Rant and Rave: Brooklyn's Caribbean Chat

THE RETURN: A Full Rave Finale  In this season finale, DysChick and SocaSaySo share the soca tunes that we want to hear when we go outta road – now that we can go outta road! Here’s what’s on our playlist:“Out and Bad” by Voice“The Party Crazy” by Luni Sparks & Electrify ft. Terra D Governor“Taking Attendance” by Gucci Boss“Inches” by Skinny Fabulous“Anything” by Timeka Marshall featuring College Boy Jesse“Sexy Baby (Fling It Back)” by Olatunji“After Quarantine” by Blaxx Kick off your summer by getting familiar with these awesome tunes and make sure you continue to follow us in our off-season. Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com  #Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group.  Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more.  Get 15% off when you mention BK Rant and Rave!

THE RETURN: Meh-morial Weekend  In our last episode, SocaSaySo made some predictions of what could go wrong over the biggest party weekend in the States. Well, she couldn’t have predicted this. After being cancelled for the past two years, masqueraders were excited to get back to outside! Unfortunately, outside was not ready for them. DysChick rants with guest host Ms. Jouvert (@MsJouvert) about the catastrophe that was Atlanta Carnival and why she says the city will have to work hard to earn back the public’s trust after what happened. Then we RAVE to “Can’t Stay Away” by Grenadian soca artiste Jab King. I guess Ms. Jouvert is right. Even when things go wrong, soca is a lifestyle and we can’t stay away!#Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group.  Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more.  Get 15% off when you mention BK Rant and Rave!Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

THE RETURN: Politics over People2022 kicked off H1 with a bang! That’s an unfortunate pun, but given that the United States has had more mass shootings than there are days in the year, it’s appropriate. The US has a serious gun problem yet it seems that the violence has not shaken lawmakers who seem more interested in political power than changing policies. The only policy they are considering changing is the one protecting women’s reproductive rights. DysChick and SocaSaySo get unfiltered and RANT about whether or not the government will stop putting politics over people.Then we RAVE to “High Mas” by calypso legend David Rudder. We could all use some good vibrations as we head into Memorial Weekend. #Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group.  Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more.  Get 15% off when you mention BK Rant and Rave!Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

THE RETURN: Jamila the HostDid you know that our very own SocaSaySo does more than highlight the artist and soca tunes you need to know? She’s also an event host. In this episode, she RANTs about how she got started, why she loves it, and what sets her apart from those other hosts who don’t even do costume changes?!  Then we RAVE to “Don’t Stop Carnival” by Olatunji, a Trinidadian soca artiste who will be performing at this summer’s International African Arts festival being hosted by (you guessed it) Jamila! Tickets available on Eventbrite. #Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group.  Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more.  Get 15% off when you mention BK Rant and Rave!Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

THE RETURN: DysChick’s AdventuresWe’re back! In this episode, we talk about the return to travel now that COVID mandates are being reconsidered. Not only are countries open to receiving US travelers again, but events and excursions are also back. After 2 years of not getting on a plane, DysChick returns from her vacation to tell us all about what it was like to travel with the new COVID mandates both domestically and internationally. Find out why she says she has a hard time going on vacation and what she plans to do next. Then we RAVE to “Road Trip” by Machel Montano. #Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group.  Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more.  Get 15% off when you mention BK Rant and Rave!Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

THE RETURN: Caribbean Film The pandemic is officially over! Well, maybe not. But Third Horizon is coming back to BAM. Third Horizon is an award-winning filmmaking collective dedicated to developing, producing, exhibiting, and distributing film and other art forms that give voice to stories of the Caribbean. In this episode, DysChick RANTs with the group’s Associate Director of Community Engagement, Alysia Christiani, about the return of the film festival on April 27th at BAM, the need for representation for those of us living abroad, and whether or not she thinks Hollywood is ready for an all-Caribbean cast. Then we RAVE to “Showtime” by Machel Montano, star of the film Bazodee.  Find out more about Third Horizon by visiting their website at http://thirdhorizonfilmfestival.com and following them on social media @thrdhrzn. Also, log on to StudioAnansi.tv to check out some amazing films from Caribbean filmmakers. #Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more.   Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

