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Here is episode two of the series I did on Mariah Carey's career during the pandemic !Watch as I cover everything from 1...
13/05/2024

Here is episode two of the series I did on Mariah Carey's career during the pandemic !

Watch as I cover everything from 1993 to 1996: How Mariah expanded her audience during the 'Music Box' campaign and also developed her signature sound as she continued through her now classic 'Merry Christmas' and 'Daydream' albums.

Something to watch while we work on the next episode of MACO SOCA!

https://youtu.be/RWvN1HM4AXM?si=mUwDWQYqg3o0h-BP

Mariah Carey entered the commercial peak of her career during the 1993-1996 period. Yet, she blossomed into a diva as she defined her own sound, expanded her...

This is a spicy episode of MACO SOCA!Watch Elikya Ngoma and I dive into Destra Garcia's 'Soca or Die' album, which inclu...
11/05/2024

This is a spicy episode of MACO SOCA!

Watch Elikya Ngoma and I dive into Destra Garcia's 'Soca or Die' album, which includes her classic hit "I Dare You."

We also discuss Caribbean identity and challenge the idea that American gospel is the only benchmark of "real" singing!

Check it out!

https://youtu.be/eIFe9GJMpwE?si=XySPfsVxSyIxi3Cm

Destra Garcia made a bold statement when she released her fourth studio album, 'Soca or Die,' in 2008. But did the music live up to the title? Watch Elikya N...

Is Soca a type of pop music?Elikya Ngoma and I tackle that question in this clip from our MACO SOCA dive into Destra Gar...
10/05/2024

Is Soca a type of pop music?

Elikya Ngoma and I tackle that question in this clip from our MACO SOCA dive into Destra Garcia's 'Soca or Die' album!

Watch us explain what makes soca different from reggae, dancehall and reggaeton. We also talk about how soca has spread from Trinidad across the Caribbean!

https://youtu.be/RWN55gInUxk?si=-0m2e3-Wbk7gggr1

Soca has taken many forms since first being created in Trinidad and Tobago. However, as the genre continues to evolve and expand to include various sounds, o...

While many people took up gardening during the early days of the pandemic lockdown, I...did an entire series on Mariah...
09/05/2024

While many people took up gardening during the early days of the pandemic lockdown, I...did an entire series on Mariah Carey's career 😅

This first episode focuses on the period of 1990-1992. I discuss the comparisons to Whitney Houston as well as questions about Mariah's race and the validity of her talent.

I think I did a good job!

https://youtu.be/ILnp8FXKlsc?si=Uhu-B86LaAthh300

Mariah Carey's early years are often remembered for her many hits and high notes. However, the period of 1990-1992 also entailed several challenges, such as ...

Here's a taste of MACO SOCA!In this special clip, Elikya Ngoma and I explore the history of two distinct soca music sub-...
09/05/2024

Here's a taste of MACO SOCA!

In this special clip, Elikya Ngoma and I explore the history of two distinct soca music sub-genres: Soca/dancehall and dancehall/soca.

We also talk about soca's evolution during the 1990s, its key differences from dancehall music and the role of Bryon Lee and The Dragonaires in promoting Trinidad Carnival culture in Jamaica!

Tune in!

https://youtu.be/zuu0teKoZhc?si=nOcXR3dqZEdTulgQ

Soca and dancehall have been mixed together for over 30 years. Yet, there was a time when the idea was entirely unheard of! Our Maco Soca series explores the...

Let's have on a Tuesday! This episode of Trini Trent TV takes us back to the homophobia I heard on Trinidad radio when...
07/05/2024

Let's have on a Tuesday!

This episode of Trini Trent TV takes us back to the homophobia I heard on Trinidad radio when a DJ played an entire playlist of homophobic songs during the pandemic. It's a challenge that continues today as many songs and conversations promoting violence toward q***r people are still in heavy rotation.

I hope this video helps somebody!



I was recently listening to the radio when a DJ played an entire playlist of homophobic songs. It took me back to a very uncomfortable time in my life but in...

It's time for MACO SOCA on a Sunday!Watch Elikya Ngoma and I explore Destra Garcia's 'Independent Lady' album. We talk a...
05/05/2024

It's time for MACO SOCA on a Sunday!

