The Power of Patrice: "Great Escape" Is Here to Conquer the Barber-Green!
By Ananda/Sokah2Soca
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February 08, 2025
Originally posted on the blog Sokah2Soca (www.sokah2soca.com). We bring you only the best new music, while Island Vybe Radio rocks it live on the air!
Welcome to the vibrant world of Soca, where rhythm meets soul, and every beat tells a story. Our modern-day queen of Soca, Patrice Roberts, has just released a new powerhouse anthem titled "Great Escape," and it promises to take us on an exhilarating journey.
Crafted by some of the brightest minds in the Soca business, the song’s lyrical genius comes from Jovan James, Mical Teja Williams, Tano, and Kitwana Israel. These talented individuals have a deep understanding of Soca’s heartbeat and have pooled their creative energies to bring "Great Escape" to life.
Precision Productions, a name synonymous with quality in the Soca world, has joined forces with the ever-popular Tano to produce this track. The collaboration is a sign of great things to come, especially for those eagerly awaiting the electrifying moments on the ‘big stage at the Savannah.’
One cannot overlook the meticulous guitar work of Kyle Peters, whose touch seems omnipresent in every major release. His strings add a layer of magic that complements Patrice's powerful vocals, recorded to perfection by XplicitMevon. The combination of these musical forces results in a track brimming with creativity and boundless energy.
Let's remember that "Great Escape" is another contender in the realm of Power Soca, vying for its place in history. "Great Escape" is a testament to the hard work and dedication of everyone involved, and we are eager to see how it will resonate with fans.
Let's celebrate the success of "Great Escape" and the ongoing dominance of Patrice Roberts. We wish them the very best in their musical journey. Let the rhythm take over and the escape begin!
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Great Escape
Artist/Performed by: Patrice Roberts
Produced by: Tano x Precision Productions
Written by: Jovan James, Mical Teja Williams, Tano & Kitwana Israel
Vocals Recorded by: XplicitMevon
Guitars: Kyle Peters
Creative A&R by: Warren Mc Kenzie
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago
Genre: Soca
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The Great Escape Visualizer
Bad Switch by Kerwin Du Bois x Simbaarley x DJ Private Ryan: Power Soca is Heating Up!
By Ananda/Sokah2Soca
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February 08, 2025
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As expected, the faster-paced Carnival music is now streaming during the bacchanal. Today, we introduce "Bad Switch," an electrifying new Soca vibe. The very talented DJ Private Ryan produced "Bad Switch," which features Kerwin Du Bois and Simbaarley on vocals. This is a song that is full of vibe with smooth vocals and a smashing, in-your-face vibe for those playing mas on Carnival Monday and Tuesday.
This infectious vibe is all about the energy of the people and a celebration of women in mas. This is the essence of Carnival: beautiful women wearing just enough to make it all legal and providing a flow of adrenaline appreciated by the respectful men playing mas alongside them. This song has the right BPM, not overly fast but fast enough to keep feet chipping and having fun.
As always, Kerwin, a producer, excels in this collaboration. The addition of Simbaarley just adds to the sweet and smooth vocals. This transition is not a negative one, but rather a shift from smooth vocals to an assertive musical vibe. We love it all. The production combines energy and passion, which shines through in every beat and lyric, making "Bad Switch" a must-listen for Soca lovers and Carnival enthusiasts alike.
So what do you think? Would you request this song for a fête and have fun with it, especially 'on the road'? As Carnival approaches, "Bad Switch" is set to take control of the road party, bringing people together and celebrating the vibrant culture and traditions that make Carnival so special. So, prepare to hit the road and dance to this incredible new track!
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Bad Switch
Artist/Performed by: Kerwin Du Bois x Simbaarley
Written by: Kerwin Du Bois x Simbaarley
Produced by: DJ Private Ryan
Mixed & mastered by: DJ Private Ryan
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago
Genre: Soca
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Bad Switch Visualizer
Rhythm of A People by Stacey Sobers: Discover the Vibrant Rhythms of Trinidad
By Ananda/Sokah2Soca
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February 08, 2025
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The people and culture of Trinidad and Tobago are featured in the newly released song "Rhythm of a People" by the very talented Stacey Sobers. The renowned "Gregory "GB" Ballantyne wrote the song, while Ato Williams of 5IVE Line Productions produced it. This is a tribute song, a love song that features not only the people and culture of Trinidad and Tobago but also our beloved steelpan that is now part of our national coat of arms.
This song is a collaborative effort, with some very talented musicians providing the vibe that makes it special. Some of the players on this track include Kyle Peters on guitars, Sheldon Raymond on live drums, Brandon Christopher on saxophone, John Wayne Thomas on trumpet, and Yohance Dickson on trombone. The brass arrangements and pannist contributions add layers of richness and depth to the track, making it a true collaborative effort that highlights the best of our national talent.
