Disco Dance6, 1989 Rootsman – Soca Ambassador By Bas Springer †

ROOTSMAN: “Soca Ambassador” div. BPM (LP Love People Records LPL 010, import)

Soca, the modern version of calypso, gained popularity thanks to artists like The Mighty Sparrow and Arrow, who are trying to conquer the Caribbean from New York. On “Soca Ambassador”, Rootsman proves that he has the potential to rival The Mighty Sparrow in the future. The album features six perfectly produced soca tracks, each one worthy of being released as a single. The only thing Rootsman lacks at this stage is the arrogance that established soca singers are known for.