Hadco Phase II Pan Groove took the stage in the 2025 preliminary judging of the Large Conventional Steelband category with high expectations. Their choice of piece, "Pan and Soca," sung by Olatunji and arranged by the legendary Dr. Len "Boogsie" Sharpe, had all the makings of a showstopper. However, the actual performance left much to be desired.
Phase II has a history of being a crowd favorite, known for their vibrant and engaging performances. This time, though, the BPM was set at a slower pace, and it didn't ignite the fire and energy that the piece demanded. The arrangement by "Boogsie" Sharpe was undoubtedly brilliant, but the execution felt lazy, detracting from the composition's potential impact.
We can only hope that "Boogsie" heeds this feedback, refines the arrangement, and ignites the necessary passion to fully engage the audience. The musical genius behind the arrangement deserves to shine through, but it needs that extra spark to make it truly unforgettable.
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Event: Pan Trinbago's Large Conventional Bands Northern Region Preliminaries 2025
Steelband: Phase II Pan Groove
Song: Pan and Soca (2025)
Musical Arrangement: Dr Len 'Boogsie' Sharpe for Phase 2
Singer: Olatunji
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago
Genre: Steelband Music
Code: PTLCBP2025
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