Despite being inhabited before the 16th century, not much is known about Barbadian music prior to the arrival of the Portuguese in 1536 and then the English in 1627. The Portuguese did not have much of an influence on Barbadian music, unlike English culture and music that helped shape the island's musical heritage. Even more music was brought to the Island by both Scottish and Irish settlers who emigrated in the 7th century. A large number of African slaves were brought to Barbados during the... Read full post

I have been reading some of Street Art's blog and I have realised that I have been wondering around with my eyes closed, I travel to my grandmothers house in St Michael, close to the community college and I found this mural.  

It shows the temptations that young people experience and the choices they can make, both HIV and substance misuse are represented in this mural. It is a reminder that we all have choices and that our actions have consequences. 
 

I am new to the experience of writing blogs and have little experience with websites, however, I found this and decided to have a go. My first thought was to write  about one of the main loves in my life; film and how films have shaped my of ideas of life and my life in general.
Well that was the idea anyway, but as I sit here I am touched by another series of events that have shaped and shaken me to my core. One the most important people I have ever known in my life is being stripped... Read full post