Sweet Music, Sweet Legacy: Voice x Trini Baby Channel Blackman Magic
By Ananda/Sokah2Soca
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October 06, 2025
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Sweet music signifies the joy, love, and uplifting energy that it brings. There is something special when we hear sweet music with the Blackman family's unique sound. "When music is sweet, it doh just play—it takes over." And in the newly dropped video for “Sweet Music” by Voice x Trini Baby, it’s a full-on celebration of love, rhythm, and that unmistakable Caribbean joy we call “jaming whining.”
That Blackman family sound is so infectious; this track delivers pure music therapy—a sonic remedy that lifts spirits, energizes bodies, and connects hearts to destiny. As the lyrics declare, “Music is the only thing that can truly bring happiness.” And this production proves it.
Filmed at the Blackman Family Ranch, the video is a vibrant homage to the legacy of the Blackman Family. You’ll feel echoes of Isaac Blackman’s own “Sweet Music” and the infectious vibe of “Full of Vibe” by Voice x Madge Blackman. The dancing, jumping, and pure joy on screen? That’s Blackman magic in motion.
This one isn’t just a song—it’s a feeling. This song serves as a reminder that sweet music transcends beyond mere sound; it embodies soul.
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Sweet Music
Artist/Performed by: Voice x Trini Baby
Background Vocals: Marge Blackman, Voice, and Trini Baby
Written by: Marge Blackman, Mega Mick, and Fisherman Project
Produced by: Jamoo13thSound
Additional Production: Mega Mick and Fisherman Project
Engineered (Mixed & Mastered) by: *****
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago
Genre: Soca ?
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Okay Pronto Ignites the Road with “Spirit of Carnival”
By Ananda/Sokah2Soca
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October 06, 2025
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In North America, the chill of winter is in the air—but in the Caribbean, the Spirit of Carnival is rising. The feeling is contagious, and in Trinidad and Tobago, the buzz is building. Carnival is coming, and the energy is beginning to simmer.
Enter Okay Pronto, channeling pure bacchanal in his latest Soca anthem, "Spirit Of Carnival." This groovy Soca track is a tribute to the pulse and power of Carnival itself. Produced, mixed, and mastered by Joseph (Pronto) Figueroa, the official audio drops you straight into the heart of the revelry.
With lyrics like "I can feel the spirit" and "I can feel the energy rise," the song radiates that unmistakable Carnival fever. The rhythm? Classic Soca—lively, infectious, and built to move bodies and souls.
Feel it. Live it. Let the spirit take over.
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Spirit of Carnival
Artist/Performed by: Okay Pronto
Written by: Joseph (Pronto) Figueroa
Produced by: Joseph (Pronto) Figueroa
Engineered (Mixed & Mastered) by: Joseph (Pronto) Figueroa
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago
Genre: Soca ?
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Mount It Free: Derrick Seales Offers More Than Just Labor in “Handyman”
By Ananda/Sokah2Soca
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October 06, 2025
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Ladies, are you looking for a hardworking handyman? Well, we’ve got a singing handyman with a message—double entendre style.
"Handyman," sung by Derrick Seales, is a playful, percussive ode to labor—and libido. Written and engineered (mixed and mastered) by Ronnie Homer, who also lends background vocals, and produced by Rich Kid, this track leans into the calypso tradition of double entendre with a modern soca twist.
We all enjoy a touch of playful lyrical content combined with an uplifting soca rhythm, and this track certainly delivers. Derrick and Ronnie have crafted the ideal marketing pitch for anyone in need of a handyman. No need to check bulletin boards, ladies—just press play.
If you want a man who can “do it all,” Seales is more than willing to “keep on working”—even mounting a TV free of charge (the key word here is mount, wink wink). The lyrics are cheeky, the beat is relentless, and the subtext? Let’s just say this handyman knows his way around more than just a toolbox.
For fans of clever wordplay and classic Caribbean wit, this one’s a must-listen.
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Handyman
Artist/Performed by: Derrick Seales
Produced by: Rich Kid
Written by: Ronnie Homer
Background vocals: Ronnie Homer
Engineered (Mixed and mastered) by: Ronnie Homer
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago
Genre: Soca ?
