A Shot of Soca Podcast

We are back! Happy 2025! In this episode we discuss: New Logo Ultimate Soca Champions Trinidad Killa Machel Montano Chutney Soca Monarch & Tiny Desk 2025 soca - Ones to watch What’s coming up in 2025 Soca Matrix ————————————- Hosts: Annie - / anniiemai_ Supertrini Vibes - / supertrinivibes ——————————— Stay connected with #asospod : IG - / ashotofsoca Twitter - / ashotofsoca TikTok - / ashotofsoca...

In this episode, we had Mike Forbes, band leader of Chocolate Nation Mas and JP, band leader of Abir Mas join us in studio. They give us a true breakdown of what it takes to start a carnival mas band and what is required to have that mas band on the road for carnival. ————————————- #asospod is hosted by: Annie - https://www.instagram.com/anniiemai_/ Supertrinivibes - https://www.instagram.com/supe...

We had Playmas, Goodmuse and Dj Natural Mystics in studio with us to talk about their respective brands and how they’re using to influence soca music and carnival. We also touched on their thoughts of Notting Hill carnival ————————————- #asospod is hosted by: Annie - https://www.instagram.com/anniiemai_/ Supertrinivibes - https://www.instagram.com/supertrinivibes/ ——————————— Stay connected with #...

We had Melstheory, president and CEO of The Strutlab join us in studio. The Strutlab is an inclusive model and media agency that supports, mentors and highlights black talent and creatives. We discussed why she started The Strutlab, what made her fall in love with soca, the Canadian soca scene and her expectations for NHC ————————————- #asospod is hosted by: Annie - https://www.instagram.com/annii...

We had Triple M, Digga D, Carnival Slayers, Gavin DC, Big Bad Tubbs and Lisa join us in studio to give their honest opinions of Notting Hill Carnival 2024 ————————————- #asospod is hosted by: Annie - https://www.instagram.com/anniiemai_/ Supertrinivibes - https://www.instagram.com/supertrinivibes/ ——————————— Stay connected with #asospod: IG - https://www.instagram.com/ashotofsoca/ Twitter - https...

We caught up with Simbaarley, a UK born soca artist who recently moved to Canada to further his career. We discussed the transition into Canadian life, his project with Dj Puffy, what made him fall in love with soca and of course where to catch him for Notting Hill carnival (and much more). ————————————- #asospod is hosted by: Annie - https://www.instagram.com/anniiemai_/ Supertrinivibes - https:/...

We’re back! After a few weeks away we sat down to discuss St Lucia carnival, hurricane Beryl, UK race riots and more Clip referenced in episode: Travel with Zoe X Umpa https://www.instagram.com/reel/C9x6DT-xPB_/?igsh=ZXQxeG41N2ZvdGM3 ————————————- #asospod is hosted by: Annie - https://www.instagram.com/anniiemai_/ Supertrinivibes - https://www.instagram.com/supertrinivibes/ ——————————— Stay conne...

In our latest episode we got Supertrini back and we were joined in studio by Guyanese artist, Pahjo. We discussed his events that he holds here in the UK, his musical journey since coming over to the UK and of course new music. ————————————- #asospod is hosted by: Annie -   / anniiemai_   Supertrinivibes -   / supertrinivibes   ——————————— Stay connected with #asospod : IG -   / ashotofsoca   Twit...

In our latest episode we had Sir influential join Annie as I guess cohost while Supertrini was away. They had the pleasure of being joined by Dj Levels and Bouyon Baby. They discussed everything from commercial soca events vs soca events, when is the right time for dj’s to educate on new soca, DJ Levels started DJ and much much more ————————————- #asospod is hosted by: Annie - https://www.instagra...

In our latest episode we sat down with Ken Youngblood and his daughter Danika, co owners of Fisherman’s Birthday - Family Fun Day celebration in the UK. An event and organisation bringing the cultural celebrations from the Island of Spice, Grenada to the UK. We discussed Grenadian soca, Ken’s history in the Soca Music industry, what to expect at this years event and much more! ————————————- #asosp...

In our latest episode we sat down with Wendy owner of Radiate festival, a grassroots organisation which is self-funded and led by the community. We discussed the challenges of creating and growing a space for the Caribbean Diaspora within London, her journey in Soca and Ibiza Soca Featival. And of course Culture Weekend! ————————————- #asospod is hosted by: Annie -   / anniiemai_   Supertrinivibes...

In our latest episode we sat down with the Credable from Release di Riddim and band owner of D Riddim Tribe. We discussed being a band owner at Notting Hill Carnival, his favourite Caribbean carnival and a carnival in Sierra Leone! (amongst other things). ————————————- #asospod is hosted by: Annie - https://www.instagram.com/anniiemai_/ Supertrinivibes - https://www.instagram.com/supertrinivibes/...

