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The announcement of the Small Conventional Bands Panorama Semi-Finals results has the Steelpan community buzzing with excitement! After a thrilling series of performances, 14 bands have ceremoniously made it through to the finals.
This competition is renowned for its tradition of controversy, making it an ideal choice for Carnival. Steelband enthusiasts are familiar with the classic phrase, "They thief, they thief; we want to see the score sheet." Derived from a classic Calypso by the legendary Cecil "Maestro" Hume, this phrase holds significant relevance in relation to the Panorama results, which have historically sparked a flurry of debates and controversies. In today's digital age, the echo of this sentiment finds its way into chat boxes and social media platforms.
So what about the negative comments? Let's try and navigate these comments. It's a common scene: someone shares their thoughts about a band's performance, only to face a barrage of responses such as, "What do you know about pan?" This clash of opinions is almost as much a tradition as the music itself. The passion within the pan community is undeniable, and every individual feels they have the ultimate perspective on who deserves to win.
Whether you agree with it or not, judging always sparks controversy. Ultimately, the decisions made by the judges are final. As the results emerge, the vocal critics and self-proclaimed experts often retreat into silence. Crickets, the silence is deafening! The competition intensifies, with point differences so minuscule that minor adjustments could potentially shift the entire leaderboard. It’s a reminder of just how unpredictable and thrilling these competitions can be.
While disagreements are common, the excitement of the finals consistently unites us and keeps us on edge. Everyone is now concentrating on the finals. The competition remains fierce, and there's a strong possibility that a surprise band might clinch victory with an outstanding performance. Many hope we embrace this unpredictable nature of the competition and celebrate the music that unites us instead of becoming mired in the contentious debates.
I am always considered a controversial commentator. People in the WACK Visual Radio chat box love to hate on me. I keep telling them it's just an opinion, but they always conclude that I feel like I know it all. No, I just always have an opinion, and you don't have to agree with it! At the heart of it, we love our pan music. It’s the soul of our gatherings, the rhythm that moves us. Let us revel in the music, engage in amicable discourse, and allow the Picong to fly! After all, it’s these lighthearted jabs and spirited discussions that make the Panorama season such a joyous celebration.
Let’s sit back, enjoy the melodies, and cheer on our favorite bands as they head into what promises to be an unforgettable final!
WACK 90.1FM Visual Radio has made the semi-final performances of the small conventional bands available for replay. We have included the YouTube player here for you to view/judge for yourself. Below is a list of the final 14 bands that qualified for the finals and the points they scored.
| Name of Steelband T&TEC New East Side Dimension Southern Stars Steel Orchestra First Citizens Tobago Panthers St. Margaret's SuperStars Uptown Fascinators T&T Defence Force Steel Orchestra Todd's Road Rhthem Raiders Golden Hands Tokyo Steel Orchestra Panasonic Connection Fascinators Pan Symphony Fusion Steel Arima Golden Symphony Road Block Steel Orchestra |
Name of Song Rain-O-Rama Mih Lover Tiney Winey Rack Me Rack Me Doh Rock It So Swing Golo Mih Lover Cheers To Life Garlic Sauce Sweetness is my Weakness Bonnie and Clyde Gold Soca Train |
Points 275 272 272 271 271 270 270 269 269 268 268 265 262 262 |
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Event: Pan Trinbago Small Conventional Bands Semi-Finals 2025
Place: Victoria Square, Port of Spain
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago
Genre: Steelband Music PTSCBSemi-Finals2025
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