Trinidadian global icon Machel Montano releases his highly anticipated new studio album,Encore, on today Friday, February 6, 2026, via his record label Monk Music. Dropping at the epicenter of Trinidad & Tobago Carnival, the album arrives as Montano continues his Encore Tour, with at least 8 more marquee performances before Carnival Monday on Monday, February 16th.
Encore features the powerful title track “Encore,” from the same creative team behind his 2025 smash hit “PARDY,” alongside standout records including “Pull D Pin” and “Move Out D Way.” The album brings together an intergenerational cast of collaborators who reflect both the foundation and future of Soca, including Skinny Fabulous, Voice, Nailah Blackman, Super Blue, Paris Coutain, litleboy, Tempa, Lil Natty & Thunda, and Mela Caribe. To mark the release, Montano will host an exclusive album listening party on the release date, February 6, at a brand-new private venue in Trinidad, offering select guests an intimate first experience of Encore ahead of Carnival’s peak.
Adding to an already historic week, Montano will also premiere his upcoming documentary, Like Ah Boss: Journey of a Soca King, which offers an intimate look into his life, legacy, and four-decade career. The film will debut with an exclusive red-carpet premiere on February 10, followed by a theatrical release on Thursday, February 12, in cinemas across Trinidad & Tobago and Guyana.
As Carnival 2026 unfolds, Encore stands not only as a new album, but as a statement - capturing an artist still pushing boundaries, honoring tradition, and continuing to elevate Caribbean culture on the world stage.
Encore features the powerful title track “Encore,” from the same creative team behind his 2025 smash hit “PARDY,” alongside standout records including “Pull D Pin” and “Move Out D Way.” The album brings together an intergenerational cast of collaborators who reflect both the foundation and future of Soca, including Skinny Fabulous, Voice, Nailah Blackman, Super Blue, Paris Coutain, litleboy, Tempa, Lil Natty & Thunda, and Mela Caribe. To mark the release, Montano will host an exclusive album listening party on the release date, February 6, at a brand-new private venue in Trinidad, offering select guests an intimate first experience of Encore ahead of Carnival’s peak.
Adding to an already historic week, Montano will also premiere his upcoming documentary, Like Ah Boss: Journey of a Soca King, which offers an intimate look into his life, legacy, and four-decade career. The film will debut with an exclusive red-carpet premiere on February 10, followed by a theatrical release on Thursday, February 12, in cinemas across Trinidad & Tobago and Guyana.
As Carnival 2026 unfolds, Encore stands not only as a new album, but as a statement - capturing an artist still pushing boundaries, honoring tradition, and continuing to elevate Caribbean culture on the world stage.
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