Originally posted on the blog Sokah2Soca (www.sokah2soca.com). We bring you only the best new music, while Islandvbye Radio rocks it live on the air!!
Move over, ordinary soca, because Destra Garcia's "Soca Eden" has arrived, and it's pure, unadulterated bliss. This isn't some manufactured pop-soca fluff; this is the real deal, straight from the "Queen of Bacchanal" herself. Forget lip-syncing and autotune—Destra Garcia sings with the raw passion and vibrant soul of the legendary "Blacks" (that man had had throat) who paved the way for today's soca scene. She doesn't need fancy production to mask her lack of talent; her voice alone can make a hurricane jump up and wave its flag.
This is Groove Soca at its finest, marinated in Destra's signature class and seasoned with her unwavering love for the genre. "This is Soca Eden," she declares, and you believe her. Every note oozes with the joy, the longing, and the very essence of carnival. You can hear the years of dedication, the sweat and tears poured onto the stage, woven into the fabric of this song. It's a love letter to Soca, a testament to its power to unite, liberate, and set our hearts ablaze. Lyrics of love to Soca and Carnival:
Land ah de party
Land of the free
Land ah de party
That is we
We are the soul of Carnival
We are the feting capital
We who start the tradition
Love on a high note
Down on the Soca Eden
Bring back the vibe now
Leh we show dem Soca Eden
Soca Rum and Steelband playing
Down in de Soca Eden
And let's not forget the magic behind the production. The experience and talent of XplicitMevon's production make it a masterpiece of its own—clean, smooth, and bursting with sonic sunshine. Every layer of this composition fits in place masterfully, from keys by Stemz Production to Kyle Peters' guitar and Jeron Paul's bass, which fit together seamlessly, building a foundation for Destra's vocals to soar. Anthony Lowhar's mixing and mastering add the final polish, ensuring every drop of Soca goodness reaches your ears in pristine quality.
"Soca Eden" feels mature and refined, like a fine wine of the soca world. It's professionally done and meticulously crafted, yet it never loses its soul. This is music for grown-ups who know their Soca and who appreciate the depth and nuance that a seasoned pro like Destra Garcia can bring.
In short, "Soca Eden" is everything you want in a soca song and more. It's a celebration, a declaration, and a sonic paradise. So crank up the volume, dust off your dancing shoes, and let Destra Garcia transport you to the heart of Soca Eden. You won't regret it.
Recommendation: Highly recommended and would love to hear this on the Steelpan. This is a must-have for any true Soca lover's playlist.
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Soca Eden
Artist/Performed by: Destra Garcia
Writers/Composers: Shumba Mahluli & Mevon Soodeen
Produced by: XplicitMevon
Keys: Stemz Productions
Live Guitars: Kyle Peters
Live Bass: Jeron Paul
Recorded by: Lunatix Productions
Background Vocals by: Destra Garcia
Mixed & Mastered by: Anthony Lowhar
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad and Tobago
Genre: Soca
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Bunji Garlin, the Trinidadian Ragga Soca artist and international Soca royalty, is back with a new song that is sure to electrify the Carnival season. The song, titled “110 Overcharged”, is a fast-paced, energetic, and catchy tune that showcases Bunji’s signature style and voice.
The song is a follow-up to his previous hit “Hard Fete”, which won the prestigious Road March title in 2023. For those not familiar with the competition: The Road March is the musical composition played most often at the judging points along the parade route during the Caribbean Carnival. It is considered a musical genre and a measure of popularity and influence in the Soca scene.
“Hard Fete” was a colossal soca track that captured the spirit and vibe of the Trinidad and Tobago Carnival. It featured Bunji’s powerful vocals, witty lyrics, and infectious rhythm. Water, powder, and all the bacchanal that comes with the revelry of carnival are in this song. Hands in the air and starting at 110 is sure to raise the temperature for this carnival.
“110 Overcharged” is a song that is guaranteed to make you move, groove, and sweat. It is a song that celebrates the culture and passion of the Carnival, as well as the talent and charisma of Bunji Garlin. It is a song that is destined to be a road march contender and a soca classic. It is a song that is 110 overcharged.
