On this episode we sit down with producer and artiste Robbi Niles and Ms. Pan to discuss the music industry in Barbados, specifically as it relates to soca music industry, its seasonal nature, our thoughts of the 2022 season and the way the industry can evolve.

A very special episode of Lower It Up ft. Olivia from Hashtag Balance & Ms. Pan where we take a look back at the 2022 Crop Over Festival!

Episode14, our final episode of Lower It Up for Crop Over 2022! We talk with Ms. Donna Barker, Senior Health Promotion Officer in the Ministry of Health and Wellness all about how to avoid COVD-19 this season, especially reminding you that the virus is not gone and we should all be doing all we can to keep ourselves, our family, our friends and our community safe. Iz a we ting! I protect you, you protect me, we protect each other. We discuss the importance of still following and adhering to protocols and following advice around how to avoid the virus. Ms. Barker also gives us important information about monkeypox, keeping you informed about this new virus and all the correct information about this new virus and how you can avoid it should it spread in Barbados.

We sit down to talk to our new cohost Megghan and find out more about her. Prepare to hear her voice a lot more! We also had a chat with Anthony from Esquire Entertainment, the company behind Bliss all about what people should expect from the event this year, clearing up some rumours, talking about the future of Esquire Entertainment as well as discussing the future of Crop Over and the Barbadian Orange Economy.,

Episode 12 is one of our biggest episodes yet! We are joined by a number of heavy hitter brands for the Crop Over season and titans in the Barbadian entertainment arena: Oh Ship, Rum Punch: Good Evening, Waves and Soca On De Hill. Get into this episode!

On this episode we talk to Joyann from WMBY Inc. about Crop Over, its future, the direction of the Festival and the way that Crop Over and the Orange Economy can benefit Barbados in a massive way. We also talk to Andwele and Reko Chase from Vibe Nation about their Crop Over 2022 event, Vibe Land: Tales of the Road ( Chapter 3) and what patrons can expect from the event and what they can look forward to in this latest installment. Last but most certainly not least is young artist Tionne Hernandez who talks to us about her musical journey as well as her track 'Slow Wine' for Crop Over 2022.

Episode 10 already!!! We sit down with Rhea Layne and Akhnaten Burrowes to discuss their musical journey, the challenges they face as artistes and creatives, the problems they face as musical artistes in the Crop Over arena, the way artistes survive and how we can all play an important part in Crop Over and the Orange Economy of Barbados.

We got a chance to sit down with Nadia from the legendary Puff of Colour about their upcoming event and what patrons can expect from POC for Crop Over 2022. We also talk to promoter Mr. Jucks about his brand new event Budget Fete, where he tries to recapture the old vibe of Crop Over and have an affordable event that brings ultimate music and vibes for patrons. Last but not least, We talk to Cristal-Ann from She Markets WEC (Women's Empowerment Clique) about their upcoming pop up shop at Hilton Barbados on July 10th.

This episode we talk to Tremayne from Awaken, one of the Crop Over mainstays that many people look forward to. This all-inclusive event is seen as the Crop Over starter and is a must-attend for many people, especially those who are "grown and sexy". We also talk to Jeremy and Khadijah from Epiphany Events abut their event 'Pace' and one thing is for sure, this event intends to bring the vibes and energy for Crop Over. We get hyped up with Epiphany about Pace and all the plans they have in store for their supercharged event.

Episode Seven of our new Lower It Up Podcast is here! We talk to Gorg from Super Lynks, Khadija from Kloth Pop-up Shop & Expo and also Olivia from Body Silk (who will also be at the Kloth Pop-Up Shop).

Episode 6 has landed! We take a break from interviewing Crop Over brands to give our thoughts about Crop Over, its evolution, the way it intersects with the Orange Economy of Barbados and the way forward for the festival. We also talk to Jess from CropOverWeGo and Ask For Jess to discuss the festival, our views of Crop Over 2022 and what we believe is the way forward.