The St. Vincent Carnival, known as Vincy Mas, is a vibrant and exhilarating celebration that encapsulates the spirit and culture of the beautiful Caribbean Island of St. Vincent. This annual extravaganza is a colorful fusion of music, dance, and revelry. It brings together locals and visitors alike in a joyous display of unity and excitement. The streets come alive with the pulsating rhythms of Soca, calypso music and intricately adorned masqueraders' parade through the city. They are adorned in stunning costumes adorned with feathers, sequins, and vibrant hues. The air is filled with the scent of delicious local cuisine, and the atmosphere is electric with the infectious energy of revelers. The St. Vincent Carnival is a true testament to the island's rich heritage and exuberant spirit, creating an unforgettable experience for all who participate.
That's cool, now that we got that out of the way we have to talk about the music that makes it all happen. The people of St. Vincent are proud of their culture. If you ask any Vincy citizen about their carnival celebrations, they will tell you they are the best in the Caribbean. When it comes to their music, they will tell you they are the innovators and push Ragga Soca and Soca in general to higher heights. Now we don't get into the hype or deal with insular vibes. We are a Caribbean community, but each island has a unique feel associated with its people and culture. We love them all. So, having said that, today we present a mixtape of some of the earliest power Soca tracks out of Saint Vincent for Vincy Mas 2023. Tell us if the music lives up to the hype.
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Mixtape title: Vincy Soca Starter 1
Mixed by: DJ Bedz 500 (Hypactive Movements)
Genre: Soca
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Here is the latest chart from COTT for the week ending May 11th -17th, 2023. The top songs are still number s 1 and 2 by Come Home by Nailah Blackman and Skinny Fabulous have edged up to the number three spot pushing Like Yuself by Machel and Patrice Roberts into fourth place. Entering the chart at number 10 is Hall of Fame by Mical Teja, this song is definitely deserving of since it was very popular for carnival 2023. Take a look and see if you song made the chart and tell up what you think COTT can do to improve the charting process.
For those new to this chart, here is a little reminder from previous chart posts:
Here is a little housekeeping regarding COTT and the current playlist. COTT is a non-profit organization that represents composers, authors, and publishers of musical works in Trinidad and Tobago. The organization collects and distributes royalties to its members for the public performance and broadcast of their works, including on radio stations.
The COTT Radio Play chart is based on data provided by a sample of Trinidad and Tobago radio stations that report their weekly airplay to COTT. The chart reflects the total number of plays each song received during the week. A weighted average of the data is then used to adjust for the differences in the number of radio stations and audiences among them.
COTT:
"Our chart is informed by data obtained from VERICAST - the software used by COTT to capture this and other types of musical data".
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Image: Top Ten Soca Songs
Period: May 11th - May 117th, 2023
Monitored and posted by: COTT (Copyright Organization of Trinidad & Tobago)
Genre: Soca Songs/Music
This week's TOP 3 are:
Engine Room - Olatunji
Mood - Kes & Shaggy
Come Home - Nailah Blackman x Skinny Fabulous
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Siwo, by Michael Robinson, is a smooth groove Soca song released as part of the Sa Ka Fèt Riddim for St. Lucia's Carnival 202. The beginning of this song reminds me of Voice out of Trinidad. St. Lucia's 2023 Carnival just got sweeter with this music release from Michael Robinson. If you are a fan of the smooth side of Soca then this is the groove for Lucian Carnival 2023.
Sa Ka Fèt (creole patois for "what's going on") seems appropriate for this album release. If you are vibing to this track, then you definitely know what's going on! This riddim is produced by Vibez Productionz. We like how smooth the production on this music release is, as well as the smooth side of Soca vocalized by Michael Robinson.
"Siwo" is a great example of Soca music. It is upbeat, catchy, and it is sure to get you moving. If you are a fan of Soca music, then you will definitely want to check out "Siwo" by Michael Robinson. This song is ideal for a slow whine with someone special to you or if you find yourself 'thieving ah whine'.
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song/Title: Siwo
Lyricist/Written by: Michael Robinson & Lance Mongroo
Album: Sa Ka Fèt Riddim
Artist/Performed by: Michael Robinson x Vibez Productionz
Produced by: Vibez Productionz
Composed by: Miguel Joseph
Mixed and mastered by: Nikholai Greene of N.M.G. Music
Vocal Production: Arthur Allain of Major Records
Live Drums ? by: Marvellon ‘Stixx’ Mitchell
Live Bass ? by: Nicky Pamphile
Live Guitars ? by: Kyle Ernest and Zack Popo
Genre: Soca
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Calypso, Steelband and Soca are featured here on Soka2Soca regularly. However, so as not to run into trouble with steelpan fans, we don't want to appear as fair-weather fans posting pan-music only when carnivals come calling. For that reason, we decided to post a track with a steelpan as the headliner. Today we present the song "Hello" by Earl Brooks from the album "Something Nice".
In one stroke we dropped the mic! We deliver something nice (literally) while pointing you to Earl Brooks awesome album. The album is available for purchase on Amazon Music in CD or MP3 formats. Hello is a classic song but when done on the steelpan it takes on another dimension when performed on the steelpan, an instrument that adds an authentic Caribbean flavor to the track.
There is something special about the steelpan (the national instrument of Trinidad & Tobago) and it is the sweet sound of the instrument that adds flavor to a song that is considered a classic. The steelpan's bright and lively tones add joyful energy to the song making this version one for your music collection. Earl Brooks is a master of the steelpan, and the fusion of steelpan and traditional instruments lights up the arrangement. We think you will love this track; we are pleased to present it to you today.
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Hello
Performed by: Earl Brooks
Album Title: Something Nice
℗ 2008 Charlie's Records / VPAL Music
Released on: 2008-12-12.
Music Publisher: Copyright Control
Genre: Steelpan
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