Calypso In New York
Inspired improvisation and compelling rhythms, created by piano, small orch… Read Full Bio ↴Inspired improvisation and compelling rhythms, created by piano, small orchestra, and sometimes a drum and hand clapping, characterize these performances, which Lord invader (Rupert Westmore Grant, 1914-1962) recorded for Moses Asch in the 1940s and 1950s. Whether recounting events in Trinidad, describing his experiences in New York City, performing traditional songs, or criticizing American racism, Lord Invader combines rhythms and ideas in his unique calypsonian fashion. Thirteen of the 26 tracks are released here for the first time. Extensive annotations by John Cowley include lyrics, bibliography, and discography. 73 minutes. 32-page booklet. Compiled and annotated by John Cowley.
COUNTRY(S) Trinidad and Tobago; United States
CULTURE GROUP(S) African Caribbean
KEYWORD(S) Calypso (Music)
INSTRUMENT(S) Vocals
YEAR OF RELEASE 2000
RECORD LABEL Smithsonian Folkways Recordings
SOURCE ARCHIVE Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage
CREDITS Produced by John Cowley ; Artist Lord Invader ; Recorded by Moses Asch ; Compiled by John Cowley ; Cover photo by David Gahr ; Photography by William Gottlieb ; Mastered by Pete Reiniger ; Design by Sonya Cohen Cramer
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Calypso In New York
Lord Invader Lyrics


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