Georgetown: Roger Hinds was crowned chutney Monarch Saturday night with his song titled “She Roll,’ taking the crown from Haresh Singh.
Sixteen Guyanese artistes entered the 2013 Chutney finals at the National Cultural Centre.
Remaining in the top three, Fiona Singh, moving one step up from last year, copped the second spot with her song “Jam” and Haresh Singh; the defending monarch came in third with his rendition “Samantha”.
As they competed for the coveted National Chutney Monarch crown they were also vying for the chance to represent Guyana in Trinidad and Tobago at the International Chutney Soca Monarch competition on January 26. George Singh, Producer of that competition was there to witness the Guyana finals.
The winner of the competition will receive $550,000 while the second place winner will receive $350,000 and the person in third position will get $200,000. The best newcomer will get $100,000.
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