno”

Entertainment Macco: What about regrets, do you have any?
Naki: “I was gonna say a profound Yessss but I would have to explain and that guy would know is he ah talking bout so NO….The Mistakes I make aren't really mistakes they are opportunities for growth and learning and strengthening my character, so naahh…Whatever happened, happened for a reason. No Regrets.”
Entertainment Macco: Haha @ that guy will know!

Entertainment Macco: Is there anything, if given the opportunity you would change about yourself?
Naki: “Yes, I'd work on my hastiness, my hot mouth and my spending habits, somebody say shopaholic.”

Entertainment Macco: If you could work with one artiste; Caribbean based or otherwise, who would it be and why?
Naki: “You asking answers man. Machel is the first. I don't care if it is when he is in a rocking chair he has to come say "Huuuy" on my track but I value and admire than man's persistence, dedication, work ethic and passion. He is a true true Artiste. Next I wouldn't mind sharing the stage with artistes like Lauryn Hill and Pink, they are so free. In the Caribbean?? Black Stalin, Kartel,  JahBami, Lil Rick, Lyrikal, and Destra, these are energetic and talented people but you said ONE right? Lol”

Entertainment Macco:  Why do you think there are more successful men in the entertainment industry than women?
Naki: “Because they say "this is a man's world" so when we women try getting in we are expected to do all kinds of things outside our character to gain access and to succeed. Women have to sacrifice more than men but we coming up man.”

Entertainment Macco: Honestly, what is your opinion on the Soca industry; how do u feel about it?
Naki: “I love Soca so ah cant bad talk it, but sometimes it’s frustrating to see good good music go to waste because of the ego's and money hungry ways involved in this business. Mainly ego's and petty fame, that’s what holding us back, especially TRINI Soca. Unity in the music is all Soca needs and we gone clear. Also were missing some creativity, i.e stuck on d jump and wave but I see this year a good amount of people pushing the boundaries and “we ting” sounding good. The art form is evolving nicely man.”

Entertainment Macco: Thank you Naki for the opportunity to “macco yuh biz” LOL it was a pleasure
Naki: “Anytime, my window always open so you could peep… LOL. Thank you EM for the opportunity and I just want to say a thank you for all the support from my Family, Friends and supporters.

Catch Naki on Twitter: @Nakstarmusic and on
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/pages/NAKI/58337359085

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A Caribbean Soul Christmas - Guitarist Dean Williams
Entertainment Macco

Too often we never recognize the musicians…the guys and gyals who fuel and add that extra flavour to music. Dean Williams is definetly one of those guys…. I cannot start to list all his achievements but he has worked extensively with Sheldon “Shelshok” Benjamin, Sparrow, Kitchener, Shadow and has been lead Guitarist for 3 Canal, The old Atlantik, Xtatik; just to name a few. Ohhhh yeah he is also a teacher, a composer and a producer…*Out of Breath* Presently Dean is the lead Guitarist with Destra and continues to pursue his Solo career. His beautiful and soulful rendition of “Hark the Herald Angels Sing” – His interpretation is absolutely breathtaking…You guys be the judge…




Entertainment Macco: What does Christmas mean to you?
Dean Williams: "Christmas is about children, family and music for me, those are the main ingredients, and lots of colourful childhood memories."

Entertainment Macco: What is your most memorable Christmas experience?
Dean Williams: "Both of my daughters’ first Christmases, those were my most memorable experiences."

Entertainment Macco: What made you choose this particular Christmas Carol?
Dean Williams: "Talk to my manager…lol, if it were up to me I would have chosen Gimme Me Brush…"
Entertainment Macco: Are you serious? You know that is not a Carol right? Haha *Gimme Me Brush**

Entertainment Macco: Is this Christmas Carol your favourite or is there one closer to your heart? If there is one share it!
Dean Williams: "I really like Listen Mama I want yuh to tell Santa Claus."

Entertainment Macco: This is the first time I have heard you sing/play in this style, and it is great can we look forward to hearing this style more often?
Dean Williams: "Yes...this is how I will be playing from now on, all of my songs will have this amount of drive and soul."
Entertainment Macco: Yay!

Entertainment Macco:What challenges if any did you face in your interpretation of this carol?
Dean Williams: "I had no real challenges in interpreting this carol, the real concern for me was wondering if people would accept my unique version of it. Though, meeting my deadline while battling the flu was really tough."

