CLUB ENVY is now under new management – that of popular entertainer and performer Kareem ‘cKush’ Lewis who says it is now the place to be for party goers who want to enjoy a safe, clean and comfortable space.

The Guyanese musician took over the Sheriff Street facility just recently with last weekend being the first opening night under new management.

Patrons can expect an “electrifying” experience at the club with a service that is professional and courteous. “It’s going to be that place to be,” ‘cKush’ told Buzz in an interview this week.

In the past, he owned and managed a bar in the Lodge neighbhourhood where he grew up, so he believes that this, coupled with his experience of hosting events at other bars, has given him the hands-on training he needs to make a success of Club Envy.

It’s all about bringing a fresh face to the club, ‘cKush’ said, adding that he already has some regional artistes lined up to perform live at the club. In fact, this new venture falls right within his comfort zone as an entertainer as he said he will be more connected with the public and get to see where their enjoyment lies in terms of music.

He related how, in addition to this and other business ventures, he has also been doing work with popular regional artistes. These projects will be released at just the right time.

‘cKush’ had recalled his long walk along the musical path as a writer and performer. It was during his school days that he found his voice. At age 13, he said he was part of the Drama Club at his alma mater, Central High School.

At the time, his brother and cousin were also into writing music. When a teacher told him that there was a ‘Mash’ concert coming up and that he should think about participating, it was not difficult to decide. Lewis performed a Calypso that became his first major writing project.
He believes that a career in music in Guyana is definitely possible provided there’s a love and passion for the work. “I plan to continue to work and do what’s necessary for my progression and see how far it will take me,” he expressed.

“I am a ghetto youth but I love to make mention of it because there is a stigma attached to the ghetto,” he pointed out. He noted that he had seen how many young people were afraid to say that they are/were from areas considered to be the ghetto. He just wants youths to know that they can be successful regardless of where they’re from,” he told Buzz.

“Education is paramount… merge it with your talents and skills; be innovative and use it to benefit your society and your country as a whole,” he advises youths, adding that it is equally important to be authentic and the best version of one’s self.