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So much Soca, but not enough Chutney Soca! Well, let's do something different today. For this post, we won't be following the Soca or Chutney Soca route. What then? How about we post a traditional Chutney song? Let's do that and see what kind of response we get from our readers! Trinidad and Tobago boasts a multicultural society and abundant talent. In light of this, we venture south of the Caroni River and present a track named "Japti," featuring the vocals of Hemlatha Dindial. Rishi Gayadeen, known for his talent and reputation, arranged, mixed, and produced the song. We believe the energy of this track will ignite your soul. Don't behave confused; just get up and dance your arse off.
Now, for those who enjoy Soca and Chutney, we present a traditional chutney song. Although most Soca fans are unfamiliar with it, its rhythm and joy will make them love it. The vibe you hear comes from the astute hands of Raj Singh, whose talent on the dholak and dhantal shines throughout this song. You can compare his part in this song to the "engine room" for steelbands.
Hemlatha Dindial's voice reverberates throughout the land, summoning the masses to groove to the exceptional production work by Rishi Gayadeen. If you don't know Trinidad and Tobago's culture, don't think this is eastern music. Hell no, it's from the southernmost Caribbean island. Yes, it is sweet music from the shores of Trinidad and Tobago.
So there you have it, a traditional chutney song brought to you by Sokah2Soca in collaboration with Island Vybe Philly Radio. We are here to bring you all the music of our homeland. So jump aboard and vibe with us. Press play, turn up the volume, and let the music of Hemlatha Dindial take you deep South into the Caribbean, into the vibe of the people of Trinidad and Tobago.
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Japti
Artiste/Performed by: Hemlatha Dindial
Dholak & Dhantal by: Raj Singh
Arranged, Mixed, and Produced by: Rishi Gayadeen
Production house: RGBandProductions
Mastered by: GQ MAXZIMUM
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago
Genre: Traditional Chutney
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