Port-au-Prince, August 22, 2025.- Invited to radio Magik9 this Friday, singer Carlo Glaudin, former collaborator of Nemours Jean Baptiste, drew a vibrant portrait of the « father of the direct compass ». According to him, Nemours' initiative to propose a new genre of music has revolutionized Haitian culture, opened a way for young people and encouraged the population to consume more local music.
Carlo Glaudin recalls that the creation of the direct compass by Nemours Jean Baptiste marked a major turning point in Haiti's musical history. This innovation offered young Haitians a new perspective, seeing music not only as a passion, but also as a way of success and emancipation.
The rise of Haitian music
The appearance of Nemours prompted the public to favour local music at the expense of foreign music, strengthening the country's cultural identity. « He was able to create a real music school »says Carlo Glaudin.
The former collaborator describes Nemours Jean Baptiste as a creative, disciplined and visionary artist who was able to chart the path despite many obstacles at the beginning. « Despite the difficulties encountered, he made a way with the compass to give us what we have today »Testimony Carlo Glaudin.
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