Sweet Micky, the return! Haiti’s one-time president Michel Martelly plans to return to the stage with a huge bang.

The band leader-turned island-leader-turned band leader exchanged his Cabinet members for his band members this past February. While he was still prez, he had given his fans a peek of his continued interest in the music business, albeit via “Ba Li Bannan” (Give Them Bananas), a highly controversial carnival song that was deemed vulgar and demeaning by some.

On June 24th, he is scheduled to perform at an all-black affair in Vegas as part of Konpa In Vegas, a three-day set of performances by konpa bands in Nevada. The Carel Pedre-hosted event will be held at the Hard Rock Cafe, and will be DJ’d by DJ Ok and DJJeanuwine. May will find Haiti’s former head-of-island playing in a musical showdown against the group T-Vice. The event is being advertised as a showdown between Sweet Mickey and his reputed musical nemesis T-Vice.

A video surfaced last night on social media showing the former prez wearing a tank top-wearing and short pants in a lively rehearsal. His band members were present, and practiced dance moves alongside their band leader.

While his Konpa In Vegas appearance is highly anticipated—judging from reactions on social media—Sweet Mickey’s first appearance will actually take place this May. He will be among the performers during the pre-parties of Miami’s famed Haitian Compas Festival. Prior to the festival, he will be at Cafe Iguana in Pembroke Pines for his fist official performance.

Will a Sweet Micky album shortly follow? The musical world awaits. After all, it isn’t the first time that an entertainment figure has reverted to previous activities after completing public service. The actor Arnold Schwarzenegger served as governor of California and went back to acting once his term was over.

This has been an episode of Kreyolicious Music News…tune in next time!

Tembleque / Puerto Rican Coconut Pudding

Whether you’re from the Caribbean and want to have a taste of home this holiday season, or you simply have a love of tropical foods and want to include them in your holiday menu, these delicious Caribbean holiday desserts are sure to satisfy. This list of carefully selected traditional recipes includes cakes, puddings, dessert bread, and even ice cream. When it’s time to eat, just remember to save some room for dessert 😉

1. Tembleque (Puerto Rican Coconut Pudding)

Tembleque is a sweet and mild coconut dessert from Puerto Rico resembling pudding or gelatin. The name literally translates to “jiggle” and when you try it you’ll see why! This delicious dessert only requires a handful of ingredients and about 5 minutes of active cooking time. Try this authentic tembleque recipe.

2. Grenadian Nutmeg Ice Cream

Flavorful and delightfully aromatic nutmeg is showcased in velvety nutmeg ice cream from the “spice isle”, Grenada. For the best flavor, use freshly ground nutmeg. Try this simple nutmeg ice cream recipe, no ice cream machine required.

Grenadian Nutmeg Ice Cream

3. Cake de Ron (Cuban Rum Cake)

Cuba’s version of rum cake, cake de ron, is different from other rum cakes commonly made throughout the Caribbean. You won’t find any rum-soaked fruits in this super moist Bundt cake, but with lemon zest, banana liquor, and of course plenty of nice dark rum, the flavors are complex and delicious. Try this traditional cake de ron recipe.

Cake de Ron / Cuban Rum Cake

4. Jamaican Black Cake (Christmas Fruit Cake)

Jamaican black cake, or christmas pudding, is a spiced cake made with a combination of raisins, cherries, prunes, and other fruits. This classic holiday dessert has endless variations, and surely no two households make it exactly the same way. Most recipes call for soaking the dried fruits in wine and/or rum for up to a year before baking. Try this classic Jamaican black cake recipe.

Black Cake / Christmas Fruit Cake / Jamaican Christmas Pudding (Courtesy @jehancancook | Instagram)

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