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An Evening with Belafonte

Harry Belafonte · 1957

45 min · 11 tracks · folk · calypso

A vibrant tapestry of calypso rhythms and folk melodies that celebrate cultural heritage and storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent listening experience
  • cultural storytelling immersion
  • reflective late-night vibes
  • melodic journey through themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1957, 'An Evening with Belafonte' marked Harry Belafonte's rise as a leading figure in American music, following his breakout with the hit 'Day-O' just a few years prior. This album showcased his unique blend of Caribbean influences and mainstream appeal, solidifying his status as a cultural icon during the civil rights movement.
Stylistic neighbors
Miriam Makeba· Pete Seeger· Odetta

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Merci Bon Dieu 2:54
  • 2 Once Was 4:44
  • 3 Hava Nageela 3:14
  • 4 Danny Boy 5:48
  • 5 The Drummer and the Cook 3:55
  • 6 Come o My Love 4:23
  • 7 Shenandoah 3:45
  • 8 Mary's Boy Child 4:19
  • 9 Cu Cu Ru Cu Cu Paloma 5:28
  • 10 Eden Was Just Like This 2:58
  • 11 When the Saints Go Marching In 3:39

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