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3 Canal: Kings of J’Ouvert – Wendell Manwarren | The Carnival Imagination
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In this special J’Ouvert Morning release, we sit with Wendell Manwarren — co-founder of 3 Canal, pioneer of rapso, and one of the true Kings of J’Ouvert.
From Belmont to the Savannah stage, Wendell unpacks the philosophy behind Carnival, the power of the rope as symbol, and how 3 Canal transformed social commentary into anthem. We explore the origins of Blue, the ritual of J’Ouvert, the evolution of rapso, and why Carnival has always been about resistance, rebellion, and reclaiming space.
This conversation goes beyond music.
We discuss:
The birth of 3 Canal and the rapso…
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