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Soca Brain Kooler 2019

Written by: Nekisha Cyrus

Following in the footsteps of events such as Prestige, Soka in Moka and QRC fete, to name a few popular carnival events hosted by many college’s past students association, the Chaguanas Senior Comprehensive Old Boys held their second annual cooler fete, ‘Soca Brain Kooler’ on Saturday 2nd February, 2019 at the Chaguanas North Secondary School.

 

 

This year’s event featured soca acts such as Nadia Batson, 5 Star Akil, Terri Lyons, Ricardo Drue, College Boy Jesse and Cali Gray.

 

Ricardo Drue performing LIVE at Soca Brain Kooler

However it was Patrice Roberts who stole the show performing her new power soca release ‘Judgement Stage’, and even joined the crowd as she gave them a taste of what is to be expected on Carnival Monday and Tuesday on the road.

 

Patrice Roberts performing ‘Judgement Stage’ Live

According to patrons, this year’s event was bigger, better and is well on its way gaining more popularity in the carnival circuit. Special thanks to the Management, Staff & Sponsors and we look forward to next year’s offering.

 

*Special thanks to the Chaguanas Senior Comprehensive Old Boys Management and staff, also to the Sponsors: NLCB, Coca Cola and Guinness.

 

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