Antigua’s Poison Dart returns to sound clash arena with victory over Blunt Posse

After stepping away from competitive sound clash circuits for half a decade, Antigua and Barbuda’s iconic veteran sound system Poison Dart has staged a triumphant, unblemished return to the local arena, sweeping three straight rounds against long-time rival Blunt Posse to claim a definitive “lock-off” victory that ended the contest before any further rounds could unfold. Founded in 1993, Poison Dart has spent more than 30 years cementing its status as one of the twin-island nation’s most decorated and globally respected sound clash ambassadors, with a storied track record of representing Antigua and Barbuda on some of the world’s biggest reggae and dancehall sound battle stages. Over its decades-long run, the collective has competed in three separate World Clash tournaments, including a hosted edition on home soil, plus overseas stops in New York and Canada, and a 2010 appearance at Germany’s prestigious Riddim Clash, alongside a string of other high-profile international showdowns. The group’s long-awaited return to competitive action was sparked by two key driving forces: years of relentless, passionate pleas from its loyal fan base begging to see the legendary crew back in the ring, and pointed public criticism from a competing outfit that dismissed Poison Dart’s members as “sound clash cowards” for their extended absence. The lopsided, three-round sweep against Blunt Posse not only erased any lingering narratives about the group’s competitive edge fading after years away, but also immediately opened the door to a new global opportunity. Poison Dart has formally accepted an official invitation to represent Antigua and Barbuda at the upcoming War Is In The Air 8 sound clash event, set to take place in the Bronx, New York. Crew members confirmed that the decision to sign on for the international fixture was heavily influenced by the flood of fan inquiries over the years asking when the iconic collective would make its return to global clash competition. Now, backed by 30 years of hard-earned legacy and fresh off a dominant comeback win, Poison Dart is deep in training to carry Antigua and Barbuda’s flag to the Bronx stage, proving beyond doubt that it remains a fearsome, unignorable force in global sound clash culture.