Culture- Franco-Haitian singer Naïka announced the release of a Creole version of “One Track Mind” in collaboration with Martinican artist Kalash. The remix blends Creole, English, and Caribbean influences through a fusion of pop, kompa, and Afro-inspired sounds. A few days later, the artist also walked the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival alongside John Travolta during a showcase and a series of events organized around the festival.
In another musical release, Yani Martelly and Isémy Lee unveiled the official visualizer for “Pa Jwe Avèm.” The track explores emotional tensions, unstable relationships, and affective dynamics through a production mixing contemporary influences and Caribbean rhythms.
Haitian DJ and producer Michaël Brun continues the rollout of his “Bayo Sessions” ahead of the 10th anniversary of the Bayo Tour. The collaborative series gathers artists from Brun’s musical universe. After a first session with Steve J. Brian, Brun released a second collaboration with J Perry built around introspective themes linked to human relationships and the search for personal balance.
In cinema, Haitian filmmaker Gessica Généus continues to make history at the Cannes Film Festival. After “Freda,” selected in the Un Certain Regard section in 2021, her new film “Marie-Madeleine” was included this year in the Cannes Première selection. She becomes the first Haitian director to have two feature films selected at Cannes within less than a decade.
Barbancourt’s Réserve du Domaine 15 ans received a gold medal from the Beverage Testing Institute, joining several internationally recognized spirits brands honored in 2026.
The 32nd edition of Livres en Folie will take place on June 4, 2026, at the El Rancho Convention Center in Port-au-Prince, featuring literary discussions, book signings, and activities dedicated to Haitian authors.
Singer Wanitō marked his musical return with “Gason Malen,” his first single released after several years away from the spotlight.
The Lynn William Rouzier Dance Institute is celebrating its 60th anniversary with the performance “Cinderella Ballet Comedy” at Hotel El Rancho.
Singer Carl Emile released “Nou ka chanje Ayiti” alongside J Perry in a production centered on social and collective issues.
In Hollywood, Florida, several viewing parties for Haiti’s 2026 FIFA World Cup matches will be organized to bring together the Haitian diaspora around the Grenadiers’ return to the global competition.
Franco-Haitian artist Joé Dwèt Filé continues promoting his album “HateLove.” His track “4 Kampé II,” recorded with Burna Boy, recently earned a gold certification from the SNEP after surpassing 15 million equivalent streams in France.
The Little Haiti Cultural Complex will also host “ART BEAT MIAMI Haitian Heritage Month Kick-off to Goal!”, an event dedicated to Haitian art, culture, and football heritage.
In Martinique, three Haitian authors were honored during the International Poetry Invention Prize organized as part of the Mai Poésie Festival.
The Centre d’Art announced the passing of visual artist Katelyne Alexis, a prominent figure from Grand Rue known for her work in recycled art.
DJ Manito Nation released “Peyanm 3.0,” a performance created with Michaël Brun and Ti Tanbou blending traditional Haitian rhythms with electronic sounds.
Francis Mercier announced he had raised $20,000 to support football development in underserved communities following an event organized in Miami.
Publishing house C3 Éditions celebrated its 15th anniversary during a book fair held in Delmas 75 featuring conferences and literary gatherings.
Producer T-Ansyto released “Set It Off” with Sincerely Suav and Afriken An, a song presented as support for Haiti’s national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Singer Belo unveiled “Drapo m nan II,” a new version of his musical project bringing together several major Haitian artists.
In Little Haiti, Chef Creole launched Unity Fest featuring concerts, gastronomy, and cultural workshops organized around Haitian Flag Day celebrations.
The musical project “LISETTE: A Song’s Journey from Haiti & Back,” notably carried by Jean Bernard Cerin, retraces centuries of circulation around the Haitian Creole song “Lisette quitté la plaine.”
French-German network ARTE released the mini-documentary “Is Haitian Konpa the Future of Pop?” exploring the international evolution of konpa music and artists from the new generation.
Haitian-American singer Tadia announced “Amweyo,” a song inspired by Haiti’s return to the 2026 FIFA World Cup and centered on resilience and cultural identity.
INTERNATIONAL
Shakira unveils the 2026 World Cup anthem, Bad Bunny launches his collection
Between global music, fashion, cinema, and artificial intelligence, several international figures shaped cultural headlines.
Fortaleza Ozama in Santo Domingo entered a new phase through immersive museography combining videomapping, virtual reality, and audiovisual installations.
Shakira and Burna Boy released the music video for “Dai Dai,” presented as the official anthem of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Spotify and Universal Music Group announced a partnership around AI-generated remixes aimed at regulating the use of generative technologies in music.
Quinta Brunson will portray Betty Boop in a new feature film developed with Fleischer Studios around a contemporary reinterpretation of the iconic character.
Bad Bunny launched the “Benito Antonio Collection,” a line inspired by his cultural identity and artistic universe.
Colombia paid tribute to Totó La Momposina, a major figure of Afro-Colombian music and cumbia, who passed away at the age of 85.
Finally, John Travolta received a surprise honorary Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival.
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