By S.Browne. Updated 10:27 a.m., Tuesday, September 2, 2025, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).
The Melisizwe Brothers — Marc, Seth, and Zacary — returned to their Vincentian roots this summer for the second edition of their Gold Mind Vocal Recording Camp, inspiring eight young Vincentian artists, the youngest just eleven, to produce polished new songs.
This three-week programme, held at the Belmont Arts and Cultural Experience (BACE) Centre in Belmont, Windward, blended artistry, mentorship, and industry training for the next generation of musicians. Each participant left with a song carrying an international sound and standard, crafted to showcase their individual style.
Although based in Canada, the Melisizwe Brothers proudly acknowledge their Vincentian heritage, describing the camp as both a homecoming and an investment in local talent. “This isn’t just about making music,” said Marc Melisizwe. “It’s about showing young artists how to turn creativity into an economic vehicle and create opportunities for themselves.”
The camp went beyond performance, teaching participants vital lessons in the business side of the music industry — from publishing and branding to navigating the global marketplace. Importantly, each camp member will register with ECCO (Eastern Caribbean Collective Organisation for Music Rights), ensuring their songs are protected and capable of earning royalties across the Caribbean and internationally.
The Melisizwe Brothers stressed that their goal was not to make promises but to produce authentic, high-quality songs with international appeal. Genres spanned gospel, R&B, soul, and motivational music, reflecting both global trends and Vincentian identity. “We worked hard to shape each song to fit the artist,” said Zacary. “Our goal is for the world to feel the heart of St. Vincent and the Grenadines in every track.”
With eight new songs ready for release, the brothers say they will distribute them globally and “let the universe decide.”
Three years ago, the brothers produced the powerful single Voices, which gained international recognition after being spotlighted by America’s Got Talent. Their credibility has only grown since then. The trio recently won the Young Songwriters Award from SOCAN (Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada), a prestigious national honour that cements their place among Canada’s most promising artists.
The Melisizwe Brothers extended thanks to the BACE Centre in Belmont, local supporters, and the families of the participants. They emphasised that the camp was about more than music — it was about giving young Vincentians a platform to reach the world. “This is about empowering young people and inviting the country to stand behind them,” the brothers said. “When St. Vincent and the Grenadines supports its artists, the whole world gets to be blessed by their voices.”
This information was sourced from a press release sent to us by Kevin Renson Roderiques.
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