Feel the Vibes of Vincy Mas 2025: DJ Jel Drops His Latest Soca Mixtape
By Ananda/Sokah2Soca
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July 04, 2025
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We are transitioning from the Lucian Soca mix to the Vincy Soca mix. Yes, it’s that time again! It's Friday and time for more 'small island soca, brimming with big, big vibes. We turn to a Sokah2Soca family favorite, DJ Jel for this Friday's mixtape. Jel recently released "2025 VINCY SOCA TAKE OVER," a curated collection of music that exudes pure Vincy Mas energy from beginning to end.
Jel has a way of delivering energy and vibes with his mixes. This mix is your gateway to the songs heating up Saint Vincent as Carnival approaches—packed with sweet jab, power soca, and everything in between that’s keeping the vibes high and the waistlines busy.
We’ve got the full thing up now on Sokah2Soca, where fans of Caribbean culture come to soak it all in. Whether you’re on the road traveling to work or heading home, already at home, or daydreaming about fetes, this mix will transport you straight to the heart of Vincy celebrations. Hit play and let the rhythms carry you there.
Tracklist:
The tracklist is too lengthy to post here, but you can view the songs on the mixtape by following this link: 2025 Vincy Soca Take Over/Tracklist.
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: 2025 Vincy Soca Takeover
Curated/Mixed by: DJ Jel
Origin: Somewhere in the US
Genre: Soca ?
Sokah2Soca is a place where the rhythm lives and where Calypso, Steelband music, and Soca thrive!
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Turn Up Di Tempo: DJ Tony Tempo Drops a High-Energy Soca Mix for Saint Lucia Carnival 2025
By Ananda/Sokah2Soca
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July 04, 2025
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He’s back and bringing the fire! DJ Tony Tempo, our former “Friday Jumpstart Mix” maestro, returns to Sokah2Soca with his brand-new mixtape—and trust us, it’s time to Turn Up Di Tempo!
Soca Mix #1 is here to set the pace for Saint Lucia Carnival 2025, and it’s a full-on celebration of “Small Island Soca” with big island energy. From the island that gave us Dennery Segment, this mix is your VIP pass to the freshest vibes and unstoppable rhythms.
This isn’t just a mixtape—it’s your Lucian-style warm-up for the road. With DJ Tony Tempo at the controls, the high-energy music and non-stop groove ensure you're ready for anything.
So what’s the holdup? Hit play, blast it with your crew, and let’s jumpstart the road march early. Let's bring soca to the world. The music embodies the essence of Lucian vibes. It's time to "Turn Up Di Tempo!"
From DJ Tony Tempo:
Get ready to feel the vibes! DJ Tony Tempo is launching his Soca Mix Series for Saint Lucia Carnival 2025 with Soca Mix #1—a high-energy blend of the newest Soca hits from the Helen of the West and throughout the Caribbean. ??
Tracklist
00:00:00 Kardo—Insured (Pigeon Island Riddim)
00:01:19 Motto—I Wanna Pardy (Pigeon Island Riddim)
00:02:39 Arthur Allain x Vibez Productionz—Beside You (Market Vendor Riddim)
00:03:59 Imran Nerdy x Skinny Fabulous x Vibez Productionz—Drinking Hard (Market Vendor Riddim)
00:05:27 Motto x Vibez Productionz —Tonight (Dong Deh) (Market Vendor Riddim)
00:06:47 Hypasounds x Vibez Productionz—Not Looking For Love (Market Vendor Riddim)
00:08:09 Lady Leen—Anything You Can Do (Groove For Days Riddim)
00:09:24 Mata & Bronxx—Who Reach (Groove For Days Riddim)
00:10:55 Nireti—Thank God (Clean) (Groove For Days Riddim)
00:12:26 Mongstar—Interest
00:14:09 French Man ft. Motto—Bompa
00:14:50 Motto, Teamfoxx ft. BBF Bling & Otz—Anna (Robbery Riddim)
00:16:16 Mamma G—Mad People
00:17:31 Mac 11—Your Mother Say
00:19:17 Nireti—Runaway
00:21:16 Ambi—Eh, Sleep Yet (The Recycle Riddim)
00:21:50 Bandit x Ricky T—Hunt (The Recycle Riddim)
00:22:24 Bronxx x Mata x Erny—Mash Up Party (The Recycle Riddim)
00:23:32 Kripple x Ricky T—Sock (The Recycle Riddim)
00:24:28 Mongstar—Monsters Out (The Recycle Riddim)
00:25:25 Qpid—Your Business (The Recycle Riddim)
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Saint Lucia Carnival 2025
Curated & Mixed by: DJ Tony Tempo
Origin: USA
Genre: Soca ?
