Introducing the Steel Drum Music of Sir Cedrick Luces

South Florida and the Florida Keys' most sought-after steel drum artist — and Miami’s 1991 Calypso King.

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Born in Laventille, Trinidad, the birthplace of the steel drum, Cedrick Luces (known as Sir Cedrick) has dedicated his life to sharing the soulful sounds of the islands. As a teenager, he toured Venezuela with the renowned Belmont Steel Band, honing his craft and falling deeper in love with the music of his roots.

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In his twenties, Cedrick moved to the United States, where he collaborated with some of the biggest names in jazz and Caribbean music. He played alongside celebrated jazz pannist Othello Molineaux, legendary bassist Jaco Pastorius, and esteemed saxophonist Joe Donato. Cedrick was also part of the early Miami Calypso scene, performing with pioneers like Lord Fishray and Slick, Doctor Cheeko, and Bahamian artist Ben Tinker.

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In 1986, Cedrick co-founded the New Rhythm Band with Jamaican guitar legend Ernest Ranglin, creating original, impromptu melodies and transforming them through the warm, bell-like tones of the steel drum. His style seamlessly blends calypso, jazz, and reggae into a smooth, signature sound that is distinctly his own.

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In 1991, Sir Cedrick won Miami’s Calypso King Competition with his original hit, “If You Drink My Wine,” which later became the title of one of five albums he produced with Ward Kremer throughout the 1990s. His other albums from that era include:

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• Island Riddim

• Pan Jammin

• Ready to Party

• The Best of Sir Cedrick

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Between 2000 and 2006, he continued producing new music with albums like:

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• Steel Drum Concert Volumes 1 & 2

• Welcome to the Florida Keys

• Old Time Melodies

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These, along with The Best of Sir Cedrick, are available on his website: sircedrick.com.

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Sir Cedrick has performed across the United States — from Atlanta, GA to Charleston, SC, Denver, CO, New Orleans, LA, South Florida, the Florida Keys, and the Jersey Shore. His most celebrated performances have been long-term engagements that span decades:

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• 10 years at the world-famous Holiday Isle & Tiki Bar in Islamorada, FL

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• 10 years at Hawks Cay Resort on Duck Key, FL

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• 10 years at Buzzard’s Roost in Key Largo, FL

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• 10 years at Snooks Bayside Restaurant & Bar in Key Largo, FL

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• 12 years at Jimbo’s Bar and Grill on the Boardwalk in Seaside Heights, NJ

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Today, Sir Cedrick continues to entertain crowds year-round from his home base in Melbourne, Florida.  

With his masterful steel drum performances and soulful vocals, he brings the spirit of the Caribbean to every event.

 

A true island ambassador, Sir Cedrick captures the joy, rhythm, and warmth of island music — and delivers it with every note.