Di Soca Analysts

On this episode, we talk with Klassic Frescobar. Klassik's blend of Jamaican Dancehall influence fused into Soca & Calypso sound is the perfect mix. His commanding high energy vocals with the sweet soca vibe creates a unique style that is radiant. Klassik Frescobar's musical influence began in the early ‘90s in his hometown of Kingston, Jamaica in the Constant Spring Gardens area. After getting a hold of his mother's cassette player and hearing early tunes from Bounty Killa, Sean Paul and Beanie Man his mind was committed to music. After migrating to the Bronx in New York, Klassik spent most of his time creating rap music but stayed close to his roots by attending local Dancehall parties. Throughout that time he built relationships with local DJs and producers including the Jamaican born Brooklyn native Ricky Blaze. In 2014 Klassik would migrate to Miami where he would work closely with Guyanese rapper Red Cafe who would introduce him to local DJs and party scenes. After hard work and deliberation Klassik made a name in the Miami Soca scene with records “Boom” , “Bee Sting” & “Chair” His current viral record "Looking Good" on the "Code Red Riddim", facilitated the #LookingGoodChallenge which garnered over three million Twitter and TikTok views respectively. The challenge promotes dancers from around the world to record themselves dancing to the song . Since then Klassik has released bigger records such as “Like Dat Remix” featuring GBM Nutron, “Whoopsy” featuring Boidingo and “Too Much” with Marzville.

Welcome to The DSA Podcast by Di Soca Analyst (DSA). Our guest today is Adrian Dutchin, one of Guyana's top soca artists. Born the first of six, Adrian Dutchin first appeared on the scene in 1998 as part of the group "Seven." He was the lead singer of the group for four years before venturing into music on his own, and was signed to Kross Kolor records by Burchmore Simon. Adrian continued to work on his music and eventually came out on top in several competitions in Guyana - the Road March, twice, and once with Chris Wilson for the song "Buxton Spice." He also made a name for himself in the Soca Monarch competition, winning three titles to-date. After winning the Road March in 2006 Adrian became a member of "X2 (Times Two)". He recorded with Kross Kolor Records and he was subsequently drafted by renown Bajan band Krosfyah as one of their lead singers. Dutchin sees all this as his opportunity to work hard to "keep the flag flying." Adrian has graced the shores of several countries, including the USA, England, Canada, St. Lucia, Antigua, Barbados, Grenada, St. Lucia, St. Vincent, Turks and Caicos, St. Maarten and St. Croix. He has performed with most of the big names in soca such as Rupee, Machel Montano, Alison Hinds, Edwin Yearwood, Peter Ram, Destra, Shurwayne Winchester and Iwer George. He has also worked with people such as Jumo Primo of Byron Lee's Dragonaires, Terry Gadraj and the Hit Man.

Welcome to The DSA Podcast by Di Soca Analyst (DSA). Our guests today are Blackie "The Soca Influencer, DJ JEL and Gino. This one really is more like a lime/hangout for real. Blackie (@blackie97) is a social media influencer best known for speaking his thoughts on Soca music, Carnival festivals, and Caribbean culture. DJ JEL is an International Soca DJ. Known for his tagline, “The Soca Boss,” DJ JEL is focused on his mission to take soca music global. DJ JEL is a Trinbagonian with roots in Couva (Central Trinidad). Gino is extremely passionate about Caribbean culture, Carnival culture, Soca and more. He aims to utilize technology to modernize the various aspects of the Caribbean Mas and music industry. He is also part of of the Pleasures Mas band team.

Welcome to The DSA Podcast by Di Soca Analyst (DSA). Our guest today is DJ JEL. DJ JEL is an International Soca DJ. Known for his tagline, “The Soca Boss,” DJ JEL is focused on his mission to take soca music global. DJ JEL is a Trinbagonian with roots in Couva (Central Trinidad). His performance style sets him apart as he incorporates music that isn't always in the popular rotation. DJ JEL has shared his love for soca music in various stages across the globe including cities such as Port of Spain, Bridgetown, Sydney, London, Miami, New York, Toronto, Edmonton and Houston to name a few. DJ JEL has opened for acts such as Nadia Batson, Skinny Fabulous, Lyrikal, Voice, Kes, and Adam O. DJ JEL mixes reaches 17 million streaming users via Apple, Soundcloud, Google Podcasts, Tune In & Jelinthemix.com. DJ JEL has one of the most popular mix series that reaches a wide audience across North America, the Caribbean, Asia and Europe.

