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Yung Kymani Stays Focused, Rides Summer Wave. Prepares to Unleash Even More.
A superstar in the making. That’s the energy being touted by those who’ve been privy to the talent of 9-year-old, Kymani Kaloo. The Carenage, Trinidad native has been gaining popularity over the past year, and with a strong desire to perfect his musical ability, the singer/songwriter is pushing full steam ahead.
Yung Kymani is a dynamic stage performer. Engaging and thrilling to see, he is not deterred by his youthful age. In fact, with youth on his side, his parents are making the investment to ensure that the elementary school student is prepared for the big stage and the music career that comes along with it. “We are giving our all, making sure that he gets all the necessary support as he pursues music,” explained his mother, Kezia Hector. The boy, who attends St. Peter’s RC Primary School is the only child shared with her spouse, but is one of two children to his father.
Armed with a song for the brief period of youthful abandon, now called JAVA in T&T, Kymani released his self-penned track, “Summertime,” a few weeks ago. The song has all the elements necessary to help teens and pre-teens vibe along as they head to the beaches, rivers, water parks and wherever else they gather with their families, over the next few weeks, school being out. “It’s all about what kids do when school’s closed, things that kids look forward to, like going to Five Islands amusement park, going to the beaches and so on,” said Hector. The track also features Del Unit who co-wrote his verse specifically, and the song was produced by Nigel Lopez of Sincerity Studios.
Earlier this year, as Trinidad and Tobago engaged in its annual carnival festival, Yung Kymani entered the soca arena with a track called, “Soca Paradise.” He walked away from the season with titles for Best Songwriter and Best Party Calypso on the national level for his age group. It was just what his family needed to see, to further encourage him, and invest in his ability. Now, the young, rising entertainer is learning to play the piano and there’s even more interest in molding him into a better songwriter.
As a parent, Hector says it has proven crucial to ensure that her son has the necessary wisdom and understanding to navigate the ever-changing social landscape. With social media’s strong and sometimes negatively impactful presence, she says her words are all that she has to arm her son with that much needed direction and wisdom. “There is negativity all over the internet and in the world. All we can do is talk to our children, encourage them and provide the strong support system they need to live out their dreams and purpose,” said Hector. She says more than anything else, her son has a very strong support system at home.
Set to release new music for the upcoming Christmas season and certainly even more tracks for Carnival 2024, Yung Kymani is likely to become a household name in the Caribbean as time progresses. “He loves rap music. I know that, but we wanted to make sure that he has a good grasp of our music here at home in the Caribbean as well,” said his mom. She encourages parents who are able to support their children’s talents, to go full speed ahead, nurturing these talents and encouraging them, while planting seeds of wisdom for their ultimate rise to stardom. “The children are the future and we have to prepare them to take up their roles as they grow,” she said.
Grateful for Robert Baptiste who first saw the possibilities for Yung Kymani, Hector is excited for her son. Like his father who manages Kymani’s social media platforms, she is anxious to see his future unfold. “Machel Montano didn’t just become the superstar he is today. His parents invested their time, money and energy into him. That in itself is a perfect example of what parents who believe in their children’s ability and talent, ultimately must do.”
To follow Yung Kymani’s journey, follow him on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook @yungkymani.
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Sucre Is Taking Soca to the Youths. Big Plans Afoot for 2026.
Unmistakably, he’s next in line to claim major space in the Soca music industry and he’s already got a title to his name. Sucre is Trinidad and Tobago’s Youth Soca Champion and as the year winds down, the Zig Boi Music Group artiste, is preparing for bigger outcomes in 2026.
A new song released with varied formats for consumption across demographics set to be unleashed soon, the work is being done by both the artiste and his team, to ensure success. “Even before he entered the Ultimate Soca Champions competition, Sucre had been involved in a steady development program,” explained Zig Boi Music Group CEO, Mr. Spine. Years in the music industry in Trinidad and Tobago, across the region and internationally, has afforded the music producer a vantage point that has proven extremely helpful.
Sucre, whose full name is Nkosi Sucre, has been under Spine’s guidance for the past two years and already, the partnership has proven successful. “The development programme with Sucre saw us expose him to events, take him into the studio and engage in networking, all while working on unreleased music, during the first year,” said Spine. He explained that in his second year with Zig Boi, Sucre enrolled with the band Traffic and was exposed to band life and the sonics in a band room environment. “Traffic is a legendary band, however the aim was to engage a younger audience and the decision was made to form the Evolution Band – a youth centred band that represents the younger demographic when it comes to music and entertainment.”
