Trinidad's Defence Minister Considering Age Limit and Song Ban for Kartel Show
- Trinidad and Tobago's Defence Minister Wayne Sturge limited Jamaican dancehall artiste Vybz Kartel's activities during his May 26–31 visit.
- Sturge restricted Kartel's itinerary because of concerns about the artiste's past legal troubles and possible influence on vulnerable youth.
- These restrictions involved blocking a May 27 radio interview, a May 28 meet and greet, a school visit, and a cultural lunch with community leaders.
- Sturge said Kartel's conviction was overturned on a legal technicality, not merit, and questioned how media learned of his orders to limit the artiste.
- The restrictions imply the government seeks to minimize Kartel's engagement with youth despite his scheduled May 31 concert following rescheduled February plans.
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Trinidad's defence minister considering age limit and song ban for Kartel show
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad, CMC – Defence Minister Wayne Sturge is considering imposing restrictions on the upcoming One Unity Music Festival which Jamaican dancehall artiste Vybz Kartel is set to headline, including limiting entry to patrons 18...
T&T: Minister considers restrictions on Vybz Kartel concert – Caribbean Broadcasting Corporation
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad, CMC – Defence Minister Wayne Sturge is considering imposing restrictions on the upcoming One Unity Music Festival, which Jamaican dancehall artiste Vybz Kartel is set to headline. These may include limiting entry to patrons 18 years and older and barring the performance of specific songs.This follows mounting public complaints about the explicit content of the artiste’s lyrics, which some groups have condemned as vulgar …
Gov’t Moves To Limit Vybz Kartel’s Activities During Visit
The government's intention to sign an Immigration Order restricting the movement of dancehall star Adijah 'Vybz Kartel' Palmer when he visits Trinidad later this month is in the best interest of the nation's children. The Jamaican dancehall artiste says he sees no problem, as it's the government's right to do so. He confirmed he will
Sturge: Vybz Kartel restricted due to children - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday
DEFENCE Minister Wayne Sturge justified the restriction placed on an upcoming visit by Jamaican dancehall artiste Adidja "Vybz Kartel" Palmer by citing the well-being of Trinidad and Tobago's children, answering questions from Newsday at a post-Cabinet briefing at the Red House, Port of Spain, on Thursday May 15. The ministry said Kartel may perform at a pre-arranged concert but not undertake visits to communities nor conduct media interviews. K…
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