Sokah2Soca—Where the Rhythm Lives and Calypso, Steelband music and Soca Thrive!
? Listen. Share. Amplify. Our artists embody culture not only during Carnival but on a daily basis.
We present the music here for your listening pleasure and promotional purposes only, adhering to the "Fair Use" Musical Content Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976. Sokah2Soca/Soca Music Blog © 1990 by Santiwah is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-SA/4.0/.
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The Spiritual Soundtrack of the Caribbean: Lord Brynner and the Rise of Kumina
By Ananda/Sokah2Soca
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July 04, 2025
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When Lord Brynner sang “Kumina Rise Tonight,” he wasn’t just invoking rhythm—he was summoning memorable African ancestral practices. Memories dance through the bones, drum through the blood, and serve as a constant reminder that our culture is sacred, not merely a show. At Sokah2Soca, we honor that heartbeat. From Calypso’s conscience to Kumina’s ancestral fire, our mission is simple: amplify the sounds that carry history—and keep them rising. This practice exists in various forms across the Caribbean, known by different names, but ultimately it involves invoking and communicating with ancestral spirits through drums, dancing, and traditional African call-and-response singing.
Now let's dig into the invocation; let's discover the secrets behind “Kumina Rise Tonight.” This message indicates that a Kumina ceremony is about to take place. As you can tell after listening to the song, it is a powerful cultural invocation that draws on the Afro-Jamaican spiritual tradition of Kumina—a ritual practice rooted in Central African (primarily the Congo region) heritage. Obviously one can see the impact of the island's slave ancestry. The slave masters were unaware of the culture these enslaved people brought with them or simply did not see it as something worthy of consideration. They successfully Christianized the slaves, but some clung to their ancestral gifts and spirits. Kumina ceremonies in Jamaica involve a combination of cultural practices and the religious traditions of the Congo people. Brynner sings about a community of people gathering in the dark to celebrate Kumina. Kumina ceremonies involve drumming, dancing, and spirit possession and are often held to honor ancestors or seek guidance and protection.
So what was Brynner's goal when he sang "Kumina Rise Tonight?" In this calypso, he likely uses the phrase “Kumina rise tonight” as both a literal and symbolic call to awaken ancestral power and cultural memory. It’s a celebration of African spiritual resilience and a reminder that beneath the surface of Caribbean festivity lies a deep well of sacred tradition. Africans, who have lost contact with their ancestral homeland, understandably worship the spirit of their ancestors.' So singing "Kumina Rise Tonight" could be his call to action to become involved in this ceremonial endeavor called "Kumina," a spiritual Afro-Jamaican tradition rooted in Central African religious practices.
The song may also reflect a broader pan-Caribbean identity, blending Trinidadian calypso style with Jamaican ska and spiritual motifs to affirm unity and pride in African heritage. Think about it just a little: he used Trinidadian calypso and rooted the message in Afro-Jamaican spirituality to bridge the divide of the islands. African slavery touched all the Caribbean islands, creating a common bond among them. In a sense, he is calling upon Kumina's spirit to ascend throughout the Caribbean, fostering harmony with a message that their roots are profound and extensive.
We hope that the information helps. If after reading this you feel compelled to correct the narrative, please do it. After all, we are all here to promote our history and culture. We are open to criticism and advice. Finally, if this post resonates positively with you, then please share it with your social media contacts and thank you for taking the time to read ours.
Credit my resources: online research and Mr. Kenny Phillips of WACK Visual Radio 90.1FM, San Fernando, Trinidad.
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Kumina Rise Tonight (Side B of 7" vinyl record/Side A, Rich Man, Poor Man
Artist/Performed by: Lord Brynner TT
Written by: Kade Simon, aka Lord Brynner
Produced by Crystal Records Ltd.
Record Label: WIRL
Arranger: The arrangement is unknown, but the recording took place in Barbados. Chances are it was a Bajan arranger.
Music arranged and recorded: Barbados
Year: 1976
Genre: Calypso ?
