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“In the early '70s [the late] Ras Shorty and I took Indian dholak drumming [from chutney music, another Indo-Trinidadian creation], fused it with calypso's African rhythms, and soca was born against the wishes of the purists.”

Quote by Machel Montano

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Machel Montano is a renowned Trinidad and Tobago singer. Born on November 24, 1974, he rose to fame in the 1990s. Montano is known for his unique musical style and stage presence, making him one of the most popular artists in the Caribbean region. more

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