- ReleaseProduct
- Shango / Mystery Music
- Artist
- King Wellington / Frends
- Label
- Soundway Records
- Catalogue Number
- SNDW7026D
- Release Date
- April 28, 2023
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Vinyl 7”
$12.99
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Soundway presents a double-sider of raw, West Indian funk from 1977. Led by King Wellington's 'Shango', the stand-out cut harvested from his Sooner 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 Toney 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.
Digital Tracklist
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1
Shango
King Wellington
3:32
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Shango
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Mystery Music
Frends
3:45
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Mystery Music
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