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Sokah2Soca is expanding its presence in Trinidad and Tobago's music scene. We can't ignore the new music that kids love, even though we have the latest Soca, Steelband, and Calypso music. Indeed, we celebrate the lyrical wit of Calypso and the heartbeat of middle-class Soca, praising ourselves as a bastion of tradition. However, music, akin to culture, is a fluid entity. Like any river, our culture fluctuates over time, and the current era demands the acknowledgement of Zess Soca's music. For this post, we deliver the music of the Queen of Zess, Lady Lava. We hope you enjoy our sampling of her music, taken from Spotify's "This is Lady Lava," for your listening pleasure. 

 

It was natural for the youth to create and thrive with this new vibe. That Rapso music has not achieved the same level of success and recognition saddens me. Rapso is remarkable music, but that is a discussion for another time. Street culture has given rise to Zess Soca, which has enjoyed success at home and is now spreading throughout the Caribbean region. Zess Soca is unapologetically raw, infectious, and undeniably vibrant. At its core is Lady Lava—bold, magnetic, and lyrically fearless. Her music transcends mere entertainment; it serves as storytelling from the perspective of a new generation.

 

One might wonder why Lady Lava's music is significant. Her grit and flair imbue every track she touches. While her rhythms might pulse with the carefree bravado of Zess, her wordplay and delivery echo our Calypsonian griots—just through a new lens.

 

We acknowledge that our initial focus was on a mature, culture-loving audience who enjoys steelband, calypso, and soca music. However, Zess is beginning to permeate our mainstream music. A prime example of this is Machel Montano's "Pepper Vine," featuring Drupatee Ramgoonai, the queen of Chutney Soca, alongside Lady Lava, the queen of Zess Soca. While many cherish the artistry of today's Soca champions, as well as the legendary works of artists like Sparrow and Kitchener, it is essential to embrace the emergence and evolution of new music. Lady Lava does not stand in opposition to our musical heritage; rather, she embodies its continuation—another fiery branch from a mighty tree.

 

So, are you ready to experience Lady Lava's music?   We’re featuring a curated selection of Lady Lava's high-voltage tracks right here on Sokah2Soca. Turn up the volume, set aside expectations, and let the Queen of Zess usher you into the now. Sokah2Soca welcomes you to the world of Zess. Soca, if done properly, could be the future music that puts the Caribbean music scene on the global stage, embraced by the likes of Nicki Minaj, Cardi B, and others... Enjoy!

 

Songs:

Ring Finger, Bob the Builder, No Standing Up, Bare Bounce, You Have A Gyal, Skeg Out, Bedtime Story, Make it Clap, Konsequences, Nasty, Pepper Vine, Cha Cha Cha, Flowers, Baddd B, Ms. Lucy (Alter Ego), Tight Hole, Heavy Rollers, In Deh, Love Bombing, Tail Light-Refix.