11 January 2019
Simpson Bay, St. Maarten – January 10, 2019
As famous for its legendary parties as its world-class racing, the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta has today announced its musical headline act for Friday March 1, 2019– The Caribbean Queen, Alison Hinds.
St. Maarten Heineken Regatta Production Director, John Leone, comments, ‘Over the past 38 years we have been, and always will be, committed to creating an environment for Serious Sailing, and Serious Fun at our regatta, this year is no different. We are thrilled to get the party started by announcing Alison Hinds as our feature act to perform on Friday, March 1, 2019. She truly is a Queen of the Caribbean and we’re overjoyed to have her back on board for the famous St. Maarten Heineken Regatta parties. Sailors can make land and party into the night enjoying live music performed by top acts. Stay tuned for more artist announcements!’
Now in its 39th year, the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta has become a must see annual event in the global sailing calendar, set against the dazzling backdrop of the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean. The fun continues on land and well into the night, with the famous “Heineken” parties lighting up St. Maarten’s Regatta Village at the Port de Plaisance Resort, Casino and Yacht Club over each of the four nights of the regatta.
Taking to the stage for the 39th St. Maarten Heineken Regatta, Alison Hinds – also known as a Queen of SOCA – will bring a flavour of the Caribbean to regatta competitors and spectators. Alison released her first album ‘Soca Queen’ in 2007 and is famous for collaborations with Richie Spice and Shaggy such as “King and Queen” and “Can’t Let My Love Go”, and for her global smash hit single “Roll It Gal”. This will be Alison’s second time performing for the event and she was invited back due of the demand from her fan base.
Alison’s powerful, emotional vocals and high-energy live shows are legendary in Caribbean music. Her message of love and upliftment for one and all and a mixture of high energy and soulful ballads has cemented her popularity in the hearts of audiences worldwide. Alison is a major force in the eruption of innovative urban-influenced Caribbean-based music, alongside artists such as fellow-Bajan popstar Rihanna, Sean Paul, and Shaggy, who are changing the face of music worldwide.
With more than 80 entries already confirmed so far, the event is sure to be a legendary experience. Find out more about the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta, St. Maarten and island life here: www.heinekenregatta.com .
About St Maarten Heineken Regatta
Now in its 39th year, the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta is four days of world-class racing starting on 28th February until the 3rd March 2019. Set in the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean, sailing is powered by the cooling northeast trade winds and run by an experienced and friendly race team. Over the four days, thousands of sailors from over 35 countries come to compete in world-class racing.
The St. Maarten Heineken Regatta is as famous for its parties as it is for its racing. Over four nights, some of the world’s top artists take to the stage and ensure that each day of racing ends with a bang, and the festivities continue long into the night. Acts from previous years include Black Eyed Peas, Akon, Wyclef Jean and Kool & The Gang.
To find out more about the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta, please visit www.heinekenregatta.com
About Alison Hinds
Crowned the Queen of Soca by fans worldwide, Alison’s powerful, emotional vocals and high-energy live shows are legendary in Caribbean music. Alison’s musical journey has taken her popularity throughout the Caribbean islands to all over the globe. From the release of her first solo album ‘Soca Queen’ in 2007, to collaborations with Richie Spice “King and Queen”, Jah Cure “Call On Me” and Shaggy “Can’t Let My Love Go” and her classics “Roll It Gal”, “Togetherness” and “Faluma”, Alison has firmly cemented her reputation in the hearts of SOCA fans worldwide.
When Alison is not performing, she works as an advocate for causes such as AIDS awareness, women’s rights, diabetes and cancer foundations as well as organisations for disabled and physically challenged children. In 20
18, Alison joined Rihanna as the only other female to be designated with a Cultural Ambassador post for Barbados.
To find out more about Alison Hinds, please visit www.alisonhinds.com
