Rebellion Riddim (2021) – Affinity Sound

A tight two-cut soca session from Affinity Sound, Rebellion Riddim keeps the focus on the groove rather than spectacle, with Iwer George’s “Share The Live” and Genelle Bharat’s “Jouvert Illusion” riding the same lean framework. There’s a clear Trinidad carnival pulse here, but it’s kept stripped and purposeful, with the production leaning on a clipped kick, bright melodic accents, and enough low end to keep the thing moving without ever getting busy. That economy suits both voices: Iwer George pushes the chant-like energy of the title track, while Bharat’s cut feels a touch more atmospheric and early-morning in tone. As a 2021 Affinity Sound release, it sits in that practical, road-ready soca lane where the arrangement stays compact and the bass pattern does the heavy lifting.