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Guyana's Own Adrian Dutchin

If you are Guyanese, or even if you know one, you are likely already aware of Adrian Dutchin. The GT-born singer currently resides in the United States, but his dedication to promoting his culture has never wavered. Although he initially wanted to use his phenomenal vocal skills for R&B, a studio manager encouraged him to pursue soca. That decision would lead to Adrian Dutchin becoming the iconic face of Guyanese soca music.

Guyana's Own Adrian Dutchin
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Guyana's Own Melissa "Vanilla" Roberts

Melissa “Vanilla” Roberts is one of Guyana’s top soca artistes. After winning 7 Road March titles, and consistently placing in the top 3 of Guyana’s Soca Monarch competition, Vanilla is a woman poised to take the soca scene by storm.

Guyana's Own Melissa "Vanilla" Roberts
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Meet Bjorn Faundes, Guyana's Own DJ Kutz1

Meet Bjorn Faundes, better known as DJ Kutz1. This GT-born deejay teamed up with DysChick to bring you the Guyana Mash Mix in time for the 50th Republic Jubilee on February 23rd.

Meet Bjorn Faundes, Guyana's Own DJ Kutz1
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Guyana's Own Blaze Anthonio on Staying Local ...

While the conversation in the soca community is focused on going global, Guyanese artiste Blaze Anthonio has other plans. The “Blow” singer overcame his surprising reticence to share his thoughts on the soca scene, Guyanese music, and why he intends to stay “local like black tea.”

Guyana's Own Blaze Anthonio on Staying Local Like Black Tea
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Scrappy talks Soca Business

Music is changing.  Genres are blending together and musicians are looking to create unique sounds.  I'm sure the Caribbean community cheered when Ne-Yo released the video for his song "Push Back," featuring dancehall lyrics, dances, and aesthetics.  However, this song is still considered R&B.  Even songs that feature Caribbean artistes are still only adding to already established genres.   UK-based soca artiste Scrappy believes soca can be part of this movement and reach new heights if we treat it like a business.

Scrappy talks Soca Business

A Band of Weirdos

A Band of Weirdos

Kes the Band showcased their new music that will be released under the Weirdo Workshop label on August 20, 2015 at Mercury Lounge in New York City.  

Claude Kelly and Charles Harmon (bka "Chuck Harmony") have each been successful in creating music for top artists including Whitney Houston, Rihanna, Kelly Clarkson, Bruno Mars, and Ne-Yo. Today, the two are "embarking on a multi-genre expedition through style and sound" with a collective of artists and musicians.  Recently added to this collective, Kes the Band from Trinidad.  

Brooklyn's Own: Fryktion

Brooklyn's Own: Fryktion

If you know Problem Child's megahit Party Animal or if you can't help but sing along to Patrice Roberts' A Little Wine then you're already familiar with New York-based producer, Fryktion.  

Adding to his own musical catalog, Fryktion releases this latest afrobeat-inspired track.  Branching out further into the soca scene, the reclusive producer steps in front of the camera for this high-energy music video shot by New York's Fermin Photography.