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now and then, even when you’re fully plugged into the pulse of the music, something slips through the cracks. I was listening to Deso on WACK Radio recently when he mentioned that he totally missed this release. He even said we both missed it. I had to laugh because I was sure I knew this song. I told him he didn’t get the post I sent. Then I went back and checked… and yes, the song was sitting comfortably on my Soca playlist, but no post existed. As it is dropped on the street, 'my bad,' this one got by me. So tonight we correct that oversight, and honestly, this one deserves the spotlight.
“Fiesta,” written by Marvin Davis (Swappi) and Robert Amar, with music composed by Everald Johann Seaton and production by Madman Johann, is built with pure Carnival 2026 energy. This song has a vibe, a feeling that it will be a DJ favorite, the kind of rhythm that makes you want to dance and not sit and tap your feet. Swapp's unique style will get you in the groove, gliding over the beat with lyrics that celebrate the simple joy of a weekend lime. With calls like “everybody outside” and “everything brand new fresh,” the song leans fully into that carefree, celebratory spirit that Trinidadians carry like second nature.
There’s something timeless about a Soca track that reminds you to enjoy yourself regardless of what’s happening around you. “Fiesta” does exactly that—it invites you to step out, shake off the week, and embrace the good times waiting just beyond the door. It’s upbeat, infectious, and tailor‑made for the fetes that will define the 2026 season. If you haven’t heard it yet, you’re in for a treat. And if you already had it in rotation like I did, consider this song the official stamp it should have gotten from day one.
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Fiesta
Artist/Performed by: Swappi
Written by: Marvin Davis (Swappi) & Robert Amar
Produced by: Madman Johann
Engineered (Mixed & Mastered) by: Madman Johann
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago.
Genre: Soca ?
?Listen. Share. Amplify. Our artists embody culture not only during Carnival but also on a daily basis. Sokah2Soca—Where Rhythm Lives and Calypso, Steelband Music, and Soca are thriving!
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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Sokah2Soca Teams Up with DJ 2FLY for a Fresh Island Blend
By Ananda/Sokah2Soca
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Blog
January 23, 2026
This post first appeared on Sokah2Soca, where Caribbean music meets wit, rhythm, and real talk. Island Vybe Radio spins the tunes—we decode the culture.
So how was your weekend? As Carnival 2026 approaches, let's kick off the week with songs you already know and a few you're growing accustomed to. Sokah2Soca is kicking off the vibe with a fresh collaboration from DJ 2FLY, delivering an 11‑song mixtape that moves with some smooth Carnival Soca vibes.
This set is a smooth blend of island rhythm, Soca heat, and DJ 2FLY’s signature transitions—the kind of mix that gets your week moving, your lime, or your drive started right.
Hit play, feel the flow, and let this be your warm‑up as we roll toward the 2026 season. More new music, more rising voices, and more Sokah2Soca features are on the way.
Turn it up and enjoy the ride.
This set is a smooth blend of island rhythm, Soca heat, and DJ 2FLY’s signature transitions—the kind of mix that gets your week moving, your lime, or your drive started right.
Hit play, feel the flow, and let this be your warm‑up as we roll toward the 2026 season. More new music, more rising voices, and more Sokah2Soca features are on the way.
Turn it up and enjoy the ride.
Tracklist:
00:27 Farmer Nappy—Cooking
01:43 Kes—Cocoa Tea
03:50 Nadia Batson—Butter (Honey Butter Riddim)
05:56 Adam O—Dancin (Honey Butter Riddim)
07:07 Preedy—No Complaints (Honey Butter Riddim)
08:54 Freetown Collective—Smooth Criminal (Honey Butter Riddim)
10:59 Yung Bredda—Only Fans (Honey Butter Riddim)
13:49 MagicX—Arch Ya Back
15:36 GBM Neutron x Travis World x Jonny Blaze ft. Brush 1—Jam Dung (Maiden Clay Riddim)
17:20 GBM Nutron Nailah Blackman—Tay Lay Lay
19:23 GBM Nutron Jus Jay King—When Last
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 because doing so denies essential revenue to songwriters, producers, and artists. 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: DJ 2FLY Soca Collaboration with Island Vybe Radio x Sokah2Soca
Mixed by: DJ 2FLY
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago.
Genre: Soca ?
?Listen. Share. Amplify. Our artists embody culture not only during Carnival but also on a daily basis. Sokah2Soca—Where Rhythm Lives and Calypso, Steelband Music, and Soca are thriving!
