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National Primary Schools Panorama Champions 2024 | St. Margaret's Boy's AC School
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January 14, 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!!
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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National Under 21 Panorama Champions 2024 | BP Renegades Youth Steel Orchestra
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January 14, 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!!
The National Under-21 Panorama finals took place at the Big Yard, in front of the Grand Stand at Queens Park Savannah, Port-of-Spain., Trinidad. The song selections, the musical arrangements, and the joy seen on the faces of the players bode well for the future of the steelpan in the land that created the instrument. Tonight, a new champion was crowned best steelband orchestra for the National Under 21 category. "BP Renegades Youth Steel Orchestra" emerged winning playing Voice's "Woman" amassing a total score of 276 points."
This was a difficult category to judge because of the talent involved. No one wanted to be a judge in this category. Yes, the performances were that good! We will follow suit and follow DJ Aaron's comment from Savannah that this could only happen in Trinidad and Tobago. #OnlyInTrinidad!
The Results were as follows:
01. BP Renegades Youth Steel Orchestra - 276 Points
02. T&TEC Tropical Angel Harps Youth Steel Orchestra - 273
02. Desperadoes Youth Steel Orchestra - 273
04. First Citizens Supernovas Youth Steel Orchestra - 272
05. Shell Invaders Youth Steel Orchestra - 268
07. Siparia Deltones Junior Steel Orchestra - 267
07. HADCO Phase II Pan Groove Junior Steel Orchestra - 267
09. Panasonic Connection Youth Steel Orchestra - 262
10. Cordettes Academy for the Arts - 260
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song: Woman
Singer: Aaron "Voice" St. Louis
Arranged by: Shaquille Vincent
Origin: Port-of-Spain, Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad and Tobago
Genre: Steelpan
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National Secondary Schools Panorama Champion 2024 | Holy Faith Convent Penal
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January 14, 2024
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Congratulations are extended to the winning steelband for the 2024 National Junior Panorama competition, Holy Faith Convent Penal. This was an amazing feat considering that, as stated by the arranger, 27 of the 33 girls who played today were first-time steelpan players. The school does not have any steelpans and had to use Panasonic Connection steel orchestra pans. Now that is something to celebrate!
Holy Faith Convent placed second in the semi-final round of competition; they improved their score by 14 points today to win it all. The arranger said that they chose Savannah Grass because Kes revived the song with an improved version. That new version of Savannah Grass sold for the arranger, who initially planned to play Destra's "First Time." "First Time" simply because it was the first time playing the steelpan for most of the girls. Choosing "Savannah Grass" turned out to be the right decision. The judges agreed and awarded the band 261 points.
The Results were as follows:
01. Holy Faith Convent Penal - Savannah Grass - 275 Points
02. QRC Providence - 273 (tie for second place)
02. Naparima Combine - Call My Name - 273 (tie for second place)
04. Bishop East & Trinity
05. South East Port-of-Spain
06. San Juan North Secondary
07. St. Joseph's Convent
08. Holy Cross College
09. St. Francois Girls
10. Bishop Anstey High School
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song: Savannah Grass
Written by: KES & Jelani "Pops" Shaw
Arranged by: Neil Simon
Band: Holy Faith Convent Penal
Origin: Port-of-Spain, Trinidad
Genre: Steelband
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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! Please note that Kinetic will be featured on Island Vybe radio on January 20, 2024. Watch the Table Talk Show, which is hosted by the wonderful and knowledgeable Niki G. Listen in, as we are your conduit to our culture in the Caribbean!
Kinetic is a US-based singing duo that has released their first offering for Carnival 2024 in Trinidad and Tobago. Originally from Trinidad, the team of Keston “De Chancellor” Harris and Kwasi “KHemSun” Jones delivers a catchy and energetic song that celebrates the spirit of carnival.
The song’s title, “Love Language," may suggest a romantic theme, but the lyrics reveal a different kind of love: the love for the culture and the fun of partying, feting, and having fun at Carnival 2024. One partner is a party animal, while the other is conservative and likes to stay home. The song invites the partner to join the celebration and express their love language through waving their rags, jumping, and dancing. In addition to the excellent music, the song pays homage to the history and diversity of Trinidad and Tobago; it is a celebration of our carnival culture, celebrated by a diverse cosmopolitan society.
The music is pure fire soca, composed by Rapid Entertainment, with a fast-paced and upbeat rhythm that matches the vocal style of the duo. The song features a host of live music instruments, such as bass, trumpet, trombone, and horns, that add richness and depth to the sound. The production is excellent, with additional work done by Lyon Road Production, Peter “WiLDXFiRE” Noel, and Garvin Marcele, who arranged the horns and recorded them at G Note Recording Studio.
This is an excellent production by Rapid Entertainment that features additional production, mixing, and mastering done by Lyon Road Production, Peter "WiLDXFiRE" Noel, and a host of live music instruments. Bass by Roots, trumpet by Charles Williams, trombone by Daniel Gill, with a special arrangement of the horns by Garvin Marcele that was recorded at G Note Recording Studio. Background vocals for "Love Language" were done by the multi-talented Peter "WiLDXFiRE" Noel and Trinibaby. There is so much to feel good about with this production.
The song is a great example of how soca music can be innovative and modern while still staying true to its roots and traditions. The song is sure to have an impact on Carnival 2024, especially when the radio stations put the song in rotation. We recommend this song to anyone who loves soca music or who wants to experience the vibe and energy of carnival in Trinidad and Tobago. This song is a must-have for your playlist!
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Love Language
Artist/Performed by: Kinetic
Written by: Keston Harris
Produced by: Rapid Entertainment
Additional Production by - Lyon Roar Productions
Mix & Mastered by: Lyon Roar Productions
Vocal Arrangements by: Peter "WiLDXFiRE" Noel
Background Vocals by Peter "WiLDXFiRE" Noel & "Trinibaby"
Bass by: Roots
Trumpet by: Charles Williams.
Trombone by: Daniel Gill.
Horns arranged and recorded by: Garvin Marcelle @ G Note Recording Studio
Horns by: All Stars Brass.
Artwork by: Nikkeisha Stewart
Origin: US/Trinidad and Tobago
Genre: Soca
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