Doh Lecture Me | Lutenants | UK 2013

This is new music from the very talented UK Soca duo known as Lutenants. I featured their song Waterfall on this blog not too long ago - that is a sweet track! This one is an uptempo one that was released not only for the UK market but also in time for Carnivals in the Caribbean region. 

This song is on the  Mandolin Riddim produced by SD Productions. Take a listen to the song and get a feel for the vibe that these talented guys have recorded for Soca music lovers all over.

Notes that accompanied the music blast:
"No one likes being told what to do. From the very top in government  to elder siblings; at times it feels like we are being dictated to. 'Doh lecture me' is the answer to those control freaks.

We like to go out and enjoy our lives to the fullest. Everyone has their ups and down in life. However, listening and dancing to the music we know and love, going to fetes and carnivals or simply just celebrating our beautiful culture is the only escape we have from the responsibilities that life may bring; if only for a few hours.

With simple but effective lyrics, a quick tempo and harmonious tones, the fourth release by the hottest UK Soca duo is a slap in the face to those who like to be in control.

The Mandolin Riddim proves to be the  perfect tool in which to concisely execute the new three-word motto... Doh Lecture Me!"

Production Notes:

Title: Doh Lecture Me
Artists/Performed By: Lutenants
Riddim: Mandolin Riddim

Produced By: SD Productions

Please be advised that the music is presented here for your listening pleasure and for promotional purposes only ("Fair Use" Musical Content Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976). No copyright infringement is intended! .  We encourage you to promote the artists and their music; please don't share the music and rob the artists of needed income!

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Doh Lecture Me - Lutenants

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Hammer & Conchs | Skarpyon | Vincy Mas 2013

Now listen to this song and enjoy the music but then take in the lyrics and come to terms with the double entendre used by the artist to tell his story. This is one song that simply put, cause me to smile.  I smiled and grooved to the music... this is absolutely my favorite song coming out of Saint Vincent for Vincy Mas 2013.

Skarpyon is is cooking up a lot of spicy Conch that should lead to a lot of conversation with the guys on the block. I mean he hit the thing with the hammer but the Conch simply won't break. Well if your senses come into play with this one you will realize that there was a lot of thought that went into the composition of this song.  The lyrics are witty and the double entendre is on spot. I simply love this track not because of the ticklish lyrics but because the vocal performance in very good and the vibe produced by Kamall Archibald is on spot! I simply love the vibe coming from the artist on this one. 

This is a song that reminds me of music from 'back in the day' but with a modern spin. The music is infectious and the artist rides the riddim with such ease that is the mark of someone who is confident with ability to deliver the story with such ease that he simply ropes you into the story line. What else is left but for you to simply get into the grove with the artist and simply have fun on the dance floor with that special someone! This is a wicked one... enjoy the vibes!

Now if you love the song as much as I do then please let the artist know how you feel by going on his Facebook page and leaving your remarks or simply add your remarks to this posting by using the comment feature of this posting (top right hand corner).

Production Notes:

Title: Hammer & Conchs
Artist/Performed By: Skarpyon
Written & Performed By: 

Composed By: Kamall Archibald for Sound Domain Studio Productions

Please be advised that the music is presented here for your listening pleasure and for promotional purposes only ("Fair Use" Musical Content Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976). No copyright infringement is intended! .  We encourage you to promote the artists and their music; please don't share the music and rob the artists of needed income!

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Hammer N Conchs - Skarpyon

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Sweet Soca Music | Teddyson | SLU Carnival 2013

This is new music from the man from singing sensation from St. Lucia better known as "TJ"; yes, this is new music from Teddyson John and it is good! When I first heard this song it reminded me of the singing style of Trinidadian singer Kerwin Dubois. I love listening to Kerwin and this one by TJ is good and even better because it reminds me of listening to one of my favorite Soca singers. 

The song was written by Jelani Nedd of Cloud9tt and Kasey Phillips of Precision Productions. Precision Productions also produced and mixed the track that was then sent to California, USA for the final mastering by Mike Wells. 

TJ and Precision have worked together previously and their collaborative juices have once again produced music that is worth listening. The Trinidad elements are strong with this one since we also have Sheriff dropping guitar vibes on the production. This one should do well for SLU Carnival 2013. 

