Internationally renowned soca singer Alison Hinds, better known as the ‘Queen of Soca’, is returning to Suriname after nearly thirty years. The artist is eagerly looking forward to her performance during Soca to The Bone, where she will perform, among other songs, her popular hit ‘Faluma’.
For Hinds, her return to Suriname is special. According to the singer, it has been about thirty years since she last performed for the Surinamese public. She is looking forward to meeting her fans again and experiencing the energy of Caribbean soca music with them.
According to Raynel Dalen of Xeno Events, the organisation behind Soca to The Bone, Hinds is enthusiastic about her upcoming performance. The singer wants to give her Surinamese fans an unforgettable musical experience.
More international artists to come
Alison Hinds is the first international artist to be officially announced for Soca to The Bone. According to Dalen, more foreign artists will be announced in the coming period.
By attracting international acts, Xeno Events aims not only to increase the appeal of the event, but also to position Suriname more prominently as a destination for soca music and Caribbean events.
Dalen emphasises that Soca to The Bone is more than a music party. According to him, the event should contribute to the development, visibility and preservation of Surinamese soca culture.
“Everyone who comes to Soca to The Bone contributes to the future of our culture, our heritage and the overall experience surrounding it. Since the first edition, we have contributed to our soca culture. That makes the event special. It is not only about a party, but above all about the experience surrounding it,” Dalen said.
Preparations for the event are progressing smoothly, according to the organiser. He is also satisfied with ticket sales. According to Dalen, interest is high.
Alison Hinds continues international tour
After her performance in Suriname, Hinds will continue her international appearances. A show is scheduled in Boston on November 28, followed by a performance in New York on December 19. On December 24, she will perform in St. Croix in the US Virgin Islands.
On her Facebook page, the singer enthusiastically reflects in a video on her musical activities in 2026.
“I am blessed to have been able to bring the music, the energy and the authentic Bajan and Caribbean vibes all over the world in 2026. And we are not done yet!” Hinds says.
With her return to the Surinamese stage, Soca to The Bone gains an international crowd-puller. The organisation hopes not only to bring soca enthusiasts together, but also to contribute to the further development of Suriname within the regional soca world.
