Born on 24 November 1974, Machel Montano shot to fame in 1986 when he became the youngest finalist in the history of the Calypso Monarch competition, singing the aptly titled single "Too Young to Soca". Thus began a phenomenal career that has spanned over two decades.

He has recorded songs with some of the most esteemed artistes in calypso such as The Mighty Sparrow, David Rudder, Calypso Rose and Black Stalin. His collaborations also include many of the Caribbeans most popular performers and International acts such as Alison Hinds, Beenie Man, Drupatee, Wyclef Jean, Canibus, Red Rat, Shaggy, Denise Belfon, KMC, Walker Hornung, Vybz Cartel, Buju Banton, Mr. Vegas, Doug E. Fresh and Mr. Vegas.

He has established himself as a true ambassador for Soca and Trinidad and Tobago's Carnival, by being the first Soca artiste to perform before sold out audiences at Madison Square Gardens in 2007 and 2008.

Machel's style of music is constantly evolving, each year bringing new concepts and fresh performances. His band has also been re-invented several times. From 2007, the band adopted the name Machel Montano HD (High Definition). The re-branding included an HD tour bus, the only one of its kind in Trinidad and Tobago, complete with bedroom, bathroom facilities, internet access and an expansive audio/visual system. Just when fans thought that he had reached the pinnacle of his career, they were in for a new and improved Machel - HD style!!

The visionary entertainer continued to raise the bar in 2009. Machael launched a childrens book entitled Boy Boy and the Magic Drum which served as a map to his first ever Carnival Childrens Show/Musical which bears the same name. On the musical side, Montano released several new songs including "Raving" and "Mesmerize" along with exciting collaborations with Patrice Roberts, Lil Jon and new member to the HD Family, Umi Marcano.