242 Artist Network

 The Tribune's Weekend publication announced today that the Bahamian show Goombay Kids continues to rack up international awards.   (Photos courtesy of South Florida Caribbean News) "We are so excited to announce that Goombay Kids has WON Best TV Series as well as Best Producer at The Cannes World Film Festival ! This is a great day for The Bahamas, our talent and our industry!! Huge Congratulations to everyone involved who was dedicated to helping make this season happen! LFD Productions Ltd. / REV cablebahamas / The Movi Group / CMM Agency / Bahamas Artist Movement - BAM (Courtesy of Facebook) The 242 Artist Network a lso, c ongratulates Leah Eneas for winning Best Actress for her portrayal of Mama DLo in Goombay Kids! We are proud of you!!   Kudos to the entire cast and everyone involved! "Stephanie Nihon continues to provide opportunities for creatives. Utilizing a local cast and crew including actress Leah Eneas (Beneath The Blue, Miracle at St. Anna), chil...

 Entertainers showcase their talents on a Wednesday night! A couple of weeks ago I went out to see what was buzzing on a Wednesday night here in 'Funky Nassau'. Well you know, quarantine is somewhat lifted, and the economy is growing, sorta, kinda? In any event it's a good time to network as there is seems to be a surge of entertainment and activity. I have noticed interestingly enough that no matter where I am in the world, Wednesday nights  tend to be reserved for talent showcases and open mic's. A night seasoned artists, and new talent come together to display their creations. I guess as an artist I too felt the same urge. After seeing a number of flyers and some solid performance clips circulating on social media, I made my way to K.C.L Entertainment's spoken word and poetry night at Studio Cafe West Bay St. This was my first stop as to allow Superstar Wednesday's, the later event to build steam, while tuning into some artistic expression. The poets were rea...

"The public should be supportive, while  managers, booking agents etc. should direct their collective resources and abilities at building relationships with industry professionals with the goal of securing annual touring opportunities for Bahamian artists"  Bahamian performers put on a show at Expo 2020 Dubai, UAE, in January 2022. (OPM COMMUNICATIONS) Social Media came alive with pictures of Bahamians landing in Dubai, United Arab Emirates for the World Expo International Exhibition. Prime Minister Brave Davis was accompanied by a cultural delegation in support of The Bahamian Pavilion on display. The Expo began last October and will continue until March of 2022.  Bahamian performers put on a show at Expo 2020 Dubai, UAE, in January 2022. (OPM COMMUNICATIONS) “In addition to the bilateral and trade meetings, Mr Davis will be supporting the cultural delegation, who will be showcasing Bahamian talent on Bahamas National Day, which is expected to enhance the country’s profi...

Broken Psylens Awarded at Artjoy Video Premier for his participation on the Nuryz Mixtape No. 1  with Lady Mprez  

  Thanks to Orlando Miller aka Landlord for providing great vision and support, helping to share our performance series with the world! Since 2018 Artjoy has been showcased on Tempo Networks accessing millions of global viewers! Stay tuned there is much more to come!!

  Celebrating Bahamian Creatives, Artjoy awards Ju Byron the award for Pro-Team Production!!! He displayed his skills early on as a contributer to the Artjoy Concert Series production team. Not only is he one of the Bahamas' best performing artists, he has helped us as a videographer, editor, and graphic artist!!!

  242 Artist Network gives awards at the recent boxing day event! Artjoy Video Premier and roots market’. Held on December 26th 2021 at the Edmund Moxey Youth & Community Centre on Baillou hill Road from 4-8pm; the Artist honoured for their contributions include Landlord for ‘Top Marketing Support’, Ju Byron for ‘Pro Team Production’, and Lyric of Grace Records for ‘Excellence in Artistry’.      Additional highlights included art and products by the Roots Market vendors. Bahamian entrepreneurs presenting their businesses featured Visual Art by Edahlia, Organic Honey by Invictus Trading Company and Healthy Food and Beverages by Bobotime Enterprise. There were also guest performances by reggae sensation Bobo Ike, and Hip Hop artists Bey Chaino, Ju Byron, & Vless; artists who have been making a name for themselves on the Bahamian music scene.    The boxing day event was the official premier of the video performance concert series. Artjoy Concert Series...

  Live music sounds amazing, especially with Lyric on them Keys!! A true musician and Independent label owner Lyric Sturrup of Grace Records was awarded the trophy for Excellence in Artistry for his support of Artjoy!! Look for Lyric as you tune into some of the now classic Artjoy episodes!!

Special Thanks to our Vendors and all who supported!!  Bobotime Enterprise (Healthy Food & Drinks),  Art by Edahlia (Visual Art) & Invictus Trading Company (Organic Honey)!!!