5060571362247

Shango / Mystery Music

King Wellington / Frends

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Format: 7"

Cat No: SNDW7026

Release Date:  28 April 2023

Label:  Soundway

Packaging Type:  Slip Sleeve (CD or Vinyl)

No of Units:  1

Barcode:  5060571362247

Genres:  R&B  Funk  

  • Description

    Soundway presents a double-sider of raw, West Indian funk from 1977.

    Led by King Wellington's 'Shango', the stand-out cut harvested from hisSooner Or Later LP finally gets the 45 treatment it deserves. Inspired by the Shango ritual with its roots in Yoruba culture, traces of Calypso music are driven by hypnotic bass and Wellington's signature vocal, making up a musical blend only found in the Caribbean.

    Hidden on the B-side, 'Mystery Music' fronted by Canadian musician Tony Springer, embarks on a dreamy, dynamic and even a touch psychedelic trip. Steel pans coupled with floating horns, electronic keyboard effects, crisp drums and subtle guitar licks cook up a soundscape baked by the Trinidad sun. While original copies climb their way to impossible-to-find status, enthusiasts will be excited to hear this sought after piece of music is available on the 45 format again.

  • Tracklisting

      Disc 1

      Side 1

      • 1. Shango

      Side 2

      • 1. Mystery Music