Entertainment Macco: What Christmas traditions do you “MUST” follow every year?
Dean Williams: "Put up my Christmas tree and go to church Christmas night."

Entertainment Macco: What is one thing you taught, or plan to, or would like to teach your child/children about Christmas?
Dean Williams: "That Christmas is about love and sharing not necessarily about receiving gifts."

Entertainment Macco: What is your absolute favourite Christmas dish?
Dean Williams: "Pastelle, a slice of ham with chow chow, and a glass of strong ginger beer that burns my chest."

Entertainment Macco: Are you the early preparation type and comfortable type OR the last minute hustle and bustle, smelling the fresh paint type?
Dean Williams: "Most times the last minute type because I usually have a lot of gigs around that time."

Entertainment Macco: Do you think Christmas is appreciated, as it should be?
Dean Williams: "Yes, here in Trinidad I think we do, and with foreign trinis too, they carry on the traditions wherever they go."

Entertainment Macco: Does the actual day mean as much to you as the season?
Dean Williams: "Yes the day means a lot, Christmas day is the one day you always remember."

Entertainment Macco: Parang VERSUS Carols; which one do you prefer?
Dean Williams: "Carols…"

Entertainment Macco: Do you feel the same about Christmas as an adult in comparison to your feelings when you were a child? What has changed?
Dean Williams: "No that has changed, I think about my children now as a parent and want them to have the kind of Christmases I did as a child."

Entertainment Macco: If there was one thing you could change about Christmas, what would it be?
Dean Williams: "That Christmas wouldn’t be so much about money and spending but more about music, love and family."

Entertainment Macco: Are you on the Naughty or Nice list? I hope you are not getting coal in your stockings this Christmas… lol
Dean Williams: "Half and half LOL!"
Entertainment Macco: Ah ha! I guess that means you are going to get some Coal and some Gold! lol

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A Caribbean Soul Christmas - Shawn "Ma$tamind" Noel
Entertainment Macco

The question on many minds remains..."How many things this Ma$tamind fella really want to do?" One minute he is a producer, then he is a writer, then he is a musician, then he singing soca...now is Parang and Christmas Carols..Ah well I guess so it goes when talent is seeping through you pores huh? He is the first Noel and his rendition of this Christmas Carol is truly amazing and surprising....










Entertainment Macco: What does Christmas mean to you?
Shawn "Ma$tamind" Noel: "Christmas, to me, is a time to reflect on the birth of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. As well, it is a time of happiness, kindness, giving to others; and of course, a time for family… Aside from my birthday, it’s my favourite time of year; after all, my last name is French for Christmas :-)"

Entertainment Macco: What is your most memorable Christmas experience?
Shawn "Ma$tamind" Noel: "It’s kinda hard to pick just one. I have several fond memories from childhood Christmases straight up to the present. Everything from church, to parang, to waiting up to sample everything to eat and drink, to giving and receiving gifts, decorating the tree… so many memories!"

Entertainment Macco: What made you choose this particular Christmas Carol?
Shawn "Ma$tamind" Noel: "I won’t even try to deny it! “The First Noel” was chosen simply because of the irony of someone named “Noel” singing “The First Noel”. Hahaha. “Jolly Old St. Nicholas” was actually Natasha’s choice for me to sing. She wanted to do a rock version of it and it was a lotta fun getting in character and recording it."

Entertainment Macco: Is this Christmas Carol your favourite or is there one closer to your heart? If there is one share it!
Shawn "Ma$tamind" Noel: "You know what… Each track on A Caribbean Soul Christmas is a very special track to me. We owe a great dept of gratitude to every one of the artiste featured on the album. Thank you guys so much!"

Entertainment Macco: This is the first time I have heard you sing/play in this style, and it is great can we look forward to hearing this style more often?
Shawn "Ma$tamind" Noel: "It was always my plan to explore every possible style of music possible at least once. So I would definitely be exploring the styles heard on my tracks a bit more in the future."

