Originally crafted by DJ Trylum for Trinidad’s 2026 Independence celebrations, we’re bringing this mixtape back to spark a little friendly Carnival debate.
Looking back at the songs that shaped carnivals past—from Naya George’s “Trinidad” (2002) straight through to Machel Montano’s “Encore” (2026)—you can feel how each year carried its own energy, its own anthem, and its own unforgettable vibe.
And now, with Machel poised for a possible triple crown if he takes Road March again in 2027, it’s the right time to revisit the champions that defined the road.
Let’s do this... this is where you come in.
Use the comments to tell us which year was the year—the one where every other song had to take a back seat.
Which Road March winner, from the list below, is your personal champion for your own selfish reasons?
The one that moved you… the one that mashed up the road… the one that still hits you in your chest.
Finally, a second question... Do you think MM can win the triple crown? Your pick might surprise people—or start a whole debate.
Are you ready for this? We’re ready.
🏆 ROAD MARCH WINNERS
2002 – Naya George – Trinidad
2003 – Fay-Ann Lyons – Display
2004 – Shurwayne Winchester – Look De Band Comin’
2005 – Shurwayne Winchester – Dead or Alive
2006 – Machel Montano & Patrice Roberts – Band of De Year
2007 – Machel Montano – Jumbie
2008 – Fay-Ann Lyons – Get On
2009 – Fay-Ann Lyons – Meet Superblue
2010 – JW & Blaze – Palance
2011 – Machel Montano – Advantage
2012 – Machel Montano – Pump Yuh Flag
2013 – Superblue – Fantastic Friday
2014 – Machel Montano – MOR
2015 – Machel Montano – Like Ah Boss
2016 – Machel Montano – Waiting on the Stage
2017 – Ultimate Rejects – Full Extreme
2018 – Machel Montano & Superblue – Soca Kingdom
2019 – Machel Montano, Bunji Garlin & Skinny Fabulous – Famalay
2020 – Kes & Iwer George – Stage Gone Bad
2021–2022 – No Carnival
2023 – Bunji Garlin – Hard Fete
2024 – Mical Teja – DNA
2025 – Machel Montano – Pardy
2026 – Machel Montano – Encore
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Road March Winners 2002-2026
Curated and mixed by: DJ Trylum
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago.
Genre: Soca 🎶
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