Who will win Ragga Soca 2013?
With the announcement of Ragga Soca finalists by the Carnival Development Corporation, nine artistes will square off against the reigning monarch Lornette ‘Fya Empress’ Nedd for the coveted title of 2013 Ragga Soca Monarch. If you don’t know who they are, here are the artistes and their songs along with my predictions for Saturday 6th July 2013. Continue Reading
Reigning Ragga Soca Monarch Lornette 'Fya Empress' Nedd
Miss SVG 2013: Reflections of a Commentator
This year marks 10 years since I have been going to the Miss
SVG pageant. I remember in 2002 when Laferne Fraser was crowned Miss SVG and
went on to win Miss CARIVAL. I have always enjoyed the show because of the humorous
moments that are provided but ultimately I wanted to see which girl would go on
to represent St. Vincent and the Grenadines. This year I was asked to do
commentary for one of the top radio stations in SVG, We Fm. So sitting in the
media booth, I had a bird’s eye view of the pageant and looked forward to what
I would see.
5 Vincy Artists you should know
As we await to hear what happens at Soca Monarch 2012, I choose to
look at five young artists who may not be rated number one but give us
great music when Vincy Mas comes around. So here are my 5 Vincy Artists
you should know and look out, because they might just surprise you:
5. Shaunelle McKenzie
After years of winning the Junior Calypso Monarch, Shaunelle transitioned to the adult music world and it seems like the winning streak didn't follow her. However don't count her out as she continues to make some of the most enjoyable Vincy music and has shown her versatility in music by doing both calypso and Soca. She also won the International Year of Co-operatives Song Competition for 2012 and performed her winning song in Jamaica. So look out because this songstress will continue making enjoyable Vincy music.
Shaunelle McKenzie - Carry On 2012
4.
Gary ' Icon' John - Every year Gary John has been one of the first
artists to bring out Soca for the Carnival season. His continuous thrust
has made him one of the best young artist in SVG although he has not
received the accolades that he has. His perseverance in the Soca arena
makes him an artist on the rise.
Icon - Frassmentz (Vincy Soca 2012)
3. Orande 'Bomani' Charles
After
his 200 Hit 'I am Soca' which won him the 2004 Soca Monarch and Road
March titles for SVG and the OECS Soca Monarch title in 2005, Bomani has
continued to produced hits every year as well as several albums which
have shown not only his versatility in music but his love for Soca
music. His latest hit 'Saga Boy" is one of my picks for Vincy Mas 2012
as it not only exudes confidence but is more than just a jump and wave
song!
Saga Boy - Bomani (2012)
2. Shertz ' Problem Child' James
Arguably
one of the best male artists in Soca, Shertz James better known as
'Problem Child" has come out with some of the biggest hits. His song
'Party Animal' which one the Road march in 2007 has not only become an
immortal Soca hit but brought a new fusion (along with some controversy)
to Soca with his sampling of the Zouk hit "Zouk
La Sé Sel Médikaman Nou Ni" by Kassav. Every year 'Problem Child'
continues to make hit after hit which is well receive both locally and
on the international Soca scene and which is why he is one Soca artist
you should know.
Life of the Party - Problem Child (2012)
1. Lornette 'Fya Empress' Nedd
Before
she was Soca Monarch of Tobago, Lornette grew up singing in the church.
Her talents have not only been seen in Soca but also in Calypso and she
has continued to grow in her music as her songs can easily compete on
the International Soca Monarch. Her 2012 hits have been some of her best
work and with a great stage performance, she will be a contender for
Soca Monarch 2012. She has also made it to the Calypso Final 2012. With
such talent, versatility and the right approach, the sky s the limit for
this artist.
Rum Please -Fya Empress (2012)
So here are 5 artists to look out for as Vincy music continues to grow and evolve!
