In support of De King Arrow is the title of a concert set for this Saturday November 3rd at the Celebration Palace. Close to 20 artists will get together to help raise funds for the island's icon in music and radio. The concert will feature calypsos, comedy and dancing.
De King Arrow suffers a heart attack some months ago and has been since recovering. As a musical giant, not only on St Maarten, but throughout the Caribbean, he has written calypsos for many of the island's artists. As a Calypsonian and radio personality for many years, De King Arrow has a loyal following of fans, friends and supporters. It goes without saying that everyone is rallying behind this larger than life icon who has always been so humble and helpful.
The concert will feature calypsonians such as the Mighty Dow, Kaiso Brat, King Stunky, Genius, King Barrow, Magic, Mighty Kirk, Jacko, Fish de Megaboss, Calypso Barbara, Hammer, D'Monitor, King Timo, Dando, Chipman, King Repeater, Da Phox, Lady Upsetter, Princess Aquilla, and Singing Su-Ann. De King Arrow has written songs for several of these artists. His son Ashandi (Shaun Hodge) will also be performing. There will be comedy by Dorothy Rosa Richardson and our Philosopher of Humor Fernando Clarke who will also serve as MC for the evening. Rudy Davis will perform two dancing. Special performances for the evening will feature the high flying Swallow out of Antigua and the Control band. The public will receive a special treat of video performances on St Maarten and St Kitts of De King Arrow. "There are so many friends and supporters of De King Arrow who want to come out and contribute that the evening plans to a real celebration" stated Rolando Tobias President of De King Arrow Foundation.
De King Arrow Foundation has been set up to realize fundraising activities in support of De KinG Arrow. The President is Rolando Tobias, Vice President Marvin "King Stunky" Dollison and Treasurer Fernando William. The Foundation hopes to also assist different areas in the community as well. The family of De King Arrow has endorsed the foundation and its efforts to assist in this challenging time.
The concert starts at 8.00pm at the Celebration palace this Saturday November 3rd. Admission is just U$ 10.00 dollars and tickets are available at the local radio stations, Van Dorp Eddine and BBW. At the door, the admission is U$ 15.00
The general public is encouraged to show their support for De King Arrow by coming out in numbers and enjoying a great concert.
