Clinton Benoit - Funky Konpa Music

Clinton Benoit: Funky Konpa's Vibrant Musical Journey

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Honoring the Past, Advancing the Sound

Clinton Benoit has played a meaningful role in the evolution of Haitian music by bridging tradition with innovation and positioning Haitian sound within a global context. Rooted in konpa and Haitian folk traditions, his work expands beyond genre boundaries, incorporating rock, jazz, Latin rhythms, and world music influences, reflecting the natural evolution of Haitian music in the diaspora. Through performance, production, and cultural leadership, Benoit has helped modernize Haitian musical expression while preserving its identity, creating space for experimentation without erasing heritage. His commitment to artistic authenticity and cultural storytelling has contributed to a broader understanding of Haitian music as a living, evolving art form, one that honors its roots while confidently engaging the future.

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A Historic Crossover at SOB’s

When Generations Collide
Clinton Benoit and Tabou Combo light up SOB’s, tradition meets modern fire.

A Historic Crossover at SOB's

According to the Midtown Times and other local entertainment outlets, Clinton Benoit lit up SOB's on December 19, 2025, with a powerful appearance alongside the legendary Tabou Combo, marking the band’s return to the iconic venue after 17 years. The night blended nostalgia and fresh energy, turning the late-night konpa show into a memorable cultural moment for fans in attendance.

Clinton Benoit & The Miami Holdin Jazz: An Exclusive Night of Jazz Kreyòl Elegance

Clinton Benoit delivered an intimate and refined performance alongside Miami Holdin Jazz for a special night of Jazz Kreyòl, where elegance and musicianship took center stage. The gathering was highly selective, attracting a discerning audience drawn to the subtle fusion of jazz sophistication and Creole soul. Rather than spectacle, the evening emphasized mood, nuance, and musical dialogue, an exclusive celebration of artistry that highlighted Benoit’s versatility and deep musical roots.

Clinton Benoit: Where Music and Advocacy Converge

Clinton Benoit is a Haitian musician, cultural advocate, and community organizer whose activism centers on empowering Haitian voices through culture, media, and public engagement. For decades, he has worked to preserve and elevate Haitian music and history, creating platforms that document, celebrate, and protect the legacy of Haitian artists in Haiti and across the diaspora.

A strong advocate for artists’ rights and unity, Benoit has promoted fair representation, visibility, and opportunity for Haitian musicians, while using concerts, media, and public forums to address systemic challenges facing the community. Beyond music, his activism extends to social justice, public safety, and mental health awareness, informed by his background in public service and social work.

Through cultural leadership and accurate storytelling, Clinton Benoit continues to strengthen the Haitian community, using culture as a tool for dignity, resilience, and collective progress.

The Impact of Clinton Benoit’s Musical Journey

Where vibrant konpa rhythms meet fresh funk grooves.

Clinton Benoit & Magnum Band Ignite Long Island City Live

Experience Clinton Benoit’s magnetic stage presence and electrifying performances at the Melrose Ballroom, where his passion, rhythm, and commanding delivery lift audiences to their feet with every beat and melody.

Clinton Benoit & Kreyol Alternative Live at SOB's

Clinton Benoit’s band, Kreyol Alternative, blends the raw colors of nature with the pulse of modern sound, creating a musical experience that is both organic and electrifying. Their live performance at the iconic SOB’s was a powerful display of vibrant artistry, layered rhythms, and soulful intensity, holding the audience captive from start to finish. The band was on fire, and the packed downtown Manhattan club pulsed with energy as fans cheered, danced, and celebrated a night where creativity, passion, and live musicianship took center stage.

Where Experience Finds Its Form in Culture

Clinton Benoit represents 25 years of musical mastery shaped by global stages, cross-cultural exploration, and fearless innovation. Performing across multiple continents, he has earned recognition for expanding the boundaries of Haitian and world music through a genre-spanning catalog that includes Funky Konpa originals, Compas Direct, deep Haitian roots traditions, salsa fusion, heavy metal and merengue crossovers, rock, soul, world music, and intimate acoustic sessions. Whether leading dynamic arrangements with Kreyol Alternative and The 42nd St Band or crafting genre-defying studio work, Benoit blends tradition with modern expression. Informed by community advocacy and public service, his artistry reflects discipline, resilience, and purpose, using music as a vehicle for cultural continuity, innovation, and empowerment within the Haitian community and the global music landscape. His music is available on all major streaming platforms.

THE SOUND OF CLINTON BENOIT

A vibrant fusion of Haitian groove, global textures, and heartfelt songwriting defines Clinton Benoit’s sound. Explore Clinton’s catalog, spanning classic Konpa, electrifying Funky Konpa, uplifting anthems, romantic ballads, and soul-stirring acoustic sessions, each reflecting depth, versatility, and cultural pride.

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