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It’s Nomination time for the 2024 Black British Theatre Awards

The UK’s only event celebrating the outstanding achievements and contributions of black artists to the nation’s vibrant and dynamic theatre industry, the Black British...

Dunstan Creavalle - Tue 04 Jun 2024

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The theme is Green for this year’s Barking & Dagenham Carnival

On Saturday 13 July the Barking & Dagenham Carnival will once again take over the Barking Town Square in East London. Guests of all...

Joseph Charles - Mon 03 Jun 2024

News Travel

England Awaits: Essential Travel Tips for Caribbean Visitors

We often write about travelling to the Caribbean, but on this occasion, we thought we would write about travelling from the sunny islands of...

ggoodis - Sun 02 Jun 2024

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World Guyanese Congress launches British chapter

The World Guyanese Congress (WGC) has launched a British chapter, The British Guyanese Congress. The WGC, as an organisation, seeks to proactively strengthen the global community through...

Dunstan Creavalle - Sun 02 Jun 2024

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St. Kitts Music Festival Update – Meet The Artists

The 2024 edition of the St. Kitts Music Festival will be held from 27 to 29 June. This much-anticipated annual event brings together global...

Soca News Staff - Fri 31 May 2024

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Anguilla’s 50th Summer Festival will be a Celebrated Reunion

The organisers of the 50th edition of Anguilla Summer Festival, themed The Family Reunion are calling all revellers from around the world to join...

Radeya Osman - Thu 23 May 2024

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Miss Caribbean UK entry deadline extended, and age limit raised

Time is running out to enter this year’s Miss Caribbean UK (MCUK). You (or someone you know), have until Saturday 1 June 2024, to...

Dunstan Creavalle - Wed 22 May 2024

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Terri Lyons spotted on an episode of Spotlight Caribbean

Terri Lyons, multifaceted soca songstress and entrepreneur, recently gave an exclusive interview on the latest episode of Spotlight Caribbean with host Melly Rose. In the...

Radeya Osman - Mon 20 May 2024

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Nailah Blackman celebrates 500k Milestone On Instagram

Trinidadian musician Nailah Blackman has achieved a significant social-media milestone by amassing 500k followers on Instagram. This is a testament to her soaring popularity...

Radeya Osman - Mon 20 May 2024

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Luton takes the first step in achieving a green Community by...

The 48th edition of Luton International Carnival is drawing near, and expectations are becoming palpable as the organisers promise to continue their culture of...

Radeya Osman - Sun 19 May 2024

News

A Folk Festival and everything Guyanese

This year’s Guyana Folk Festival will be extra special, scheduled for the same day as Guyana’s 58th Independence Day, Sunday 26 May. Held at Oasis Academy in...

Dunstan Creavalle - Sat 18 May 2024

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BAFTA Fellowship for Baroness Floella Benjamin

At the 2024 British Academy Television Awards ceremony, which took place at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall on Sunday 12 May, Baroness Floella...

Dunstan Creavalle - Fri 17 May 2024

News

Its a Wrap for the 2024 Saint Lucia Jazz and Arts...

The 2024 edition of the Saint Lucia Jazz and Arts Festival came to a triumphant close last weekend. This year’s festival featured an eclectic mix...

Radeya Osman - Fri 17 May 2024

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Preston Caribbean Carnival celebrating 50 years

The Preston Caribbean Carnival, a hallmark of the Preston area, is gearing up for its monumental 50th anniversary celebration, promising a unique and unforgettable...

Radeya Osman - Thu 16 May 2024

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NCF Barbados releases 50 years of Crop Over jingle

The National Cultural Foundation (NCF) Barbados has launched a new jingle titled I Love Crop Over, So Sweet! De Festival We Love! to celebrate...

Radeya Osman - Fri 10 May 2024

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Ayl’lan offers a glimpse into Bunji’s psyche

Trinidadian soca superstar Bunji Garlin, one of the leading artists in the ragga soca movement, latest album release is Ayl’lan. He describes Ayl’lan as a...

Soca News Staff - Fri 10 May 2024

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Rupee has Trust Issues

Bajan soca artist Rupee (Rupert Clarke) has released his newest single, Trust Issues. The Tempted To Touch singer, who has gained recognition for his sultry...

Radeya Osman - Fri 10 May 2024

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Triniboi Joocie is bringing the Whining Parish to City Splash

Triniboi Joocie, soca artist, songwriter, musician, and producer, is set to perform alongside other international artists at the fourth edition of City Splash themed...