Entertainment Macco: What challenges if any did you face in your interpretation of this carol?
Shawn "Ma$tamind" Noel: "With “The First Noel”, Natasha will tell you how much I complained that I didn’t like it and wanted to make it an instrumental track. It was a whole different ball game recording this track. At times it was a bit frustrating doing take after take and not being comfortable with the result. However, I’ve actually grown to kinda like the end result.
“Jolly Old St. Nicholas” on the other hand was a bit easier. It took me a little time to find the character and the voice I was looking for, but it was definitely a lotta fun. :-)"

Entertainment Macco: What Christmas traditions do you “MUST” follow every year?
Shawn "Ma$tamind" Noel: "Our tree must go up on Dec. 1st! I must try to make my case as to why I should be allowed to open one of my presents early. But more importantly, I absolutely must take time to thank God for my family (biological and otherwise), my friends and His countless blessings throughout the year."

Entertainment Macco: What is one thing you taught, or plan to, or would like to teach your child/children about Christmas?
Shawn "Ma$tamind" Noel: "They must learn the importance of considering others and being able to give rather than receive, the real reason for the season and everything else that we know a true “Caribbean Soul Christmas” to be."

Entertainment Macco: What is your absolute favourite Christmas dish?
Shawn "Ma$tamind" Noel: "Ummm… “Black Cake & Sorrel” and “Ham & Pastelle” (yeah! I know it’s a shameless plug! So what?!) :-)"
Entertainment Macco: It is quite evident that you have no shame!! lol

Entertainment Macco: Are you the early preparation type and comfortable type OR the last minute hustle and bustle, smelling the fresh paint type?
Shawn "Ma$tamind" Noel: "What about option C, “Later than last-minute”? Hope I could make it in time this year though".

Entertainment Macco: Do you think Christmas is appreciated, as it should be?
Shawn "Ma$tamind" Noel: "Honestly I don’t think so. With each passing year we see more and more emphasis being placed on the Carnival season which takes away from us being able to really concentrate and reflect on the Christmas season and why we celebrate it. Also, as a musician heavily involved in Christmas music I’m sure I can speak for others when I say that our music at this time of year doesn’t receive half the amount of attention that it should."

Entertainment Macco: Does the actual day mean as much to you as the season?
Shawn "Ma$tamind" Noel: "Yes it does! December 25th is such a very special day for me."

Entertainment Macco: Parang VERSUS Carols; which one do you prefer?
Shawn "Ma$tamind" Noel: "Both! Hence the “Mastamind Christmas 4” and “Caribbean Soul Christmas” albums (shameless plug #2. Hahahaha!!!)"

Entertainment Macco: Do you feel the same about Christmas as an adult in comparison to your feelings when you were a child? What has changed?
Shawn "Ma$tamind" Noel: "I’m actually still very much excited about Christmas. As far as changes; as a child I used to be really excited about opening presents on Christmas, as an adult (while I still enjoy opening gifts) I’m just as excited to give them."
Entertainment Macco: Since you are excited about giving gifts Shawn...let me just let you know that I am excited about receiving *hint* *hint*

Entertainment Macco: If there was one thing you could change about Christmas, what would it be?
Shawn "Ma$tamind" Noel: "One thing I’d change about Christmas? I’d move the date of Carnival, so that the Christmas season wouldn’t be so rushed."

Entertainment Macco: Are you on the Naughty or Nice list? I hope you are not getting coal in your stockings this Christmas… lol
Shawn "Ma$tamind" Noel: "Who knows? Maybe I’m on both lists! :-)"





To view Shawn "Ma$tamind" Noel feat. Mrs. $pirit$ - Jolly Ol' Saint Nicholas please go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vyEfpYSijL0

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A Caribbean Soul Christmas - Tigress
Entertainment Macco

Tigress is feisty among other things and on the album so showed a different side….Her rendition added a classy maturity and polish to the album…not that it required polishing but the Album is Shining!!! Her beautiful rendition of Joy to the world is sure to raise some pores and put you into that sentimental and appreciative Christmas mood…(If you are not in it as yes)









Entertainment Macco: What does Christmas mean to you?

Tigress: “In the old testament the prophet Isaiah wrote in Chapter 9 Vs 16..."For unto us a child is born; for unto us a child is given and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, the mighty God, the everlasting Father the Prince of Peace.” Therefore at Christmas time there is no doubt in my mind due to my undying faith in my Lord and Saviour that My Redeemer Liveth..so it’s all about being Merry, giving, making people happy and rejoicing, as I know he came so we can have life everlasting


Entertainment Macco: What is your most memorable Christmas experience?