Stacey Sobers and her team have delivered a song that just makes you feel good. She wraps the culture in a sweet Calypso vibe featuring everything we love about our culture. The social stigmas once associated with our national instrument have now vanished. She is on point with the lyrical content thanks to "GB.". This is just a feel-good song.
Play this cultural love song and enjoy the poignant lyrics, captivating atmosphere, and her heartfelt homage to our national instrument. So turn up the volume and vibe with this soon-to-be-classic calypso that sings praises to our national instrument—we recognize our steelpan with love.
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Rhythm of A People
Artist/Performed by: Stacey Sobers
Produced by: Ato Williams @ 5IVE Line Productions
Recorded at: 5IVE Line Productions
Written by: Gregory "GB" Ballantyne
Guitars by: Kyle Peters
Live Drums: Sheldon Raymond, “ Timbales Guy”
Saxophonist: Brandon Christopher
Trumpeter: John Wayne Thomas
Trombonist: Yohance Dickson
Brass Arrangement: Yohance Dickson
Pannist: Shaquille “Flogo” Forbes
Pannist Arrangement: Yohance Dickson & Ato Williams
Background Vocals: Akeita Pierre Williams
Mixed & Mastered by: Ato Williams @ 5IVE Line Productions
Visualizer Credit Info
Ronnie Ross—Tenor
Kamaria Charles-Richards—Double Seconds
Desree Seecharan—Guitar
Jamaal Pierre-Roberts—Bass
Akua Leith—Managing Director, MITTCO
Wardrobe—S. M. Warner—Art With Attitude.
Makeup—RayofBeauty Glam Studio and Spa.
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago
Genre: Soca
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Chutney Soca Monarch in Hot Water for Popular Songs Omission: Is It a Race Issue?
By Ananda/Sokah2Soca
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February 05, 2025
Originally posted on the blog Sokah2Soca (www.sokah2soca.com). We bring you only the best new music, while Island Vybe Radio rocks it live on the air!
I understand the frustration! It's always disappointing when popular songs don't make the cut. The selection process for the Chutney Soca Monarch competition can be quite subjective and sometimes controversial.
Regarding the inclusion of Machel Montano, it's true that his entry has stirred up quite a bit of debate. As for Kurt Allen's "Money Done" and Lady Gypsy's "Tanty," or even "Hot Up" by Ravi B and Yung Bredda, it's difficult to say why they didn't make it without knowing the exact criteria used by the judges. Everyone understands that Machel Montano will bring enormous attention to the Chutney Soca Monarch competition. What everyone wants to know is: was the selection process fair?
It's important to remember that competitions like these often have to balance various factors, including diversity, representation, and the overall quality of the performances. While it's easy to question the fairness, it's also a reminder of the subjective nature of art and music.
Someone needs to provide an explanation for these discrepancies and explain to the general public why certain artists and songs, which are not currently as popular as Lady Gypsy's "Tanty" and Kurt Allen's "Money Done," were selected. Is it that the artists are not 'Indian enough' to make the cut, so why did less popular songs win over worthy ones? It could be that the selection process is influenced by factors such as marketing strategies, industry connections, or even the current trends in musical tastes that prioritize certain genres or styles over others, regardless of their artistic merit. If you want to consider your show legitimate and allow it to grow in popularity, then you need to be fair, and most of all, the general public must consider your judging fair!
"For the 30th edition of the CSM, to be held at La Tropical, The Rig Compound, La Romaine, eight female artists and 26 male artists will vie for nine positions in the final, where reigning CSM king Rick Ram (Rick Ramoutar) will defend his title. Also defending her crown as Queen of Chutney Soca is Rawytee Ramroop, who is required to qualify through the semifinal round—Trinidad Express.
The artists selected for the CSM semifinal round are:
- Rawytee Ramroop
- Reehanna Gopaul
- Vanessa Ramoutar
- Kavita Ramkissoon
- Rohanie “Nel” Ramdass
- Reshma Ramlal
- Sarika Sultan
- Hemlatha Dindial
- Deodath Birbal
- Nigel Gobin - Since Yuh Leave
- Colin Jackman
- Kendel Jaggernauth
- Shiva M and Jadel
- Edward Ramdass
- Amit Sagram
- Suresh Maraj
- Wackerman
- Amit Baksh (Mittyranks)
- Master Saleem
- Nari Raghubir
- Rajdeo “Rajah” Rampersad
- Davindra Ramdath
- Robin J
- Suresh Rampo Rampersad
- Devindra Gattoo
- Chris Garcia
- Oneil Bhajman
- Avinash Sookraj and Sunil Ramsundar
- Adesh Samaroo
- Ricardo Melville (Daddy Chinee)
- Veekash Sahadeo
- Neval Chatelal
- Rikki Jai
- Machel Montano - Pepper Vine
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