Michaël Brun Marks 10 Years of BAYO With Sold-Out NYC Residency

Michaël Brun has officially concluded one of the most significant chapters of his career. The Grammy-winning, platinum-selling producer utilized the 10th anniversary of BAYO—his influential platform dedicated to celebrating Haitian and Afro-Caribbean culture—to curate a month-long series of events that seamlessly blended live music, film, sports, and cultural advocacy throughout May and June.

The highlight of this milestone celebration was a historic, three-night sold-out residency at the Brooklyn Paramount in New York City, which followed a high-energy performance at Boston’s Agganis Arena. The opening night of the New York run served as a poignant homecoming, reuniting the original lineup from the inaugural BAYO event a decade ago. Over the course of the weekend, the stage played host to a vibrant array of talent, including performances from Troubleboy, Riva, Baky, Plezi RARA, Lakou Mizik, and Paul Beaubrun. The star-studded crowd included notable figures such as Fédération Haïtienne World Cup scorer Wilson Isidor, Lil Nas X, and the production duo Take A Daytrip.

Since its inception as an impromptu street-party concept, BAYO has evolved into a vital platform for fostering connection within the Haitian diaspora in the United States. The timing of this 10th-anniversary celebration was particularly meaningful, aligning with Haiti’s historic return to the FIFA World Cup, a narrative thread that Brun wove throughout the entire season.

In the lead-up to the residency, Brun unveiled a short film produced in collaboration with the Fédération Haïtienne, directed by Leo Volcy and executive produced by Brun alongside Haitian soccer icon Jozy Altidore. Beyond the screen, Brun demonstrated his commitment to the cause by performing a warm-up DJ set for the national team and maintaining a visible presence on the sidelines during their tournament matches in Boston, Philadelphia, and Atlanta.

During Haitian Heritage Month, the momentum continued with the launch of BAYO Sessions, a new live performance series featuring sets from Steves J. Bryan, J Perry, and Andybeatz. Brun also engaged in high-level cultural advocacy, meeting with New York City officials including Zohran Mamdani and Councilwoman Rita Joseph to further his mission of elevating Haitian culture within the city’s fabric.

The residency concluded on a high note, with Brun receiving an official citation from the President of the Borough of Brooklyn, Antonio Reynoso, in recognition of BAYO’s profound cultural impact and his dedicated contributions to the local Haitian community. As he looks toward the next decade, Brun remains focused on expanding the reach of the Sessions series and continuing his impactful work in live experiences and community advocacy.