Guyana the 1st celebrates the Music Festival

Sunday June 21

RADIO & WEB

7 crucial rhythms of Latin music

New collection on Latin Music …

Latin music includes many musical genres, such as Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Cha cha cha, Reggaeton and many others…

All these trends are appreciated around the world, and have become popular thanks to legendary musicians and essential performing artists. True ambassadors of history, dance, fashion, … “Made in Latino”

Let’s explore and discover together 7 of the fundamentals of this spicy, danceable and warm universe so loved, with Johan Milton, teacher, choreographer and passionate about Latin music.

The 7 capital rhythms of Latin Music:

1-           Le Son Cubano

2-           Le Cha-cha-cha

3-           Le Merengue

4-           La Bachata

5-           La Salsa Part 1

6-           La Salsa Part 2

7-           Le Reggaeton

 

Available on the radio and on the Guyane la 1ère website.

 

TELE

10h30 

The Meeting of Traditions (2009)

Remember! In March 2009, a wonderful meeting took place at Zéphyr, on the theme of traditional music. A melting pot of artists and groups from Guyana, Martinique and Guadeloupe. The voices of the moment thrilled the audience who came to share this delicious moment. From river dancing, kasé kô, bélè, gwoka, there was something for all tastes.

We invite you to immerse yourself in the atmosphere of this meeting to open with us this day of the Music Festival on the 1st.

13h10 

Nikko 30 ans de carrière

Let yourself be immersed in a “roots and reggae” atmosphere, during the concert of the Guyanese artist Nikko, who celebrated his 30 years of career, on November 12, 2022, at l’Encre. Nikko was accompanied on stage by his accomplices: the group Authentic Voice, Lova Jah, Sista Rudo and Jornick…

To celebrate his 30 years of career, reggae singer Nikko offered his audience a show lasting more than two hours! Between homage to the artists who musically inspired him: Bob Marley, Viviane émigré, Sweet Time, Don Miguel and a look back at the best hits from his repertoire: This song, Guyana nice, Jeune fille, Still alive, Civilization, his cover of Georges Brassens “I made myself very small”, or his interpretation of the poem by Léon-Gontran Damas “Sale”, you will definitely not be disappointed with the trip…

 

20h

Renato Decater 30 years of music

Rénato Decater celebrated his 30th career. The Guyanese artist, author-composer-performer, revealed himself solo for the first time on the Zéphyr stage last July. This unique concert celebrates three decades of work punctuated by popular success and an unwavering attachment to its audience.

For this event at the Zéphyr, several major artists joined Rénato Decater on stage:

• Lauryne James
• Aminata Saint-Orice
• Ariel Baltazar
• Orlane Jadfard
• José Versol
• Arnaud Champestaing

Experience, in images and music, this celebration of a singular career and a Guyanese scene more vibrant than ever.

 

21h30

 Nina Soul

Nina Soul offers acoustic sessions filmed in an intimate studio, where each artist performs a few titles from their repertoire and a cover that is close to their heart. The format focuses on purity, voice and text, with a wide diversity of guest artists.

NINA SOUL special music festival – broadcast Sunday June 21 at 8 p.m. in Martinique (90′)

An exceptional musical encounter bringing together NEEWEDthe young nugget with magnetic energy, MALÉIKA PENNONTfree and unclassifiable artist, and ADMIRAL T, emblematic figure of the Caribbean whose voice has carried a message of pride and conscience for more than twenty years.

 

 

23h 

Blaiz Faya 

Of Martinican origin, Blaiz Fayah is the French representative of shatta reggae. This dancehall artist is increasingly exported to Europe, South America and the Caribbean. Its festive music and unique style will make you want to dance, without a doubt!

Born in the Paris region into a family of musicians, Blaiz started with rap before devoting himself to reggae. Inspired by dancehall and afrobeat, he moved to London in 2012, established himself as the revelation of shatta in 2017 and became the European leader of this new reggae style invented by the Martinican DJ and producer PSK Shatta. A subgenre of reggae at the end of the 2010s, shatta is now conquering clubs around the world.

More than a phenomenon, the 34-year-old artist has seduced dancehall fans through hits driven by a dancing energy of which he alone has the secret. On March 23, 2024, he lit up the stage at La Cigale, sold out for the occasion. Accompanied by a host of guests, including Jahyanaï King, Nesly and Maureen, this concert allowed him to present his latest project to his fans: Mad Things 3.

 

12:30 a.m. Little Guerrier in concert at the Kayenn Jazz Festival

Last October, Little Guerrier, a key figure in Guyanese reggae, rocked the Place des Amandiers in Cayenne during the Kayenn Jazz Festival 2025, accompanied by musicians from Highwouler’s.

After a childhood spent in Surinam, Little Guerrier, alias August Main de Bouja, settled in French Guiana, where he discovered in reggae a powerful means of expression and transmission. Author, singer, composer, the artist became known within the emblematic group Reggae Matik Crew, with whom he recorded two founding albums, Roots-Rock-Reggae and Vibes, which assert a musical identity nourished by Jamaican and Caribbean rhythms.

Very quickly, he began a prolific solo career and signed, between 2009 and 2020, five critically acclaimed albums (Caan Cool, I and I, Pa Moli, More Love and Shining), carried by messages of brotherhood, solidarity and resilience. His intense stage presence and authenticity have led him to perform on numerous international stages, from Europe to the Americas, including Africa and the Caribbean. Awarded four Lindors, Guyanese musical distinctions, Little Guerrier has established itself as a true Guyanese cultural ambassador.

Today, the artist continues his influence with the release of his seventh solo album, That Day (2025), recorded in Jamaica under the direction of the legendary Dean Fraser, marking a decisive step in his artistic journey.

Driven by groove, stage generosity and a palpable collective energy, the artist’s performance during the Kayenn Jazz Festival 2025 created a warm and vibrant atmosphere. The audience experienced a suspended moment, between sharing and musical resonance.