Lord Melody Sings Calypso
The legendary calypsonian Lord Melody (née Fitzroy Alexander) put together the songs on this recording in a matter of days, but it is a superb demonstration of the genre. A dynamic performer known for his wit, creativity and charm, Lord Melody is backed by the vocal group March of Dimes Quartette and the Cyril Diaz Orchestra and is joined by Marjorie Johnson on "Sack Dress." "Carnival Proclamation" was reissued in 2000 on Calypso Awakening from the Emory Cook Collection (SFW40453).
Track Listing
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101
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Are You Guilty? | Lord Melody | 3:20 | |
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102
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Canada So Cold | Lord Melody | 3:09 | |
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103
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Peddlers | Lord Melody | 3:14 | |
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104
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Moses | Lord Melody | 2:49 | |
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105
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Carnival Proclamation | Lord Melody | 2:43 | |
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106
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Princess Margaret | Lord Melody | 3:30 | |
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201
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Michael (remove your face) | Lord Melody | 3:10 | |
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202
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Long Time Story | Lord Melody | 3:10 | |
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203
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Sack Dress | Lord Melody | 3:25 | |
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204
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Margie | Lord Melody | 3:39 | |
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205
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Wait For Me | Lord Melody | 3:47 | |
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206
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Sugar Pie | Lord Melody | 2:51 |
Album Info
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