MIDDLE REGION--TelCell’s Night of the Hit Makers concert is back for another year for this year’s Carnival celebrations in April. Xtratight (XT) Entertainment presents its fourth edition of the show featuring Tsunami, Tanya Saint-Val, Mika Ben, Jean Marc Ferdinand, Kes The Band and St. Maarten’s very own Control Band.
Xtratight Entertainment has brought blends of artistes together that have brought the Festival Village alive for the past three years and have set the dance floor on “fyah,” according to a press release, and is guaranteeing yet another great experience for St. Maarten Carnival 2016.
As in previous years since Night of the Hit Makers’ arrival on the Carnival scene, Xtratight once again has not compromised on setting a powerful line-up. This year’s concert comprises musical ingredients from the Caribbean for everyone, with a twist of zouk that guarantees to mash up the dance floor.
Each performer who will take the stage has been labelled as a definite Hit Maker, having a string of mega-hits that pulses excitement amongst fans all over the world. XT is committed to ensure a production of the highest calibre and promises that TelCell’s Night of the Hit Makers once again will exceed the expectations of many.
Tsunami is one of Aruba’s most well-known bands. Its blend of Latin, Caribbean and local influences combined with the focus on live instrumentation has propelled Tsunami to great levels of success.
Control Band, undoubtedly the number one dance band of St. Maarten, is sure to rock any dance floor from its first note to the last. This will not be the first time the band has graced the Hit Makers stage, but this year it will bring some new styles and music.
Tanya Saint-Val is definitely a zouk diva loved by fans all over the world. Her warm, sensual voice and incontestable professionalism have made her one of the most glamorous stars of French Caribbean music. Hits such as Météw Cool, Chalè and Zouk a Gogo have made Tanya Saint-Val one of the most powerful female zouk artistes today.
Mika Ben (Michael Benjamin) from Haiti is no stranger to the kompa scene. His major hit Ou Pati is a definite banger that rocks the dance floor. Mika Ben also has produced for bands such as Carimi and T-Vice. 
Jean Marc Ferdinand is dubbed as the party rocker. His mega-hit Tikki Tak will rock the dance floor for both young and old. He delivers an energetic performance for any music lover.
KES, commonly known as Kes The Band, is a soca band formed in Trinidad in 2005. The group’s musical style primarily consists of soca, influenced by calypso, dancehall and reggae, with elements from other genres such as rock and dance music. It is sometimes described as Island Pop or Caribbean Pop.
Noted for high-energy live performances and the soulful voice of lead singer Kees, KES has captured the hearts of many. It has become one of the most popular and sought-after bands in Trinidad and Tobago, throughout the Caribbean, the USA and Canada.
Xtratight CEO Bertaux “Mr. Rude” Fleming said, “It is with a humble heart that I extend gratitude to TelCell’s management and staff for entrusting in the XT vision. Pitching the vision and forming a great team contributed to the continued growth of the TelCell Night of the Hit Makers.
“Moreover, a special ‘thank you’ goes out to the dynamic St. Maarten Carnival Development Foundation (SCDF) committee for paving the path for the Hit Makers birth. This year promises to be no different, other than another great production, as we continue to ensure that the fans leave energised and anxious for more XT events.”
SCDF President Mike Granger said, “Putting together a concert line-up is like an art form. It’s safe to say that Mr. Rude has this art form down solid. We are very excited about the Hit Makers line-up this year and are confident that the flagship show on the schedule will deliver once again as we continue our efforts to enhance St. Maarten’s Carnival product.
“Residents and visitors eagerly ask us for information about Night of the Hit Makers daily. We are sure they won’t be disappointed. Congrats once again to Mr. Rude and the Xtratight family for what is shaping up to be a spectacular event.”
The signature dance floor is back, making the event the biggest outdoor disco setting on the island. The show will take place at the Festival Village on Friday, April 23
