Soca Songs to Look Out For in Carnival 2026:
- MASX
- 3 days ago
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As Carnival lovers gear up for another explosive year of feteing, wining, and pure bacchanal, the excitement for Soca 2026 is already bubbling like a pot of pelau on a Saturday afternoon. Each year brings a fresh wave of rhythms, artists, and anthems that capture the spirit of the Caribbean. And if early buzz is anything to go by, 2026 is shaping up to be a massive year for soca music.
Whether you're preparing for Trinidad Carnival, Crop Over, Spice Mas, or anywhere the Caribbean diaspora gathers to celebrate, here are some Soca songs and artists poised to dominate the season thus far.
1. Patrice Roberts x MadLypso - Rock So
This infectious anthem has been rocking the airwaves daily throughout Trinidad & Tobago and the wider Caribbean as "Patsy" does what Patsy does best... AGAIN!!
2. Mical Teja - Last Train
"Consistent" has been the call for this young new visionary on the scene, whose storytelling continues to peak in this melodic call back to the roots of Soca music
3. Lady Lava - No Horn
"Cause gyal does whine when dey doh get horn"... need I say more? (#CancelHornFor2026)
4. Nailah Blackman - Pon It
An up-tempo bad gyal anthem that'll be sure to have you on the floor come Carnival 2026... It's NAILAH!!!
5. Ding Dong - Wanna Party
Another groovy tune to chip, wave and wine down to on the road come Carnival Tuesday. Another earworm soon to be on repeat in every fete.
With the momentum building and artists already teasing snippets, Soca 2026 looks ready to deliver a season of unforgettable rhythms, powerful messages, and pure Carnival magic. Whether you’re in the stadium, on the road, or flying across the world to touch a fete, these anticipated releases will set the soundtrack for a year of celebration.
If you want to keep up with the latest in Soca music, you can check out this playlist by Julian's Promotions HERE