Tigress: “Seeing the joy on my sons faces on Christmas morning, as I always got them exactly what they wanted...although they never told me..”

Entertainment Macco: What made you choose this particular Christmas Carol?

Tigress: "I did not, it was chosen by Mrs Natasha Andrews-Noel.... before I even got to the studio the music was arranged already, I remember Shawn coming out of the studio really excited saying I want it done like.... I looked at him laughed and we both started singing it the same way.just flowing with the music."


Entertainment Macco: Is this Christmas Carol your favourite or is there one closer to your heart? If there is one share it!

Tigress: "Joy to the World" is definitely one of my favourites...I love The Holy City which is sometimes debated as an Easter Song and Go tell it on the Mountain."


Entertainment Macco: This is the first time I have heard you sing/play in this style, and it is great can we look forward to hearing this style more often?

Tigress: "I know its the firs time YOU heard me do something like this but I am no stranger to this, type of music, and you can definitely look forward to more of this from Tigress."


Entertainment Macco: What challenges if any did you face in your interpretation of this carol?

Tigress: "None."

Entertainment Macco: Experienceeeeeeeee????


Entertainment Macco: What Christmas traditions do you “MUST” follow every year?

Tigress: "The traditions I love to follow every year are quite a few...first on my list will be giving, my new Curtains/Drapes, Ham, Black Cake, Sorrel, well I don’t do a tree anymore but that’s definitely used to be one, but I must do my poinsettias."


Entertainment Macco: What is one thing you taught, or plan to, or would like to teach your child/children about Christmas?

Tigress: "I have taught my children to give especially at Christmas time, and be happy with whatever God has blessed you with."


Entertainment Macco: What is your absolute favourite Christmas dish?

Tigress:"Well not sure if you will call it a dish, but Black Cake is it for me..also love pastelles."

Entertainment Macco: Yummy @ Pastelles *drools*


Entertainment Macco: Are you the early preparation type and comfortable type OR the last minute hustle and bustle, smelling the fresh paint type?

Tigress: "I am little of both like to know what drapes I am putting up long before my colour scheme, but then you have to forget one item, there is a certain rush you get from being amidst the hustle and bustle of the holidays."


Entertainment Macco: Do you think Christmas is appreciated, as it should be?

Tigress: "No... Christmas is not appreciated as it should be its not especially in the US, it’s commercial. We in the West Indies still have our traditions that we keep."


Entertainment Macco: Does the actual day mean as much to you as the season?

Tigress: "Jesus is the reason for the season, So it’s the season not the day."


Entertainment Macco: Parang VERSUS Carols; which one do you prefer?

Tigress: "I like them both Parang to me is the wee hours of the morning you are trying to keep some parangderos off your new linoleum, and they have to use the back steps as not to step on the wet paint on the post office red front step

Carols is the days of Carolers coming around with their candles, collecting a "lil change" in a tray...or sometimes you are in the church choir and you are in the church play for Christmas, you are going to rehearsals for weeks..those were the days of real Christmas Carols so they are both very near and dear to me."

Entertainment Macco: LOL @ Post Office Red front step...haha


Entertainment Macco: Do you feel the same about Christmas as an adult in comparison to your feelings when you were a child? What has changed?

Tigress: "My feelings about Christmas has not changed one bit because..don't think there are any comparisons though.....it still is the most festive time of the year for me, But now being a adult/parent and only having sons, Christmas took a different turn they use to fuss "Mom this is to much work" "I am tired" "Could we not do this” so I had to do all the decorating and they will do the painting of course with the assurance their Christmas gifts will be grand ones

As the child you were told what to do and we use to get the goodies when they were stale as they were for " when people come” and you had fun with your gift that was decided for you which may have been a ball, a doll, a tea set or a snake and ladder game which you appreciated by the way..may I add I still have a tea pot from my childhood."


Entertainment Macco: If there was one thing you could change about Christmas, what would it be?

Tigress: "I will bring back the Christ in Christmas I think it’s lost...we don’t celebrate Christmas for what it is anymore"


Entertainment Macco: Are you on the Naughty or Nice list? I hope you are not getting coal in your stockings this Christmas… lol

Tigress: “Well I am always on the Nice List...as Tigress makes sure Joanne is treated nice as I always take care of my star player...ME..so my stocking will have what I decide should be in there.”


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