National Panorama Semis Savannah Party 2024: Order of Appearance
By Ananda/Sokah2Soca
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January 28, 2024
Originally posted on the blog Sokah2Soca (www.sokah2soca.com). We bring you only the best new music, while Island Vbye Radio rocks it live on the air!!
If you love steelpan music, you won’t want to miss the National Panorama semi-finals Savannah party in Trinidad on Sunday, January 28, 2024. This event showcases the best of the best in the medium and large conventional steel band categories as they compete for a place in the National Panorama Finals 2024.
The Savannah Party is more than just a competition; it’s a celebration of the rich culture and history of Trinidad and Tobago. You can expect to hear a variety of songs, from classics like Kitchener’s Pan in A Minor and Super Blue’s Soca Baptist to modern hits like Olatunji’s Inventor and Mical Teja’s DNA. You can also enjoy the festive atmosphere, the colorful costumes, and the delicious food and drinks.
The event starts at 12:00 noon (or later/always a delay) at the Queen’s Park Savannah in Port of Spain, and tickets are available online or at the venue. The event is also available via PPV on WACK Radio/TV for US$30. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the magic of steelpan music at the National Panorama finals Savannah party in Trinidad. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime event that you’ll never forget! We added the Talkcity Radio 90.1 FM Live Feed for your listening enjoyment.
National Panorama Semi-Finals: Medium Conventional Bands: Order of Appearance. Name of Band - Song - Arranger.
- Steel Xplosion - Both O Dem - Arddin Herbert
- Arima Angel Harps - Is Thunder - Khan Cordice
- Katzenjammers - Rock It - Kersh Ramsey
- Sangre Cordetes - Soca Baptist - Clarence Morris
- Couva Joylanders - Soca Tatie - Stefon West
- Pamberi - Carnival Jumbie - Andre White
- Pan Elders - Come Out To Play - Ojay Richards
- Dixieland - This Melody Sweet - Dante Pantin
- Valley Harps - Flag Party - Keisha Codrington
- Tunapuna Tipica - Rant & Rave - Denzel Headley & Aviel Scanterbury
- La Brea Nightingales - Nah Leaving - Adan Hagley
- Sound Specialists of Laventille - Moving - Seion Gomez
- Curepe Scherzando - Darling - Terrance "BJ" Marcelle
- Tornadoes - Engine Room - Shervon Edwards
National Panorama Semi-Finals: Large Conventional Bands: Order of Appearance. Name of Band - Song.
- Harmonites - Jahaji Bhai
- RBC Redemption Sound Setters - DNA
- Heritage Petroleum Skiffle - Inventor
- T&TEC Tropical Angel Harps - DNA
- Shell Invaders - Free Up
- Republic Bank Exodus - Long Time
- Siparia Deltones - Nah Leaving
- HADCO Phase II Pan Groove - Gimme Everything
- Massy Trinidad All Stars - Inventor
- Nutiren Silver Stars - Inventor
- NLCB Buccaneers - Fire Coming Down
- BP Renegades - DNA
- NLCB Fonclaire - This Party Is It
- First Citizens Supernovas Steel Orchestra - Wet Me Down
- Proman Starlift - Pan In A Minor
- Desperadoes - DNA
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Event: National Panorama Semis Medium and Large Bands 2024
Origin: Port of Spain, Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad and Tobago
Genre: Steelband
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Top: Songs Played by Medium Category Steelbands. Bottom: Songs Played by Large Category Steelbands
Amazing First Citizens Supernovas tenors dazzle with Johnny King's "Wet Me Down"
By Ananda/Sokah2Soca
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January 27, 2024
Originally posted on the blog Sokah2Soca (www.sokah2soca.com). We bring you only the best new music, while Island Vbye Radio rocks it live on the air!!
The First Citizens Supernovas Steel Orchestra delivered a stellar performance at the Panorama preliminaries last night, playing Johnny King’s Wet Me Down, arranged by Amrit Samaroo. Last night, the band—led by captain Amrit Samaroo—exhibited their musical talent with a stellar performance. Their lively and energetic rendition of the classic calypso song "Wet Me Down" is one to remember.
