A Shot of Soca” is a London based Caribbean podcast for Caribbean people by Caribbean people, but also for those who are soca enthusiasts to discuss the international soca music industry. We wanted to create a platform to unite all parts of the Caribbean community, domestically and intentionally, and to provide a platform to showcase the talent that is within the our community.
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DJ Stylah along with his co-hosts talks with various artists in the music industry and takes a deep dive into their life and ends with them performing some of their songs and also taking part in the Riddim Coaster, will they roll wid it or fall off?
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The Real Deal Podcast is an edutainment podcast taking a whistle stop tour through the lives of different guests from all walks of life. Hosted by psychotherapist & creative entrepreneur Alexis Alexander, the conversation also takes us into audience dilemmas and news stories.
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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). ————————————-#asospod is hosted by: Annie - https://www.in…
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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.ins…
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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 wit…
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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 ————————————- #…
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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 th…
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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 ho…
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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_/ Supertriniv…
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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/ —————…
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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…
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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 subs…
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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 - ht…
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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 - / supertriniv…
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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…
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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 - http…
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Don Calypso and Dynamite | Ep 22We 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 f…
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Notting Hill Carnival recap| Ep 21Both 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/———————————T…
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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_/Sup…
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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…
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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.inst…
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Dear Promoter On this episode we pose the question how do the larger staple events in the UK soca scene grow and keep their core soca lovers? We also touch on where social media platforms have a duty to represent the culture in a positive light ————————————-#asospod is hosted by: Annie - https://www.instagram.com/anniiemai_/Supertri…
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On this episode Sundivas joined us on the sofas to discuss navigating the music industry as female artists and shared their thoughts on how women are depicted within soca music. We discussed spontaneous Trinidad soca monarch performances with Olatunji and the transition as dancers to vocalists. They shared their favourite soca songs with us as well…
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15. A Shot of Soca Podcast - Secrets of Triniboi Jooice
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In his first interview since The Voice we had the absolute pleasure to sit down with Triniboi Jooice to talk about his latest projects, The Voice and sweat rice (if you know you know!) HostsAnnie - https://www.instagram.com/anniiemai_/Supertrinivibes - https://www.instagram.com/supertriniv...We can be found on the following social media and audio p…
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14. A Shot of Soca Podcast - What the Dennery?
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A Shot of Soca Podcast Ep 14 - What the Dennery? Dennery segment is the sound of St Lucia that is making waves across the world. We sat down with producer and song writer Cold Chizzle, host/dj Shyboy, artist DBoy and Dj lightening (of course all Lucian) to discuss the origins of Dennery Segment and whether they believe it was a sound that would las…
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13. Are you looking after your metal health?
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A Shot of Soca: Ep14 - Are you looking after your metal health? It’s Mental Health Awareness Week 15th - 21st May. With the increase in mental health issues amongst the Caribbean diaspora, in particular young black men we thought it was important to have a conversation about this issue. We sat down with Dr. Yansie Rolston and Alex Holmes and spoke …
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A Shot of Soca: Trending You’ve been talking about it so now we’re talking about it. Can a whine just be a whine? Or are you risk the wife, House and kids to whine on a bumpa? Here our thoughts on Chance the Rapper catching a whine at Jamaica carnival HostsAnnie - https://www.instagram.com/anniiemai_/Supertrinivibes - https://www.instagram.com/supe…
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A Shot of Soca Podcast Ep 12 - It’s all about the music So we’re called A Shot of Soca but we really had to pause and think . . . where is the music??!So for this episode we sat down with 3 special guests, guests like you or I, true masqueraders from different walks of life but the love of soca is what unites us. HostsAnnie - https://www.instagram.…
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A Shot of Soca Podcast Ep 11 - Zess in the UK Zess was birthed in Trinidad but has firmly planted its roots across the Caribbean as its rapidly growing as a popular genre of music. As people from the Caribbean diaspora there’s no surprise we are seeing a growing scene in London for UK Zess. We sat down with Batch, Dj Bradshaw and Nie to discuss the…
