"By Calypso, our stories are told." This is the greatest Calypso show that you will experience at Carnival 2024. Yes, it will be better than the finals! All the drama, the toilet paper crew waiting to pelt the rolls on stage when someone bombs (if they do), and just the festive atmosphere make this the event of the season now that the Soca Monarch competition is a no-go!
So, having said that, are you ready for the biggest calypso event of the year? The Calypso Semi Finals 2024 are coming to Skinner Park in San Fernando on Saturday, February 3rd, and you don’t want to miss it!
The competition is fierce this year, as 40 talented calypsonians will vie for a spot in the grand finals at the Dimanche Gras show on Carnival Sunday. Among them are some familiar names, such as former monarchs Karene Asche, Kurt Allen, Chucky Gordon, Terri Lyons, and Helon Francis. But there are also some newcomers and surprises, such as Machel Montano and Mical Teja, who are making their debuts in the calypso arena.
Machel Montano, the king of Soca, has decided to return to his Calypso roots this year with his song "Soul of Calypso", a tribute to the music and the birth of Soca. Mical Teja, a rising star in the soca scene, has also entered the fray with his song "DNA", a catchy tune, but more importantly, a patriotic song that celebrates his/our mixed heritage and identity. Both songs have been well received by the public and the critics and have generated a lot of buzz and excitement.
This will not be a cakewalk for Machel and Mical Teja because they will have to face tough competition from the veterans and the young guns, who are all ready to deliver their best performances and impress the judges and the audience. The semifinals will also feature some of the best social and political commentary, humor, and satire that Calypso is known for and some of the most melodious and infectious rhythms and melodies.
So, if you love calypso, or if you want to experience the true spirit and culture of Trinidad and Tobago, then you should not miss the Calypso Semi Finals 2024. The show starts at noon, and tickets are available at all NLCB outlets and online from TUCO's website. Come and support your favorite calypsonians and enjoy a day of music, fun, and entertainment. See you at Skinner Park!
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What would the competition be without someone sitting on the bench waiting to be called? In this case, the person is the designated "Reserve Artist" aka "scrubbing the bench": Arnold Jordan
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Show: Calypso Fiesta 2024
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad and Tobago
Genre: Calypso
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Here is a sample of some of the songs that will compete for a place in the Finals 2024