As Trinidad and Tobago celebrates World Steelpan Month, Kevon “KB The Pannist” Bass joins Trinidad and Tobago Today to share his journey from becoming a self-taught pannist in South Trinidad to performing professionally aboard international cruise ships.
He reflects on the influence of his father, Eugene Bass, the opportunities steelpan has created for him, and his experiences introducing international audiences to the national instrument. He also discusses the importance of encouraging young people to embrace steelpan and the possibilities it can offer as both a cultural tradition and a career.