Welcome to Paradise: Naomi Cowan’s Intimate Album Unveiling
On Wednesday, October 8, 2025, singer Naomi Cowan marked a defining moment in her career with the release of her debut album, Welcome to Paradise, celebrated in a private gathering at the legendary Tuff Gong Studios in Kingston.
The intimate gathering — sponsored by Red Stripe — drew family, close friends, and members of Kingston’s creative community together for an evening that felt both personal and purposeful. Against the backdrop of one of Jamaica’s most iconic recording spaces, the evening carried a warmth and familiarity that reflected Cowan’s artistic journey. Guests were treated to live performances, including the crowd favourite Paradise Plum alongside tracks from the new project. The event also attracted tastemakers and media figures who came out to show support and take in the Cowan’s new body of work.
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Seated front row were Cowan’s parents, producer Tommy Cowan and gospel artiste Carlene Davis (right) and her friends, speech pathologist Ann-Merita Golding (left), and Odyssey With Yendi creator and host Yendi Phillipps. (PHOTO: JASON JARRETT)
Gabrielle “DJ Gabby” Davis eased in rocking the Rep Ja Mesh Jersey. (PHOTO: JASON JARRETT)
The Belmont Agency CEO Marleisse Stephen was snazzy in denim-on-denim. (PHOTO: JASON JARRETT)
Brand manager for Red Stripe and Dragon Stout Amoye Phillpotts Brown (left) and marketing manager of Sunshine Snacks Shantell Hill Afonso, caught up, moments before Cowan’s unplugged performance. (PHOTO: JASON JARRETT)
The evening’s compère Joby Jay hit the scene in a red draped top and ruched white mini skirt.(PHOTO: JASON JARRETT)
Also a part of the celebration were Naomi Cowan’s band (from left) drummer Mark Anthony; keyboard player Djenne Greaves; bass player Joshua Jones; and guitarist Nicolas Groskopf. (PHOTO: JASON JARRETT)
Also in the cut was first-time visitor to Jamaica and California resident Jayson McCampbell. (PHOTO: JASON JARRETT)
Radio personality Kerry-Ann “Chiney K” Collins (left) and media personality Yendi Phillipps (PHOTO: JASON JARRETT)
