An extremely consistent young calypsonian who has already won the Jr. Calypso Monarchy Crown and usually places in the finals for the National Calypso Monarchy competition. More often than not, his hits have meaningful lyrics. ~ Gene Scaramuzzo, All Music Guide

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A severely underrated calypsonian who rarely makes it to the Monarchy finals but who nearly always releases an album of interest. His albums are always a talented mix of social commentary and (often risqué) party tunes. ~ Gene Scaramuzzo, All Music Guide

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A calypsonian who rarely plays a major role in carnival but who often makes a good commentary on some local issue. 1988's "Carnival Controversy" and 1989's "Sing for the Judges" show her to be unafraid to speak out against the T&T government, and these in fact represent two albums that would provide a good introduction to her music. ~ Gene... [+] Read More

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Penguin has consistently produced first-rate records during his career but has never repeated the level of popularity he enjoyed in the early 80s. ~ Gene Scaramuzzo, All Music Guide

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Among the top of the list of underrated calypsonians, Protector has yet to release a bad record. He delivers plenty of good party soca but is also very skilled at social commentary (local and global) and has several times made it to the Monarchy finals. Any Protector album is recommended. ~ Gene Scaramuzzo, All Music Guide

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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... [+] Read More

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Bassist Harry Marks founded Wizard in 1970 with guitarist George Bowser and drummer Mike Driscoll. The group released several singles that year but broke up in 1972. Marks began a solo career soon after and released one popular single, "Sad and Simple Man." ~ John Bush, All Music Guide

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