LU: If you were going to through a “big people party,” how would you do it?
FN: First, I will use the word “mature.” These parties are for mature people. If you are throwing a real people party, there will be no guns, no knives and no fighting because it’s a party for big people. The “maturity” part of the party would be emphasized. And I’d like to add that this year at carnival in Trinidad, there were no major fights. It was a very peaceful fete. And I think that “Big People Party” was somewhat responsible for that.
LU: Out of all the places you’ve traveled and played outside of Trinidad, where had the the most crazy, big party vibe?
FN: The craziest place I think I’ve played is Reggae on the River in California. It was the best. We were the only band playing soca and when we start up the frenzy, we see ten thousand white hippies jumping up and down. They were going wild, waving their flags, all of that. It was amazing to see! It was really the best experience.
LU: You are also a recovering alcoholic. If you aren’t drinking alcohol then how do you go all night to keep the party going?
FN: Monster energy drinks! In fact, here I am right now in Brooklyn, New York. Bringing it worldwide, drinking one right now.