What is Soca Music?

If you don’t know what Soca is or haven’t experienced the vibe and energy at a Linganore festival before, here’s a little explanation from the soca King, Machel Montano.

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Soca music can be best described as “jump up music”, coming out of Trinidad and Tobago, mixes East Indian rhythms with African rhythms and calypso to formulate this high-powered music.

During carnival time we party or as we say FETE, we jump in the streets and soca music is definitely the driving force.

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As the home of the longest running wine & music festival on the East Coast, we know how to share the spirit of soca, wine, and unbeatable vibes!

Enjoy live performances, authentic Island cuisine, local artisan vendors, and unlimited wine sampling from Linganore Winecellars! 

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