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Shadow

 
Artist: Shadow
  • Active: '70s, '80s, '90s
  • Genres: World
  • Instrument: Bass
  • Representative Albums: "Best of Shadow, Vol. 1", "Deep
  • Representative Songs: "Tension", "Bad Boy Peter", "Garden Want Water

Biography

There are many calypso lovers who await Shadow's annual release more than that of any other calypsonian. Like Stalin and just a handful of others, Shadow is a totally unique calypsonian; there is no other like Shadow. Since 1974 and his landmark composition "De Bassman," he has never failed to deliver some of the toughest basslines, most infectious grooves, and most original compositions of anyone in the Caribbean. On top of all this, he has a low, authoritative voice that lends an air of truth and finality to all he sings. His social and political commentaries are delivered in such a clever way (and propelled as they are by his unique soca beat) that the messages often sink in subliminally, a testimony to his unique lyrical skills. With this in mind, how does one narrow down his nearly 20 records to a handful of recommendations? ~ Gene Scaramuzzo, All Music Guide
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