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Mighty Sparrow
33,964 listeners
Slinger Francisco, better known as The Mighty Sparrow, affectionately dubbed, The Birdie is the unrivaled Calypso King of the World, with a… read moreSlinger Francisco, better known as The Mighty Sparrow, affectionately dubbed, The Birdie is the unrivaled Calypso King of the World, with a career that spans over 40 years and counting. This artist par excellence has earned his rightful … read moreSlinger Francisco, better known as The Mighty Sparrow, affectionately dubbed, The Birdie is the unrivaled Calypso King of the World, with a career that spans over 40 years and counting. This artist par excellence has earned his rightful place as "King of the Calypso World" by defeating … read more -
Lord Creator
53,771 listeners
Lord Creator (born Kentrick Patrick in San Fernando, Trinidad and Tobago on 21 August 1935; died 30 June 2023) was a Trinidadian-born calyp… read moreLord Creator (born Kentrick Patrick in San Fernando, Trinidad and Tobago on 21 August 1935; died 30 June 2023) was a Trinidadian-born calypso, R&B, ska, and rocksteady artist who moved to Jamacica in 1959. Remembered for writing and … read moreLord Creator (born Kentrick Patrick in San Fernando, Trinidad and Tobago on 21 August 1935; died 30 June 2023) was a Trinidadian-born calypso, R&B, ska, and rocksteady artist who moved to Jamacica in 1959. Remembered for writing and recording the song "Kingston Town" (later recorded… read more -
Lord Beginner
15,583 listeners
Egbert Moore (1904–1981) known as Lord Beginner, was a popular Trinidadian calypsonian. Moore was born in Port-of-Spain in Trinidad. Accord… read moreEgbert Moore (1904–1981) known as Lord Beginner, was a popular Trinidadian calypsonian. Moore was born in Port-of-Spain in Trinidad. According to AllMusic: "After attracting attention with his soulful singing in Trinidad and Tobago,… read moreEgbert Moore (1904–1981) known as Lord Beginner, was a popular Trinidadian calypsonian. Moore was born in Port-of-Spain in Trinidad. According to AllMusic: "After attracting attention with his soulful singing in Trinidad and Tobago, Lord Beginner was sent by expatriate Portuguese businessman… read more -
The Lion
6,594 listeners
Roaring Lion (born Rafael de Leon, Aroquita, Trinidad, British Trinidad and Tobago, February 22, 1908; died July 11, 1999) was one of the g… read moreRoaring Lion (born Rafael de Leon, Aroquita, Trinidad, British Trinidad and Tobago, February 22, 1908; died July 11, 1999) was one of the greatest calypsonians (calypso singer/composers) of the 20th century. His 65-year career began in t… read moreRoaring Lion (born Rafael de Leon, Aroquita, Trinidad, British Trinidad and Tobago, February 22, 1908; died July 11, 1999) was one of the greatest calypsonians (calypso singer/composers) of the 20th century. His 65-year career began in the early 1930s and he is best known for his compositions “Ug… read more -
Lord Invader
17,360 listeners
Lord Invader (Rupert Westmore Grant; 13 December 1914 – 15 October 1961) was a prominent calypsonian with a very distinctive, gravelly voic… read moreLord Invader (Rupert Westmore Grant; 13 December 1914 – 15 October 1961) was a prominent calypsonian with a very distinctive, gravelly voice. He was born in San Fernando, Trinidad. He became active in calypso in the mid-1930s, and was co… read moreLord Invader (Rupert Westmore Grant; 13 December 1914 – 15 October 1961) was a prominent calypsonian with a very distinctive, gravelly voice. He was born in San Fernando, Trinidad. He became active in calypso in the mid-1930s, and was considered a country bumpkin by his contemporaries, because of… read more -
Tommy McCook & The Supersonics
31,584 listeners
George Tucker - Guitar Hugh Malcolm - Drums Tommy McCook - Tenor Sax Lester Sterling - Alto Sax Lyn Taitt - Lead Guitar Winston Wright - O… read moreGeorge Tucker - Guitar Hugh Malcolm - Drums Tommy McCook - Tenor Sax Lester Sterling - Alto Sax Lyn Taitt - Lead Guitar Winston Wright - Organ Ranny "Bop" Williams - Rhythm Guitar Danny Simpson - Trombone Tommy McCook describe… read moreGeorge Tucker - Guitar Hugh Malcolm - Drums Tommy McCook - Tenor Sax Lester Sterling - Alto Sax Lyn Taitt - Lead Guitar Winston Wright - Organ Ranny "Bop" Williams - Rhythm Guitar Danny Simpson - Trombone Tommy McCook described the Supersonics as being in existence from 1965 to the ear… read more -
Nora Dean
58,399 listeners
Letetia Leonora McLean best known as Nora Dean (January 8, 1944 – 29 September 2016) was a Jamaican reggae and later gospel recording artis… read moreLetetia Leonora McLean best known as Nora Dean (January 8, 1944 – 29 September 2016) was a Jamaican reggae and later gospel recording artist, best known for her 1970 hit "Barbwire". Born in St. Catherine, Jamaica, Nora Dean rec… read moreLetetia Leonora McLean best known as Nora Dean (January 8, 1944 – 29 September 2016) was a Jamaican reggae and later gospel recording artist, best known for her 1970 hit "Barbwire". Born in St. Catherine, Jamaica, Nora Dean recorded as a member of The Soulettes (with Rita Marley) and Th… read more -
The Mighty Terror & His Calypsonians
6,084 listeners
Fitzgerald Henry (January 13, 1921 – March 14, 2007), better known as the Mighty Terror, was a Trinidadian calypsonian. His career started … read moreFitzgerald Henry (January 13, 1921 – March 14, 2007), better known as the Mighty Terror, was a Trinidadian calypsonian. His career started in 1947 and in 1953 arrived in England. On arrival in England, he went first to London. In his own… read moreFitzgerald Henry (January 13, 1921 – March 14, 2007), better known as the Mighty Terror, was a Trinidadian calypsonian. His career started in 1947 and in 1953 arrived in England. On arrival in England, he went first to London. In his own words: "I jump in a taxi and I say, Do you know of a g… read more -
Young Tiger
12,540 listeners
George Browne (May 4, 1920 – March 23, 2007), better known as the Young Tiger, was a Trinidadian calypso musician. Born Edric Browne in Por… read moreGeorge Browne (May 4, 1920 – March 23, 2007), better known as the Young Tiger, was a Trinidadian calypso musician. Born Edric Browne in Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago, where his childhood was imbued with the African traditions of S… read moreGeorge Browne (May 4, 1920 – March 23, 2007), better known as the Young Tiger, was a Trinidadian calypso musician. Born Edric Browne in Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago, where his childhood was imbued with the African traditions of Shango and Spiritual Baptist Shouting, he assumed the name Ge… read more -
Lord Melody
6,309 listeners
Lord Melody (1926 – 26 September 1988) was a popular calypsonian, best known for singles such as the self-deprecating "Boo Boo Man&quo… read moreLord Melody (1926 – 26 September 1988) was a popular calypsonian, best known for singles such as the self-deprecating "Boo Boo Man", "Shame & Scandal", "Jonah and the Bake", "Juanita" and "… read moreLord Melody (1926 – 26 September 1988) was a popular calypsonian, best known for singles such as the self-deprecating "Boo Boo Man", "Shame & Scandal", "Jonah and the Bake", "Juanita" and "Rastaman Be Careful". Melody's career spanned som… read more