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Calypso Events in London
Calypso is a style of Afro-Caribbean music that originated in Trinidad and Tobago during the early 20th century, evolving from West African Kaiso and French Creole influences. Find upcoming Calypso events in London below.
Upcoming Calypso Events · London
FRI 14 AUG
SAT 15 AUG
SUN 16 AUG
BENJAI – The Ultimate Carnival Warm-Up!
Benjai, Mr Mention, DJ Mr. General, DJ Trini, DJ No Name, Mr. Redz, K Jerv
socacalypsodancehall
The Camden
Made Moments: Rooftop Sessions
Supa D, Predz Uk, El, Miracle, DNA, Crown
uk funkycalypsosoca
Aqua Nueva
BARBZ & BASHMENT: ROOFTOP EDITION
dancehallsocareggae
Egg London Nightclub
SUN 23 AUG
COLLISION presents The Ultimate Afrobeats X Soca Party
Triniboi Joocie, Silvastone, DJ Kenrick, Deejay VLM
socacalypsoafrobeats
The Orange Room
Turtles in the ALTVERSE: Pre- Carnival Party
Shadobeni, Savssounds, Pretty Privilege, Ksha, Iman Aaliyah, Black Daria, Ray Fiasco
dancehallsocabouyon
Colour Factory
Turtles in the ALTVERSE: Carnival Day Party
Shadobeni, SAVSSOUNDS, Pretty Privilege
dancehallsocabouyon
Colour Factory
TUE 25 AUG
THU 27 AUG
FRI 28 AUG
SAT 29 AUG
Soca Brunch with Triniboi Joocie & Jah Herbert
Triniboi Joocie, Jah Herbert
socacalypso
Soul Mama Islington
The After Party - Carnival Saturday!!
DJ Markee
socacalypsodancehall
Gigi’s Hoxton
SETLIFE presents Supa D (CARNIVAL WEEKEND)
Supa D
uk funkycalypsosoca
Setlist
The Mauritian Carnival Party
Kramer, Selecta J, Triple 4, Neil Maestro
segasocacalypso
Misty Shisha Lounge
SUN 30 AUG
MON 31 AUG
SAT 5 SEP
TUE 8 SEP
SAT 12 SEP
SUN 13 SEP
SAT 19 SEP
Sound profile
A vocal-driven, upbeat sound.
energy
65
danceability
78
valence
82
grit
35
organicness
85
commerciality
45
tempo
55
vocality
88
About Calypso
Calypso is a style of Afro-Caribbean music that originated in Trinidad and Tobago during the early 20th century, evolving from West African Kaiso and French Creole influences. The genre typically features syncopated 2/4 or 4/4 rhythms driven by instrumentation such as the acoustic guitar, banjo, trumpet, and the iconic steelpan. Known for its witty social commentary and storytelling, the mood is often festive yet satirical, serving as a primary vessel for political expression and news dissemination. While it shares rhythmic roots with mento and ska, calypso directly paved the way for the high-energy soca genre by blending traditional Caribbean folk elements with modern brass and percussion.
Also known as: Kaiso
Parent genre:Latin
Calypso events in London - FAQ
- What is Calypso music?
- Calypso is a style of Afro-Caribbean music that originated in Trinidad and Tobago during the early 20th century, evolving from West African Kaiso and French Creole influences. The genre typically features syncopated 2/4 or 4/4 rhythms driven by instrumentation such as the acoustic guitar, banjo, trumpet, and the iconic steelpan. Known for its witty social commentary and storytelling, the mood is often festive yet satirical, serving as a primary vessel for political expression and news disseminat…
- What Calypso events are in London?
- Mood tracks all upcoming Calypso events in London - concerts, club nights, and live shows. The calendar is updated daily with new events across all major venues. Browse the listings above to find tonight's Calypso events or upcoming shows this week.
- What are the characteristics of Calypso music?
- Calypso music scores high on vocality (88%), organicness (85%), valence (82%), and lower on commerciality (45%), grit (35%). These qualities shape the typical Calypso sound at live events and club nights.
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