THE RETURN: The 80sWho didn’t love the eighties? Big hair. Crazy fashion. Madonna and Run D.M.C. on the airwaves. It was a magical time. Well, it was also a time of high crime, unemployment, a health epidemic, and due to the Cold War, tension between the US and Russia. Seems a lot like the 2020s, huh? In this episode, DysChick and SocaSaySo RANT about the surreal return to the past. Then we RAVE to “Rebecca” by Super Blue, which won Road March in Trinidad in 1983. #Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more.  Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

THE RETURN: Drunk RantThat’s right. It’s the return of the Drunk Rant! DysChick and SocaSaySo have an unfiltered RANT about the latest headlines: the Black Lives Matter controversy, the Grammy being awarded to US-based reggae band we don’t listen to, and the confirmation of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson.Then we RAVE to “Tusty” by the late, great Blaxx whose homegoing ceremony was fit for a soca legend.#Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more.  Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

THE RETURN: In Defense of the Black WomanOn Feb 25th, President Joe Biden announced his nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson for the Supreme Court. His intention was to nominate a Black woman to diversify the highest court in the land. Well, there are many who oppose this nomination and are making it clear as they interrogate– I mean, question Judge Jackson on her record and commendable legal career… no wait, they asked her to define the word “woman” and asked whether or not babies can be racist. We also note that even award shows have been forced to deal with the topic of protecting Black women based on recent events. So, are we defending Black women or nah?Then we RAVE to “Place in Life” by the late, great Blaxx. The 61-year-old soca icon recently passed away after losing his battle with COVID-19, but we will never forget his contributions to the genre.#Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more.  Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

THE RETURN: Babylon Jamaica, Jamaica! In this episode, we RANT about the recent issues in Jamaica. Reggae icon Jah Cure is once again headed to jail, but this time in The Netherlands for stabbing a promoter over nonpayment of EUR 5,000. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge make a royal visit right when the country is considering removing The Queen as head of state. And, oh bacchanal! Jamaica Carnival may have two dates this year, causing many to question whether the Carnival is a money grab rather than a celebration of culture. Then we RAVE to “Reflections” by Jah Cure. This might be the first time that our Rave is ironic. #Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more.   Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

Trinidadian soca legend Machel Montano has teamed up with Indian super yogi Sadhguru to “Save the Soil.” The campaign has already resulted in six Caribbean nations (Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, St. Lucia, St. Kitts and Nevis, Guyana, and Barbados) pledging to adopt long-term policy to safeguard soil and promote ecologically-friendly initiatives. We RANT about what this means for Caribbean tourism, the economy, and what we can do to reverse the climate crisis.   Then we RAVE to “Soil Song” featuring Machel Montano, Arjuna Harjai, Marge Blackman & Sandeep Narayan. #Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more.   Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

We are back! In this kickoff episode of Season 6 DysChick and SocaSayso RANT about the return of great things like Carnivals and fetes, and not so great things like war and racism. While it’s great to see mandates being relaxed and islands ready to bring back Carnivals, we also look at the struggle of those facing racism while living through the nightmare of war in the Ukraine. Then we RAVE to “Free Again” by DJ Private Ryan and Preedy.  #Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more.   Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

NEW YEAR, NEW MOVES: Season Recap In this episode DysChick and SocaSayso RANT about the end of the season and our own new moves. Look out for “Can I Rant?” – a debate series coming in June 2021! Then we RAVE to “Get Up and Move” by Barbadian soca singer Hypasounds. #Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more.   Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

NEW YEAR, NEW MOVES: Politics and SocaIn this episode DysChick and SocaSayso RANT about the latest hot topics from the conviction of former police officer Derek Chauvin, Marcus Braveboy’s music added to the “Fast & Furious” franchise, and why Tuff Gong’s new moves might not be that good for soca. Add your voice to pass the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act by calling (202) 499-6085. Then we RAVE to “Toxic Love” by Patrice Roberts and Ricardo Drue. #Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more.   Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

