Lord Melody - Desperadors The Eyes Of Trinidad

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Desperadors The Eyes Of Trinidad: A Raw Slice of Calypso Gold That Still Kicks Ass Alright, let’s get into this. Desperadors The Eyes Of Trinidad by Lord Melody isn’t just some dusty relic from 1967—it's a punchy little record that smacks you in the face with its island vibes and raw storytelling. Released under Greenbay Recording Company back when music still had soul (yeah, I said it), this album is straight fire for anyone who digs Folk, World, Country, and Reggae vibes but wants something sharper—something Calypso. And trust me, once you hear these tracks, they stick to your brain like gum on hot asphalt. First up, “Desperadors.” Damn. This track hits hard. It’s got that classic Calypso rhythm, all bouncy and loose, but there’s an edge here—a grittiness that makes it feel alive. Lord Melody doesn’t mess around; his voice cuts through like he’s spitting truths at a street corner, not singing in a studio. You can almost picture him leaning into the mic, sweat dripping as he lays down lines about outlaws and chaos. It’s catchy as hell too—don’t act surprised if you catch yourself humming it while stuck in traffic or zoning out during some boring meeting. Then there’s “The Eyes Of Trinidad,” which feels like peeking through a keyhole into another world. The lyrics are vivid, man. Like, you’re not just listening—you’re seeing Trinidad unfold right in front of you. The steel drums slap, the bassline grooves, and Lord Melody’s delivery? Pure charisma. He doesn’t overdo it, either. There’s no auto-tune nonsense or polished perfection here—just real-ass music made by someone who lived it. Every time this track comes on, I’m transported. Not to some beach vacation postcard scene, nah—this is gritty, honest stuff. Feels more like walking through bustling markets or dodging rainstorms in Port of Spain. Look, this ain’t one of those albums where every song blends together into background noise. These tracks demand attention. They grab you by the collar and don’t let go until you’ve heard what they have to say. Maybe that’s why it sticks with me so much—Lord Melody didn’t care about trends or radio play. He cared about telling stories, and damn, does he do it well. Here’s the kicker though: How many artists today could pull off something like this? Most modern musicians wouldn’t last five minutes trying to capture the energy and authenticity Lord Melody brings to the table. Hell, most wouldn’t even know where to start. So next time you’re scrolling Spotify looking for something fresh, hit pause and throw this bad boy on instead. Let it remind you how music used to be bold, unapologetic, and full of life. And hey, maybe we need more desperados in music nowadays. Just saying.

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Artist: Lord Melody
Album: Desperadors The Eyes Of Trinidad

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Desperadors
The Eyes Of Trinidad

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Labels

Greenbay Recording Company

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • Single
  • 7"

Notes

Melody's only single on Greenbay Recording Company. The Wisdom Land/The Fig was recorded for Greenbay but released on Telco.

About Lord Melody

Trinidadian calypso singer born 1926 d. 1988. Began recording in the mid to late 1940s, and continued up until 1985, three years before his death. Regarded as one of the most popular calypsonians behind Mighty Sparrow and Lord Kitchener. He had a friendly rivalry with Sparrow. Began working with Harry Belafonte in the late 1950s. Belafonte recorded a number of Melody's songs, including some that Melody did not end up recording himself. Spent much of the 1960s working with Belafonte and did not release any albums between 1963 and 1972, although did release several singles and compilation tracks. His return to albums with 1972's Mas Is Devil Power was notably more dance-oriented, and he had made a stylistic shift to the more dance oriented Soca style by the late 70s. He kept recording in this style until the mid 1980s. He was diagnosed with cancer in the early 1970s, and eventually succumbed to it in 1988.

Real Name

    • Fitzroy Alexander

Name Vars

  • F. Alexander
  • Fitzroy Alexander \
  • Fitzroy Alexander (Melody)
  • L. Melody
  • Lon Melody
  • Lord
  • Lord Melody (Fitz Roy Alexander)
  • Lord Melody (Fitzroy Alexander)
  • Lord Melody - Fitzroy Alexander
  • Lord Melody Fitz Roy Alexander
  • Lord-Melody
  • Melody
  • Melody Lord
  • Sleazy Christopherson

Aliases

  • Fitzroy Alexander

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *Desperadors The Eyes Of Trinidad* by Lord Melody is a hidden gem from 1967. It blends Calypso vibes with Folk and Reggae influences. Released in the US on Greenbay Recording Company, it gives a unique snapshot of Trinidad's culture through music. Tracks like "Desperadors" and "The Eyes Of Trinidad" transport listeners straight to the islands. Not many people know about this record today, but it’s a true piece of musical history.