R&B legends for Barbados 'Ulitmate Soul Weekend.'

R&B legends and chart toppers descend upon Barbados for inaugural 'Ulitmate Soul Weekend.'

*Forecasters warned of steamy hot temperatures on the Caribbean Island of Barbados last weekend, but it seems they weren't referring to just Mother Nature's handy work.

They must have considered that US music legends and chart toppers -- along wth some of the Caribbean region's hottest local performers -- were slated to descend upon the island to lend their talent to the inaugural installment of 'The Ulitmate Soul Weekend,' organized by Timeless Barbados Inc.

Over the course of three nights and in the Islands most notable venue, Sir Garfield Sobers Stadium, the islanders - whom seem to have an enormous appreciation for American music - and those of us whom traveled from abroad were treated to the powerhouse roster of Stephanie Mills, Peabo Bryson, Jeffrey Osbourne, Deborah Cox, En Vogue, and CeCe Winans (Regina Belle was originally slated to perform, but was recovering from a minor ear surgery); the stage blazed white hot for three straight nights.

There is much to be said of seasoned showmanship, which when coupled with the Barbadians enormous appreciation for America's contribution to R&B created the perfect storm; the energy brought out the best in the artists.