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: 110 Overcharged
Artists/Performed by: Bunji Garlin
Written by: Ian Alvarez
Produced by: DJ Avalanche
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad and Tobago
Genre: Soca
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Top 10 Radio Plays: December 28, 2023-January 3rd, 2024 | Soca 2024
By Ananda/Sokah2Soca
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January 15, 2024
Originally posted on the blog Sokah2Soca (www.sokah2soca.com). We bring you only the best new music, while Islandvbye Radio rocks it live on the air!
Soca music is a vibrant genre that is at the heart of all Caribbean-styled carnivals worldwide. As with all music genres, people are always interested in the top songs; they seek out a "Top 10" chart. Today, after a brief hiatus, Sokah2Soca is, once again, featuring the current chart. So, for the chart-seekers and for those who love to live in the moment, here are the COTT Soca Top Ten Radio Plays for the week of December 28, 2023–January 3, 2024.
It should be noted, however, please note that this chart does not include YouTube or paid online downloads. This chart simply tracks radio plays in Trinidad and Tobago. As a result, the actual chart may not reflect the most popular Soca songs favored by the public, but songs that radio professionals deem significant enough to play on the radio.
One of the sources of information about the latest trends and popular songs in soca music is the Cott Radio Play chart. The Top 10 is a chart published by the Copyright Organization of Trinidad and Tobago (COTT). COTT is a non-profit organization that represents the interests of composers, authors, and publishers of musical works in Trinidad and Tobago. The organization collects and distributes royalties to its members for the public performance and broadcast of their works, including on radio stations.
The Cott Radio Play chart is based on data provided by a sample of Trinidad and Tobago radio stations that report their weekly airplay to COTT. The chart reflects the total number of plays each song received during the week, and the data is weighted to account for differences in the number of radio stations and their audience sizes.
Since sourcing Soca music is mostly based on YouTube searches and Julien Promos DJ packs, we have included this chart as a public service. However, we don't believe that this chart is a true reflection of the most popular Soca tracks today because the turnover takes too long.
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Top 10 Radio Plays Dec 23, 2023 - Jan 3, 2024:
01. Market - Nadia Batson
02. DNA - Mical Teja
03. Penthouse - Voice
04. Energy Killers - Kerwin Dubois
05. Cut Meh Loose - Kes the Band
06. Smooth Ride - Farmer Nappy
07. Inventor - Olatunji
07. How Ah Livin - Farmer Nappy
09. Sugar Waist - Kerwin Du Bois ft. Yung Bredda
10. Anxiety - Patrice Roberts
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National Primary Schools Panorama Champions 2024 | St. Margaret's Boy's AC School
By Ananda/Sokah2Soca
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January 14, 2024
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We are proud to announce that St Margaret’s Boys Anglican Primary School has won the School Panorama Primary School Band of the Year 2024!
This is a historic achievement for the school, as they competed against 11 other primary schools from across the country and emerged victorious with their rendition of "Engine Room" by Olatunji Yearwood.
Credit goes to dedicated teachers, parents, sponsors, and supporters for making this dream come true. Congratulations are extended to all the other participants for their amazing performances and sportsmanship.
Yes, this band is straight out of Belmont in the Engine Room, and now they are ready to celebrate their success with their community. So let's join St. Margarets Boys Anglican Primary School on their historic victory at the Queens Park Savannah. Now it is OK to brag and say St Margaret’s Boys Anglican Primary School - the best school in the land!
The Results were as follows:
01. St. Margaret's Boys' AC - Engine Room by Olatunji - 271 Points
02. Guaico Presbyterian - Like A Boss by Mache Montano - 266
03. San Fernando Boys RC - Savannah Gras by KES the Band - 256
04. St. Mary's Government Primary School - Engine Room by Olatunji -252
05. Bethlem Boys' & Girls RC - DNA by Mical Teja - 248
06. Vance River RC - People by Kes/Full Blown - 246
07. The University School - Long Live Soca by Voice - 245
08. St. Gabriel's Girls' RC - Mashup by Blaxx - 243
09. Nelson Street Boys' RC - Happiest Man Alive by Machel Montano - 242
10. Couva AC - Engine Room by Olatunji - 240
11. Febeau Government - 239
12. Fifth Company AC - This Melody Sweet by Baron - 227
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Engine Room
Artists/Performed by: Olatunji Yearwood
Arranged by: Carel Taylor
Origin: Belmont, Port-of-Spain, Trinidad
Genre: Steelband
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