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This is "Calypso"—no, really, not just a Calypso song but a song named "Calypso" brought to us by Freetown Collective. We believe you will love it because it's a powerful ode to storytelling, memories, and musical legacies.
Now, this just in. I received a call from Mr. Desmond this morning and he mentioned that I'm putting too much writing into these posts. As a result, we will be as brief as we can from now on.
The song was written by Muhammad Muwakil, Lou Lyons, Mevon Soodeen, and Kitwana Israel, featuring rich layers of live brass, guitars, and bass vibes. This production by AdvoKit Productions feels like a bridge between eras. The energy recalls classics like Machel Montano and Kerwin Dubois' "Possessed," while honoring the giants who shaped our sound.
So there you have it, and Deso, I do hope this review fits your reading criteria. This song, dear friends, feels like one we can describe as 'a keeper of the flame'—carrying mother calypso's spirit forward with reverence and embodying the spirit of our ancestors.'
Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Calypso (Keepers Of The Flame)
Artist/Performed by: Freetown Collective
Written by: Muhammad Muwakil, Lou Lyons, Mevon Soodeen & Kitwana Israel
Additional Background Vocals by: Muhammad Muwakil, Lou Lyons & Kitwana Israel
Guitars by: Lou Lyons
Bass by: Rodney Alexander
Brass Arrangement by: Kenny Phillips
Live Brass Played by: Sax. Oral Rodriguez, Bone. David Jacob’s & Tpt. Roger Jaggassar
Produced, Mixed & Mastered by: AdvoKit Productions
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago
Genre: Calypso ?
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