Ravi B tops Chutney Soca

He was followed closely by the other runaway crossover hit – “Ramsingh Sharma” by Omardath Maharaj, with two points separating the top artistes.

Thirty-three artistes performed last Saturday at LIV Nightlife in La Romaine, at what was an essential scale back of the semi-final round. Smaller budgets by corporate TT have resulted in cutbacks by sponsors and this has forced producers to find innovative ways to deliver this major annual event. Sponsors who came forward include NLCB, 103FM, USHARE Caribbean, Firepower Fireworks, Southex, and the Ministry of Community Development, Culture & The Arts.

Nine artistes will move forward to compete against the defending champion, KI Persad on February 11, at Skinner Park, San Fernando.

The ‘World’s Ultimate Chutney Challenge’ will also be featured at the grand final with ten top artistes competing with some of the biggest hits in the history of chutney music.

Finalists for the Chutney Soca Monarch are:
1. Michael Ramroop aka Showtime
2. Ravi B
3. Rick Ramoutar
4. Rikki Jai
5. Nishard Mayrhoo
6. Omardath Maharaj
7. Rooplal G
8. Lalchan Babwah (Hunter)
9. Shivan R & Slammer Cutter

Finalist in the The World’s Ultimate Chutney Challenge
1. Omardath Maharaj – “Ring Bang”
2. Drupatee – “Mr Bissessar”
3. Rikki Jai – “Mor Tor”
4. Sam Boodram – “Lalana Koosie”
5. Terry Gajraj – “Guyana Baboo”
6. Rasika Dindial – “Maticoor Night”
7. Rakesh Yankeran – “Mousie”
8. Devanand Gattoo – “Payalia”
9. Chris Garcia – “Chutney Bacchanal”
10. Adesh Samaroo – “Rajin”