Soca powerhouse Lyrikal delivers fresh energy with his latest track, “Break Record,” riding the vibrant Lights Riddim. Lyro has consistently delivered excellent music, and together with the production team, consisting of Cool It Productions, Kernal Roberts, and Azikiwe Keller, he has another weapon for stage appearances for Trinidad's 2026 Carnival.

The song, featuring Lyrikal's signature vocals and executive produced by Ryan Shing Hon, is a celebration of Carnival’s heartbeat. Written by Kernal Roberts and Devon Martin, the lyrics capture the passion, unity, and joy of people coming together as “one family.”

“Break Record” is all about readiness for the road, embracing the music, and reveling in the festivities. Lyrikal encourages fans to fete in numbers, set new records for positive vibes, and immerse themselves in the Carnival spirit. As he declares in the track, “yuh cyar get enough of me.”

We love the vibe, the message, and Lyrikal’s unmistakable vocal style. This one is highly recommended by the Sokah2Soca crew—a true anthem for the season.

 

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The stars have arrived; the man controlling Soca music today just released "Capital" with the queen of vibes, Patrice Roberts. 

 

If you are a fan of Groove Soca, then you will love Kevon Carter's "Body Talk." This track blends flawless vocals with a bouncy, engaging rhythm. Mr. K-Dence joins Kevon on this musical journey, delivering an equally seductive, crisp Caribbean flow and celebratory vibe. The music is a pure and sweet groove, Soca.

The visuals for the video lead us down a seductive path of life—the visuals engage the lyrics, each line pulsing with desire, each beat inviting movement. Kevon’s voice is smooth and expressive, asking his love interest to speak not with words, but with motion: “Talk to me with your body, baby.” Mr. K-Dence complements the music with rhythmic charisma, adding bounce and swagger to the sonic landscape.

Highlights

• Kevon Carter’s vocals are smooth and flawless, silky, and emotionally rich.
• Mr. K-Dence’s vocal flow is vibrant, rhythmic, and sunlit.
• Lyrics: a poetic plea for physical expression and emotional connection.
• Production: tight, tropical, and radio-ready—crafted by Ian Wiltshire & Alan Brizan.
• Recording: expertly captured by Kevin 'Vexmony' Beharry at Big Blood Studios.

Body Talk can be considered Caribbean Pop instead of Soca. However, for marketing purposes and since we are in Carnival mode, this song will go down as a Soca music release, making it perfect for Carnival playlists and club parties. I don't think you will hear this at a fete or played here; you will hear it on a Soca mixtape. This song has its own path and will find favor with those who are sensually inclined.

 

 

Few calypso melodies carry the weight of history quite like Rum and Coca-Cola. First penned and performed by Rupert Westmore Grant—the legendary Lord Invader—the song became a global sensation when The Andrews Sisters recorded their version in the 1940s. What followed was one of the most famous copyright battles in music history, a case that etched itself into the very fabric of Caribbean cultural memory.

Fast‑forward to today, and instead of revisiting the old melody, Kes & Tano reinvent the idea of Rum & Coca Cola with a modern twist. They take us back to a memorable period in the history of Calypso music when Calypso tent performances became a popular Carnival tradition. That tradition is recreated in the imagery of the video production... it is so well done!

Carnivals come and go, and by borrowing from a wedding scene, we take something old; we approach each new season with the promise that we can reflect on the past while introducing something fresh and unique. Kes and Tano have boldly reimagined this iconic song's name. This track is a conceptual revival of a song that was once controversial but has lived on for generations. Kes and Tano have honored the name, Rum and Coca-Cola, while reshaping its narrative for a new generation.

This track is not a remake. It’s a reinvention.

Let your imagination go on a playful ride with Kes and Tano. The recreation takes us back in time, creating the story in a fresh direction: a lively encounter with Miss Grace, a woman who was drinking Rum and Coca-Cola, unfolds in a throwback black‑and‑white production infused with Caribbean joy. In this context, Kes and Tano evoke the spirit of Invader’s era while incorporating the energy of contemporary soca and calypso into their performance.

Musically, the track is pure Kes—with Tano’s creative edge woven in—a seamless fusion of heritage and innovation. Rather than replaying Lord Invader’s melody, this version celebrates a new idea, dressed in the vibrancy of today’s Carnival generation.

The result? A feel-good, timeless song that bridges eras: storytelling and celebration, nostalgia, and reinvention. Flawless... the video production and the creative process from Kes, Tano and the team involved with the making of the song. Let's not forget the work of Kyle Peters on guitar and Josh Richardson on bass, as well as the background vocals by the triple team of Terri Lyons, Coutain, and Tano. 

Born again, resurrected or all new, call it what you may, but this version of Rum & Coca-Cola resurrects a name that once ignited global debates—not as a relic, but as a vibrant reinvention for Carnival 2026.

For those who love 'red-man' music, 'de ting now start'; Carnival begins here!