T-Vice Gearing Up for High-Profile London Notting Hill Carnival Debut in 2026

Roberto Martino and band prepare to take authentic konpa sound to the UK's biggest street stage

Legendary konpa band T-Vice has announced an ambitious international appearance at the prestigious Notting Hill Carnival in London, expanding the footprint of Haitian music in Western Europe. Frontman Roberto Martino expressed tremendous excitement about introducing high-energy live konpa rhythms to carnival crowds.

The tour announcement has generated significant buzz within European Afro-Caribbean circuits, where live Haitian bands are enjoying renewed demand. T-Vice plans to bring an extensive repertoire of classic hits and new 2026 arrangements, spotlighting their signature guitar lines and relentless percussion.

About this artist

Formed in the early 1990s by brothers Roberto and Reynaldo Martino—sons of legendary guitarist Robert Martino of the classic group Top Vice—T-Vice is one of the most prominent bands in modern Haitian compas ([Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/T-Vice)). Headquartered in Miami, Florida, the group revolutionized traditional compas direct by fusing its foundational, guitar-driven groove with high-octane elements of rock, reggae, merengue, flamenco, and modern synthesizers ([Grokipedia](https://grokipedia.com/page/t_vice)). Roberto's charismatic presence as lead singer and guitarist paired with Reynaldo's sophisticated keyboard arrangements and musical direction helped the band establish an energetic party sound, which broke through commercially with their 1994 debut album Kompa Kontak and the late-1990s smash hit Ban'm T-Vice Mwen ([Grokipedia](https://grokipedia.com/page/t_vice)). Over the ensuing decades, they expanded their sonic footprint through cross-genre collaborations with prominent international and Haitian acts, including Wyclef Jean, Buju Banton, and Carimi ([Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/T-Vice)). Beyond their studio releases, T-Vice has served as a vital cultural ambassador for Haiti, playing an indispensable role in introducing compas to younger generations and widespread diaspora audiences ([Grokipedia](https://grokipedia.com/page/t_vice)). They built a global live reputation through relentless touring across the United States, Canada, Europe, and the Caribbean, frequently headlining major events like Miami’s Haitian Compas Festival and earning multiple Carnival honors in Port-au-Prince ([Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/T-Vice), [Grokipedia](https://grokipedia.com/page/t_vice)). The band’s legendary, decades-long musical rivalry with fellow compas heavyweight Djakout Mizik became a celebrated staple of Haitian pop culture, driving intense fan engagement and elevating the competitive spirit of the genre ([Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/T-Vice), [Grokipedia](https://grokipedia.com/page/t_vice)). Through their innovative musicianship, enduring family leadership, and vibrant stage presence, T-Vice remains a cornerstone institution of the Haitian Music Industry ([Grokipedia](https://grokipedia.com/page/t_vice)).

T-Vice Gearing Up for High-Profile London Notting Hill Carnival Debut in 2026

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