Machel Montano stars at Calypso Fiesta 2024: Brings Zess Soca to Soul of Calypso
By Ananda/Sokah2Soca
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February 03, 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!!
Machel Montano, the King of Soca, graced the stage at Calypso Fiesta 2024 with an electrifying and spirited performance. As the crowd gathered under the Caribbean sun, Montano’s presence radiated energy and anticipation. Machel's years of experience headling major Soca shows shone brightly as he took command of the stage. His performance and comfort level surpassed the expectations of those who came to witness the event. He was in command and he should be in the finals.
With a nod to tradition and innovation, Montano seamlessly blended the worlds of Calypso and Soca. His performance was a testament to his musical prowess and the evolution of Caribbean rhythms. As the first notes resonated through the air, he reminded everyone why he still wears the crown as the premiere draw for Soca and soon Calypso music.
“Soul of Calypso," his latest creation, served as the centerpiece. The song paid homage to the roots of Soca, weaving in the heartbeat of Calypso. Montano’s vocals soared, capturing the essence of both genres. And then, like a magician revealing a hidden card, he introduced the unmistakable Soca beat. The crowd erupted, dancing and singing along, swept up in the magic of the moment.
Montano’s performance was more than entertainment; it was a declaration. He stood there, commanding the stage, and with each beat, he reaffirmed his title as the King of Soca. The fusion of old and new, tradition and innovation, left an indelible mark on the audience—a reminder that the spirit of Calypso lives on, carried forward by the one and only Machel Montano.
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Calypso Fiesta 2024 ( Calypso Semi-Finals)
Song: Soul of Calypso
Contestant #27
Artist/Performed by: Machel Montano
Origin: Skinner Park, San Fernando, Trinidad
Genre: Calypso
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The Calypso Fiesta in Trinidad is a vibrant celebration of music, culture, and creativity. On Saturday, Feb 3rd. the stage at Skinner Park, San Fernando, "Reignite Calypso Music" will come alive with the rhythmic beats and soulful lyrics of talented calypsonians.
I hope you are as excited as I am to enjoy this spectacular show of talent, creativity, and a display of various calypso styles, including dance calypso and social and political commentaries. Calypso Fiesta is more than just a competition; it is a celebration of our culture and history.
At the end of the event, the top performers will secure a spot in the National Calypso Monarch final on Dimanche Gras night, February 11. Former winners like Chuck Gordon, Karene Asche, and Terri Lyons, as well as Soca music icon Machel Montano and current Young King Mical Teja, will vie for a place in the finals where Duane Ta'zyah O’Connor will defend the crown he won last year. Let the melodies sway, the lyrics resonate, and the spirit of calypso thrive!
We have audio via Talkcity Radio 91.1FM and recorded Video performances posted below: Enjoy and share this post with your peers!
The Calypso Fiesta will start at 2:00 pm at Skinner Park, San Fernando, and last until 10 p.m. or later/until finished. The order of appearances is as follows:
- Karen Asche (The Calypso Princess) - No Excuse
- Hammond Bruce (Slick) - Trinidad Is Not a Real Place
- Richard Raj-Kumar (Chromatics) - 2 Party
- Mical Williams (Mical Teja) - DNA
- Terri Lyons - Play Panman
- Roderick Gordon (Chuck Gordon) - Charlsie
- Myron Bruce (Calypso Nite) - Gunsmoke in the Dancehall
- Romel Lezama (Papamel) - Real Talk
- Caston Cupid - Straight From The Heart
- Phillip Murray (Black Sage) - Stone
- Garth St Clair - The Anthem
- Giselle Fraser Washington (GG) - We Going Fighting
- Ezekiel Yorke - No Greater Gift
- Stephen Marcelle - Country of Survival
- Alana Sinnette-Khan - Lady Watchman - Shopping In Miami
- Mark Eastman Generation
- Crystal Charles - The Legal Diva - Standing My Ground
- Kurt Alleyne - Last Bardjohn of Calypso - The First Investigation
- Eric James - Is D People
- Nakasa Thatcher-Roberts - Find Ah Station
- Rivaldo London - Here In T&T
- Nicole Thomas - The Truth Is
- Aaron Duncan - Characters
- Aaron Sinnette - Tick Tock
- Sean Singh - (Ifa) - Jack and Jill
- Winston Gypsy Peters (Gypsy) - Ungrateful
- Machel Montano - Soul of Calypso
- Shamika Denoon - All We Saltfish
- Stacey Sobers-Abraham (Stacey Sobers) -Respect the Tribe
- Victoria Cooper-Rahim (Queen Victoria) - The Enemy
- Keith Wason (Def Prince) - Identity Crisis
- Wendy Garrick - Keep Yuh Head Up
- Heaven Charles (Snakey) - Wake Up Calypso
- Brian London - Hell
- Michelle Henry - When The Fighting STart
- Naomi Sinnette - Dem Advisors
- Kerine Williams-Figaro (Tiny) - Through These Eyes
- Alex Gift (Tobago Chalkie) - The Feud
- Helon Francis - Representing We
- Selvon Noel (Mistah Shak) - De Return
What would the competition be without someone sitting on the bench waiting to be called? In the Calypso tent, this position of waiting to be called is called "scrubbing the bench". Tomorrow's reserve:
Arnold Jordan (Jaw'D) - The Message
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Listen Live via TalkCity Radio then catch the video performance below. The Calypso Fiesta 2024 Performances are compliments of "KULTURE Video/YouTube". Refresh your screen to update additional performances.
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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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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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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