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Nevis to St. Kitts Cross Channel Swim turns 25 Years

The Nevis to St. Kitts Cross Channel Swim will celebrate its 25th anniversary on 28 March 2026. The annual event covers a 2.5-mile (4.1...

Stephanie Coleman - Sat 24 Jan 2026

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Saint Lucia Nobel Laureate Festival

UK based Saint Lucian authors have been invited to take part in a Literary Showcase hosted by the Saint Lucia High Commission in the...

Stephanie Coleman - Sat 24 Jan 2026

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Flava Village: A Cultural Marketplace and Unique Trinbagonian Experience

The National Carnival Commission (NCC), on Thursday 8 January, launched Flava Village, a new Carnival initiative aimed at creating real economic opportunities for small businesses...

Mizpah Wedaga - Sat 24 Jan 2026

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Shelly Alfred – The Journey Behind the Music

An honest conversation on growth, purpose, and building a life in musicShelly Alfred has been on stage for most of his life. From competing...

Stephanie Coleman - Fri 23 Jan 2026

News Results

Celebrating Dominican Talent at the 2025 Dominica Music Awards

On Saturday 3 January, the Dominica Music Awards 2025 took place at the InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa in Portsmouth, Dominica. The Creole Heartbeat...

Mizpah Wedaga - Fri 23 Jan 2026

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Government grants TT$50,000 in assistance to Calypsonian Baron

On January 18 2026, Minister of Culture and Community Development Michelle Benjamin announced added support for senior cultural figures during a media briefing in Port...

Stephanie Coleman - Wed 21 Jan 2026

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Welcome to the second edition of Tunes on a Tuesday

We’re turning up the heat with the latest soca tracks straight from our inbox. From Trinidad Carnival to the lively rhythms driving Dominica's Carnival...

Soca News Music - Tue 20 Jan 2026

News Results

St. Francois Valley Stars Steel Orchestra wins T&T National Junior Panorama under 20

The Trinidad and Tobago National Junior Panorama 2026 for the 19 and Under category took place on Sunday 18 January 2026, at the Queen’s...

Soca News Staff - Mon 19 Jan 2026

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Patrice Roberts’ “Always Us” free concert happening soon

Patrice Roberts has cancelled her annual ticketed I Am Woman concert and will replace it with a free show for fans. The soca singer shared...

Stephanie Coleman - Mon 19 Jan 2026

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Saint Lucia’s Bay Gardens Resorts opens first Luxury Beach Front Villas

Bay Gardens Resorts, one of Saint Lucia's beloved holiday Resorts, is expanding in its 30th year to include the Sapphire Sands Villas. The five...

Eileen Gbagbo - Sun 18 Jan 2026

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Tizzy makes her return with new songs ahead of Trinidad Carnival...

Tizzy (Tanzania Sebastian) is a soca artist from Antigua and Barbuda. She has been in the music industry for several years and became well-known for her hit song...

Stephanie Coleman - Sat 17 Jan 2026

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Yung Bredda has been nominated for a MOBO Award

Yung Bredda (Akhenaton Lewis) has been nominated for a MOBO Award in the Best Caribbean Music Act category. The Trinidadian King of Steam had...

Joseph Charles - Fri 16 Jan 2026

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New Beacon Books to celebrate 60 years in 2026

New Beacon Books will celebrate its 60th anniversary in 2026, marking its launch in London in 1966. As Britain's first Black publishing house and...

Stephanie Coleman - Thu 15 Jan 2026

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Machel montano to defend Chutney Soca Monarch title

Machel Montano will be defending his Chutney Soca Monarch title in 2026 under the theme "Our People. Our Culture. Our Music." Southex announced the event and confirmed Sangeet 106.1FM as...

Stephanie Coleman - Wed 14 Jan 2026

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NHC Mas Bands reveal their Themes for 2026

How can you tell that the Notting Hill carnival season is approaching? It's not through official announcements; authorities typically remain silent until at least two months before the event. Instead, it's the...

Soca News Staff - Wed 14 Jan 2026

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Mical Teja delivers a Mas Experience

On Sunday, 11th January 2026, at The Queen's Hall Car Park in Port of Spain, Mical Teja delivered MAS – THE EXPERIENCE 2026. A...

Martin Jay - Wed 14 Jan 2026

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Welcome to this week’s edition of Tunes on a Tuesday!

We’re turning up the heat with the latest soca and chutney releases straight from our inbox. From Trinidad Carnival to the infectious rhythms energising...

Soca News Music - Tue 13 Jan 2026

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Ricardo Drue’s Legacy Lives on Through Posthumous Album MY YEAR!!

Ricardo Drue's influence on soca music continues to be felt, even after his untimely passing. The Antiguian-born soca star, celebrated for his infectious energy and chart-topping hits such...

Joseph Charles - Thu 08 Jan 2026

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Major Lazer and Bunji Garlin drop Bouyon Powered Anthem G.O.A.T.

Bouyon, the fast-paced, high-energy sound born in Dominica, continues to surge across the Caribbean, firmly establishing itself as one of the region's most exciting...

