Riddim Tag
The Phases Band, who hails from Vieux Fort, is pleased to announce the release of its debut single, We Like It, a soca, which with most of the instruments recorded live, represents a departure from the modern day practice where one sits at a computer and creates a riddim,  the composer need not be a musician,  knowledge of software and a library of sample loops are all what is required. Given the way We Like It was created, it is no wonder that the song is  filled with musicalRead More
International recording artist K’Coneil has released “Hot Like You”, the lead single off his upcoming yet untitled 2016 EP with the hit bound single on the 90’s Don Dada Riddim has been blazing both the airwaves and dance floors. The song written by K’Coneil, his long time writing partner Reggaetwin Gairy Blake ad Seannizle, glorifies independent women who are confident in their “hotness” factor regardless of society’s views and standards. “You got The body of an angel Mi nah lie you summin turn up. You’re sexy figure is amazing AnywhereRead More
Trinidadian hit house MillBeatz Entertainment adds another jewel to its fan favorite Orchestra Riddim with “Soca Virus” by Destra Garcia, available worldwide from all major digital retailers on January 8, 2016, with pre-order available now, from FOX FUSE. The riddim was originally released in late 2015 and now adds this brand new tune for 2016 Trinidad Carnival season, much to the delight of soca fans everywhere. Producer David “MillBeatz” Millien teams the “Queen of Bacchanal” for this infectious track, which was penned by Garcia and Anthony “Breezy 868” Joseph. TheRead More
Trinidad and Tobago-based production houses Simply Natural Family (SNF) and Bar16 Music conjure power soca vibes on the JuJu Riddim, available worldwide from all major digital retailers on January 15, 2016, with pre-order available now, from FOX FUSE. The high-energy, power soca compilation boasts four tracks and includes Skinny Banton featuring Mr. Killa with “We Pumping,” Remixah with “Ricochet” and Marlon D Manager with “Jumbie,” along with the “Juju Riddim (Instrumental).” SNF was established over five years ago and is fronted by producer Robert “SN” Baptiste, who has been craftingRead More
WIZ Records propels classic soca sounds on its latest compilation De Throwback Riddim, available worldwide from all major digital retailers, with pre-order available now, from FOX FUSE. Producer Shawn “Mr. Roots” Mitchell, who is at the helm of WIZ Records, has seen plenty of his recent releases become mainstays on soca charts and playlists, and have been taking center stage at the various carnival celebrations around the Caribbean. De Throwback Riddim features four groovy tunes and showcases soca stars Benjai with “20/20,” Ricardo Drue & Blaxx with “Day Ones (GoodRead More
It is a fearsome challenge, but it is one Precision Productions relishes at the start of every Carnival season. The combination of high expectations from eager fans along with each team member’s drive to surpass the work of the previous year casts the fertile groundwork needed to annually invigorate Soca lovers with a complete musical Shake Down! This newly released riddim is a sincere reflection of that sentiment as Precision’s characteristic enthusiasm and love of vocation swell within every note from the feisty baseline to the sparkling chords, demanding vigorousRead More
It is a fearsome challenge, but it is one Precision Productions relishes at the start of every Carnival season. The combination of high expectations from eager fans along with each team member’s drive to surpass the work of the previous year casts the fertile groundwork needed to annually invigorate Soca lovers with a complete musical Shake Down! This newly released riddim is a sincere reflection of that sentiment as Precision’s characteristic enthusiasm and love of vocation swell within every note from the feisty baseline to the sparkling chords, demanding vigorousRead More
Written by Mark ‘Ataklan’ Jiminez Produced and Mastered by Keshav ‘LAZAbeam’ Singh Executive Producer: Mark ‘Ataklan’ Jiminez for TAJ Records. Ataklan once again teaming up with LAZAbeam to create ‘CARNIVALIN’, Ataklan’s 2nd official release for 2K16. Traditional Rapso call and response fused with elements of EDM & Soca to an infectious driving bass and rhythm, with lyrical styles delivered in unique Klanny style, a true fete and club banger, taking you UP and UP and AWAY! RIDDIM, CHANTING AND ENERGY, distinctly Trinbagonian, from Carnival in Trinbago to festivals internationally, weRead More
Trinidad and Tobago-based production houses NMG Music and Novahh present the new soca compilation Come Wine Riddim, available worldwide from all major digital retailers on November 20, 2015, from FOX FUSE. The groovy collection was co-produced by Nikholai Greene for his new imprint NMG Music, alongside upcoming producer Kyle “Novahh” Joseph, and the tracks are making a big splash as they are burning up airwaves and playlists towards Trinidad Carnival 2016. Boasting four groovy soca hits along with the instrumental, the compilation is NMG Music’s first riddim release for theRead More
Apartment 19 music is set to release a unique project poised to dominate the holiday season. The ten year old imprint, responsible for a number of hit singles from dancehall duo RDX, has created its first ever Juggling riddim project; inspired by, and designed for the ladies and the men who love them. The Gyalla Park riddim, features an all-star lineup of artistes who rule the proverbial ‘Gyal Segment’; Spice, RDX, Razor B, QQ, Liquid, Mr. Vegas, Kalado, Macka Diamond and Raytid. The decision to produce this concept as aRead More