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Ding Dong releases two new songs ahead of Tobago Carnival 2025 

Soca artist and DJ Ding Dong (Andre Holder) has released two new songs ahead of Tobago Carnival 2025, with plans for more leading into Trinidad …
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Skinny Fabulous sparks excitement with new single ‘Find Out’

Soca artist Skinny Fabulous (Gamal Doyle) is gearing up for a thrilling Carnival season by releasing his high-energy new single, Find Out. Set to...

100 Days to Trinidad Carnival 2025: The Countdown Begins!

The excitement is building as we officially kick off our 100-day countdown to Trinidad Carnival 2025! From today, 23 November, the journey to March...

Pantha

Meet the dynamic, high-energy, electrifying nine-time Road March Champion of Anguilla Pantha (Lanvol Hughes).  Pantha began his musical journey at 16 in the early '90s...

Nessa Preppy is Little Miss Arima in new album release

Bursting onto the soca scene from the vibrant town of Arima, Trinidad and Tobago, Nessa Preppy has cemented her name as one of soca’s...

Tunes On A Tuesday – Edition 1

Here is the first of many Tunes on a Tuesday. It is our weekly listing of new Soca tracks that have made their way...

The CMMC discusses the way forward for Lucian carnival music

On Tuesday 12 November, the Msgr. Patrick Anthony Folk Research Centre (FRC), in collaboration with the Carnival Music Management Committee (CMMC), held a symposium...
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Hurry to catch Flamboyan’s spectacular Carnival Arts Retrospective

There’s still time to catch an impressive display of carnival costumes presented by Flamboyan Community Association in collaboration with the Carnival Arts & Mas...

How Caribbean music at Caribbean carnivals in the UK keeps history...

You may not know this, but the United Kingdom has a thriving British Caribbean community. Thousands of people migrate from the Caribbean to the...

Soca stars to shine in desert sky at Dubai’s Caribbean Carnival

King of Soca Machel Montano will bring the Caribbean’s finest music to Dubai next month when he shares headlining honours with dancehall supremo Beenie...

Sugar and spice and all things nice in St. Kitts

Why go to St. Kitts? It’s just a tiny speck in the Caribbean Sea – less than half the size of the Isle of...

Machel Montano earns Master’s Degree in Carnival Studies

Trinidadian soca legend Machel Montano has achieved another milestone by earning a Master of Arts Degree in Carnival Studies from the University of Trinidad...

Tobago Carnival honours legend Calypso Rose

The organisers of Tobago Carnival 2024 honoured the legendary Calypso Rose, paying tribute to her incredible contributions to Calypso music and Caribbean culture. In...

Shakyrah Davis is Miss Caribbean UK 2024

Shakyrah Davis, who represented Antigua & Barbuda at the 10th anniversary of the competition, is the 2024 Miss Caribbean UK. The 26-year-old was well-supported...

Vincy Alliance Mas ushers in change for Notting Hill Carnival 2025

Long-time participant of Notting Hill Carnival, Vincy Alliance Mas, has announced an exciting transformation. As of 2025, the established mas band will be known...

Verse claims Tobago Soca Crown

Jaheim Thomas, known as Verse, has claimed the prestigious title of Tobago Soca Titans champion, bringing fresh energy to the island's soca music scene.  On...
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All Eyes on the Prize at Miss Caribbean UK 2024

Ashley Joseph and Ashlea Jade Akinwumi will be hosting this Saturday’s Miss Caribbean UK (MCUK), whilst the judging team includes MCUK patron Dr Shaun...

Machel receives The Entertainer’s Key to New York City

Soca sensation Machel Montano has received the keys to New York City at Roy Wilkins Park in Queens, New York. Mayor Eric Adams presented the...

Steelpan conquers Cowley Road Carnival!

Hopes were high but feelings were uncertain as Oxford’s much-loved carnival returned to the road on 1 September 2024. Forecasters warned of storms; gloom-mongers...

Famalay – 2025 conference will make carnival connections in Trinidad

It’s been decided! After months of planning, the 11th International Carnival Conference will take place in Trinidad from Wednesday 6 to Friday 8 March...

Hackney Carnival 2024 Results

Here are the results of this year's Hackney Carnival, held on Sunday, 22 September 2024. The next instalment of Hackney Carnival is scheduled for...

What’s on – October 2024

October is Black History Month in the UK and Kweyol month in Saint Lucia. On our list, there are a few events that mark...

Saint Lucia to celebrate Julien Alfred Day on 27 September

On September 16, 2024, Saint Lucia’s Parliament approved the Julien Alfred Day Bill, establishing September 27 2024, as a public holiday to honour Julien...

Rudolph Walker’s Birthday Book Launch

Has there been any other Caribbean-born actor who has had such a prominent presence on British TV screens over the past six decades than...

Miss Caribbean UK to Celebrate 10th Anniversary.

Miss Caribbean UK, the leading platform for celebrating beauty, intelligence, and cultural diversity, is excited to announce its 10th Anniversary celebration in 2024. Since...
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Soca News guide to Hackney Carnival 2024

Hackney Carnival 2024 is set to return to its roots on Sunday 22 September with a family-focused parade. Celebrating the rich cultural diversity of...

The 24th World Creole Music Festival is back this October

The 24th edition of the World Creole Music Festival (WCMF) will be held from Friday, 25 to Sunday 27 October, at the Windsor Park...

Behind the Beat: The Rise of Soca Music in Casino Entertainment

Soca music has evolved from its Caribbean roots to become a global phenomenon. In recent years, it has found a unique place within casino...

Medical Cannabis use is expanding in the UK

Medical cannabis patients are encountering a growing selection of reliable, trustworthy and experienced cannabis distributors online. These businesses provide their site visitors with a...

From Kingston to the World: The Rise of Caribbean Sprinting

The Caribbean is a region known for its rich culture, beautiful landscapes, and notably great contributions to athletics. Through the years, Caribbean sprinters have...

Saint Lucia to host inaugural consumer event in London

The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority is knuckling down on all angles to host its first-ever dedicated consumer event in London on Saturday 14 September,...
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