The Beat of Carnival

Days to celebrate freedom, culture and life: Carnival has become the party highlight throughout the world. Whether it’s the grand Mas parades of Trinidad (where the colourful street traditions began) or the buzzing summertime swell of Notting Hill, it’s the Caribbean and its diaspora that continue to hold the heart of this tradition today. Get ready for the season with Carnival-inspired playlists, essential albums, radio specials—plus, exclusive soca and dancehall mixes from rising names including Sir DJ Corey and DJ Puffy.