KINTE also known as Carey Stephens is the founder of The C.R.S. Community Tent which has been in existence for the past 20 years. It was created by Kinte to create an avenue for the many young and unrecognised Calypsonians to have a platform for their Art.
Apart from the function of nurturing young and up-coming Calypsonians, the Tent has been instrumental in taking the artform to several communities of Central and South Trinidad. “Our communities continue to be starved of good healthy non- divisive entertainment that can add value and promote healthy values as many Calypsos do. The disconnect that has develop between the people and Calypso has facilitated the incursion of music that continues to undermine the moral fabric of our society. Kinte says.
During its time in existence several singers have moved on to several of the larger Tents and in 2025 Lady Lystra – Lystra Nurse of C.R.S. made it Calypso Fiesta, the semi finals of the Calypso Monarch competition and arguably the biggest Calypso stage in the Calypso world.
Central Rainbow Stars boast of a varied cast of entertainers from all walks of life and ethnicities, and as Kinte state “We have what it takes to make a difference.”
ABOUT THE FOUNDER OF C.R.S. TENT – CAREY KINTE STEPHENS
Carey Kinte Stephens is also the founder of the Southern Calypso Movement which later became the South Central Zone of TUCO
He was responsible for the formation of what was called the South Tent that has since become known as Kaiso Showkase.
He was also instrumental in the formation of all the other Zones of TUCO – The Trinbago Unified Calypsonian Organisation.
Later on he also founded the South Central Island productions which has over the years been known for its promotion of talent shows unearthing talent from all genres and disciplines in the performing arts
He is also the man behind the recognition of Calypso Icon Maestro and for several years have been devoted to the service of ailing Calypsonians particularly in the Southland.
He has travelled and performed in several islands of the Caribbean and USA.
In 2026 he headlines the C.R.S. tent with a powerful song titled - Front line.
It is a song that addresses the critical issue of war in the Caribbean.
Look out for him as his roving tent visits a venue in Trinidad or one in the Caribbean soon.
Follow the link below and join the Frontline.
Song Title: Front Line
Artist/Performed by: Kinte
Written & Performed by: Kinte (Carey Stephens)
Background Vocals - Roxy Singh
Executive Producer - Carey Stephens
Arranged by: Christopher Morris
Recorded at Future Sounds Studio
Mixed & Mastered by: GQ Maxzimum
COTT
Kinte Music 2026
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