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| St. Clair "Chico" Guishard |
BASSETERRE, St. Kitts (November 1, 2006): Will it be Ticoya Henry? The mother of one who has been singing ever since she knew herself? Or Carissa Liburd who hails from Saddlers and wants to represent for her hometown?
Shinel Wilkins should not be underestimated she has won a Karaoke competition in the past though she was told by one of the commentators that she seemed a bit nervous.
Or how about Kendra Hutton the Newtown resident who no one thought had this much singing talent?
Only time will tell and as the time draws near things are definitely heating up! The showdown for the next Kittitian Superstar will take place this Saturday, November 4, at the Basseterre High School Auditorium.
During the semi-finals Doris Bradshaw and Denville were eliminated. Their amazing singing alone could not have save them this time. The public's votes is what counts throughout semi-finals and they both were the public mobile-user's least favorite.
In 2004 St. Clair "Chico" Guishard, ZIZ Radio Personality and creator of Kittitian Superstar got the concept from American Idol and added Kittitian flair to it.
The purpose of the show is to discover the hidden local talents and to give the singers an opportunity to showcase and express themselves throughout the show. ~~Adz:Right~~
"During my day time shift on the radio, persons would have a chance to call-in and sing over the phone line," he told SKNVibes.com. "It was a way for them to display their talent to other listeners."
He decided to step things up a bit when he added candid Judy Dupont a.k.a. Purple to the mix. Her straightforward and blunt comments toward the singers reminded us of American Idol's Simon Caldwell.
"Purple got involved since 2004 and we didn't know how it would have turned out but responses from the public was good," he said.
For the competition was hosted on the radio with the finals at ZIZ Television Studio. In 2005 Chico decided to increase the show's standards by hosting the semi-finals and finals at the high school's auditorium which has been a sold out seating ever since.
For this year's event the sing off was not done on the radio but on TV which created excitement for locals as they viewed kittitians showcasing their talents.
~~Adz:Left~~ Past winners of Kittitian Superstar are Shakira Wattley of Cayon and Karence De' Costa of the St. Johnson's Village both won convincingly in 2004 and 2005 respectively.
Some of the prizes that can be won are airline tickets to any North American City, laptop from Cable and Wireless with free internet service, cell phones for each finalist, free rides on board the Geronimo boat for one year for the first and second runners- up, gifts from TDC, Horsford's, Caribbanna trading, City Shoe Store, Ocean Terrace Inn, O.D Brisbane and Sons and more.
The show is being judged by Larry Vaughn, Jasmine Clarke-Hazel and Pamela Ward. The commentators are Chico himself along with 'Purple' and Steve Dublin former composer, keyboardist and singer of the Nu Vybes Band.
Meet the Finalists of Kittitian Superstars:
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| Kendra Hutton |
Name: Kendra Hutton
Age: 17
Hometown: Newtown
Occupation: CFBC student
When did you first started singing? Started singing in year 2000 in church choir.
Why did you enter in the Kittitian Superstar Competition? The inspiration came from my parents and friends and because I know I have a singing talent.
What is your definition of a Kittitian Superstar? To me it means a local singing competition to determine the present Kittitian Superstar.
Do you have any embarrassing moment during the show? I only get stage fright mainly and being in front of the cameras.
What are your personal goals in life? I want to get into the field of law and psychology. I also want to be an actress and meet my favorite singer Beyonce.
Who is your favorite commentator and why? Chico! He is friendlier.
What is next for you after Kittitian Superstar? I would try to pursue a singing career by taking it more serious because its really my first time participating in something like this.
If you win, who will you thank first? God then my parents
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| Ticoya Henry |
Name: Ticoya Henry
Age: 22
Hometown: Pine Garden, Shadwell
Occupation: Sales Clerk at Courts Ltd
When did you first started singing? I started singing since I knew myself at a very early age.
Why did you enter in the Kittitian Superstar Competition? At first, I was contemplating if I should enter and my family kept pushing me to do so. But basically the inspiration came because of my daughter and the way society would look at young mothers. I just wanted to show them I can make a difference.
What is your definition of a Kittitian Superstar? To be an ambassador for St. Kitts! The show is progressing and I'm sure it's not going to stay here but spread throughout the Caribbean. We are going out there not to sell ourselves but also to sell St. Kitts.
Do you have any embarrassing moment during the show? I don't like to see the way my mouth looks on television but other than that I have no embarrassing moments as yet.
What are your personal goals in life? I want to become an accountant. I just finished my Business Management paper.
Who is your favorite commentator and why? Both Chico and Purple are on the same level for me. Purple calls it as she sees it, mistakes are bound to happen and we have to be able to take criticism. Chico is more like the confident booster. But sometimes I think he is a little too soft.
What is next for you after Kittitian Superstar? I would be doing my studies to become an Accountant.
If you win, who will you thank first? God of course
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| Carissa Liburd |
Name: Carissa Liburd
Age: 17
Hometown: Saddler village
Occupation: CFBC student
When did you first started singing? I started singing in Primary school in the Choir
Why did you enter in the Kittitian Superstar Competition? I entered because I think it would have been a good experience to show my talent.
What is your definition of a Kittitian Superstar? My definition of Kittitian Super star: Local persons trying to explore their talent to become international stars.
Do you have any embarrassing moment during the show? Yes! When I sang the first song my voice was really cracking up and that was embarrassing.
What are your personal goals in life? To become a Chef and a professional singer.
Who is your favorite commentator and why? Chico because he motivates me, and he encourages me to keep singing and not take on what the audience have to say, just go out there and perform to the best of my ability.
What is next for you after Kittitian Superstar? Try to get back in the singing profession because I was in a group but it broke up so I will try to get them back together.
If you win, who will you thank first? I would thank God first
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| Shinel Wilkins |
Name: Shinel Wilkins
Age: 23
Hometown: Sandy Point
Occupation: Teacher, Convent High School
When did you first started singing? I started singing at the age of 12 in church
Why did you enter in the Kittitian Superstar Competition? I enter because a family member told me to do it.
What is your definition of a Kittitian Superstar? A Kittitian Superstar is an all around role model to the society.
Do you have any embarrassing moment during the show? No! There are none that I have at the moment.
What are your personal goals in life? I want to become the best teacher I can be.
Who is your favorite commentator and why? Steve, he is my favorite because he has a wider knowledge when it comes to music and singing.
What is next for you after Kittitian Superstar? University
