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Soca Finds a New Pulse in Japan: “Odore Mina” Ignites a Global Beat

Soca music, the exuberant heartbeat of Trinidad and Tobago, has always thrived on its ability to cross borders and spark joy acro… Read more

Soca Is We Soul: A Trinidadian Reflection on Rhythm, Roots, and Revelry

“Soca is we Soul” is more than just a catchy phrase—it’s a declaration of cultural ownership and emotional connection. In this ar… Read more

Soca: The Soul of a Nation in Rhythm

Occasionally the articles we stumble upon online raise intriguing questions—but miss the deeper story. After reading a recent Goo… Read more

Lucian Soca 2025: DJ IntlProstyle's Sonic Salute to Saint Lucia Carnival

Lucian Carnival came, glowed brightly, and brought a renewed enthusiasm for Lucian and Caribbean culture, but the vibes are far f… Read more

The Greatest Bend Over (Take It Easy) Remix: A Step Forward or Just a Shinier Repeat?

Yung Bredda’s viral hit “The Greatest Bend Over” returns with the “Take It Easy” Remix—slicker visuals, sharper choreography, and… Read more

Haunted by Bacchanal: When Carnival Fellings Refuse to Let Go

Legends Reimagined Series #3. This post is part of our Classics Reimagined series. In previous entries, we explored the vibrant w… Read more

"Pop Up Friday” by Sokah2Soca: Sweet Skankin’ from Jamaica

It is Friday and with the beautiful weather in NYC (some say it is too hot, but it makes me feel alive), I decided to do a "… Read more

Soca’s Steelpan Origins: Are We Rewriting Panorama History?

First Soca Played for Panorama #3 Recently, we spotlighted “I’m Not Drunk” by KMC as the first Soca song performed by a steelband… Read more

Silver Lining, Resilience, Riddim, and the Spirit of Merchant: A Calypso for Troubled Times

Legends Reimagined Series #2. It is time to pause and reflect. There is so much pain and uncertainty in the world today; sometime… Read more

Nadia Batson’s “Hammock” Swings Into Carnival 2026

If you have time, we can tell you that it's time to rock with the sensual Nadia Batson. Soca’s sensual siren is back—and she’… Read more

Soca Meets Steel: Siparia Deltones Bring ‘I’m Not Drunk’ to Panorama's Frontline

First Soca Played for Panorama #2 When I considered making this post, I had no clue about the song, band, arranger, or year it to… Read more

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