No Long Talk sets Brooklyn’s Labor Day Carnival ablaze with a star-studded Caribbean lineup featuring Skeng, Ding Dong, Govana, Valiant, and more
Skeng, Govana, and Ding Dong on the No Long Talk Redbull truck (Photo: Karston ‘Skinny’ Tannis)
No Long Talk, the winners of this summer’s world-famous Red Bull Culture Clash, brought their electrifying energy to Eastern Parkway for New York City’s Labor Day Parade. Led by Rhea Prendergast and Damon DeGraff, the collective assembled an all-star lineup of Caribbean DJs and recording artists to elevate the sound and vibes on the road once again.
The powerhouse team featured former Red Bull DJ champions DJ Puffy and Jus Jay from Barbados, Silent Addy, Creep Chromatic, Disco Neil from Jamaica/Miami and New York’s very own Grenadian and Jamaican DJs Kevin Crown & DJ Madout.
The crowd was also treated to surprise performances from spotlight Caribbean artists such as Skeng, Valint, Rajah Wild Ding Dong Ravers, Govana, Nesta, Leadpipe, and Saddis.
"The experience No Long Talk created on the Parkway was special because we accomplished exactly what we set out to do," said Rhea Prendergast. "Everyone I've spoken to afterwards shared the same feeling: 'You guys brought the Parkway back to life,' 'I haven’t had this much fun on the Parkway ever,' and 'New York always had a Carnival like this?' It was an honor to refresh one of the city’s greatest traditions and bring our No Long Talk energy to it", Captain of the No Long Talk crew, Rhea Prendergast expressed.
"Give thanks to all involved from WIADCA & Red Bull for allowing us this opportunity to Golden Krust & The Juicy Box for coming onboard as sponsors to the DJs & artists who graciously shared their craft with the masqueraders to our superb production team and, of course, to the beloved people of New York City. Thank you for always breathing into me as much as I try to breathe into you. We’ll see you next year for even more Labor Day niceness!".
"At No Long Talk, our goal is to create a safe space where our community can enjoy the culture that we love. Bringing such a diverse audience together on the parkway was a powerful testament to the positive energy we are sharing with the world." It was a joy to celebrate in this fashion", added Damon DeGraff, one of the Crew leaders.
Although only 200 tickets were made available to the public- all selling out quickly- by the end of the parade, the No Long Talk truck had nearly 500 enthusiastic followers following behind, dancing and celebrating. The event marked a vibrant display of Caribbean culture, music, and community and as many patrons and music peers alike have echoed, breathed a gust of fresh air into Brooklyn’s beloved Labor Day Parade once more.
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