One of my favorite Soca tracks from 2020 was "No Tomorrow" by Kerwin Du Bois and Adana Roberts. Adana really impressed us with her sweet singing style and her ability to take control while singing alongside the very popular Kerwin Du Bois. Today we are thrilled to feature a new solo track from this talented singer. "My Dahlin" is Adana's new music release for Carnivals in 2025. We like the vibe and the mood, and we believe you will enjoy this release.

 

Here we are, and we believe that Adana is poised to make significant contributions to Carnival 2025. She is talented, and with this music release, we expect her fame will blossom, making her a household name for Soca music. "My Dahlin" showcases this very talented singer's dynamic vocal range and energy.

 

"My Dahlin," written by Michael "Tano" Montano and made a reality with Tano and Kyle Peters' production genius, combines infectious rhythms with captivating and enduring lyrics. Released in time for Miami's carnival, "My Dahlin" should be a fete banger, and we expect even better reception for Trinidad's upcoming carnival. 

 

With its catchy choruses and lively rhythms that get everyone on their feet dancing, "My Dahlin" has the potential to become a Carnival hit. It's a must-add to your playlist, perfect for driving, partying at a fete, or simply enjoying the carnival atmosphere.

Today we take a break from our regular programming to bring you a 'non-Soca' track. Why? Kes from KES the Band is featured on the song! Shwayze has titled the song "West Coast", showcasing the talents of Common Kings and Kes. If you enjoy a smooth vibe while driving down the highway, a song that inspires you to sail away and dream of driving along the West Coast, then this is the song that will evoke those feelings.

 

The vibe is right, the production is tight, and the mood is sweet. We think you will fall in love with this song. We believe this is the perfect song to indulge in a break from the wicked twerking vibe that Soca music delivers. This is a must-have for your summer playlist. Add it and enjoy it as we take in the waning days of summer. 

The carnival spirit and the infectious flow of this lyrical master feel so good. Bunji has raised the bar for good music once again, and for those waiting to release new music, a visit back to the studio to rework their track may be a smart idea. The cleaver lyrics, written by Ian Alvarez and delivered with the sobriquet "Bunji Garlin, take us on a journey of ecstasy on the dancefloor. The sweet lyrical flow, along with the excellent music production by Kurt Riley and Peter Choppin, has set the stage for a song that could become a defining track for Carnival 2025. Sometimes an early release can set the stage for what comes next: more outstanding music!

 

Wherever West Indian-styled carnivals take place, Soca music, considered the child of Calypso music, is the heart and soul of carnival celebrations. The Caribbean, North America, England, Europe, and even Japan jam to Soca music for their Carnival celebrations. That was not always the case; Calypso was once the driving force for carnival, but that all changed because of the youth's mood and a desire for creative musicians to find "something musically sweeter than Calypso" to lure the young souls away from dancehall music. This happened during the 1970s, when Calypsonian Lord Shorty innovated and created a new style of Calypso, he named Sokah! The printed press began to refer to Sokah as Soca, and this ever-changing style continues to carry the name "Soca."

 

Today, the term "Soca" serves as a marketing tool, as it encompasses all new Caribbean Carnival music. However, unless one is well-versed in the genre or has been around from the start, it can be challenging to discern the Soca beat in some of these new music releases. For that reason, we present this Facebook interview, done by Ashwin Seegobin, with Mr. Kenny Phillips telling the story of the evolution of Calypso to Sokah (Soca). The layperson can easily understand this interesting story. Thank you, Kenny; this lesson is what we needed today. This is authentic information, not a fabrication!

Kenny Phillips tells the story of the evolution of Calypso to Sokah (Soca), as imagined by the renowned musician/artist Lord Shorty, or Ras Shorty I.

 

From Facebook Post:

Mr. Kenny Phillips, a legendary songwriter, producer, musician, and entrepreneur with a profound impact on the evolution of Calypso music into the vibrant Soca genre, which was known as 'Sokah' during this time, here enlightens us about his invaluable experience during this transformative period in Trinidad music.