Calypso: Musical Poetry In The Caribbean 1955-69 (2026 Reissue)
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Soul Jazz Records’ Calypso: Musical Poetry in the Caribbean was first issued in 2014 and has been out of print for nearly 10 years. This new edition has been fully remastered and comes as a one-off limited-edition double vinyl pressing on translucent green vinyl complete with bespoke inners featuring extensive sleevenotes, notes on all the artists and songs featured, and original artwork and photography.
Featuring Lord Kitchener, The Mighty Viper, Count Zebra, Lord Flea, Lord Hummingbird, King Fighter, Lord Growler, Lord Byron, Lord Ivanhoe and other members of Calypso’s aristocracy and aristocrats, the album features the music of Calypso in its many styles.
Calypso is one of the most exciting and enduring forms of musical expression that first emerged atthe beginning of the 20th century - swinging, persuasive rhythms, brilliantly expressive melodies, and lyrics of great humour, wisdom and wit. Here you will find music from Trinidad, birthplace of Calypso, other Caribbean islands including Jamaica and the Bahamas, as well as sounds from the style’s subsequent onwards journey including Britain, Panama and the United States.
Released: June 2026
Cat: SJRLP600C
Label: Soul Jazz Records
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Tracklist
Lord Cobra y Los Pana Afros – Man On The Moon
Young Growler – Pussy Galore
Lord Hummingbird – Teenage Bossa Nova Girl
Lord Byron & Orquesta Nueva Alegria – Yes Parssin
Cyril Diaz & His Orchestra – Voodoo
Lord Flea & His Calypsonians – Out De Fire
Brownie – The Bed Bug Song
Count Zebra and The Seasiders – Cat-O-Nine
Carlos Malcolm & His Afro Jamaican Rhythm – Elena
Azie Lawrence and The Carib Serenaders – West Indians In England
Lord Cobra y Los Pana Afros – Negro Heart
Lord Kitchener – Love In The Cemetery
Charlie Binger & His Quartet – Jamaica Is The Place To Go
Mighty Dougla – Exchange No Robbery
Viper – Dog Better Than Man
Lord Kitchener – Jamaican Woman
JB Williams Band – Gee Bongo Lady
Lord Ivanhoe & His Caribbean Knights – Lift The Iron Curtain
King Fighter – People Will Talk