This week, we are talking di tings with Mevon Soodeen, aka XplicitMevon, the multi-award-winning producer, songwriter, and engineer behind some of soca’s most infectious and enduring records. From discovering music as a child to becoming one of the creative forces shaping modern Soca, Mevon shares the long game behind his success: the discipline, dedication, resilience, & instinct required to create music that will transcend generations.

In this episode, Mevon shares his musical influences across Dancehall, Reggae, Hip-Hop, and R&B, and how that musical range informs the way he produces songs. He also shares the methodical process behind major Carnival anthems like Machel Montano’s “Encore” and “Pardy,” “Bad Gal” by Nailah Blackman and Patrice Roberts, “Love On D Road” by Braveboy, and more; revealing how the right collaboration, the right voice, and the right emotional energy can result in a song that resonates globally. 

Mevon also speaks candidly about the importance of protecting your energy in an industry where fake energy, online discourse, and shifting attention can distract from the work, & why consistency, strategic pivots, and relentless hard work over the last 20 years have been instrumental in his success.

This isn’t just a conversation about Soca, it’s a reminder that Caribbean music is not just joyful; it’s intentional, expressive, and deeply cultural. It is crafted in studios, carried by communities, and shared globally as living history.

This episode is truly a masterclass in Caribbean music production, and a rare look behind the scenes at how your favourite Soca hits are intentionally created. So grab your tea, coffee, or a glass of wine, & let’s talk di tings!