Watch Elikya Ngoma and I explore Destra Garcia's 'Independent Lady' album. We talk about the music, live performances and her interesting connections to Denise Belfon and Machel Montano!

We also discuss Caribbean identity and what it means for soca artists to "cross over" and find success in America. And we get into some exciting Carnival history!

Tune in!



All my independent ladies, holla! On this episode of Maco Soca on Trini Trent TV, we explore Destra Garcia's third studio album, 'Independent Lady,' which sp...

What would any conversation about soca music be without mentioning Destra Garcia and Machel Montano's "Carnival?" In thi...
04/05/2024

What would any conversation about soca music be without mentioning Destra Garcia and Machel Montano's "Carnival?"

In this MACO SOCA clip, Elikya Ngoma and I talk about the ingredients that make the song a global carnival anthem. It's all part of our wider deep dive into Destra's debut album, 'Red, White, Black.'

Check it out!



Destra Garcia and Machel Montano released their signature duet, "Carnival," over two decades ago, and the song continues to grow in popularity. In this speci...

This is a very interesting episode of MACO SOCA! Elikya Ngoma and I explore Destra Garcia's second album, ‘Laventille,’ ...
03/05/2024

This is a very interesting episode of MACO SOCA! Elikya Ngoma and I explore Destra Garcia's second album, ‘Laventille,’ and her many hits in the early 2000s.

It’s also a great conversation about soca history, the way women are put against each other and the pressure soca artists face to release music every year.

Leave a comment and let us know what you think!

Our deep dive into Destra Garcia's catalogue continues this week with her second album, 'Laventille.' As an ode to her hometown, this sophomore release was a...

Here's a for you: Part I of the Trini Trent TV review of Beyonce's Renaissance Act I album! Watch as I discuss how Ren...
02/05/2024

Here's a for you: Part I of the Trini Trent TV review of Beyonce's Renaissance Act I album!

Watch as I discuss how Renaissance is an ode to Beyonce's black q***r fans. She celebrates what it means to be black, fem and q***r while mixing disco, trap, funk, reggaeton, afrobeats and other rhythms from across the black diaspora. There's even soca in "Heated!"

PS: Is Throwback Thursday still a thing?😅

Beyonce has released her new Renaissance (Act 1) album and it has taken the music world by storm! But what is she saying on this record? Does it live up to t...

What does it mean when Caribbean artists aim to go "mainstream" in America?In this MACO SOCA clip, Elikya Ngoma and I ta...
30/04/2024

What does it mean when Caribbean artists aim to go "mainstream" in America?

In this MACO SOCA clip, Elikya Ngoma and I talk about the reggae/dancehall wave in America during the 2000s and the reach of Caribbean culture!

This conversation stems from the lyrics of Destra Garcia's hit song "Max It Up!"

The 2000s decade featured a resurgence of Caribbean music on the American airwaves. However, that success also raised several questions about Caribbean ident...

Here is the very first episode of MACO SOCA! Watch Elikya Ngoma and I explore the catalogue of Destra Garcia starting wi...
29/04/2024

Here is the very first episode of MACO SOCA!

Watch Elikya Ngoma and I explore the catalogue of Destra Garcia starting with her 2003 debut album, 'Red, White, Black.'

We discuss Destra's early hits, influences and experimentation with R&B. There's also a great conversation about how soca music connects to other cultures around the world!

And here it is! Episode 1 of the Trini Trent TV Maco Soca series: A deep dive into Destra Garcia's debut album, 'Red, White, Black.' This is a conversation a...

Hi friends!! Check out my new YouTube series called Maco Soca!This (awesome) show explores this history, culture and her...
29/04/2024

Hi friends!! Check out my new YouTube series called Maco Soca!

This (awesome) show explores this history, culture and heritage of soca music and its connection to the wider global popular culture.

And guess what?! I Have a co-host! The incredible Elikya Ngoma joins me for our ongoing DEEP dive into the catalogue of Destra Garcia.

Tune in 💛🇹🇹

Hi people! I'm launching a new series here on Trini Trent TV called Maco Soca. We've been developing the show for months and it's time for our big debut! Thi...

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