Kontact Band launch ‘The Road Ahead’

Though sporadic rain showers threatened to dampen the vibe at the Kontact Band Launch, the kaleidoscope of colours captured in their costumes and the stunning models who displayed them captivated the audience who braved the showers at the Barbados Museum.

The long-standing band has a mission to consistently replicate the ultimate Crop Over experience by providing revellers with an unmatched experience like no other band, and this is clearly a mandate that band leader Anthony Layne and his team of designers have worked hard to satisfy with this year’s production.

This year’s theme for the ten sections is “The Road Ahead” and with the varying style options available in each beautifully designed section along with superior service, which can include the provision of a personal assistant on the road, prospective revellers will not be disappointed.

When the gorgeous models finally hit the t-shaped catwalk they were mesmerising. The presentation of costumes was characterised by synchronised dance moves and choreographed steps which made their level of preparation evident. Where some models often get caught up in the excitement and forget that their job is to showcase the designs, that was not the case with these bevy of beauties. They paused for the appropriate amount of time so that their audience could appreciate the intricate designs from every angle. However, when you thought it could not get any better, they took the display to another level with the presentation of three spectacular individual costumes, one of which was modelled by international model Krystyna-Lee Solange Alexander. Another creation was donned by local model and doctor Jamilah Forde.

Since the launch, the costumes have been getting rave reviews on social media. One fan stated, “Kontact up de ting. Krave got serious competition.” Another stated, “This year got me thinking about making 2018 my first year.”

Band leader Layne shared, “This process was not started last week or two months ago. After Crop Over last year we rested for two weeks, then we started planning for this year. He noted, “This is a career for me and you have to take it serious.”

Patrons at the launch were also afforded the opportunity to peruse the diverse array of boots offered by D’s Mega Styles and other accessories to complement Kontact Kadooment and Foreday morning costumes.

Kontact has been growing from strength to strength and on April 28 they will be launching their “NYC” section. (ST)