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Kaiso Stories

Other Dimensions In Music · 2011

74 min · 8 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of jazz and Caribbean rhythms, weaving intricate melodies with improvisational flair.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Maryanne Revisited — This nearly 14-minute opener encapsulates the album's spirit, seamlessly blending improvisation with structured themes while reflecting on lived experiences.
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    Kitch Goes Home — This track pays homage to the legendary calypsonian The Mighty Sparrow, intertwining narrative storytelling with rhythmic complexity that captures the essence of Kaiso.
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    An Open Letter — Delving into socio-political themes, this piece stands out for its reflective nature and showcases the collective's ability to merge meaning with musicality.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Maryanne Revisited 13:32
  • 2 Three Friends Advised 15:24
  • 3 Kitch Goes Home 7:35
  • 4 Saltfish Refried 10:46
  • 5 John Gilman Wants Tobacco 1:56
  • 6 An Open Letter 10:01
  • 7 De Night a de Wake 6:44
  • 8 We Is We Trini 8:23

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