Calypso music refers to a type of vibrant and rhythmic music originating from the Caribbean, particularly Trinidad and Tobago. It often features lively beats, storytelling lyrics, and a mix of African and European musical influences. Full definition
Walking into Nari Ward's retrospective Sun Splashed at the ICA Boston, you are greeted with calypso music piping out of a bright yellow bodega awning that reads HAPPY SMILERS in... (bigredandshiny.org)
Walking into Nari Ward's retrospective Sun Splashed at the ICA Boston, you are greeted with calypso music piping out of a bright yellow bodega awning that reads HAPPY SMILERS in kitschy font. (bigredandshiny.org)
Speaking of musicians, we were fortunate enough to interview Eddy Grant, best known to North Americans for his hit reggae songs «Romancing the Stone,» «Electric Avenue,» and «Baby Come Back,» but now is becoming famous for his efforts to preserve the history of calypso music. (fieryfoodscentral.com)