Esso Trinidad Steelband – July 1971 – Calypso / Steelpan / World (Vinyl)

Esso Trinidad Steelband – July 1971 – Calypso / Steelpan / World

Warner Bros. – WS 1917 | Vinyl – Canadian Release

Tracklist

Side A Apeman – I Want You Back – Cecilia – If – Play Mas – I’m Falling in Love

Side B Sabre Dance – Come to the Sunshine – Masquerade – Mangoes – Sugar – Hungary Rag – Guns of Navarone – Sunny Rag – Apache

Released in 1971, July 1971 captures the vibrant energy of the Esso Trinidad Steelband, blending calypso rhythms with pop covers and original compositions. Produced by Van Dyke Parks, the album features lush arrangements and standout steelpan performances, including “Sabre Dance” and “Come to the Sunshine.”

The Canadian pressing delivers warm analog fidelity and a tropical flair, making this a standout piece for collectors of world music and vintage steelband recordings.

Condition 10 of 10

Jacket ✅ 7 - wrinkled quite a bit

Vinyl ✅ 10 both sides

Labels ✅ 10

Listing # ✅ R69