‘Despers’ accepts pan semi-final results but managers to decide on next step

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February 18, 2025

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‘Despers’ accepts pan semi-final results but managers to decide on next step

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For the second time in the recent history of Panorama finals, Desperadoes Steel Orchestra will not be among the competitors.The last time this happened was in 2012.

Known as the band from Laventille, Despers, as the side is also called, placed 11th after their semi-final performance of Kes Dieffenthaller’s hit Cocoa Tea at the Queen’s Park Savannah.

Desperadoes has won the Panorama finals 12 times, their last title in 2020.

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