This rare mid-century pressing from RCA Victor represents a significant moment in Caribbean music history as it features the acclaimed Trinidadian calypsonian Lord Bryner during his creative peak. Recorded and manufactured in the West Indies, the record showcases the talent of Kade Simon, who famously adopted his stage name and shaved head in homage to Hollywood actor Yul Brynner. The A side Come With Me and B side My Doolahin were released in 1962, the same landmark year that Lord Bryner made history by winning the Trinidad and Tobago Independence Calypso Contest, defeating legendary contemporaries like the Mighty Sparrow. Backed by the RCA All-Stars Recording Orchestra under the direction of J Lewis, these tracks exemplify the sophisticated calypso arrangements of the era.
Collectors of authentic world music and vintage vinyl will value this piece for its deep cultural roots and its association with a performer who once counted a young Bob Marley among his backup singers. This 45 RPM single on the iconic maroon RCA Victor label is a essential artifact for any enthusiast of West Indian musical heritage or the golden age of calypso.
