SALISES Honours Burning Flames for 41 Years of Musical Excellence
The Sir Arthur Lewis Institute for Social and Economic Studies (SALISES) of The University of the West Indies (UWI) has recognized Antiguan Soca band Burning Flames for their outstanding contribution to Caribbean music and culture during the 26th Annual SALISES Conference.
The honour was bestowed upon the legendary band during the prestigious Sir Arthur Lewis Distinguished Lecture at The UWI Five Islands Campus. The recognition highlights the band’s remarkable 41-year journey and enduring impact on Caribbean music.
University Director of SALISES, Professor Don Marshall, presented the award, acknowledging the band’s extraordinary longevity in an often-challenging industry. “What businesses have survived 41 years and still remain in popular demand?” Professor Marshall remarked during the presentation. “Our musical icons have managed to navigate the tempest that is the marketplace out there—to stay current, to stay relevant, to help us beat off the stress of everyday life.”
The award, specially designed in the form of a flame, was presented to the band members who were invited on stage during the ceremony. The inscription reads: “The Sir Arthur Lewis Institute wishes to congratulate Burning Flames for a sterling contribution to Caribbean music.”
Professor Marshall emphasized the significance of the band’s achievement, noting that SALISES had previously honoured Barbadian band Krosfyah for 30 years of service, but Burning Flames’ 41-year run represented an even more impressive milestone.
“The Sir Arthur Lewis Institute and the Five Islands Campus want to pay a special tribute for your longevity, your creativity, and the difference you’ve made in the lives of so many who listen to the strains of your music and move to the vibrant rhythms of your creative melodies and talents,” said Professor Marshall during the ceremony.
Burning Flames, formed in 1984, has become a cornerstone of Antigua and Barbuda’s musical heritage and a significant cultural institution throughout the Caribbean region. The recognition came as part of the 26th Annual SALISES Conference, which brought together academics, policymakers, and cultural leaders to discuss social and economic development in the Caribbean.
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