California based Dominican artist Ras Mo Moses releases a new song to honor the 43rd Independence Anniversary celebration of his birth land Dominica.
A Creole language and culture enthusiast, Ras Mo says that the release of the song Vini during Creole Week 2021 is a contribution to the rich Creole Music traditions of Dominica. It is one in a list of such compositions that combines the writing of poet and songwriter Ras Mo with his skillful understanding and implementation of Creole rhythms along with the musicianship and production skills of Osborne Ifield Joseph. Ras Mo and Ifield have a musical partnership for decades. The single is available on all online major music platforms and will be included in a full Creole album to be released early 2022.
Vini is a French Creole word meaning come. Music by Delmance Ras Mo Moses and Osborne Ifield Joseph, Arranged by Osborne Ifield Joseph and Delmance Ras Mo Moses Produced by Osborne Ifield Joseph, Executive Producer Delmance Ras Mo Moses, Background vocals by Trish and Bernard George.
Vini is a Creole invitation to Vini vwè (come see) the natural sites of the Caribbean island Dominica’s beauty including Freshwater Lake, Boiling Lake, waterfalls, warm mineral springs, volcanic craters.
Vini vwè Lyrics say, come see its people including the indigenous people Kalinago, and African descendants, a rich cultural heritage, village feasts, and festivals. Vini tan lyrics section say (come listen/hear) come storytellers, traditional drums, contemporary and traditional music.
Video: Sheldon Casimir Director/Producer, Nadia Odi Thomas Director of Photography, Norris Francois Jr Editor Executive Director Delmance Ras Mo Moses
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