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Survey of Caribbean Music - Portfolio - Dutch   Tuesday March 27th,  2025 Curated Playlist:  The Music of Jeon Arvani Martina Featured Artist: Jeon Arvani Martina Brief Description:   Being unfamiliar  with non-English speaking artis, I asked a friend, since he is really into music, and he recommended Jeon Arvani Martina. Here we focus on the Dutch Caribbean music from the featured artist, that explores the region's divisive music. From sweet melodies to catchy rhythms that is shaped by  culture and history. Let's dive into Jeon's unique style of music. Playlist: Mi Isla:   Mi Isla blends the feeling of an island life with a calypso soul. You can invasion being on the island and just swaying to the music and relaxing.   It Is what It Is:   A vibrant tune with a catchy melody and chorus, It Is What It Is, is tantalizing music that urges people to step in and join a bash of Caribbean charm and vitality. Everyone is welcomed to dance to its catc...

Survey of Caribbean Music - Portfolio - French  Tuesday March 11th,  2025 Curated Playlist:  The Melodies of Tanya Saint Val Featured Artist: Tanya St-Val Brief Description:    I don't have much experience with non-English speaking artis so I asked a friend, since she is really into music, and she recommended Tanya Saint Val.  Here, we explore the rich musical traditions of the French-speaking Caribbean, which are renowned for their many influences and rich cultural legacy. Tanya Saint Val, a legendary singer and performer in the zouk music genre from Guadeloupe, is where our journey starts. With its catchy beats and sentimental lyrics, zouk first appeared in the late 20th century and has since come to represent the French Caribbean. For many years, audiences have been enthralled by Tanya Saint Val's stirring performances and strong voice. Her music explores themes of love, identity, and societal challenges by fusing traditional Caribbean rhythms with mo...