 An air of festivity is hardly out of place in the "World’s Greatest Street Party". Music is everywhere, as portable radios are ubiquitous on the sidewalks, beaches and in the markets of the island. It is said that Barbadians learn to dance before they learn to walk, and this early appreciation for rhythm is clearly not mitigated by the passing of years.
Barbados can boast many native forms of music, as well as many top music stars. Tuk music is one of the island’s specialities and is named for the "tuk tuk" sound of  the log drum. Calypso is also a popular genre and bands vie for the title of Calypso Monarch at the annual Crop-Over Festival. Soca is the islands’ blend of Soul and Calypso and is often referred to as the form of modern calypso. Other genres include Spouge, which is a reggae-calypso hybrid, and steel band music, most frequently played at restaurants.While all of the Bajan festivals feature music, Gospelfest, the Holetown Festival, Congaline, Holder’s Season and the Jazz Festival highlight the many musical ingenuities of our island. Come celebrate with us!
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