Hosted by Sharnz and Arkayo · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 57 episodes
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Monthly Soca Podcast - Hosts Arkayo and Sharnz explore the people, history, and unforgettable moments behind Soca music and the Carnival experience – from legendary artists and DJ's to personal stories from the road.
Sharnz and Arkayo hosts Soca Chronicles, a music show with 57 episodes published.
Bouyon is becoming more and more popular. We’re joined by Dominican bouyon artist Khallion, and he takes us from his early days in a rap and pop group to the life-changing event that forced him to step away from music an
We sit down with Lyrza to learn how Aruba’s soca scene really works, from band culture and competition rules to the island politics that shape what becomes a carnival anthem. We leave with a clearer view of why “Road Mar
We celebrate one year of Brawlin and why pushing Bajan soca in the UK matters, then we pivot to the hard reality of safety after troubling news out of Jamaica Carnival. We run through upcoming carnival dates and tours, u
We dig into the claim that Bajan bashment soca peaked in 2018 to 2019 and ask what it would take to bring that energy back without freezing the sound. We weigh nostalgia against evolution, get thoughts from DJ Kai, and c
We tackle Trinidad’s Road March result, the record 12th title, and the swirl of promotion, DJs, and people power shaping what plays at judging points. Then we tour February’s carnivals, pick our Song of the Month, and pl
We kick off 2026 with Sugar Mas FOMO, cruise adventures across nine islands, and a tune that won’t leave our heads. Then we go deep on ticket committees, pricing, and how exclusivity shapes the culture while mapping big
A festive year-end wraps the biggest wins in Soca, from Grenada’s amazing year to V'ghn’s touring blueprint. We crown Muddy’s “Payroll” as Song of the Year and spotlight early 2026 anthems. We also unpack King Bubba’s rh
A shorter than usual holiday-tinged soca catch-up with talk on a sudden venue ban in Trinidad, a sold-out Brawlin in London, and a groovy song of the month. • Details of the Port of Spain venue ban and backlash • Brawlin
We celebrate the final big carnival of the year, relive Miami Carnival with first-time DJ moments and standout fetes, then dive deep with G.E.O. from St. Vincent and even get an exclusive preview track. • Miami Carnival
We celebrate our four-year podcast anniversary with a dynamic interview featuring the rising Bouyon artist Trev li, who shares his extraordinary journey from Dominica to Russia and back to Caribbean music. • Trev li reve
Sharnz and Arkayo take listeners on a whirlwind tour of the summer carnival circuit, sharing experiences from St. Lucia to Notting Hill and featuring an exclusive interview with soca star Nadia Batson. • St. Lucia Carniv
Sharnz and Arkayo welcome guest Jhelisa for a thought-provoking discussion about the over-sexualization of Soca and how modern technology is changing carnival culture. • Carnival season updates: St. Lucia Carnival coming
Grenadian soca artist Dash joins us to discuss his journey from a musical family to becoming a five-time Soca Monarch and reigning Road March King of Grenada. • Dash explains how music chose him, coming from a family wit
We dive into the controversial debate of who deserves the title of Soca's GOAT and whether carnival culture has become too commercialized. • DJ Sharnz shares the success of her recent "Brawlin" event in London with ticke
Sharnz and Arkayo return with their usual banter discussing Jamaica Carnival, Vybz Kartel's controversial Barbados concert, and the hottest Soca music of today. • Vybz Kartel's Easter Sunday concert in Barbados sparked r
Soca Chronicles explores Trinidad Carnival's judging controversy, Machel Montano's historic Road March win, and Sharnz' dramatic Mardi Gras adventure. • A Trinidad Carnival judge prematurely announced Machel Montano as t
In this episode of Soca Chronicles, we dive into the drama between Trinidad Killa and Machel Montano! Is it the reason Nicki Minaj finally released her remix? Then, we sit down with Keith Currency for an exclusive interv
What happens when Soca meets NPR's famous Tiny Desk concert series? We’re celebrating a huge moment for Soca music as the legendary Machel Montano becomes the first Soca artist to perform on this iconic stage. This is a
This last episode of 2024 features an engaging conversation with Mad Skull as he delves into his journey in Soca and the inspiration behind his hit "Sound check." With discussions about the song of the month and insights
The Soca Chronicles team is back with a brand new interview. This episode we visit the UK Soca Scene as we chat with Batch, the dynamic talent behind "Wine N Bruk". Join us as Batch shares his musical odyssey, exploring
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Soca Chronicles is hosted by Sharnz and Arkayo. The show is categorised under music (commentary) and has published 57 episodes.
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