Welcome to The DSA Podcast by Di Soca Analyst (DSA). Join Rich, Ash and Savanah, as they share their thoughts on 2024 Trinidad Carnival from Soaka weekend all the way to Ash Wednesday.   Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/disocaanalysts Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@disocaanalysts

Welcome to The DSA Podcast by Di Soca Analyst (DSA). Join Rich of DSA and Savanah of The Vibe Tribe Experience as they share their thoughts on 2024 Soca music released so far. Get really into the longevity of Soca music, and receive some insight on visiting Trinidad for Soaka weekend.

Recapping Miami Carnival 2021, some of our fav fetes, parties, and more.  Join us for the discussion #DSAPodcast  

Miami Carnival 2021 is back on and we're talking some expectations, music and more.    Join us for the discussion #DSAPodcast 

From Trinidad & Tobago

With 'Soca Entaglements' gaining alot of attention we are getting to know more about NY based Soca Artist Leonce We will be getting into her journey so far and her new music video which is droped last week.     Join the conversation on Twitter #DSAPodcast 

Nessa Preppy, straight out of Trinidad & Tobago

An incredibly talented NYC based artist, Wildfire has been bringing us amazing music for over 10 years. He's a crusader of NYC soca & has taken his music through the islands. With his latest release, Ride or Die, we get a nice groovy feel for 2021. Take a listen now. 

We go in depth with Teddyson John

Setting the vibes for Christmas, prominent parang soca artist Kiegs touches on the state of parang, soca parang and more. We learn about his start as a soca parang artist and some of the challenges he faced along the way. 

He's looking for cup!, Yankey Boy

The Caribbean Queen, Alison Hinds was with us for this week's #LetsTalkSoca. She's best known for hits like "Faluma," "Iron Bazodee" "Aye Aye Aye," and more. She's soca royalty and paved the way for many women in the Caribbean entertainment industry. We're caught up with her to talk Square One Days, her latest release "West Indian" and much more.   Join the discussion on Twitter: #DSAPodcast 

We're talking to Olatunji Yearwood. Best known for winning the 2015 Groovy International Soca Monarch and contestant on the popular UK competition, X-Factor. We're catching up with him to discuss future projects and his latest singles. #DSAPodcast 

Off of his success with "Captain," we check in with soca artiste and videographer, Hey Choppi. Hey Choppi already has three new soca releases for 2021. Grab some rum, rock back and enjoy the vibes!  Don't forget to join the discussion using #DSAPodcast. 

Special guest Jadel

Mourning the loss of Trinidad Carnival 2021, special guest Preedy

The 2020 Groovy International Soca Monarch Winner, College Boy Jesse is our special guest. He's talking his career, songs he wrote and the current state of soca music. Keep in mind that, this interview taken from Instagram LIVE. Which included a LIVE chat. Join the conversation on Twitter using #DSAPodcast DiSocaAnalysts.com

Hailing from the beautiful island of St. Lucia, is Big Z. She's a mas band director, events coordinator, lawyer and now an executive producer. She's giving us the full run down behind her latest producer, the Big Mood Riddim. Keep in mind that, this interview taken from Instagram LIVE. Which included a LIVE chat. DiSocaAnalysts.com

Hailing from the beautiful island of Grenada is the young and talented V'ghn. He's responsible for hits like "Trouble In the Morning" and "Soca Nice." We're taking a deeper dive into his career and views on the soca music industry.    Interview taken from Instagram LIVE. Which included a LIVE chat.    We teamed up with soca lifestyle brand, Live Love Soca for a new segment called Let's Talk Soca. This segment is where we get the views of soca artists, producers, writers and DJs.  Join the discussion on Twitter. #DSAPodcast

He's the Trinbagonian behind your favorite soca hits like the Antilles Riddim, Osaka Riddim, The Fog and Fast Wine.  We teamed up with soca lifestyle brand, Live Love Soca for a new segment called Let's Talk Soca. This segment is where we get the views of soca artists, producers, writers and DJs. Join the discussion on Twitter. #DSAPodcast

Bahamian soca star Wendi talks about her career, the importance of women in the industry and her latest singles "Walk Out" and "Weakness."  Audio taken from our IG Live with Wendi. Part of our Let's Talk Soca Series on Live Love Soca. 

