Update: Busta Rhymes and R. City Lead St. Thomas Carnival Village Lineup

The 74th Annual St. Thomas Carnival Village is set to bring a wide-ranging mix of Virgin Islands, Caribbean, and international talent to the stage, with organizers unveiling a lineup led by hip-hop star Busta Rhymes and St. Thomas-born duo R. City. Announced by the V.I. Department of Tourism in partnership with the Division of Festivals, this year’s Village concerts are being presented as a celebration of the musical range, cultural energy, and regional identity that define Carnival in the territory. The lineup spans six nights of free Village performances and includes both internationally known names and a strong slate of local artists. Alongside Busta Rhymes and R. City, the announced lineup also includes Steel Pulse, Destra, Alison Hinds, Voice, and Full Blown.  The schedule will also feature a Bouyon Fest, bringing Trilla G, Shelly, Reo, and Trev Li to the Village stage. Virgin Islands artists are expected to hold a major place throughout the weeklong celebration. Among the ter...