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A Shot of Soca Podcast Ep 10 - Trinidad carnival 2023 recapEven though we weren’t there for carnival this year, we had the pleasure of sitting down with somebody who was, Vanisha. She is a designer, band, leader, and co-founder of Rebel International and she gave us her take of Trinidad carnival this year and her plans for NHC and the rest of 2023.…
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We are back for 2023! And we have some surprises for you!! We would like to introduce Super Trini Vibes as our new permanent host alongside Annie. We are bringing you something a little different this year. Not only will we be discussing our culture and history and of course sweet sweet soca but we’re switching it up with more lifestyle content dis…
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Episode 4: Matt Aka The Black Therapist
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Real Deal Show Episode With your host Alexis Alexander (@rastabarbie84)This week we talk to Matthew (@theblacktherapist) who is a Wellbeing Counsellor and Addictions Practitioner.Join Alexis as they talk all things therapy, Black therapy and Monday Morning Moments. We tackle your #realdealdilemmas on the show. This week, we discuss should your husb…
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Episode 3: Quincy Medwynter Du Vallon Lohan
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Real Deal Show Episode With your host Alexis Alexander (@rastabarbie84)This week we talk to Quincy Medwynter Du Vallon Lohan (@you_in_the_room) who is a Transformational Life Coach, singer and vogue-featured writer. Join Alexis as they talk all things yoga, coaching as well as touching on Quincys’ experiences living with hyperemesis gravidarum (HG)…
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Real Deal Show Episode 2With your host Alexis Alexander (@rastabarbie84)This week we talk to Tye Biswas (@tye_one) Spirits & Brand consultant and immersive events experience curator. Tye is personal bartender to many celebrities as well as National and international brands. Join Alexis as they talk all things flavours, brands and ‘debentures’. We t…
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Real Deal Show Episode 1 With your host Alexis Alexander (@rastabarbie84) This week we talk to Dapo Adeola (@dapsdraws) award winning illustrator, author and artist! Dapo has risen to literary fame over the past 4 years, but this was not an "overnight success" by any means. Join Alexis as they talk all things books, art and life! We tackle your #re…
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A Shot of Soca Podcast Ep 8 - Who the hell are you?We realised we really jumped in front of a camera and started bringing our friends and some really talented people in the soca scene to share their views on the UK Soca Scene and soca as a whole. But did we introduce ourselves?! As we are Caribbeans (who were raised with manners), let’s take a step…
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A Shot of Soca Podcast Ep7 - Guests Supertrinivibes & Cold ChizzleDiscussingIntroJamaica officially bands all music which glorifies drugs use Influence on dancehall culture in the Caribbean Trinibad and the association to gun violence Could the rest of the Caribbean be following this direction with people like Travis World saying Artist should be a…
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6. Burna Boy Notting Hill Carnival road march winner?
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A Shot of Soca Podcast Ep6 - Burna Boy Notting Hill Carnival road march winner?Guests Martin Jay Dj BK Discussing Nottinghill Carnival feedback Should afrobeats be played at carnival? Is soca becoming to vulgar? Triniboi Jooice passing The Voice audition Can soca become mainstream and remain authentic? Is Mr Killa King of Soca? We are also on the f…
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5. Notting Hill Carnival Review & Deejay Dee Interview
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Ep5 is out now ‼️ @lexlionofficial and @anniiemai_ sat down with @deejaydee.uk for his first interview and they definitely got into it. They discussed - Thoughts on NHC carnival - Lack of unity in the UK soca scene amongst DJ’s and promotor - Supporting black owned businesses - NHC vs international carnivals As well as finding out…
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4. Notting Hill Carnival preview featuring Sir Influential
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💥💥Episode 4 is out now 💥💥 @sirinfluential sits down with Annie & Lex Lion to discuss up and coming Notting Hill Carnival and International carnivals while we learn a little bit about the man himself. • • Games ✅️ News ✅️ Special Guests ✅️ Vibes ✅️ It's all happening and a whole lot more 😍 • Hit the link in @shotofsoca bio to c…
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3. Mens Mental Health, Merzy & Terrah Dan
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@merzysoca and @terrahofficial joined us to talk about the importance of discussing men’s mental health, whether Shenseea really did teef Ms Belfon's song and people who don’t like soca • • Games ✅️ News ✅️ Event Calendar ✅️ Special Guests ✅️ Vibes ✅️ It's all happening and a whole lot more 😍 • Hit the link in @shotofsoca bio …
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In Episode 2, The Shot of Soca team celebrated ST Lucia's independence in style, with three talented St Lucia artists @cooyah_fyah_music @prostyle758 @dhirv2funny, discussing various topics. The Brand New Soca Podcast Brought To You By: @MasMustPlay @karibeKulture @LexLionOfficial • Games ✅️ News ✅️ Events Calendar ✅️ Special Guests ✅️ Vibes ✅️ And…
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This is the first episode of A Shot Of Soca, get to know Lex, Annie and Karibe kulture and the format of the show moving forward.By Karibe Kulture
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Episode 4: Lawd Gad interview & performance
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Episode 3: SeSe Foster interview & performance
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Episode 2: Yung Bredda & DJ Hotty interview & performance
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Episode 1: D’Yani & IQ interview & performance
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DJ Stylah and his co-host Ms Legendary talk with D'yani and IQ for the first in a new series of Stylah Ah TalkBy karibekulture
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