Soca Chronicles

Sharnz and Arkayo are back from Barbados after celebrating Crop Over! After the dust settled, Arkayo came home with a new nickname. What could it be? We also chat with longtime Bajan artist Sanctuary Vibez on the changing soca scene. This is the Notting Hill Carnival weekend and for anyone who is going: Enjoy! If you like this episode, please help us to get it to a bigger audience by rating, comme...

This episode we welcomed a very special guest; London based DJ Digga D! With years of experience under his belt in the London DJ scene, we talk about the future of Soca. If you like this episode, please help us to get it to a bigger audience by rating, commenting and sharing this episode on your favorite podcast platform. Links: Social media: diggasoca Bakahnal radio: https://bakahnalradio.co.uk/...

We're getting closer to the midyear carnival season! This episode we want to help you prepare. Hosts Sharnz and Arkayo are going to Barbados, so we'll tell you what's hot and what's not! If you like this episode, please help us to get it to a bigger audience by rating, commenting and sharing this episode on your favorite podcast platform. Link: DJ Jel mixes: https://soundcloud....

Ricardo Drue launched his new album 'Happy music'. Why aren't more Soca artists releasing albums? What happens when a big Soca artist releases a song that does not connect with the Soca crowd at all? In our 9th episode, we discuss all of this. In addition, we have a very interesting interview with Rising Soca Star Kulchaman! Let us know what you think of this episode at socachronicl...

Band launches are back! And it only took a few before drama happened!  In this episode we also talk with Bajan Soca artist Stiffy on the ups and downs of his career as an artist. Did you know he had to apply for a visa FOUR times before it was finally approved and he was allowed to perform in the U.S?! Let us know what you think of this episode at socachronicles.com or comment below! Like, share a...

The gates are open! Even though there is enough negativity in the world, carnivals are being announced! Check out what is happening and where, in our extensive summary of upcoming carnivals.  Besides that, we discuss the benefit of collaboration between up and coming soca artists with Simbaarley in our segment "Rising Soca Stars".  Let us know what you think of this episode at socachroni...

In this episode, we visit the rich musical culture of Haiti, where we discuss Kompa Gouyad music and its influence on new Soca. Besides that, we interview up and coming soca artist Kyng Moses in our new segment "Rising Soca Stars". You'll never guess what kept him busy before entering the music scene! Let us know what you think of this episode at socachronicles.com or comment below!...

Happy New Year to you all! We hope 2022 is an amazing year for you! In our first episode of 2022, we discuss an important subject - is it okay to whine with somebody else while you're in a relationship? We invited Aidi & Tjent (who are in a relationship and like soca) on to the podcast to give us their view on this. Check out this episode to find out what they said! Let us know what you t...

The end of the year is here and we have reached the holiday season. In this episode we discuss Parang music and we also have a discussion with the Soca Boss - DJ Jel on why Soca is not mainstream. Do you want to listen to more Parang? Check out DJ Jel's mix here: Parang Mixes . Listen to more on jelinthemix.com . See you in 2022! Let us know what you think of this episode at socachronicles.co...

In this episode, we discuss DJs playing other music genres at a soca fete. In light of Bajan independence on 30th November, we have an awesome and insightful interview with Bajan artist and entrepreneur - Stabby. Be sure to check out his business: https://www.islebevegan.com/ IG: @islebevegan IG: @stabbylive Let us know what you think of this episode by sending us a comment!

Welcome to Episode 2 of Soca Chronicles! In this episode we discuss the first carnival after the start of the world pandemic - Miami Carnival. We also talk about the effects of the pandemic on fetes and talk with one of the biggest producers in the scene today: Deejay Ky. Let us know what you think at socachronicles.com! Tracklists: DJ Ky Riddim Mix (Arkayo) : Machel Montano - High Life (Beach Cha...

A brand new monthly podcast which focuses on everything Soca! In this episode, get to know Sharnz and Arkayo! It also features a groovy mix from Arkayo and a Dennery mix from Sharnz. Groovy mix - Arkayo: 1. Machel Montano - Human (Saint Pepsi Refix) 2. Angela Hunte - Mon Bon Ami 3. Kerwin Du Bois - Unforgettable Feat. Patrice Roberts 4. Voice - Cheers To Life 5. Supa Nytro - Rock (dub)  6. Viking...