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12/12/2025

Bago Life celebrates our youngest team member... happy 12th Hineni

09/12/2025

Bago life abroad... what a pleasure it was to meet this beautiful soul and artiste extraordinaire, Trinbagonian, Jeanine Ruiz J9perspective this weekend at Tropicalfete in Brooklyn, New York. Her latest project Anatomic Frequencies is a nature soundscape: A visual and musical (432hz) journey inspired by nature. A special screening of Anatomic Frequencies will be available online during Winter Solstice. See www.j9perspectives.com for more information.

24/11/2025

Remembering and celebrating.... a father, husband, artist.... L'Anse Fourmi Brick Oven baked goods specialist - Earl Manswell.

24/11/2025

Remembering and celebrating....

A brief biographical video of our 2019 Laureate in Arts & Letters, Danielle Dieffenthaller, filmmaker from Trinidad & Tobago

17/11/2025

Bago Life interviews Soca Artiste Turnel Tjmax John as he sets up to create a frenzy with his "Wild" release for Carnival 2026.

It's here! We sat down with Soca star TJ Max on Enter-views with Bago Life to talk all about his Massive 2026 Carnival anthem, "WILD."Here's the full chat!Su...

10/11/2025

Sōk-D’M (Soak Dem) Genre created and coined by Kamella Carmino

Overview Sōk-D’M (pronounced “Soak Dem”) is a groundbreaking new genre created by Kamella Carmino, blending the infectious pulse of Soca with the powerful energy of EDM. Born from the heart of the Caribbean, Sōk-D’M captures the joy, freedom, and raw celebration of Carnival, then electrifies it for the global stage. It’s not just music — it’s a full-body experience. To Soak Dem means to be drenched in rhythm, culture, and spirit.

The Sound Sōk-D’M combines: The drums, chants, and steelpan roots of Soca With the synths, basslines, and drops of EDM The result is a high-energy, euphoric sound sitting between 125–132 BPM — where the heat of J’ouvert meets the lights of Tomorrowland. Expect driving percussion, soaring vocals, and massive festival-ready drops that invite every listener to feel it, live it, soak in it.

The Movement Sōk-D’M is a new global Caribbean wave — Carnival without borders, EDM with soul. It represents a fusion of cultures, a space where producers, DJs, and dancers from every background can connect through rhythm. “Sōk-D’M is about being soaked in the moment — in joy, in music, in freedom,” — Kamella Carmino, Creator of Sōk-D’M. From the streets of Port of Spain to the main stages of international festivals, the movement invites everyone to “Feel it. Live it. Soak Dem.”

Artist & Creator Kamella Carmino is a Trinidad and Tobago–based creative entrepreneur, producer, and cultural innovator. With a passion for merging Caribbean authenticity with global sound, Carmino’s vision for Sōk-D’M is to bring the rhythm and spirit of the islands into new musical territories. Her work bridges music, culture, and experience — creating a sonic language that celebrates the Caribbean as a global creative powerhouse.

Key Highlights
Genre: Sōk-D’M (Soca + EDM Fusion)
Origin: Trinidad & Tobago
Tempo Range: 125–132 BPM
Mood: Euphoric, Joyful, Liberating
Tagline: “Born in the islands. Built for the world.”
Signature Phrase: “Feel it. Live it. Soak Dem.”

Press & Booking Contact
Contact: Kamella Carmino
Email: [email protected]
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Sōk-D’M (Soak Dem) Genre created and coined by Kamella CarminoOverview Sōk-D’M (pronounced “Soak Dem”) is a groundbreaking new genre created by Kamella Carmi...

31/10/2025

When the munchies hit so hard you end up in a street dance with La Diablesse and the Lagahou. Just trying to get to Mabel's!

When the munchies hit so hard you end up in a street dance with La Diablesse and the Lagahou. Just trying to get to Mabel's!Instrumentation and vocals genera...

31/10/2025

ATTENTION TOBAGO and SOUTH OROPOUCHE. Spay and Neuter assistance for stray and homeless animals and animals cared for by lower income households.

27/10/2025

Part II - F.A.W.W. Jade Monkey Bar Tobago

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26/10/2025

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25/10/2025

De mas have to play... here is what!!!

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