Mighty Sparrow - First Flight: Early Calypsos From The Emory Cook Collection - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

The Calypso King of the World the 'Mighty Sparrow' himself is back with a musical celebration of the vibrant island of Trinidad. Overflowing with infectious rhythms and catchy melodies, Sparrow's trademark blend of humour, political commentary, and eclectic musical influence shines through on classic Sparrow compositions including InchMotherInch and InchSee the Moon,Inch as well as breathing new life into some island favourites to create a sun-soaked, soul-stirring album from a truly adored son of the Caribbean that is sure to spice up any music collection.

The New York based electric guitar quartet Dither has established itself as one of the premiere ensembles of it's kind, cementing their reputation as keen champions of inventive composers and deft sound sculptors in the rich sonic world of the electric guitar. Their newest features works by Eve Beglarian, Jascha Narveson, James Tenney, Ted Hearne, Paula Matthusen, as well as each of the four members of the group. DITHER, a New York based electric guitar quartet, is dedicated to an eclectic mix of experimental repertoire which spans composed, improvised and electronic music. Formed in 2007, the quartet has performed across the United States and abroad, presenting new commissions, original compositions, multimedia works, and large guitar ensemble pieces. Dither's members are Taylor Levine, Joshua Lopes, James Moore and Gyan Riley.

Calypso King Mighty Sparrow (nee Slinger Francisco) is known for provocative and often bawdy lyrics, at one point describing rival Lord Melody's face as Inchugly... like a crocodile.Inch Beyond this professional rivalry, Sparrow jokes about politics (InchI am very sorry for the poor little puppy in the Russian Satellite [Sputnik]Inch) and women (Inchdarling, you are the one I love, you are my turtle doveInch). Three songs from this recording were reissued in 2000 on Calypso Awakening from the Emory Cook Collection (SFW40453) InchTeresa,Inch InchReply to MelodyInch and InchPaye.Inch