Port-de-Paix’s Contribution in 70 Years of Compas Direct

On the occasion of the 70th anniversary of compas direct, the iconic Haitian music genre created by Nemours Jean-Baptiste in 1955, Port-de-Paix emerges as a little-known yet essential pillar of this musical revolution.

On the occasion of the 70th anniversary of compas direct, the iconic Haitian music genre created by Nemours Jean-Baptiste in 1955, Port-de-Paix emerges as a little-known yet essential pillar of this musical revolution. From the early days of compas, the Northwest—and particularly Port-de-Paix—played a decisive role, driven by artists and bands that helped shape this captivating rhythm, which has since become a symbol of Haitian and Caribbean identity.

The Ensemble Fantaisiste of Port-de-Paix

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