A musical arrival

Chutney soca music is much more than fete and rum. It is an oral tradition, a time capsule, a vehicle through which Indo-Caribbean artistes continue to honour the legacies that brought them to these shores.

As Trinidad and Tobago marks Indian Arrival Day today, several leading performers in the genre reflect on how their music preserves cultural memory, connects generations, and redefines identity.

For Ravi B (Ravi Bissambhar), frontline singer of the band Karma, the occasion resonates as more than a national holiday.

“Indian Arrival Day holds deep meaning for me, not just as a public holiday, but as a reminder of the strength, sacrifice, and spirit of our ancestors who came to these shores with nothing but hope and faith in their hearts,” Ravi said. “Their journey laid the foundation for everything we are today.” Read More