Calypsonian merchant biography of martin

Can the current soca stars withstand the experience of our calypso legends as they display their versatility in the art form?

Born - 5/19/ Died - 5/1/ MERCHANT lost his mother at age 11 and spent the majority of his teens in the Belmont orphanage where he learned to play.

On the premiere night of Calypso Spektakula Thru the Years, patrons can look out for a special tribute to the great calypsonian and prolific songwriter The Merchant the late Dennis Franklyn Williams , by his son Sekon Sta Nesta Boxhill. The young radio personality who works at Slam On stage at the semi finals of the competition he had intrigued the audience when he serenaded his mother, bringing her on stage for all to see.

The sky is certainly the limit and with many looking to him for his songwriting capability, he will more than likely make even greater strides as a songwriter in the years to come as well. Sekon Sta has admitted that his mother, Ruthlyn Dickson Boxill, tried to pull him away from the industry, but soon realised it was no use.

Offering distinctive menu items such as Rasta Pasta and Over the Rainbow Pancakes, the restaurant also provides a variety of unique dining settings, including an indoor courtyard, water dining, and even a beach-inspired area complete with sand.

Born Dennis Williams Franklyn, Merchant died about five years after contracting HIV/Aids.

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