NEW YEAR, NEW MOVES: The Caribbean Steps in to Help Saint Vincent In this episode SocaSayso RANTS with Consulate General of Barbados in New York, Mackie Holder (@mackieholdercg) about Barbados’ continued efforts to aid Vincentians affected by the eruption of the La Soufrière volcano.  She also speaks to lawyer/activist Marlon Hill (@marlonhill) about how he and other soca influencers like Kubyashi and Barrie Hype are working together through their foundation www.SFLCaribbeanStrong.org.  Then we RAVE to “This Island Is Mine” by Skinny Fabulous featuring Rodney Small. #Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more.   Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

NEW YEAR, NEW MOVES: Stefon Bristol’s New MovesIn this episode DysChick RANTS with movie director Stefon Bristol about the success of his Netflix feature “See You Yesterday” and his upcoming projects “Breathe,” a dystopian film that will showcase his Guyanese and Brooklyn roots, and a quest film set in 1920s Ethiopia entitled “Gordon Hemingway and the Realm of Cthulhu.” Follow @StefonBristol on Instagram and Twitter to watch what he does next!Then we RAVE to “Vibez Again” by Nekeita who placed third in this year’s Soca Monarch.  This RAVE is dedicated to the memory of DJ Double 12.#Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more.  Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.com Follow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

NEW YEAR, NEW MOVES: Drunk Rant – Easter EditionIn this episode DysChick and SocaSaySo get unfiltered and talk about the latest soca news and hot topics. Keep an ear out for promos throughout the episode.Then we RAVE to “We Ready” by St. Vincent’s own Fya Empress.#Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more.Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

NEW YEAR, NEW MOVES: Melissa Noel’s New MovesIn this episode DysChick RANTS with Guyanese award-winning journalist Melissa Noel about her latest project Destination Diaspora. Her new video series explores the contributions to art, history, and culture by people of the African Diaspora. Virtually travel to museums, festivals, and exotic destinations as she interviews tastemakers in those regions.Follow @destinationdiaspora_ on social media, follow Melissa Noel at @livefrommelissa, or visit MelissaNoel.comThen we RAVE to “Road Trip” by soca titan Machel Montano.#Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more.  Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

NEW YEAR, NEW MOVES: Full RAVE EpisodeIn this episode DysChick and SocaSaySo feature our favorite tunes by women in Caribbean music. We let you hear what songs we are jumping up, freeingup, and leveling up to in 2021. Here’s what’s on our playlist:o “Pan Woman”o “Love Note to Carnival”o “Games”o “Deserve It All”o “My Behavior”o “I Don’t Give A”o “Back View”o “Poowah Remix”o “Lucy”o “Lockdown”#Ad: Launch your website or get customized home office support from Black-owned business Andrews Technology Group. Go to andrewstechnologygroup.com to learn more.Follow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com

NEW YEAR, NEW MOVES: L’Union Suite’s New Moves We are talking to cultural influencers who are using 2021 to take their brands to a whole new level. In this episode DysChick RANTs with CEO and founder of L’Union Suite, Whenda “Wanda” Tima. This media phenom started the Haitian cultural outlet to explore her heritage and now runs the largest website for Haitian culture, music, and community - boasting an average of 20 million site visits per week!  In 2021, Whenda is still making new moves. Her docuseries FAVZ showcases influencers in the diaspora and her next step is to build a creative co-working space. Then we RAVE to “Vacation” by Haitian-American seester Jessie Woo.  Follow L’Union Suite @lunionsuite on Twitter and Instagram, follow The Haitian-American on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/TheHaitianAmerican).  #Ad: Find your peace with tactile and aromatherapy at PocketofPeaceLiving.comFollow SocaSaySo on all social media or go to https://SocaSaySo.comFollow DysChick on all social media or go to https://DysChick.com