Organization of Calypso Performing Artists Presents: Calypsoca The Evolution in Toronto!

The Organization of Calypso Performing Artists (OCPA) puts the genres Calypso and Soca front and centre on Sunday July 29^th, 2018 as they present Calypsoca Extravaganza 2018 - The Evolution.  

Produced in time for Toronto’s Carnival season that many refer to as CARIBANA™, the event features a performance from the 2018 Calypso King of Trinidad and Tobago, and second runner-up Mr. Helon Francis, as well as performances from reigning Calypso Monarch of Canada, Connector, and Rondel Donawa.  Making the evening additionally exceptional will be a full performance from Macomere FiFi, the most winning female Calypsonian in Canadian history.  Her catalog is widely known making her one of the most in-demand artists by fans.

Regarding the show, OCPA President Macomere FiFi recently spoke to media, including The Caribbean Camera who is a sponsor of the show, saying “this show really brings together Calypso and Soca.  One speaks to the politics of the day, and the other speaks to the ‘jump up’ factor in our culture.  We are lucky to have some of the best artists in each genre join us for a memorable night in Toronto!”

In addition to the above-named artists will be appearances by Canadian Calypso Monarchs  Guney Cedeno and Structure.  Miguel Maestre and Naki complete the cast.  Artists will be backed by Ossie Gurley and The Truth, and the show will be hosted by The Crooner.

Doors open at 5pm and showtime is 6pm.  Venue location is Sts. Peter and Paul Banquet Hall – 231 Milner Avenue (Scarborough).  Tickets are available at ticketgateway.com and select ticket outlets in the GTA (Greater Toronto Area).

About The Organization of Calypso Performing Artists (OCPA):

OCPA began as the Calypso Association of Canada.  It is the foremost organization dedicated to advancing the calypso art form and its derivatives in Canada.  It has provided a platform for calypso artists and crowned many monarchs in its thirty-seven year history.  Among these are Connector, Macomere FiFi, King Cosmos, Beginner, Structure, Pan Man Pat, Jayson, Redman, Dennis James, Skippy and Victorio.

The Naomi Cowan Mixtape: Paradise Plum!

Selector Fiyah Yout and DJ Alpha Lion from Wrd Sound Pwr officially release Naomi Cowan’s Paradise Plum mixtape to rave reviews!  

Making its debut on the Reggaeville.com website, the 9 track mix features the beauty and authenticity of Naomi’s voice.  Tracks selected for the project were done on purpose and with the intent of fans hearing the emerging vocalists talent.  Naomi covers classic songs and welcomes guests Romain Virgo (“Love of a Lifetime,” “Everything I Own”), Daviannah (“Jah Jah Children”) and Shanique Marie (“Far East Love”).

What makes the mix stand out are the choices of riddims which are sure to hold the attention of listeners.  As opposed to singing a full song on one riddim, some songs are changed midstream, giving a glimpse of the maturity of the young songstress.  Of this concept, Fiyah Yout says: “Naomi has definitely approached this project the right way.  Her performance on this mixtape is so complete, people will really take to her and will want to book her for a full stage show.  She is off to a solid start and is a rising super star.  Her voice is really that sweet.”

Fans are treated to a preview of upcoming singles “So Right” and “Manuscript Song” which were placed on classic Studio One riddims ‘Real Rock.’  The starlet will perform at Reggae Sumfest, 2018. 

Selector Fiyah Yout and DJ Alpha Lion created the Wrd Sound Pwr mixtape series to showcase the sonic talents of upcoming and established artists.  Their mixes have a global following on SoundCloud.

Track List:

1.       Paradise Plum

2.      Love of a Lifetime featuring Romain Virgo

3.      The Manuscript

4.      All That She Wants

5.      Jah Jah Children

6.      Baba Boom

7.       Real Rock Love

8.      Have You Ever (Special)

Media can listen to the mix using this link:  https://soundcloud.com/reggaeville/naomi-cowan-paradise-plum-mixtape-wrdsoundpwr-2018

About Selector Fiyah Yout:

Earning the nickname Fiyah Yout because of his selections and the heat he brings when he plays a set, the young DJ credits his Father and Godfathers for helping him discover his love and passion for music at age 11!  He is a resident DJ at Dubwise Miami and consults with artists regarding artistic direction for albums and EP’s.

Every Year Fiyah Yout and DJ partner Juvenile release the CD Global Medz which features the best Reggae artists.  Reggae artists can be featured by emailing fiyahyout@gmail.com.

Stream the latest mix >>> https://soundcloud.com/fifty-kaliba-sound/global-medz-vol3

Connect with Fiyah Yout on Instagram @fiyahyout_fiftykaliba