Montego Bay, Jamaica – In a defining moment for both her career and the rising Zess movement, Trinidadian artist Nelly Cottoy, widely known as the “Queen of Zess”, delivered a high-energy performance at Floatopia Jamaica’s “Soca on the Beach” event on April 12, 2025.
Held at the scenic Harmony Beach Park in Montego Bay, the event marked Cottoy’s first official international booking, a major milestone as she pushes to bring Zess music to a wider global audience.
Emerging on stage in her signature red outfit, Cottoy captivated the crowd with an electric setlist featuring her viral smash “Boop”, the crowd-favorite “Zess Queen”, and the empowering anthem “Fuh Spite.” Her performance effortlessly blended the raw rhythm of Zess with the vibrant pulse of soca, igniting a non-stop dance fest that kept fans moving throughout her set.
Cottoy’s appearance at Floatopia represents more than a career milestone—it underscores her relentless push to legitimize Zess as a recognized music genre. Her efforts have gained formal recognition, with Zess recently added as a new category in the Caribbean Music Awards, where she has also earned a nomination.
The “Soca on the Beach” showcase, organized by Floatopia Jamaica, also featured a powerful performance by Ayetian, one of Jamaica’s rising stars, along with a high-energy lineup of popular DJs. The event drew a diverse and vibrant crowd of Caribbean music lovers, further demonstrating the growing international appeal of Zess.
As she continues her Boop Tour with a stop in Guyana this weekend, Cottoy’s impact on the Caribbean music scene continues to grow. In a recent interview with Walk and Talk Jamaica, she hinted that she is open for bookings for the upcoming carnival in Jamaica, fueling anticipation among fans.
Nelly Cottoy’s unforgettable set at Floatopia Jamaica not only showcased her dynamic stage presence but also highlighted the evolution of Zess from a local Trinidadian style to a genre making waves across the Caribbean and beyond.
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