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Adrian ‘AC’ Clarke crowned Barbados’ new Calypso King

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August 1, 2026

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Adrian ‘AC’ Clarke crowned Barbados’ new Calypso King

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With a performance described by many as one for the ages, Adrian ‘AC’ Clarke outshone the competition with his rendition of Legends From the Grave to become Barbados’ new Calypso King.

His victory came before thousands of enthusiastic patrons who gathered at the National Botanical Gardens for the Courtesy Garage Pic-O-De-Crop Finals, powered by Q100.7 FM.

Anesta Henry was there for the action.

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