The A TEAM Band: A Comprehensive Biography

In the year 2013, a group of talented musicians hailing from the modest hills of Laventille, Trinidad, came together and formed the incomparable A Team Band. The A TEAM Band is an all-star ensemble of versatile musicians specializing in genre-blending performances, delivering high-energy shows with unmatched musical authenticity. Known for their dynamic stage presence and flawless execution, The A TEAM brings a vibrant mix of soca, chutney, dancehall, R&B, and old-school hits, ensuring every audience leaves exhilarated.

Over the years, the band's leadership has evolved. Initially led by Eddie Charles and Kerlene "Keriz" Joseph, the lineup saw shifts and additions with Soca Trainer and Nishard Mayrhoo, and most recently, the dynamic Joel "Zan" Fevek and the alluring Kristina James.. This collective commands the stage with a repertoire that transcends generations and cultures. Their ability to adapt and elevate any performance has made them a top choice for events, festivals, and carnival celebrations year round.

A Legacy of Excellence

Since 2015, The A TEAM Band has held the prestigious role as the official backing band for Trinidad and Tobago's premier soca competition. They delivered three consecutive years of electrifying performances for the International Soca Monarch Competition from 2015 to 2017. In 2025, they continued this legacy as the powerhouse behind the newly rebranded Ultimate Soca Champion, the most anticipated event of the Trinidad and Tobago Carnival Season, where artists compete for a $1 million prize and the coveted title.

Milestone Performances & Global Reach

The A TEAM's calendar is a testament to their dominance in the Caribbean music scene. Their versatility has allowed them to share the stage with soca heavyweights, international stars, and Caribbean legends, including Olatunji Yearwood, Lyrical, Farmer Nappy, Salty, Teddyson John, Patrice Roberts, Chucky, Isasha, Jah Melody, Prophet Benjamin, Pternsky, Mr. King, Hyper Sounds, Voice, Preedy, Nessa Preppy, Nadia Batson, Kerwin Du Bois, Terri Lyons, Swappi, Nailah Blackman, and legends like David Rudder, Lord Nelson, Beckett, Baron, Singing Sandra, and Arturo Tappin.

The band's international appeal was evident early on with performances at the BVI Tortola Carnival in 2014, 2015, and 2018, and the St. Thomas USVI Carnival in 2016. In 2018, they took their energy to the Sin City Bhaccanal in Las Vegas, USA, and the Parkway Jam.

The period of 2019-2020 saw the band at the height of the carnival circuit, performing at major fetes, including Machel Monday (2019) , Army Fete (2019, 2020) , Patrice Roberts in Concert (2019, 2020) , and international events like Miami Carnival (2019) . They adapted to the global pandemic by participating in the virtual editions of Notting Hill Carnival (2020) and Miami Carnival (2020) , as well as the Republic Day Concert, "Together As One," for Digicel (2020) .

In 2021, they continued to deliver powerful performances with events like "Strength of a Woman - Reflections" and "Chance the Concert," as well as a special St. Vincent & Grenadines Relief Concert.

A Year-Round Powerhouse: 2022-2026

Beyond carnival, The A TEAM dominates the Trinidad & Tobago corporate Christmas season and has solidified a year-round touring schedule. Their influence now extends globally, solidifying their reputation as one of the most versatile and in-demand bands in the region.

The detailed calendar from August 2022 onwards illustrates their relentless work ethic and global footprint:

· August - October 2022: The band kicked off a busy season with local events like Festival at Sound Forge (Aug 30) , Represent at BP Renegades (Aug 31) , and Independence Celebrations at the QPS (Aug 31) before heading to the USA for the Island to Island Concert at the Brooklyn Museum (Sept 2) and Sunny Side Up in NYC (Sept 4) . They also performed at the ICC Cricket in Guyana (Sept 29) and had a multi-stop tour in Miami for Lyrikal, Tipsy, One Fete, and the Broward in the Park event (Oct 6-9) . The month ended with a series of shows in Tobago, including Tomac Festival (Oct 24, 27) and an event at the Magdalena Grand Resort (Oct 29) .

· November - December 2022: The season included the Launch of Carnival at the QPS (Nov 5) , SSS Black in NYC (Nov 25) , and a heavy corporate schedule with the Guardian EOY Function at Government Campus Plaza (Dec 9) , Customs & Excise Xmas Dinner at the Hyatt Regency (Dec 10) , and the Central Bank Xmas Function (Dec 10) . They closed the year with the Hyatt Old Year's Night Celebration (Dec 31) .

· January - February 2023 (Carnival Season): The 2023 carnival season was packed with high-profile events, including Soka in Moka (Jan 1) , Gateway to the World in Piarco (Jan 21) , UWI Fete (Jan 22) , Eye Slam Concert at Hutt Shuts (Jan 25) , and numerous others like I Love Choka at the Center of Excellence (Feb 4) , Pan on the Greens at the Queen's Park Savannah (Feb 5) , Army Fete at the QPS (Feb 10) , PNM Fete at Government Campus Plaza (Feb 14) , Hyatt Lime (Feb 15) , and culminating with On the Road with Yuma in POS (Feb 21) .

· 2024 - 2026: A Global Touring Schedule: The band's calendar for 2024 and beyond shows a strategic expansion into a full-fledged international touring act, while maintaining their dominance at home.

  · Early 2024: They played major carnival events like CIC Fete (Jan 20) , Allure (Jan 21) , Ladies Night Out (Jan 25) , Army Fete (Feb 2) , Fatima All Inclusive at Skinner Park (Feb 2) , Hyatt Lime (Feb 7) , Tribe Ignite (Feb 8) , and On the Road with Yuma (Feb 13) .

  · Summer 2024 (International Tour): The band embarked on an extensive international tour, hitting St. Thomas (Apr 1) , "I Am Woman" in NYC (Apr 4) , Bahamas (Apr 18) , Orlando (Apr 25) , Atlanta (Apr 26) , Shhh NYC (Apr 27) , Guyana, "I Am Woman" in Toronto (Jun 15) , Tortola (Jun 28) , St. Vincent (Jul 1) , St. Croix (Jul 3) , Virginia (Jul 19) , Washington DC (Jul 20) , NYC (Jul 27) , Barbados (Jul 31) , Toronto (Aug 2) , Anguilla (Aug 8) , Edmonton (Aug 10) , and back to NYC (Aug 30) .

  · 2024-2026: They returned for the corporate season with the EOG Xmas Function (Dec 7) and New Year's in Grenada (Dec 31) . The 2025 carnival season included Soka in Moka (Jan 5) , PowerGen Awards (Jan 18) , GBM Concert (Jan 19) , Mzuri People (Feb 1) , A Class (Feb 2) , Eye Slam Concert Series (Feb 5) , and Ladies Night Out at Renaissance (Feb 15) .

2026: The Ultimate Season and Beyond

The 2026 Trinidad and Tobago Carnival season marked another historic milestone for The A TEAM Band, as they served as the official backing band for soca sensation Marshall Montano. Delivering their signature flawless execution and high energy performance, they provided the musical foundation for Montano's highly anticipated carnival presentations, further solidifying their reputation as the band of choice for the industry's biggest stars.

As the 2026 carnival season draws to a close, The A TEAM Band shows no signs of slowing down. They are set to embark on an extensive international tour, continuing their long standing collaboration with soca superstars Machel Montano and  Patrice Roberts. The A TEAM Band while sharing the international stages with soca superstars Patrice Roberts and Machel Montano will bring the infectious energy of soca music to millions of fans across the globe, spreading Caribbean vibes to international audiences and proving once again why The A TEAM is the ultimate musical powerhouse.