Problem Child, the Vincy Bad Boy talks about his career, and the launch of his EP, The Vaccine. This is audio from an IG Live, this new segment is called Let's Talk Soca where we get the views of soca artists, producers, writers and DJs. 

We recently teamed up with soca lifestyle brand, Live Love Soca. This new segment is called Let's Talk Soca where we get the views of soca artists, producers, writers and DJs. Erphaan Alves is our special guest and Richie interviews him to learn more about soca global. 

On this episode, we examine the roots of Indo-Caribbean history and discuss Indentureship in the Caribbean. Our special guest is Dr. Darrell G. Baksh from the University of the West Indies St. Augustine.    Join us on the discussion on Twitter at #DSAPodcast.

On this episode, we catch inside the quarantine. Discussing Lilly Singh's recent video, soca releases during COVID and some of our favorite carnivals that were cancelled.  Join us on the discussion on Twitter at #DSAPodcast.  

On this episode, we recap our Trinidad & Tobago carnival experience. From the all inclusive fetes to the final Machel Monday, find out what our experience was like for the greatest show on earth.. Trinidad & Tobago Carnival 2020. Join us on the discussion on Twitter at #DSAPodcast. 

On this episode, we cover Strength of a Woman by Patrice Roberts. A concert that is held every Carnival Thursday. Patrice Roberts and friends perform, we had the chance to check in with some of the best artists in the industry. Join us on the discussion on Twitter at #DSAPodcast. 

On this episode, we discuss identity as it pertains to being West Indian/Caribbean. We welcome our special guest Gino, who discusses his experiences as a West Indian man of mixed descent. Grab a drink and join us for this dope limecast session.   Join us on the discussion on Twitter at #DSAPodcast.     

On this episode, we discuss our favorite soca songs and events of 2019! We made sure to include music from all the islands so all my small island people, definitely tune in! Grab a drink and join us for this dope limecast session.  

On this Limecast we're talking Australia's Caribbean Riddim Weekend and Uber Soca Cruise 2019. The DSA team talks on their experiences from the dynamic soca filled events.   Grab a drink of rum, rock back and lewwe pull up. Big up and bless 

On this Limecast we discuss the upcoming Miami Carnival 2019, including our fetes, the line up and the recent bacchanal concerning an event.    Grab a drink of rum, rock back and lewwe pull up. Big up and bless 

On this Limecast we discuss Richie's latest trip to Turks and Caicos and how this affects Tourism in the Caribbean. 

On this limecast we discuss a very important issue of whining. Is it okay for your significant other to wine on someone else in the fete/club or on the road during carnival? We also welcome our newest member Ashley who brought this topic to our attention.   So grab a drink and join us for this dope limecast session.

On this Limecast, we discussed some of the bangers for Spice Mas 2019 with our special guest DJ, Julian Rampaul. We chop it up and dig into our picks for road march, soca monarch and artists to watch out of Grenada. This is the land of jab jab and fast paced soca. One you don't want to miss.    

On this Limecast, we met up with Kees from Kes The Band. Kes touched on the important things in the industry, his career, favorite music and even advice for younger soca artists. So grab a drink and join us for this dope limecast session.

Waz de scene allyuh? On this Limecast, we're talking customer service in Trinidad & Tobago. We're recapping our recent trip to Tobago and our experiences on the twin island republic. This is one you're gunna relate to. So grab a drink and join us for this dope limecast session.

Waz de scene allyuh? Welcome back to another episode of Di Soca Analyst Limecast. Thinking of going to Jamaica Carnival? Hosted by Jel and Rich, check out our thoughts on this very trending carnival. We also talk about Guyana Carnival and the importance it has for Guyanese people and what to expect while there. So grab a drink and join us for this dope limecast session.

Thinking of heading to Trinidad Carnival but not sure what to expect? We're back from Trinidad Carnival and we have a ton of info and stories. Hosted by Jel and Rich, we give you an inside scoop to all the fetes we attended, music we heard and didn't hear, plus our experience on the road. So grab a drink and join us for this dope limecast session.

