Listen up. Calypso Fans, Christmas Day is behind us, and the radio stations will be transitioning mostly to Soca music. Stay tuned to Kaiso Dial and WACK Visual Radio 90.1 FM for all the new Calypsos. Now, as we move into the new season, I have to do my little 'De Original De Fosto' chant, "Fire on De Hill! It's officially Calypso season!
As we roll toward Carnival 2026, Calypso Dial is starting the season with a little provocation—and a whole lot of nostalgia. Before last year’s Calypso Fiesta, DJ Aaron868 dropped a mixtape featuring the voices of the calypsonians who were lining up to challenge the reigning monarch, Machel Montano.
His note said it best:
“As we gear up for Calypso Fiesta, let's listen to some of the calypsonians who will attempt to dethrone the reigning monarch, Machel Montano.” All you need to do is replace the Monk with Helon Francis and we are 'good to go' for Calypso Fiesta 2026.
Today, we’re bringing that mix back—not as a look behind us, but as a signal of what’s coming. Think of it as your first warm‑up lap for Calypso Fiesta 2026.
Listen to the mixtape.
Get your ears back into the competitive spirit. Hear the tones, the styles, and the lyrical angles. Feel the energy that drives Skinner Park every year.
Then dive into the new season.
Calypso Dial is already posting fresh 2026 releases—early contenders, sharp writers, returning giants, and new voices stepping into the ring. This is the perfect moment to start building your own shortlist.
Your challenge
- After listening to the mixtape and the new 2026 calypso uploads, tell us:
- Which singers and songs do you think could reach Calypso Fiesta 2026 in Skinner Park?
- Who sounds hungry? Who sounds ready? Who has that spark?
- This is your early‑season scouting report—and we want to hear your picks.
Calypso Fiesta is never just a show. It’s a conversation, a rivalry, a cultural pulse. And the road to Skinner Park starts right here on Calypso Dial.
Track List:
- Machel Montano—Soul of Calypso [Defending Monarch]
- Squeezy Rankin—Justice [2025 Young King] [Kaiso Fiesta]
- Kerice Pascall—Tears [Kaiso Fiesta]
- Tamieka Darius—Song of Hope [Kaiso Fiesta]
- Lani K—Death Row [Kaiso Fiesta]
- Hammond Slick Bruce—Cashless Society [Kaiso Fiesta]
- Sexy Suzy—Not for Sale
- Anastacia Richardson—Watch Yuh Clock [Kaiso Fiesta]
- Twiggy—65 and Still Relevant [Kaiso Fiesta]
- Eunice Peters—Trini Yard Sale [Kaiso Fiesta]
- Karene Asche—Ah Leader [Kaiso Fiesta]
- Yung Bredda—We Rise [Kaiso Fiesta]
- Caston Cupid—Here Again
- Makeda Darius—Let D Dragon Dance
- Pharaoh—America Has Spoken [Kaiso Fiesta]
- Chuck Gordon—Look Tuh Press (Buss Out) [Kaiso Fiesta]
- Terri Lyons—Ask Yuh Man [Kaiso Fiesta]
- Ta’Zyah O’Connor– Kaiso to the World [Kaiso Fiesta]
- Lady Tallish—Born to Be A Calypsonian
- Aaron Duncan—Play De Pan
- Stacey Sobers—Rhythm of A People [Kaiso Fiesta]
- Kevan Callisto—Still Feeling To Party
- Kurt Allen—Your Turn Now [Kaiso Fiesta]
Production Notes/Music Credits:
Music Compilation Titl: Kaiso Kaiso Vol. IV
Curated & Presented by: DJ Aaron 868.
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago.
Genre: Calypso 🎶
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