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The Queen of Bacchanal is back for 2026, and she’s not holding back. Produced, mixed, and mastered by Johann Seaton of Madmen/MadLypso Productions, with lyrics by Kern Rose (MadLypso) and Destra herself, this track marks a soulful re-entry into the Soca scene.
Free Again is a journey—from feeling lost and pretending to smile to stepping into light and liberation. Destra’s vocals glide over a smooth groove, declaring her freedom from the shadows.
She’s breathing again. She’s in control. Soca World, take note—Destra is free and fierce. So watch out, Soca World, the Queen of Bacchanal is back!
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Free Again
Artist/Performed by: Destra Garcia
Produced, Mixed and Mastered by Johann Seaton
Written By Kern Rose & Destra Garcia
Label: MadLypso
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago
Genre: Soca ?
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Peedy & Patrice Step Into Bacchanal Mode: A Carnival Collab with Mixed Results
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November 08, 2025
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A surprise duet that blends Peedy’s fresh energy with Patrice’s carnival royalty. ProNine Mind Entertainment produced this track, Millbeatz recorded it, and Precision Productions engineered it—this one’s built on solid Soca craftsmanship.
The video is a vibrant tribute to Trinidadian carnival culture: mas, movement, and moments of pure joy. It’s all about leaving stress behind and liming with your crew.
While the vibe is sweet and the flow smooth, the hook doesn’t quite stick. It's a good tune, but it's not a front-runner in the Soca race.
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Bacchanal Mode
Artists/Performed by: Preedy x Patrice Roberts
Produced by Nine Mind Entertainment
Recorded by Millbeatz Entertainment
Engineered (Mixed & Mastered) by: Precision Productions
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago
Genre: Soca ?
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Parang with Passion: Blackie’s “Martina” Brings Latin Heat to the Holidays
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November 08, 2025
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It’s Parang time in Trinidad and Tobago, and you know what that means—pastelle in one hand, rhythm in the other! But today, we’re not just liming with tradition—we’re turning up the tempo with a Soca Parang that’s as spicy as a pepper sauce-stuffed pastelle.
Introducing “Martina”—a brand-new 2025 Christmas release from the ever-enchanting Irving “Blackie” Blackman. This one’s got that Latin flair, that sweet Soca swing, and a storyline that’ll make you blush like you just got caught under the mistletoe.
Martina isn’t just a name—it’s a vibe. She’s the woman who dances her way into the heart of the DJ, and the lyrics are penned by Blackie and Lewis Rowan. It’s a tale of rhythm, romance, and revelry, wrapped in a melody that makes you want to grab a partner and take a wine by the speaker box. But there is more... Martina is looking not just for a good dance partner; she is looking for a little pleasure!
And let’s talk music: the soundtrack isn’t your average looped beat. This is live, living, breathing music—courtesy of the legendary Leston Paul. With trumpet, trombone, sax, and keys all in the mix, the arrangement is pure Christmas magic with a Soca soul. Leston not only arranged the track but also laid down the keyboard lines himself. That’s parang prestige right there.
So whether you’re stringing lights or stringing up a cuatro, let “Martina” be your soundtrack this season. Soca Parang is here, and Blackie’s got the gift. But Martina still wants more... will Blackie be able to deliver the goods? You tell us what you think.
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Martina
Artist/Performed by: Irvin Blackman aka Blackie
Written by: Irving Blackman & Lewis Rowan
Background Vocals by: Sherisse Collymore
Trumpet—Ricky Clarke
Trombone—L. Stanton
Sax—T. Daniel
Keyboards by: Leston Paul
Arrangements by: Leston Paul
Engineered by: Leston Paul ?? & Franklyn Grant ??
Mastered by: Madmen Productions
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago
Genre: Soca Parang ?
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Challenge accepted—and executed in record time! Today is the World Premiere of "Moruga Fisherman" by AiMrPhillipppeee, a Latin-flavored Soca track done in minutes.
Sunday will go down in the annals of Dotish History as the day AI Soca music crawled out of a computer and splashed onto the airwaves of WACK Radio 90.1 FM. It all started during De Dotish Hour, when Mr. Desmond threw down the gauntlet (or was it a wet fish?): could Kenny Phillips use AI to create a song live on air?
Enter AiMrPhillipppeee—armed with prompt engineering and zero fear. The mission? A track about a Moruga fisherman who loves casting his net off the coast of Venezuela. The result? Moruga Fisherman—a Latin-flavored Soca jam whipped up in minutes and served hot on the airwaves.
Deso was stunned. Callers were buzzing. And somewhere in Moruga, a fisherman probably started humming his new theme song.
So we ask you: is AI the end of music producers as we know them… or the creative adrenaline shot that will catapult music production. What is your opinion?
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Moruga Fisherman
Artist/Performed by: AiMrPhillipppeee
Written by: AiMrPhillippe
Produced by: Ai Music Generator
Copyright: AiMrPhillipppeee @WACKVisualRadio90.1FM
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago
Genre: Latin Soca ?
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