The band, hailing from Surrey Village, Lopinot Road, Arouca, was the first to perform in the Eastern Region of the large category preliminaries. They faced tough competition from other bands such as Harmonites and Exodus, but they did not let that deter them from giving their best.
The arrangement by Amrit Samaroo, son of the legendary Jit Samaroo, featured a variety of dynamic and rhythmic changes, as well as creative harmonies and melodies. The band also displayed a high level of coordination and synchronization and a clear and balanced sound. The band’s performance impressed the audience in attendance, which earned them a standing ovation and loud applause.
The band is confident that they will make it to the semi-finals, and they are looking forward to improving their performance even more. They are grateful for the support of their sponsor, First Citizens, and their fans, who have been with them throughout their journey. They are also proud to represent their community and culture and hope to inspire the next generation of pan players.
To conclude, those tenor pans were amazing; the bass section shared the stage, and the middle pans evened things out. As a result, one can only say, that First Citizens Supernovas orchestration shone brightly at the 2024Panorama preliminaries with Wet Me Down!
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
National Panorama 2024: Large Category Preliminaries, Eastern Region
Band: First Citizens Supernovas Steel Orchestra
Tune of Choice: Wet Me Down
Arranger: Amrit Samaroo
Drill Master: Ben Jackson
Genre: Steelband
Original Song Credits:
Song Credits:
Composed by: Johnny King
Artist/Performed by: Johnny King
Arranged by: Frankie McIntosh
Year: 1988
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Originally posted on the blog Sokah2Soca (www.sokah2soca.com). We bring you only the best new music, while Island Vbye Radio rocks it live on the air!!
Republic Bank Exodus Steelband, one of the most popular and successful steel orchestras in Trinidad and Tobago, delivered a stunning performance of "Long Time" by Arrow at the National Panorama 2024 large bands' preliminaries on Monday, January 22. Long Time is a classic Soca tune that is beloved in the Caribbean region and a favorite for steelbands to play.
The band, based in St. Augustine, East Trinidad, showcased their musical skills and versatility with a dynamic and energetic rendition of the song. "BJ" Marcelle's arrangement was appreciated and received a standing ovation from the band's adoring fans.
As noted in a previous post, this competition will be very difficult to judge. One would hope for less tied scores and, most of all, to see Exodus move on to the next round of competition. We wish them continued success.
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
National Panorama 2024: Large Category Preliminaries, Eastern Region
Band: Republic Bank Exodus
Tune of Choice: Long Time
Arranger: Terrance 'BJ' Marcelle
Origin: St. Augustine, Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad and Tobago
Genre: Steelband
Original Song by: Arrow
Arranged by: Leston Paul
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Kayak Soca Mega Mix by Dj Glaj | Carriacou Carnival 2024
By Ananda/Sokah2Soca
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January 24, 2024
Originally posted on the blog Sokah2Soca (www.sokah2soca.com). We bring you only the best new music, while Island Vbye Radio rocks it live on the air!!
Trinidad and Tobago may be on a musical bull run for Carnival 2024, but just as the Twin Island Republic celebrates Carnival 2024, there is another carnival with the same dates. Carriacou, the sister island of Grenada, also hosts a pre-lenten carnival. Today we present a mix tape by Dj GlaJ that features some of the music for Kayak Mas 2024.
The music for Kayak Mas is very different from that of Trinidad and Tobago. Yes, Soca is the music, but they present a different musical style familiar to those who enjoy Jab Soca music. The music is fast-paced, ranging in speed between groove and power soca. This is all about carnival energy, and the people of Carriacou are always energized for Carnival. Let the music play on. Enjoy!
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Mix Tape Title: Kayak Soca Mega Mix
Curated and mixed by: Dj GlaJ
Origin: Carriacou
Genre: Soca
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