Calypso

Calypso is a vibrant and rhythmic genre of music that originated in Trinidad and Tobago in the early 20th century. It is characterized by its infectious melodies, upbeat tempos, and a unique blend of African and Caribbean musical elements. Calypso lyrics often address social and political issues, using wit and satire to comment on the trials and tribulations of everyday life, as well as storytelling to pass on cultural traditions and folklore. The instrumentation typically includes drums, brass, and various percussion instruments, creating a lively sound that encourages dance and celebration. Artists like Calypso Rose and Harry Belafonte have popularized the genre globally, making it synonymous with Caribbean culture and the sound of carnival. Calypso continues to evolve, embracing new influences while maintaining its essential spirit and charm.

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Ep - 4 Tracks - Released January 16, 2026

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Bunji Garlin
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Charlie Halloran
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Dave Revels
Derrick Morgan
Destra
Dev
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EXÜMA
Edric Connor
ElectricBird
Eoin Dolan
Ezra Collective
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General Grant
Grupo Zúmbale Primo
Hypa 4000
Iwer George
Jamesy P
Joelma
Jonny Blaze
Jono Jones
Jus Jay King
Kes
King Bubba Fm
King Schascha
Kman 6ixx
Kyle Peters
Laurel Aitken
Leston Paul
Lil Rick
Lord Nelson
Lyrikal
Machel Montano
Marge Blackman
Marzville
Midnight Groovers
Motto
Muddy
Mx Prime
Mylla Karvalho
Nadia Batson
Nailah Blackman
Naks Kaseko Loko
Nat and Ish
Nina & Frederik
Nira Duarte
Olatunji
Orlando Octave
Oscar B
Panazz Players
Patrice Roberts
Pool Party
Poorsah
Precision Productions
Preedy
Problem Child
Rebeca Lindsay
Rupee
Sekon Sta
Serenata Guayanesa
Shakerhd Productions
Sheeno
Shireen B
Skarpyon
Skinny Fabulous
Skorch Bun It
Slatta
Speedy
Spikey Vybz
Spoiler
Surfaces
Swappi
Tian Winter
Tiger
Timothy
Tonga Conga
Travis World
Trini Viv
Un Solo Pueblo
Valiant
Viviane Batidão
Voice
Wapa Sakitanou
Wetty Beatz
Yung Bredda
Surfaces
Calcinha Preta
Grupo Zúmbale Primo
Harry Belafonte
Ezra Collective
Chubby Checker
Buni
Banda Calypso
Kes
Machel Montano
Joelma
Rupee
Calypso Rose
Full Blown
Bunji Garlin
Yung Bredda
Speedy
Viviane Batidão
Patrice Roberts
Travis World
Voice
Skinny Fabulous
Nailah Blackman
Precision Productions
Kman 6ixx
Lyrikal
Fruto Sensual
Jacob Desvarieux
Destra
Baron.
Rebeca Lindsay
Problem Child
Marzville
Jus Jay King
Steel Drum Island
Scrunter
Nadia Batson
Lil Rick
Derrick Morgan
Byron Lee & The Dragonaires
DJ Spider
Laurel Aitken
Olatunji
The Island Caribbean Steel Drum Band
Motto
Jonny Blaze
Dev
Coutain
AG BLAXX
Preedy
Lord Creator
Andre Toussaint
Nelieux
Un Solo Pueblo
King Bubba Fm
Jamaican Steel Band
The Gaylads
Serenata Guayanesa
Lord Tanamo
Kenny J
Roland Alphonso
Krosfyah
Dwala
Nina & Frederik
The Carnival Steel Drum Band
Owen Gray
Mx Prime
Mylla Karvalho
Arrow
Black Teacher
David Rudder
Benjai
Timothy
Tiger
Sekon Sta
Tonga Conga
Eddy Ranks
Kobo Town
Lovindeer
Wetty Beatz
Byron Lee
Doug Walker, Steel Drum Artist
Iwer George
EXÜMA
Lester Sterling
H2O Phlo
The Jolly Boys
Denis Azor
The Baba Brooks Band
Swappi
Isaac Blackman
Lynn Taitt
Orlando Octave
Steel Drums Caribbean Beach Party
The Blues Busters
Nira Duarte
Andy Narell
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Sugar Aloes
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