On this episode, we discuss our favorite soca songs and events of 2018! We made sure to include music from all the islands so all my small island people, definitely tune in! Our special guest is Tim, better known as Trinbajan Photography as well as Soca Vault.  We go through an entire year's worth of music, events and great memories! So grab a drink and join us for this dope limecast session.     What you need to know about our guest Trinbajan:   Tim, is a photographer for various parties and fetes. He also has an email list called "The Soca Vault" where he regularly sends new releases of soca music from all over the islands.       

On this episode, we discuss Uber Soca Cruise. Our special guest is Chandy from Julians Promos . We share our thoughts on the line up and events associated with Uber soca cruise including, our favorite performances and some thoughts on how carnival has changed and evolved. So grab a drink and join us for this dope limecast session.     What you need to know about our Guest Chandy:   Chandy, is a writer, photographer and co-host for Julianspromos.com. She lives in Brooklyn, but her heart and soul in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. She is a devoted mother, and holds a Master's in Public Administration. Her first love was always helping others and promoting her beautiful culture. Although she loves many genres of music, Soca is her husband, comforter and friend, it is her equal.   Disclaimer: Views and opinions expressed on the podcast are not necessarily views of Julianspromos. • Instagram: @disocaanalyst Twitter: @disocaanalyst Facebook: Di Soca Analyst Website: www.disocaanalyst.com Email: disocaanalyst@gmail.com

On this episode DJ JEL, The World is Rich (Richie) and Kendrix talk about Soca music trending on an international scale. With Olatunji progressing on popular talent show X Factor and Nailah Blackman collaborating with EDM artist Salvatore Ganacci, we examine where soca is heading! So grab a drink and join us for this dope LIMECAST SESSION with DI SOCA ANALYST! #BIGUPANDBLESS   Website: http://disocaanalyst.com Email: disocaanalyst@gmail.com

On this episode JEL and RICHIE talk about TRINIDAD CARNIVAL 2018! Listen to know how to plan your carnival next year as well as the best fetes! THIS ONE REAL MAD AND FULL AH TRINI VIBES! So grab a drink and join us for this dope LIMECAST SESSION with DI SOCA ANALYST! #BIGUPANDBLESS • Instagram: @disocaanalysts Twitter: @disocaanalysts Facebook: Di Soca Analysts Email: disocaanalyst@gmail.com

On this episode we invite JO WHEELER from the awesome radio show SOCA SUNDAYS! We talk about what carnival is like in different islands like Grenada and St. Thomas. So grab a drink and join us for this dope LIMECAST SESSION with DI SOCA ANALYST! #BIGUPANDBLESS • Intro music: BOUNCIN by @iamshemmyj X @imrannerdyofficial Remixed by: @i_am_julian_214 • Instagram: @disocaanalyst Twitter: @disocaanalyst Facebook: Di Soca Analyst Email: disocaanalyst@gmail.com

Wha is di scene! We interview TAYLOR and DANIEL who created HUMANS OF THE CARIBEAN DIASPORA (HOTCD) and SLYGHT PEPPAH music! They are two incredible content creators who are putting Caribbean people on the map and changing the narrative of what it means to be a Caribbean american! Woiii!!! We bring out di ANGOSTURA PUNCHEON for this hilarious and informative episode. So get YUH DRINK READY and CHUNE IN for another LIMECAST SESSION!!!!! #BIGUPANDBLESS

Welcome back my soca junkies! Today we talk about how the internet influences music, especially soca, kompa, dancehall and reggae! We also talk about TRINIBOOM and the status/quality of soca brainwash. We take a peak into JAPAN's CHUTNEY AND SOCA SCENE by listening to KANPAI WHINE! GRAB YUH WHITE OAK RUM and take a listen! BIG UP AND BLESS!

We interview DJ JEL! Famous for his soca mixes such as Soca his 2017 SOCA TAKEOVER as well as his most recent VINCY SOCA SAMPLER 2017! WOIIIIII! We talk about his upbringing in NYC, how he got started making music and his thoughts on the soca industry. GRAB A GLASS OF WHITE OAK AND COCONUT WATER WITH SOME BITTERS AND JOIN US! BIG UP AND BLESS!    CHECK OUT DJ JEL AT jelinthemix.com

GI DEM BUN! We bring back DI CHUTNEY PHILOSPHER Jason Autar and all his great knowledge to dive into a deep history of Jamaica, reggae and dancehall. We hit points like the origins of Rasta, the rise of sound systems and the social issues in Jamaica. We also reference the Blaxxie Lama and talk about creating a BENCHMARK for dancehall!