A Shot of Soca Podcast

In this very special episode of A Shot of Soca, we sit down with Allyson Williams MBE and her daughter, Symone Williams, to reflect on six decades of one of the world’s most iconic Caribbean carnivals.

Allyson’s late husband, Vernon “Fellows” Williams, was one of the founding pioneers of Notting Hill Carnival, while Symone has grown up immersed in Carnival and continues to be part of its story today.

We speak about the history and origins of Notting Hill Carnival, how it has evolved over the last 60 years, the direction it is heading in and the importance of protecting its legacy for future generations.

This is more than a conversation about Carnival. It is about community, culture, history and the people who helped build an institution that has become such an important part of Black British and Caribbean culture.
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Hosts
Annie | @anniiemai_
SuperTrini Vibes | @supertrinivibes
Guest
Alysson Williams MBE | @alyssonwilliams
Symone Williams | @symonewilliamsofficial
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In this episode of A Shot of Soca, we sat down with Zamoni to talk about his journey, his music, and his love for Antigua and Barbuda. 🇦🇬
We spoke about:
Zamoni’s musical journey and how his career has evolved
Growing up in Antigua and Barbuda and what the island means to him
Why Antigua Carnival is such a special celebration of culture and identity
The Antiguan music scene and representing his homeland through his music
If you love discovering Caribbean artists and hearing the stories behind the music, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
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Hosts
Annie - @anniiemai_
Supertrini Vibes - @supertrinivibes
Guest
Zamoni - @zamoni_yzg
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#AShotOfSoca #Zamoni #Antigua #AntiguaAndBarbuda #AntiguaCarnival #SocaMusic #CaribbeanCulture #CaribbeanDiaspora #CarnivalSeason

In this episode of A Shot of Soca, it’s all about Jordan English, Barbados and the journey behind the music.

Annie sat down with Jordan English, one of Barbados’ standout soca artists, for an honest conversation about his story, his sound and his place in Caribbean music.
They spoke about:
How he went from entrepreneur to artist
Moving from London to Barbados
How he got into music
Bashment Soca and its impact
Whether soca is too gatekept
The culture, the journey and so much moreIf you love soca, Caribbean culture and real conversations with the artists shaping the scene, this episode is for you.————————————
Hosts
Annie - @anniiemai_

Guest
Jordan English - @jordanenglishhh
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In this special episode of A Shot of Soca, it’s all about Antigua and Barbuda and Antigua Carnival.
We bring this episode in partnership with Visit Antigua and Barbuda, where we dive into everything you need to know about their upcoming UK trip for Antigua Carnival.
We sat down with MK, Mel, and Stifler - three proud Antiguans - who walked us through:
What they love most about Antigua and Barbuda
Why Antigua Carnival is a must experience
The highlights of the upcoming trip and what to expect
The culture, the vibes and why Antigua should be on your Carnival list

If you’re thinking about Antigua Carnival or just want to understand the energy of the island, this episode is for you.

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Hosts
Annie - @anniiemai_
Supertrini Vibes - @supertrinivibes

Guests
MK - @mk.vivian
Mel - @melsworld_268
Stiffler - @m.c_stiffler
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In partnership with
Visit Antigua and Barbuda - @visitantiguaandbarbuda
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We finally sat down for our Trinidad Carnival recap and this episode is a full breakdown of the season.
Supertrini Vibes gives the lowdown on his month in Trinidad, covering everything from the road experience to the fetes, the food, Tobago and all the moments that made Carnival 2026 what it was.
We also get into:
Our collaboration with Vibez On Tour and the weekender they’ll be hosting in September
60 years of Notting Hill Carnival and what that milestone means
Whether masquerade bands should launch without confirmed passes for Notting Hill Carnival
If private sections should announce which band they are with before launching
Road March in Trinidad - who really decides, and should it be left up to the masquerader?
This is a proper mix of recap, insight, and real discussion on where Carnival is now and where it’s heading.
Tap in and join the conversation.
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Hosts
Annie - @anniiemai_
Supertrini Vibes - @supertrinivibes————————————
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IG @ashotofsoca
X @ashotofsoca
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