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U.S. Virgin Islands announces the performance line-up for 2025 St. Thomas Carnival Village Featuring Kes the Band, Shabba Ranks, Pumpa, and Pressure Busspipe
The highly anticipated six-free Village Nights, headlined by global dancehall superstar Shabba Ranks and international soca superstar Kes, will kick off on Monday, April 28.
<p>The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism and Division of Festivals <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DFdNyINOa9y/?igsh=MTEzbmZkdWdnYXk2Mg==" target="_blank" rel="noopener">has announced </a>the 2025 St. Thomas Carnival Village performance line-up.</p>
<h3>2025 St. Thomas Carnival Village line-up</h3>
<p>The highly anticipated six-free Village Nights, headlined by global dancehall superstar <strong>Shabba Ranks</strong> and international soca superstar <strong>Kes</strong>, will kick off on Monday, April 28.</p>
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<p>“This year’s St. Thomas Carnival is going to be at another level,” exclaims USVI Department of Tourism Commissioner Joseph Boschulte, “We’re excited to continue bringing <a href="https://unheardvoicesmag.com/2025/03/25/the-north-carolina-black-film-festival-ncbff-announces-2025-honorees/">global talent</a> to our islands and showcasing local talent too. The Village Night performers reflect the continued influence and growth of our territory’s three carnivals.”</p>
<h4>Center stage</h4>
<p><strong>Pressure Busspipe, Adam O, Th3rd, Star Martin, Mic Love, Temisha, Shaw HP, </strong>and<strong> Spectrum Band</strong> are among the performers who will take center stage to represent the U.S. Virgin Islands.</p>
<p>“These annual celebrations are so special because they showcase the best of Caribbean <a href="https://unheardvoicesmag.com/2025/03/26/brothers-from-new-jersey-killed-in-philadelphia-car-accident/">culture</a> and honor the shared heritage and rich traditions that unite us all,&#8221; said USVI Division of Festivals Director Ian Turnbull, “Our goal every year is to authentically highlight Caribbean artistry and talent for everyone experiencing the festival.”</p>
<h4>Cross-cultural immersion of sound</h4>
<p>Dominican bouyon band <strong>Triple Kay</strong>, merengue sensation <strong>El Blachy</strong>, and Trinidadian soca star <strong>Voice</strong> will provide a cross-cultural immersion of sound, highlighting the diverse musical interests of residents and visitors in the territory.</p>
<p>On Thursday, May 1st, J’ouvert will feature Virgin Islands breakout star <strong>Pumpa</strong> and Vincentian soca star <strong>Skinny Fabulous</strong>, followed by a Wet Fete with performances from <strong>B-Squad</strong>, <strong>Quan</strong>, and <strong>Sisa</strong>.</p>
<h3>More information</h3>
<p>For more information about the 73rd Annual St. Thomas Carnival, visit <a href="https://www.instagram.com/usvifestivals/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.instagram.com/usvifestivals/</a>.</p>

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