Pannist Joshua Regrello now holds the World Record for Longest Marathon Playing Steelpan.

He earned the accolade after playing the National instrument for 30 hours straight.

His musical marathon, an official Guinness World Record attempt, began at 6:28am yesterday and hit the mark at 12:28pm today.

He continued playing, stopping when the clock hit 31 hours.

Throughout his attempt, Regrello was joined by various musicians and supporters.

Many also lent their support online, with words of encouragement coming via the event’s livestream.

Following the feat, Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley congratulated Regrello saying, “Your dedication, perseverance, and passion for our national instrument have been and continue to be truly inspiring. You have created history and more so, you have been able to unite our country and the diaspora during this holiday season. You have filled a nation with pride and I am sure that the pioneers of the steelpan who have passed on, and those who are still with us, are tremendously proud of you.”

Minister of Tourism, Culture and the Arts, Randall Mitchell also extended congratulations saying, “This milestone is especially meaningful as we mark a remarkable year for the Steelpan, including its designation as the official National Musical Instrument of our Republic. Joshua’s achievement adds another brilliant chapter to our rich cultural legacy.  Excellently done!”

Minister Mitchell was present for the record breaking moment.

Regrello’s bid for the world record was undertaken at the Wack Radio studio on Coffee Street, San Fernando.