July 18, 2007: Rain may have led to the postponement of the Tiny Tots parade on Sunday but it certainly did not deter the follow through on the Digicel Rising Star auditions held at the Resource Center over the weekend.

The ambitious individuals who turned out to try their luck at becoming the next Digicel Rising Star proved to be an extremely talented bunch. From a four man group of rap artistes to a well seasoned vocalist, there was no shortage of variety and talent.

The jubilant four finalists representing Anguilla for Digicel Rising Stars. (Left to Right) Catriona Lake, Dornette King, Britnee Williams and Joseph Pradel.

In the judges final analysis only four could emerge as Anguilla’s finalists. Dornette King’s soulful gospel performance guaranteed her spot among the four, Catriona Lake a semi-finalist in last years competition with her exceptionally well prepared delivery also sealed her fate, while newcomer the extremely shy Britnee Williams overcame her shyness to render with ease a popular soca tune. Displaying his talent again, Joseph Pradel got through and rounded up the group with a confident and strong delivery of a sultry ballad.