Joseph Charles - Tue 06 Jan 2026

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Kes The Band to Headline Unity Jazz Festival at Lincoln Center

Caribbean music is set to shine brightly in New York when KestheBand headlines Jazz at Lincoln Center's third annual Unity Jazz Festival, taking place on 8...

Mizpah Wedaga - Mon 05 Jan 2026

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Selector HEMO releases Best of Japanese Soca

Soca continues its global journey with the release of Best of Japanese Soca, a landmark compilation curated and produced by Selector HEMO, the pioneering...

Joseph Charles - Sat 03 Jan 2026

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Nailah Blackman brings Sokah Origins to Sound Forge for Thank God...

Trinidadian soca star Nailah Blackman will officially launch the 2026 Trinidad & Tobago Carnival season with her flagship event Sokah Origins – Thank God...

Joseph Charles - Fri 02 Jan 2026

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Lady Lava crowned Best Performing Artist of 2025 at Zikomo Africa...

Keisha Harris, known to the world as Lady Lava, is undeniably one of the most thrilling performers on the global stage! Hailing from Trinidad...

Joseph Charles - Thu 01 Jan 2026

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St. Maarten Carnival Foundation issues notice reminding the public of band...

The St. Maarten Carnival Development Foundation has issued a public notice ahead of Carnival 2026 to address ongoing rumours and confusion regarding J'Ouvert and parade participation....

Mizpah Wedaga - Thu 01 Jan 2026

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Uber set for Saint Lucia Launch as Taxi Driver Registration Opens

Saint Lucia's transportation sector is preparing for a fresh change as Uber opens registration for taxi drivers ahead of its upcoming launch on the...

Mizpah Wedaga - Thu 01 Jan 2026

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Terri Lyons’ reign continues as she is crowned Queen for a...

Terri Lyons secured the title of Queen of Queens for an unprecedented fourth consecutive year, emerging victorious in a competition that featured nine outstanding...

Joseph Charles - Thu 01 Jan 2026

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Soca Fete Guide January 2026

Here's your monthly guide to what's happening in the world of soca! We keep you connected to the latest soca events, fetes, concerts, and...

Joseph Charles - Thu 01 Jan 2026

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Trinidad Carnival Events 2026: The Ultimate Guide

Each year, Trinidad and Tobago Carnival delivers one of the most exciting Trinidad event calendars in the Caribbean and beyond. From 1 January through...

Joseph Charles - Tue 30 Dec 2025

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Tresjeur Dedier crowned Miss St. Kitts & Nevis National Queen 2025–2026

Tresjeur Dedier, representing Azul Printers, was crowned Miss St. Kitts & Nevis National Queen after a gruelling and closely contested finals night held at...

Stephanie Coleman - Thu 25 Dec 2025

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Mista David Honoured as Baltimore’s new Soca Ambassador

"This is an outstanding achievement. To be chosen as an ambassador to the community is a powerful responsibility, and the trust placed in Mista David speaks volumes. I...

Stephanie Coleman - Mon 22 Dec 2025

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Problem Child dominates 2025 Vincy Mas Road March with first and second-place wins

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Flava Village: A Cultural Marketplace and Unique Trinbagonian Experience

Shelly Alfred – The Journey Behind the Music

Celebrating Dominican Talent at the 2025 Dominica Music Awards

Government grants TT$50,000 in assistance to Calypsonian Baron

Welcome to the second edition of Tunes on a Tuesday

St. Francois Valley Stars Steel Orchestra wins T&T National Junior Panorama under 20

Patrice Roberts’ “Always Us” free concert happening soon

Saint Lucia’s Bay Gardens Resorts opens first Luxury Beach Front Villas

Tizzy makes her return with new songs ahead of Trinidad Carnival...

Yung Bredda has been nominated for a MOBO Award

New Beacon Books to celebrate 60 years in 2026

Machel montano to defend Chutney Soca Monarch title

NHC Mas Bands reveal their Themes for 2026

Mical Teja delivers a Mas Experience

Welcome to this week’s edition of Tunes on a Tuesday!

Ricardo Drue’s Legacy Lives on Through Posthumous Album MY YEAR!!

Major Lazer and Bunji Garlin drop Bouyon Powered Anthem G.O.A.T.

Kes The Band to Headline Unity Jazz Festival at Lincoln Center

Selector HEMO releases Best of Japanese Soca

Nailah Blackman brings Sokah Origins to Sound Forge for Thank God...

Lady Lava crowned Best Performing Artist of 2025 at Zikomo Africa...

St. Maarten Carnival Foundation issues notice reminding the public of band...

Uber set for Saint Lucia Launch as Taxi Driver Registration Opens

Terri Lyons’ reign continues as she is crowned Queen for a...

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Trinidad Carnival Events 2026: The Ultimate Guide

Tresjeur Dedier crowned Miss St. Kitts & Nevis National Queen 2025–2026

Mista David Honoured as Baltimore’s new Soca Ambassador

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