Radeya Osman - Mon 29 Apr 2024

News

It’s much Deeper Than Soca

Some may know him as the real MVP or for bringing Pandemonium on the road or simply as Sedale. Sedale Simei is a musical powerhouse...

Annel Beausoleil - Fri 26 Apr 2024

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New Saint Lucian music so get familiar

The Saint Lucian Carnival Season is now open, and of course, carnival is incomplete without the sweet sounds of Soca music. Artists have put...

Annel Beausoleil - Wed 17 Apr 2024

News

Sean Paul and Kes team up for 2024 Cricket World Cup...

Soca superstar Kes and Grammy Award-winning artiste Sean Paul are jointly working on an official anthem for this year’s ICC Men’s T20 World Cup....

Radeya Osman - Wed 17 Apr 2024

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Where beats meet the track: Exploring the vibrant connection between horse...

Imagine the heart-pounding thrill of the horse racing irish grand national merging with the lively rhythms of Caribbean music. This blend isn't as far-fetched as it...

ggoodis - Tue 16 Apr 2024

News

Flake Bake makes a big impression on Channel 4 show

An independent, family-run wholesale bakery in Peckham, South London, producing authentic Jamaican patties, has landed a life-changing contract with supermarket Aldi. The supermarket will...

Dunstan Creavalle - Mon 15 Apr 2024

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Saint Lucia Carnival 2024 promises to be unforgettable

Last Thursday, 4 April, all eyes were focused on Saint Lucia at the media launch for Saint Lucia Carnival 2024. The event featured a welcoming...

Annel Beausoleil - Wed 10 Apr 2024

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Kes the Band makes a bold statement with new Album “Man...

Long-time soca band sensation Kes the Band released a new album called Man With No Door on Friday 29 March. The sixteen-track Long Play...

Mon 08 Apr 2024

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Vincymas blows its trumpet at Trinidad Carnival

As Trinidad and Tobago Carnival drew to a close, Vincymas ambassadors pitched tent at various venues to engage with revellers. The promotional programme was...

Soca News Staff - Wed 03 Apr 2024

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Great Expectations for the St. Kitts & Nevis Patriots

In August 2024, St. Kitts will welcome the vibe and excitement of the annual Caribbean Premier League T20 (CPLT20) cricket tournament from 23 to...

Soca News Staff - Wed 03 Apr 2024

Carnival News

Notting Hill Carnival Band Launch Schedule – April 2024

With just five months to go to Notting Hill Carnival, 2024, the launches are coming thick and fast, and March has been a busy...

Joseph Charles - Tue 02 Apr 2024

News

Preston Carnival toasts its 50th birthday with a Golden Gin

When the West Indian community in Preston decided to hold an event to remind them of carnivals back home in the Caribbean, they surely...

Stephen Spark - Tue 26 Mar 2024

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Jadel says, Don’t Be Mistaken with second album

Trinidadian songstress Jadel is taking her listeners on an auditory journey with her new album, Don't Be Mistaken. The album, a testament to the growth...

Radeya Osman - Thu 21 Mar 2024

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Atlanta welcomes 38th Annual Caribbean Carnival with focus on Trinidad and Tobago

It’s Nomination time for the 2024 Black British Theatre Awards

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Anguilla’s 50th Summer Festival will be a Celebrated Reunion

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Terri Lyons spotted on an episode of Spotlight Caribbean

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Luton takes the first step in achieving a green Community by...

A Folk Festival and everything Guyanese

BAFTA Fellowship for Baroness Floella Benjamin

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Preston Caribbean Carnival celebrating 50 years

NCF Barbados releases 50 years of Crop Over jingle

Ayl’lan offers a glimpse into Bunji’s psyche

Rupee has Trust Issues

Triniboi Joocie is bringing the Whining Parish to City Splash

It’s much Deeper Than Soca

New Saint Lucian music so get familiar

Sean Paul and Kes team up for 2024 Cricket World Cup...

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Flake Bake makes a big impression on Channel 4 show

Saint Lucia Carnival 2024 promises to be unforgettable

Kes the Band makes a bold statement with new Album “Man...

Vincymas blows its trumpet at Trinidad Carnival

Great Expectations for the St. Kitts & Nevis Patriots

Notting Hill Carnival Band Launch Schedule – April 2024

Preston Carnival toasts its 50th birthday with a Golden Gin

Jadel says, Don’t Be Mistaken with second album

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