In this episode of A Shot of Soca, we’re celebrating St. Lucia’s Independence (February 22nd) with none other than DJ Colayshan, straight out of 758!

We dive into:

How St. Lucians celebrate Independence Day – traditions, vibes & patriotism.

The unique sounds of St. Lucia – from Dennery Segment to Zouk.

Lucian food – what’s on the menu for an authentic St. Lucian experience?

Julian Alfred – St. Lucia’s olympic medalist making waves on the world stage!

St. Lucian artists to watch – who’s running the music scene?

If you love Lucian culture, music, and vibes, this episode is for you! Watch now and celebrate 758 with us! 🇱🇨💙

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Hosts:

🎙 Annie - @anniiemai_

🎙 Supertrini Vibes - @supertrinivibes

Special Guest:

🎧 DJ Colayshan - @colayshan

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#StLuciaIndependence #758Vibes #DennerySegment #LucianSoca #JulianAlfred #SocaMusic #LucianCulture #AShotOfSoca

In this episode of A Shot of Soca, we sat down with the incredibly talented Ms So Sweet, Anika Berry, to talk about her journey as a soca artist and the progress she’s made since we last connected at Ibiza Soca 2023!

We dive into:

🌟 Her growth as an artist – How far she’s come since Ibiza Soca 2023.

🏆 Becoming a semi-finalist in Ultimate Soca Champion – Her first-ever soca competition experience.

💪 Staying motivated – The mindset and drive it takes to push forward in the soca industry.

Anika’s passion for soca is undeniable, and her journey is just getting started! Watch now to hear her story. ————————————-

Hosts:

🎙 Annie - @anniiemai_

🎙 Supertrini Vibes - @supertrinivibesSpecial

Guest:

🎤 Ankia Berry - @anikaberry_

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#AnikaBerry #UltimateSocaChampion #SocaMusic #trinidadcarnival #CaribbeanCulture #SocaArtist #AShotOfSoca #asospod

In this special episode of A Shot of Soca, we sat down with the Soca Boss himself, DJ Jel, at Paparazzi Carnival Mas Camp in Port of Spain, Trinidad!

We covered it all:

🏆 Road March Contenders – Who’s taking the crown in 2025?

🎶 Soca 2025 – Are female soca artists bringing the same heat as the men this year?

💃 Jus’ So Fete & Trending Hits – What’s running the fetes, radio and the songs that will be running the road🔥 Trinidad Killa Bacchanal – The tricks he’s missing when using his platform.

🏅 Ultimate Soca Champion – The impact of the new competition on the soca scene.Get the inside scoop on what’s making waves this carnival season! Don’t miss this one!

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Hosts:

🎙 Annie - @anniiemai_

🎙 Supertrini Vibes - @supertrinivibesGuests:

🎙 DJ Jel - @Jelinthemix

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#DJJel #RoadMarch2025 #SocaMusic #TrinidadCarnival #UltimateSocaChampion #TrinidadKilla #FemaleSocaArtists #TrendingFetes #AShotOfSoca

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

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Hosts: Annie - / anniiemai_

Supertrini Vibes - / supertrinivibes

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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.

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 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 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

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#asospod is hosted by:

Annie - https://www.instagram.com/anniiemai_/

Supertrinivibes - https://www.instagram.com/supertrinivibes/

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A Shot of Soca is a Karibe Kulture Production and recorded at Myraid Studio

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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).