Ewing R. Samuels III Releases Groundbreaking New Project
“ICONIC BELIZEAN SOCA, VOL. I” —
21 SONGS THAT MARK THE NEW ERA OF BELIZEAN SOUND
Samuels, and Exile Entertainment/Iconic Music Group (IMG) proudly announce the worldwide release of Iconic Belizean Soca, Vol. I — a bold, passionate, and masterfully produced 21-song album by global creative force Ewing R. Samuels III, the Belizean-born, California-raised musical savant whose work has shaped the sound of multiple genres for over 30 years.
With this album, Samuels returns to his Belizean roots, delivering more than just another soca/dancehall compilation — this is a cultural offering, a sonic revival, and a historic declaration. A fusion of Belizean rhythm, Creole cadence, and Garifuna undertones, Iconic Belizean Soca, Vol. I balances the infectious energy of traditional Caribbean soca with the specific heartbeat of Belize — a country with its own distinct musical flavor, often overshadowed by the more commercially dominant islands.
“This album is Belize. This album is home,” says Samuels. “I didn’t just want to make soca — I wanted to make Belizean soca, rooted in our own voices, grooves, heart and spirit. We have our own rhythm. This project is that proof.”
A MODERN CARIBBEAN SOUND — THROUGH A BELIZEAN LENS
Samuels’ production is clean, lush, and emotionally grounded — fusing tropical elements of reggae, dancehall, and Afro-Caribbean percussion with modern-day pop sensibilities and cinematic arrangements. The result is a sound that is undeniably global, yet still authentically Belizean — vibrant, rhythmic, and alive. These are not just Soca songs, but unmistakably ‘hit records‘.
Each track is a storytelling moment, featuring a diverse and gifted roster of regional artists:
- Kairo Egypt – Ain’t Nothing Like Love
- Osei & Gemini – Barefoot
- Juni – Caribbean Queen
- Kymani-G – Chef, Nice Up
- Lidani – Cool Me Down
- Kaiso Reign – Dem No Worry We
- Zoe Kraven – Empress
- Flexxx – Goodness
- Malakai – My Loving
- Quentel – No Place I’d Rather Be
- Chante Blu – No Waste Mi Time
- Belvedere – She Might Be The 1
- Ameera – Stamina
- Tyrell – Sweat
- Manassa – The Way You Look at Me
- Cayetano – U Belong 2 Me
- Dean Palacio – You Gimme Fever
- Tempo King – Your Body Talking 2 Me
- Seyrie – Yuh Look Real Good
From love ballads to high-energy bashments, these artists deliver powerful performances while Samuels’ fingerprints remain unmistakably present — warm basslines, tight snares, and melodic hooks rooted in the streets, beaches, cayes and spirit of Belize.
Listen to Iconic Belizean Soca, Vol. I here on YouTube:
BELIZE STEPS FORWARD IN THE GLOBAL SOCA CONVERSATION
Iconic Belizean Soca, Vol. I is more than an album — it’s a cultural landmark. Soca has long been defined by its Trinidadian origins, but Samuels has expanded the narrative. Belize, with its Garifuna drums, brukdown swing, Kriol tongue, and Afro-Latin undertones, has a voice of its own. And now, that voice is amplified to the world.
“Samuels is not following the trend — he’s resetting the standard,” says Carlyle Rothschild (Chairman of Skyview, Inc.). “He’s introduced a Belizean soundscape that honors tradition, yet is entirely forward-thinking. This album is a reset button. And the ripple effect is only starting.”
Now Streaming on All Major Platforms
Visit www.ewingsamuels.com for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, artist interviews, visuals, and full access to Samuels’ expanding global empire.
Iconic Belizean Soca, Vol. I is available now on Spotify, Apple Music, TIDAL, Amazon Music, and all major digital platforms. Accompanying visual content now premiered on YouTube under the official Iconic Music Group channel, offering audiences around the world a visual taste of the Belizean flavor behind the music.
This release is the latest chapter in Samuels’ storied career — one defined by innovation, independence, and excellence. But for Belize, it’s the first step in a much larger movement — one where the sounds of the Jewel claim their rightful place on the global stage.
Album Release Date: May 29, 2025
Label: Exile Entertainment/Iconic Music Group (IMG)
Available On: All major streaming platforms worldwide
World Premiere Music Videos: YouTube – @ewingrsamuelsiii
All songs available for licensing
Part of a 1,000-song original music catalog
Publishing acquisition inquiries welcome