Take a listen to the music and get a feel for this one that is titled 'Sweet Soca Music'. After listening to the vibe I am sure you will agree that indeed, this is really some 'Swee Soca Music". Please leave your comments via the comment feature of this posting (top right hand corner).

From the Production team/music blast:
As the spirit of Carnival descends upon the beautiful isle of St. Lucia, an undeniable call to freedom is released into the air, by the reigning Groovy Monarch himself, Teddyson "TJ" John.

In a perfectly sweetened mix of rhythm and soul, Precision Productions concocts a tuneful serum designed to soothe masqueraders, who have been longing for this season’s return, while simultaneously injecting their hearts with the frenzied joy only "Sweet Soca Music" can provide.

And, in only his first writing endeavor with the team, Jelani Nedd of Cloud9tt, brings to life that sublime feeling of this festival’s music with poetic phrasing and imaginative descriptions. With its matchless energy, this track is sure to have listeners happily chipping throughout the streets.
©Mystie Thongs

Production Notes:

Title: Sweet Soca Music
Written By: Jelani Nedd of Cloud9tt & Kasey Phillips
Performed By: Teddyson "TJ" John
Guitars By: Sheriff 

Produced &Mixed By: Precision Productions
Mastered By: Mike Wells, CA.

Please be advised that the music is presented here for your listening pleasure and for promotional purposes only ("Fair Use" Musical Content Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976). No copyright infringement is intended! .  We encourage you to promote the artists and their music; please don't share the music and rob the artists of needed income!

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Sweet Soca Music - Teddyson John 

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How We Play | Kes & Konshens | T'dad 2013

This is new music from Kes and Konshens. This is a combination of talent from Trinidad and Tobago and Jamaica. The song was done for the launch of the Caribbean Priemiere League that was launched today, May 17. This song will be used to help promote the league and is considered the anthem to have the fans enjoying themselves as they enjoy top notch cricket. 

The following notes were released with the song:
Caribbean Premiere League today launched their official Anthem: How We Play!, a dance song which will have T20 cricket fans jumping, Caribbean style.

How We Play!, produced by MRI, Precision Productions and Trinidad’s Marlon Chen, features two of the region's hottest artists‚ Kees Dieffenthaller (Trinidad & Tobago), more popularly known as Kes and Konshens (Jamaica), like you've never heard them before. The innovative mix is sure to spawn a new genre Chen calls "Caribbean Dance"— a mix of Soca, Dancehall and Techno music. With How We Play!, Chen combines the best elements of each genre and the result will inevitably make you want to get up and dance.

The lyrics on How we Play!, written by Kes, Konshens and Marlon Chen, expresses how the Caribbean people feel about their beloved sport. Cricket fans will experience the energy and vibe of Caribbean cricket when Kes sings: “Get up and unite for your team, we’ll give the best we’ve got. Hands up, right up and play hard. We’ll take it to the top, it’s how we play”.

And fans will feel the pulse and soul of what cricket means to West Indians when Konshens chants: “Every ball, Every bat, Every bleach (bleachers), Every pad, Every bail, Every wicket, Every stump! Ah the heart and soul and passion ah the culture, Caribbean blood when people come out all nation for the team in ah unification; when the stadium ram bleacher to grand stand ah the meaning of beautification.”

The first ever Caribbean Premire League begins on Tuesday July 30 with 24 matches played across six Caribbean countries: Antigua & Barbuda, Barbados, Guyana, Jamaica, St. Lucia and Trinidad & Tobago.
via https://soundcloud.com/

Production Notes:

Title: How We Play
Written By: Kees Dieffenthaller, Konshens and Marlon Chen
Artists/Performed By: Kes & Konshens

Produced By: MRI, Precision Productions & Marlon Chen

Mixed & Mastered By: To Be Updated

Please be advised that the music is presented here for your listening pleasure and for promotional purposes only - No copyright infringement is intended! ("Fair Use" Musical Content Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976).  Lend me your ears... Enjoy!

