On Sunday, June 14, the Infinity Hornblower became the setting for a historic night in HMI. Rutshelle Guillaume and Anie Alerte stepped aboard with their bands and gave fans a show that felt bigger than a normal party. Showing why the event was dubbed as “Mistresses of the Sea”, they owned the Hudson River on Sunday.
It was the first time two female-led bands headlined this kind of yacht event together in HMI. The music delivered, the crowd stayed with them, and then an unexpected drone incident changed the night for some ticket holders.
Rutshelle Guillaume and Anie Alerte make HMI history on the Infinity Hornblower
Why this yacht party was a first for female-led bands
This event mattered because it pushed past an old pattern. In HMI, women have often had to fight for equal space on major stages, especially in live band settings. On the Infinity Hornblower, two women didn’t share the spotlight as guests. They led the night.
That difference gave the party real weight. Fans were not only there to dance on the water. They were also watching a moment that showed what HMI can look like when women headline with full bands and full confidence. A party can still be a milestone, and this one was.
How the two artists teamed up to create a bigger moment
Rutshelle Guillaume and Anie Alerte did more than book the same event. They built a shared moment that felt planned, focused, and easy for the crowd to enjoy. Their teamwork made the night feel larger than either act alone.
The buzz started before the yacht even left the dock. A TikTok preview of the yacht event framed the pairing as history in the making, and the live show backed that up. After a response like this, it’s easy to see why both artists want to keep teaming up for similar performances.
The live performance that kept the crowd fully engaged
What made the set feel so strong from start to finish
The strongest part of the night was the pace. Anie Alerte opened with force and gave the crowd a reason to move right away. Then Rutshelle Guillaume closed the event on a high note, which gave the full show a clean arc.
Their bands helped keep that energy steady. The sound felt alive, the timing stayed tight, and the audience responded on both levels of the yacht. People danced, sang along, and stayed tuned in instead of fading out between sets. That doesn’t happen by accident.
Why fans are already asking for more shows like this
When two artists share a stage this well, fans notice fast. The chemistry between Guillaume and Alerte gave the night a sense of unity, not competition. That made the event feel warmer and more memorable.
The response also pointed to a bigger future. Both artists looked comfortable in the format, and the audience clearly wanted more. Moses St Louis even presented each singer with a bouquet of flowers, a simple gesture that fit the mood of the night and thanked them for helping make it a success.
How a drone incident changed the night for ticket holders
What happened when the drone was spotted on board
The celebration took a sharp turn when the photographer of the night went on the upper deck flew a drone. According to the account shared after the event, the FBI shut the drone down and came aboard to investigate.
That response changed the flow of the evening in real time. Guests had to deal with confusion, delays, and a sudden break in what had been a smooth night. Even strong live music can’t erase that kind of disruption.
Why some people with tickets still could not get on the yacht
The bigger problem came after the investigation began. During the confusion, yacht management allowed more people in, and that created a boarding issue for others who had already bought tickets.
As a result, some patrons never got on the yacht at all. That left a bad taste because people had paid for the experience and were still left outside. A historic event can still have a messy side, and this one did.
Refund steps for guests who missed the Infinity Hornblower party
Guests who could not board were told to seek a refund through the channel they used to buy tickets. The organizer gave three options:
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Request a refund through Eventbrite.
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Return to the original place of purchase.
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Contact the organizers directly.
That guidance gave affected guests a clear next step, which mattered after such a frustrating end to the boarding process.
Anyone who did not get to board was advised to request a refund through Eventbrite, go back to the place of purchase, or contact the organizers directly.
The organizer also thanked everyone who came out and promised to correct the issues that came up. That response won’t erase the disappointment for ticket holders who missed the show, but it does show that the problems were taken seriously.
An epic night, with a lot of planning
Even with those problems, the music still carried the night. Anie Alerte brought strong energy at the start, and Rutshelle Guillaume gave the event its closing punch. Together, they had the audience in sync, dancing and singing late into the evening.
Another detail caught attention on board. Wadou of Nu Look appeared in backup chorus for RG Band. That kind of crossover is still rare in HMI, much like Tasia of Zafem performing with Zile in backup vocals. Fans don’t miss those signs of artists supporting one another.
The event also had weak spots offstage. Security guards were described as rude and unprofessional, and the caterer lacked organization, which left many guests unhappy. Still, key staff members earned praise, especially Samise Labarbera, along with Wakine Cadet and Fanfan Senatus. Haitianbeatz believed the demand was so strong that even a yacht twice the size might have sold out. With a crowd said to be about 75 percent female, that support was impossible to ignore.
Betty Bella Lemite greeted the crowd and introduced Anie Alerte we noticed some famous faces around the stage area: Joel Antoine Esquire, Celine Althiery Esquire and her father, aka “Althiery “Rapidite,” Frederick Aurelien Esquire, (felt like a courthouse with so many lawyers present lol). Marlene and Kenny Altidor of Oulala Restaurant and Lounge were spoted, Boogie of LK Lounge, Dread Shoudly, Cisco, JB Bleek, Kèlafè, Evens Loiseau, Shawn, Giordany Belizaire, and Michael Rubin. They all made the night an extra special.
What this night will be remembered for
Rutshelle Guillaume and Anie Alerte gave HMI a big cultural moment aboard the Infinity Hornblower. Their female-led bands proved that this format can draw a crowd, hold attention, and leave people asking for another date.
Some guests went home disappointed because the drone incident and boarding issues kept them off the yacht. Even so, the main story remains the same: the performance was a success, the partnership worked, and more shows from these two artists would arrive with real excitement behind them.