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“Tay Lay Lay” by GBM Nutron x Nailah Blackman: Tired, Stylish, Telele Energy
By Ananda/Sokah2Soca
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September 30, 2025
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I’m trying to understand this song… really! Growing up in Trinidad, I remember hearing the phrase, “The old lady walked a mile and ah half and she ta lay lay.” It was a vivid, humorous way of saying someone was exhausted—physically spent from a long trek. However, let’s take a moment to consider that “tay lay lay” (or “telele”) represents more than just fatigue (ah tired boi). We love to say we are "Trini 2 de bone," and if you really think about it, this song is deeply embedded in Trinidadian vernacular that can also evoke pride in simplicity—like wearing old fabric with flair or moving through life with a kind of unbothered, joyful resilience.
In the context of this new Soca release, “Tay Lay Lay” feels like a celebration of that very spirit. Nailah Blackman and GBM Nutron have taken a phrase that’s nostalgic and colloquial and transformed it into a rhythmic anthem of carefree movement. It’s playful, down-to-earth, and unapologetically Caribbean. Maybe I’m reaching, but I think the artists are inviting us to embrace our quirks, our culture, and our dancefloor selves with pride.
Let's move on and talk a little about the music and vibe of the song, my kind of vibe, Groove Soca! This is a GBM Production along with Anson Pro, who is continually pushing Nailah to be her best self. “Tay Lay Lay” is a groove-energy Soca track that blends infectious percussion with melodic hooks. The beat smells and feels GBMish; it is crisp and kinetic—designed to get waistlines moving and feet shuffling. It’s Carnival-coded: vibrant, sweaty, and full of life.
I have not always been kind to Nailah and her nasal vocals, but I will give this peeve a pass today. In today's installment, Nailah’s voice brings a sultry, commanding presence, while Nutron adds his signature flair. When you hear GBM on this track, you know he is bringing a sexy vibe to the affair. Their chemistry is undeniable, bouncing off each other with playful ease.
As readers would observe, I’ve been critical of musical productions lately, but today we’re focusing on the vibe. Expect punchy drums, layered synths, and a bassline that drives the groove forward. It’s polished but raw enough to feel like a street jam—the kind that bubbles up from a corner sound system and dares you not to move.
But then comes 2:29. And I feel cheated.
What is it with these producers? Are they making songs for DJs only? The groove had legs, but the track barely stretched them. I would’ve preferred 3:29 — something that gave the phrase room to breathe, to evolve, to become a full musical idea. Instead, it feels like the hook was strong, but the concept got lost in translation. The lyrics never quite caught up to the vibe.
Does this song set the mood or does it chase people off the floor? The song radiates joy and movement. It's not just about dancing; it's about embracing the simple, carefree moments of life.
And finally, we look into our island's soul, our culture. “Tay Lay Lay” isn’t just a Soca song—it’s a cultural echo of an era that once was, but we can still look back upon it with pride. It pulls from the everyday language of Trinidad & Tobago and repackages it for the global stage. It’s a reminder that our stories, our sayings, and our rhythms are worthy of celebration. Whether you interpret “tay lay lay” as tired, stylishly ragged, or joyfully carefree, the song invites you to move with it, laugh with it, and live in it.
So yes, I’m still trying to understand this song… but maybe that's the point. “Tay Lay Lay” doesn’t ask to be understood—it asks to be felt.
Let us spread awareness of the culture of the Caribbean diaspora.
We do this to promote Caribbean culture, musicians, and music producers. We are able to honor and promote the rich sounds and stories of the Caribbean thanks to your support. Together, we can ensure that this rich cultural legacy reaches a wider audience and fosters creativity and connections. While it is important to always purchase music, you should avoid sharing promotional music, as doing so denies songwriters, producers, and artists essential revenue. You can find all of our posts online on social media platforms like Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Spotify, and SoundCloud. We recommend that you explore your favorite content on FeedSpot/RSS Feed, Threads, Bluesky, and Twitter/X, including email subscriptions. Thank you in advance.
Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Tay Lay Lay
Artist/Performed by: GBM Nutron x Nailah Blackman
GBM Nutron x Nailah Blackman - Tay Lay Lay
Produced By: GBM Production & Anson Pro
Written By: Nailah Blackman, GBM Nutron, Anson Pro
Engineered (Mixed & Mastered) by:
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago
Genre: Soca ?
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