Calypso songs from Trinidad. Previously released recordings (1920s-1950s). Compact disc. Various performers.
Contents:
Man smart woman smarter (King Radio) (3:05). Mathilda (King Radio) (2:43) -- Human race (Lord Pretender) (3:46) -- Rum & Coca Cola (Calypso Rose) (4:09) -- Edward the VIII (Caresser) (3:07) -- Ugly woman (The Mighty Bomber) (3:00) -- Mary Ann (Lion) (2:25) -- Nora (Relator) (3:53) -- Ah Bernice (Lord Kitchener) (3:01) -- The lost watch (Duke of Iron) (2:58) -- Gold in Africa (Tiger) (3:00) -- Congo barra (Kiskedee Trio) (3:01) -- Madame Khan (Caresser) (2:54) -- La Reine maribone (Atilla) (2:51) -- Amba cay la (Sam Manning) (3:00) -- Blow wind blow (Belasco's Orchestra ; featuring Houdini) (3:05) -- Caroline (Houdini) (3:03) -- Old lady old lady (Monrose's String Orchestra) (2:55) -- Uncle Jo' gimme mo' (Houdini) (3:08) -- Man smart woman smarter (King Radio) (3:05).
Summary:
The sounds of the islands, Africa, and Europe come together in the music that is calypso. Here, this Caribbean music is highlighted with performances by some of the finest artists in the genre.
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