We sat down with the K Lee to get to know him a little better; to understand what inspires his music, how he formed his partnership with producer/DJ Shaker HD and Pahjo and a full run down on Trinidad ————————————- #asospod is hosted by: Annie - https://www.instagram.com/anniiemai_/ Supertrinivibes - https://www.instagram.com/supertrinivibes/ ——————————— Stay connected with #asospod: IG - https://...

We are back for our first episode of the new year and we needed a good catch up! We discussed Trinidad carnival, The ‘Soca Mafia’, Machel Montano and what is in store on the podcast for 2024 ————————————- #asospod is hosted by: Annie -   / anniiemai_   Supertrinivibes -   / supertrinivibes   ——————————— Stay connected with #asospod : IG -   / ashotofsoca   Twitter -   / ashotofsoca   TikTok -   / ...

UK artist and songwriter Ms Desire joined us in the studio to discuss her latests projects ‘Boss Lady’ and ‘’Platonic’ and to discuss how she typically spends Christmas to get us into the festive spirit ————————————- #asospod is hosted by: Annie -   / anniiemai_   Supertrinivibes -   / supertrinivibes   ——————————— Thank you for watching please like and subscribe to Karibe Kulture channel Stay con...

Dj Jel in the mix| Ep 19 We caught up with Dj Jel while he was in London for NHC and we discussed it all - carnivals, his upcoming artists to watch, why it’s important to have a track list for mixes, his sweet carnival memories and much much more ————————————- #asospod is hosted by: Annie - https://www.instagram.com/anniiemai_/ Supertrinivibes - https://www.instagram.com/supertrinivibes/ —————————...

In this episode old school meets new school. We had Soca veteran, artist and promoter Big Bad Tubbs and host/presenter Ruth Amor join us to discuss the UK Soca scene past and present, how we’ve seen it change over the years and how the music has changed with it ————————————- #asospod is hosted by: Annie -   / anniiemai_   Supertrinivibes -   / supertrinivibes   ——————————— Thank you for watching p...

We sat down with Sean and Antony from Creepa Rum Punch, our official drink sponsors to discuss their love of Soca and their fantastic brand ——————————— Thank you for watching please like and subscribe to Karibe Kulture channel ————————————- #asospod is hosted by: Annie - https://www.instagram.com/anniiemai_/ Supertrinivibes - https://www.instagram.com/supertrinivibes/ ____________________ Stay con...

We were joined by LJ and Gemma who are part of the Soca Karaoke team to discuss the concept of this event as we approach their 1st year anniversary. We also touched on the UK soca scene as a whole and what they do individually as Scarlett is a Carnival Model and Lj a videographer and content creator ————————————- #asospod is hosted by: Annie - https://www.instagram.com/anniiemai_/ Supertrinivibes...

Don Calypso and Dynamite | Ep 22 We had two very talented artists join us in the studio. Calypso Don, UK Calypso Monarch winner and Dynamite, an artist from St Vincent and the Grenadines with one of the biggest soca songs over the last few years. We discussed how they got into the music business, what made them fall in love with soca and the plans for the rest of the year and much more ———————————...

Notting Hill Carnival recap| Ep 21 Both Annie and SuperTrini Vibes attended Notting Hill Carnival this year. They both share their view on how they think carnival was this year and rate it out of 10 ————————————- #asospod is hosted by: Annie - https://www.instagram.com/anniiemai_/ Supertrinivibes - https://www.instagram.com/supertrinivibes/ ——————————— Thank you for watching please like and subscr...

Trinidadian Artist Jadel and international dj Lady Drea stopped by Myraid studios to discuss all things Notting Hill Carnival with us. We touched on why they love soca, their expectations for Notting Hill Carnival, navigating being a women in the industry much more ————————————- #asospod is hosted by: Annie - https://www.instagram.com/anniiemai_/ Supertrinivibes - https://www.instagram.com/supertr...

Welcome to Freetown | Ep 18 Freetown Collective stepped into A Shot of Soca with such an energy as they shared their journey as a group and also their connections spiritually and musically with the music they gift us with. From memorable moments to inspired and real content. It was such a delight that we were able to be apart of it. Check it out it will inspire you too ————————————- #asospod is ho...

Old Skool Soca | Ep 17 This episode is all about old skool music. Our guests are telling stories from back in the day and sharing their love for older soca. We are talking Corks, Coceyea, Colours, Soca splash, Soca vs dancehall Stratford Rex, Poison Fete, Dougies, Swiss cottage, Red Eye. ————————————- #asospod is hosted by: Annie - https://www.instagram.com/anniiemai_/ Supertrinivibes - https://ww...