Roseau, Dominica – In an official public statement released this week, the Dominica Calypso Association (DCA) has unveiled a last-minute lineup reshuffle for the highly anticipated 2027 national calypso quarterfinals, confirming that three top-tier finalists from the 2026 competition cycle will not be taking the stage in the upcoming round. The three returning fan-favorite performers sidelined from this year’s quarterfinal slate are Joy, Jaydee, and Sandy, all of whom earned widespread acclaim and dedicated local followings for their sharp, socially conscious lyrical performances during the 2026 contest. To fill the three newly vacated spots in the quarterfinal roster, the DCA formally activated its pre-approved reserve contestant list, advancing three qualifying alternate artists in sequential ranking: Al Mario Casimir, who performs under the stage name Ace; Danyan Joseph, known professionally as Danyan; and Augustine St. Louis, who goes by the stage moniker Liberator. The governing body for Dominica’s iconic calypso performance scene extended warm well wishes to Joy, Jaydee, and Sandy in its official notice, expressing hope for their swift return to future competition cycles, while also offering formal congratulations to the three promoted reserves for earning their spot in the 2027 contest after months of dedicated preparation. The 2027 Calypso Quarterfinals are slated to kick off on Saturday, January 2, 2027, with all performances hosted at the popular local event venue The Factory, where hundreds of calypso enthusiasts are expected to gather to cheer on the competing artists.