Courtesy : Overtime Media (@overtimett)
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Moruga-born DJ Anarchy (Alinton Brereton) is preparing to take Trinidad and Tobago’s music and culture to one of the world’s biggest sporting spectacles this month, after being selected to perform at official events connected to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Minister of Culture and Community Development and MP for Moruga/Tableland Michelle Benjamin described the achievement as:
“DJ Anarchy’s selection to perform at events connected to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is a proud moment for Trinidad and Tobago and a powerful affirmation of the global reach of our creative talent.
From a young boy drawn to music in the heart of Moruga to a recognised name on international stages and airwaves, Alinton Brereton embodies the world-class artistry our cultural sector continues to produce.”
The Houston-based entertainer will appear at multiple tournament-related events throughout June and July in Houston and Los Angeles, becoming the only T&T DJ selected for the assignment.
Ironically, the opportunity almost never happened.
“The talent organisers reached out to me through Instagram, but honestly, I thought it was a scam,” Anarchy said during a recent interview with Overtime Media. “Everybody is always messaging and claiming to be this person or that person, so I had to do my research and make sure it was official.”
Once he confirmed the authenticity of the approach, he immediately contacted his management team to finalise the arrangements.
“I was excited and shocked at the same time,” he said. “When I realised it was real, my first thought was, ‘Let’s lock this in. This is FIFA. We don’t want to miss this opportunity.'”
The Moruga native sees the World Cup appearances as both a personal achievement and a chance to represent Trinidad and Tobago and the wider Caribbean on a global stage.
“It’s truly mind-blowing and it’s a huge responsibility,” he said. “I want to go out there, stamp my name, give my best performance and leave a lasting impression of who we are and the energy we bring.”
Known for his open-format style, Anarchy plans to showcase a wide range of sounds, including soca, dancehall, Afrobeat, amapiano, EDM, reggaeton and pop, while making sure Caribbean music remains a central part of his performances.
“The World Cup is the biggest sporting event in the world and our influence is already global,” he said.
“We need to have that Caribbean flavour there because our music and culture have impacted people all over the world.”
The opportunity marks another milestone in a journey that began when Anarchy relocated to Houston in 2016 with a suitcase of clothes and his DJ mixer, rebuilding his career from scratch while working in the oil and gas industry and later as an AT&T technician.
His career eventually led to a weekly programme on SiriusXM’s Pitbull’s Globalization channel and opportunities with organisations including the Houston Texans and Houston Rockets.
Ironically, he credits social media with helping to create many of those opportunities.
“You never know who’s watching,” he said. “I didn’t think FIFA talent scouts were watching me, but I made sure to use the platform to showcase my talents and all the work I’ve been doing with different brands and organisations.”
Anarchy is also encouraging Caribbean music fans to become part of his World Cup journey. During the Overtime Media interview, he agreed to work on an interactive Caribbean music initiative that will invite fans from across the region and diaspora to suggest songs they believe best represent Caribbean culture on the global stage.
“I’m one of those DJs who loves taking requests,” he laughed. “If people have songs they think I should play, I want them to let me know.”
As preparations continue for the tournament, Anarchy hopes his achievement encourages more young people to dream beyond their immediate surroundings.
“I grew up with humble beginnings and just a dream,” he said. “But I know and I always tell people if you believe in yourself, stay humble, build genuine relationships, use your social media and put in the work, anything is possible.”