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How We Play - Kes & Konshens

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Wifey-Matey (Leave Him) | Fya Empress | Vincy Mas 2013

If music is the food of life they play on and in this case simply feed off the vibe of this moving track that Lady Fya Empress has given to us. The name of the song is 'Wifey-Matey' (Leave Him) and it comes to you via the islandmix.com music player. This one was uploaded by Julian of Julian Promotions and should set the fete scene on fire with lyrics that may come to live for parties at Vincy Mas 2013.

The song is a production of Shack De Burg and was recorded at Champion Sound Studios in St. Anns, Trinidad. The song was written by Prince Unique and the collaboration of St. Vincent and Tobago talents simply keeps the music pulsating with pure Carnival energy. 

Take a listen to the song and judge for yourself. If you love the Saint Vincent, Tobago and finally Trinidad connection then let Fya Empress and Mr. Fusion know how you feel about it. Hit them up on their Facebook page or simply leave your remarks via the comment feature on this posting (top right hand corner). Just enjoy the music!

Production Notes:

Title: Wifey-Matey (Leave Him)
Artist/Performed By: Lornette 'Fya Empress' Nedd
Written By: Prince Unique

Produced By: Shack De Burg, Andrew "Hitz" Phillip @ Champion Sound Studios

Mastered By: Scratch Master

Please be advised that the music is presented here for your listening pleasure and for promotional purposes only - no copyright infringement is intended! ("Fair Use" Musical Content Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976).  Lend me your ears... Enjoy!

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Wifey-Matey (Leave Him) - Fya Empress

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Prisoner | Nadia Batson | T'dad/After D'Carnival 2013

Several Carnivals are scheduled to take place in the Caribbean region as Spring rolls into the North American Summer. This means that tourists will be heading for their favorite destinations and may just take in the Carnival celebrations in Saint Vincent, Grenada, Saint Lucia, Antigua & Barbuda and Crop Over Kadooment in Barbados. This is the ideal opportunity to showcase new music and that is exactly what this post is all about - new music and it comes from Nadia Batson out of Trinidad and Tobago.

Nadia surprised us with an after Trinidad and Tobago Carnival release today on the on YouTube and Islandmix (Julian Promotions). The name of the song is "Prisoner" and she sings the song with the enthusiasm of someone who knows something and is willing to put their heart and soul into the production of something good. This song was produced by Don Iko and was mastered by the now famous and very reliable Precision Productions out of San Fernando, Trinidad. 

Nadia is doing her thing with hear sweet singing voice. For this song she wants to be your 'Prisoner' and will do whatever you want. This is music for having fun, for dancing and wining and having a West Indian good time. Take a listen to the song and if it make you want to jam your special someone in a corner then Nadia had done her job well. If that is the case then leave some positive feedback for the artist and production team via the comment feature of this posting. Until that time simply play the music and 'jam up in ah corner' because 'you are the boss and will do what you want'. Don't ask me.... that is what Nadia said!

Production Notes:

Title: Prisoner
Written & Performed By: Nadia Batson

Produced By: Don Iko

Mastered By: Precision Productions  (C) COTT

Please be advised that the music is presented here for your listening pleasure and for promotional purposes only - no copyright infringement is intended! ("Fair Use" Musical Content Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976).  Lend me your ears... Enjoy!

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Prisoner - Nadia Batson

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Differentology | The Official Music Video 2013 | Bunji Garlin

This is the highly anticipated video music release from Bunji Garlin for his hit song that raised eyebrows for Trinidad and Tobago's Carnival 2013. Today the music video had its world premiere on etceterabuzz.com. This is the official music video of Bunji Garlin's hit song 'Differentology' directed by Nigel Thompson. 

 The video was filmed at various sites in Trinidad including Diego Martin and a quarry site in Valencia just east of the Borough of Arima. The idea for the video was conceived and created by Nigel Thompson and Ian "Bunji Garlin" Alvarez and presented here for your viewing and listening pleasure.

Notes from the Artist (Bunji Garlin):
“This is just a music video- it’s not a movie, but it’s not the typical music video where there’s just a lot of dancing. There’s a storyline. This video depicts man coming to life from nothingness to the formation of past, present and what will come in the future. It’s not a hard story from beginning to end- there’s still some 'freeness' to it. I hope you enjoy.” – Ian "Bunji Garlin" Alvarez

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