Tobago Carnival music ban not targeting any genre, promoters say

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August 20, 2026

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Tobago Carnival music ban not targeting any genre, promoters say

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Stephon Nicholas

Tobago Correspondent

Tobago Promoters Association head Kevon McKenna is stressing that the restriction on songs promoting gang culture during Tobago Carnival 2026 is not targeting any particular genre.

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