Sokah2Soca—Where the Rhythm Lives and Calypso, Steelband music and Soca Thrive!
? Listen. Share. Amplify. Our artists embody culture not only during Carnival but on a daily basis.
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The Soca Fever Never Ends: Riding the Wave from Trinidad Carnival to Summer's Carnival Circuit
By Ananda/Sokah2Soca
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June 28, 2025
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Farmer Nappy sings, “How ah livin’? Ah, living is real good. How are you looking’? Better than dem!”
Summer Soca: The Next Wave
That’s not just a lyric—it’s a whole mood, a mantra, and the heartbeat of every Caribbean soul caught up in the rhythm of Carnival. Soca season never truly ends; it simply evolves from the dusty streets of Trinidad to the sunlit stages throughout the Caribbean, including Toronto, Miami, and Notting Hill. One celebration flows into another, a jubilant wave carrying our energy, style, and spirit across borders and through every summer fête.
In the Caribbean, Carnival isn’t a moment—it’s a way of life. And as the road marches, we ride this wave of bass, feathers, and freedom from one island to the next, showing the world exactly how we live.
Suddenly, the greatest show on Earth—Trinidad Carnival—has come to an end. Trinidad-style carnivals across the Caribbean are a vibrant celebration of soca, calypso, steeelband and brass music. It is not just a two-day event; it's a lifestyle for those who appreciate the rhythm, costumes, and music. The people just 'free up' and enjoy themselves, shedding all inhibitions without regard for who is going to comment about their behavior the next day.
With the reverberation of Trinidad’s 2025 season still fresh, the rest of the Caribbean region is gearing up for its Carnival explosion. The spirit of revelry stretches far beyond the twin island shores, from Barbados’ Crop Over to Grenada’s Spice Mas, Antigua’s Carnival, and Jamaica’s high-energy road march.
One thing is clear—Soca music doesn't take a break. As the season transitions, the anthems that dominated the Trinidad circuit now find new life on stages across the region. The power soca tracks that pushed masqueraders to their limits on the Savannah stage are now the adrenaline behind boat rides, Jouvert mornings, and fetes across the islands.
Who’s Taking the Lead?
Meanwhile, the vibrancy of groovy soca intensifies as beach parties, sundown jams, and cooler events set the mood that commanded the road in Port-of-Spain and are now melodies rocking every speaker from Miami Carnival to Notting Hill and Toronto’s Caribana.
Every year, certain artists naturally become the flagbearers of the new wave, their songs evolving into Carnival season staples across different territories. The question is, whose music is making the strongest crossover this year? Is it a powerful soca anthem that refuses to slow down? Is it a groovy track with international appeal that seamlessly transitions into the summer carnival circuit?
What’s Next?
For Sokah2Soca and every Soca lover, the present is the season of migration. The music travels, and so do we—from one carnival to the next, from one island’s energy to another’s pulsating heartbeat. The soca wave never dies; it only builds momentum. So grab your flags, dust off your cooler, and prep for the next lap—because the Carnival train is still in motion.
Where’s your next stop on the carnival road map? migration. The music travels, and so do we—from one carnival to the next, from one island’s energy to another’s pulsating heartbeat. The soca wave never dies; itfades; instead, it continues to gain strength. So grab your flags, dust off your cooler, and prep for the next lap—because the Carnival train is still in motion. Where’s your next stop on the carnival road map?
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Our goal is to promote Caribbean culture, musicians, and music producers. We are able to honor and promote the rich sounds and tales of the Caribbean thanks to your support. Together, we can ensure that this rich cultural legacy continues to reach a wider audience and foster creativity and connections. While you should always buy music for sale, you should avoid sharing promotional music because it denies songwriters, producers, and artists important revenue. Please be aware that all of our posts are available online through social media platforms like Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and SoundCloud. We recommend exploring your favorite content on FeedSpot/RSS Feed, Threads, Bluesky, and Twitter/X, including email subscriptions. Thank you in advance.
Production Notes/Music Credits:
Post Title: The Soca Fever Never Ends: Riding the Wave from Trinidad Carnival to Summer's Carnival Circuit
Song Title: How Ah Living
Artist/Performed by: Farmer Nappy
Written by: Mical Teja
Produced by: De Red Boyz
Mixed & mastered by:
Origin: Barbados/Trinidad
Genre: Soca
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