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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LIVE NOW — “I Am Living My Life” from the John Cupid Carnival Village!
By Ananda/Sokah2Soca
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Blog
January 23, 2026
This post first appeared on Kaiso Dial, where Caribbean music meets wit, rhythm, and real talk. Island Vybe Radio spins the tunes—we decode the culture.
Step into the art, culture, and traditions of Trinidad Carnival. The music, the mas, the food, the shopping — all happening right now at Queen’s Park Savannah, Port of Spain.
Thanks to our friend Tish, this one streaming FREE for the Sokah2Soca and Kaiso Dial family.
Tonight’s heavy lineup includes:
• Lady Lava
• Yung Bredda
• Orlando Octave
• D.T.
• Tempa
• Aaron Duncan
• Sackie
• Squeezy Rankin
• Paris Coutain
• Melick
• Kerry John
• Wadicks
• Jimmy October
Real vibes. Real culture. Real Carnival energy — tap into the live feed and live yuh life.
Production Notes/Music Credits:
Event: John Cupid Carnival Village
Streamed by: Tish of "I Am Living My Life" YouTube Channel
Where: Queens Park Savannah, Port of Spain
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago.
Genre: Carnival Culture, Calypso, Soca, Niceness ?
Empowering Caribbean Creatives
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. Kaiso Dial/Calypso 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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Keshav & Jus Now Tap into Our Musical Memory: This is Carnival Soul
By Ananda/Sokah2Soca
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Blog
January 06, 2026
This post first appeared on Sokah2Soca, where Caribbean music meets wit, rhythm, and real talk. Island Vybe Radio spins the tunes—we decode the culture.
Do you know or recall Ralph McDonald's song "The Path"? We were not familiar with it and had to look it up! Well, listen up because the past traveled to the future and landed in the present thanks to Keshav of Jus Now fame. “Carnival Soul” is Jus Now stepping into 2026 with intention—drums, memory, and a feeling bigger than the road. It’s a track that pulls you straight into the emotional center of Trinidad’s festival, bridging Soca’s past and its future in one clean swing.
From the first bar, the song plays like a love letter to Carnival. Keshav writes of Soca as lifeblood—the thing that stays in your chest long after the trucks shut down. The vocals carry that familiar ache Carnival people know well: the countdown, the nostalgia, and the replayed moments.
(In popular music, interpolation (also called a replayed sample) refers to using a melody—or portions of a melody (often with modified lyrics)—from a previously recorded song but re-recording the melody instead of directly sampling it). wikipedia
One of the boldest choices is the interpolation of Ralph MacDonald’s “The Path,” reimagined with Uppercut Brass and Derron Ellies on pan. It’s not just nostalgia—it’s a reminder that today’s global soca sits on foundations built by Caribbean musicians who were blending genres long before the world caught on.
The production is classic Jus Now: a rhythmic conversation across diasporas, big cinematic drums, and space for DJs to drop it anywhere from fetes to festivals. This has Keshav written all over it—polished, emotional, and still road-ready.
YouTube Music Release Notes:
In 'Carnival Soul,' Jus Now member Keshav delivers an anthemic ode to the sound of Soca, the score to Trinidad's Carnival. Produced by Sam & Keshav of Jus Now and prominently guided by an infectious sample of iconic Trinidadian Composer Ralph MacDonald's 17 minute 1970s Opus, "The Path," Keshav pays homage to the elemental roots of the genre. MacDonald is best known as the producer of Bill Withers' "Just The Two Of Us." In true Jus Now fashion, the sample is replayed by Soca Brass kings Uppercut Brass and steelpan genius Derron Ellies. Keshav, who has released a string of vocal records of late, bards on the uncommon blend of ancient African & Indian drums and melodies that come together to make Soca: one of the most potent sounds in World Music today.
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 because doing so denies essential revenue to songwriters, producers, and artists. 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: Carnival Soul
Artist/Performed by: Keshav
Produced by: Jus Now
Written by: Keshav Chandradath Singh
Mixed & Mastered by: Sam Interface & Keshav (Jus Now)
Label: Heavy Drums, under exclusive license to Diaspora Sound.
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago.
Genre: Soca ?
?Listen. Share. Amplify. Our artists embody culture not only during Carnival but also on a daily basis. Sokah2Soca—Where Rhythm Lives and Calypso, Steelband Music, and Soca are thriving!
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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