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Haitian singer-songwriter BéLo performed songs spanning more than 20 years of his career at a sold-out Joe’s Pub in New York City on Oct. 14. The audience sang along as he performed songs of gratitude and resilience.
NEW YORK- Haitian singer-songwriter BéLo performed songs spanning more than 20 years of his career at a sold-out Joe’s Pub on Oct.14 night, singing about gratitude and resilience as he acknowledged the difficult times facing the community.
The audience joined him in singing familiar lyrics throughout the evening, turning the performance into an unprompted call-and-response.
Musically, BéLo’s sound has evolved from its twoubadou roots into a fusion that brings traditional Haitian rhythms into a broader musical style.
Known for blending reggae, jazz, soul and traditional Haitian rhythms, BéLo has built a career around music that reflects Haiti’s culture and social realities. Singing primarily in Haitian Creole, he gained international recognition after winning the 2006 Prix Découvertes RFI. His songs often address social issues while expressing a strong connection to his homeland.
Rogers Burgers sponsored the concert for BéLo’s return to New York City.
Here is a look at the atmosphere at Joe’s Pub as BéLo connected with fans through music, familiar lyrics and an evening of gratitude and resilience. All photos and videos by Bill Farrington for The Haitian Times
Haitian singer-songwriter BéLo on stage with musicians Ragganga. Dony Felix, on bass, Harvek Nakundi on drums imbued the classic tunes with added thump, Dony Felix, Robertson played ferocious guitar solos while Okai was on tambour and percussion.
Haitian singer-songwriter BéLo on stage with musicians Ragganga. Dony Felix, on bass, Harvek Nakundi on drums imbued the classic tunes with added thump, Dony Felix, Robertson played ferocious guitar solos while Okai was on tambour and percussion.
Haitian singer-songwriter BéLo on stage with musicians Ragganga. Dony Felix, on bass, Harvek Nakundi on drums imbued the classic tunes with added thump, Dony Felix, Robertson played ferocious guitar solos while Okai was on tambour and percussion.
Haitian singer-songwriter BéLo greeted fans and posed for photos after performing at a sold-out Joe’s Pub in New York City on Oct. 14.
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William Farrington is a New York City based photojournalist and reporter, who has worked on a freelance basis for the Haitian Times for over 22 years. During that time, he has covered local culture and sports and international news events throughout the United States and Caribbean region.
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