Spine recalls that the announcement of the Soca Champions competition was unexpected, lamenting the fact that for many youths, there had been no outlet for stage development in the Soca industry in T&T, since the International Soca Monarch competition. “It was a great place to have him test his ability and he went on to win the competition,” Spine said proudly. Sucre has since performed in St Maarten, opening for the Morgan Heritage Family, and now as he refocuses ahead of 2026, the 24-year-old says his aim is to continue to show youths that they can do it too. “Ten years ago, I made the decision to do music. I was 14-years-old and I showed evidence of having a natural talent for music. I went on to study music and I got onto the merit list at CAPE,” he said, revealing that his desire to hone his craft saw him go on to acquire a Music degree from the University of the West Indies.
The artiste, songwriter and producer has even been credited with a Road March win in Guyana, having worked with budding, female artiste, Omaiah Hall. “I see myself finding my sound in the medium to long term. I know I’m in my developmental stage and I’m a representation of the youth and the talent that youths have to offer. Eventually I want to provide a space for other young artistes and creatives. The aim is to create a community of people and have a new generation follow a new wave of Soca,” he declared.
The new single, ‘Gimme Wuk Darlin,’ is the second instalment to a love story started by the artiste, in 2025. The first single was called, ‘Hold on Darlin,’ and speaks to all women. When it comes to the new sound of soca music, Sucre says he believes youths must find their voice. “Times will change, perspectives on life will change. It’s a matter of finding a safe space to express yourself and just be yourself.”
Proud of his development thus far, the young Trinbago talent is looking ahead. He will re-enter the Soca Champions competition, this time competing against Blaka Dan and other artistes in the main competition. “I’m going to be looking out for Blaka Dan – the champion, but really and truly, I just want to be able to show people why I deserve that spot in the finals. I want to go out there and show my best,” he said. Plans to step foot into territories beyond the Caribbean in the year ahead, Sucre and the team at Zig Boi Music Group say they are utilizing their in-house facilities to better their product. “We’re always open to working with other people, as much as we have our in- house resources,” said Spine. Zig Boi Music commands a full-scale marketing and promotional facility, aiding artistes with graphic support, photography, video production, fashion, imaging and more. Spine said fans of good Soca music can look out for great things from Sucre, complemented by his team at Zig Boi Music, as the 2026 Carnival season comes into focus.
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Could Sabrina Francis Be The Next Big Female Caribbean Sensation? Freetown’s Muhammed Muwakil Weighs In.
A movement to take her creative authenticity to every corner of the Caribbean and beyond, has spurred a reaction. Grenada’s Sabrina Francis has piqued the interest of one of the region’s foremost creative minds, Muhammed Muwakil of Freetown Collective. Francis’ showcase at Kafe Blue in Trinidad on September 14th, has since generated interest among music lovers as to whether a collaboration between the two is on the way.
Filled with gratitude on the ability to spark interest in Trinidad, Francis says she feels happy to have gained new fans, recalling that several persons approached her after the showcase, indicating that they were new to her music and were immediately blown away. “My trip to Trinidad and the show was everything I could have hoped for,” said Francis, highlighting the history of the venue, and the hospitality of its host – the legendary calypsonian, Carl Jacobs. “Carl is a special guy with a beautiful soul and I know I will be back in Trinidad soon so I am very happy to have made that connection,” said Sabrina.
Her second trip to showcase her style of music in T&T, the young, talented singer is growing in popularity. Her appeal stems from an effortless truth – her ability to stand firmly in her authenticity as a vocalist with proud African ancestry. It’s an appeal that almost immediately grabs her audience- an unpretentious beauty that penetrates effortlessly. “I am so touched that Muhammed made it to the show. We did speak, and I am hopeful that we will work together in the near future,” she said of the Freetown Collective frontline artiste’s interaction at the showcase.
Muhammed, in an honest expression at the event, said, “Sabrina is an amazing, amazing artiste. She opened for Freetown last year in London. Her vocals are flawless, her writing is amazing, her stage presence is just beautiful. Most likely we’ll be doing something with her in the future, but there definitely is a song I heard tonight that should be in 2026 Carnival, I feel. I think she has the ability to become one of the leading female voices in the region and it’s only a matter of time.”
Sabrina says while she isn’t a Soca artiste, she is open to experimenting with her sound. “I’m open to experimenting and trying new things. I want to return to Trinidad in the first half of next year. The work that we’re doing is to build the audience. I know Trinidad and Grenada have a lot of cultural history and similarities. I am hoping that Muhammed and I can work together soon,” she said.
Sabrina Francis’ catalogue of songs include, ‘Cocoa Tea,’ ‘Cool Me Down,’ ‘Woman’ and ‘Overflow’ among others. Her latest release is called, ‘Don’t Waste My Time.’
The young artiste’s musical style is categorized as Afro-Caribbean Pop.
For more on her amazing musical journey, follow her HERE.
