Lord Melody With John Buddy Williams And His Orchestra - Rock N Roll

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Review by Lianne O'Brian

Rock N Roll by Lord Melody with John Buddy Williams and His Orchestra – A Timeless Blast from the Past Man, if you’re into reggae with a twist of calypso, this 1957 gem is something you gotta hear. Released in the UK under Balisier Records, Rock N Roll by Lord Melody feels like stepping into a time machine that drops you right into a lively Caribbean dancehall. It’s raw, it’s real, and it hits different when you think about how music back then didn’t have all the fancy production tricks we take for granted now. Let me tell ya, two tracks stuck out to me big time: “Discrimination” and “Rock-N-Roll.” “Discrimination” punches hard—not just because of its rhythm but because of the message behind it. You can almost picture Lord Melody leaning into the mic, spilling truths about inequality while John Buddy Williams’ orchestra lays down grooves so smooth they make your shoulders sway without even thinking. The lyrics aren’t sugarcoated; they hit home, especially knowing what was going on in the world at that time. Like, wow, it makes you stop and think—how much has really changed? Every note carries weight, man. You don’t just listen to this track; you feel it. Then there’s “Rock-N-Roll,” which might sound like an oddball title for a reggae-calypso mix, but trust me, it works. This one’s more upbeat, got that playful bounce that makes you wanna move. Lord Melody sounds like he’s having fun here, teasing the idea of rock ‘n roll creeping into everyone’s lives while staying true to his roots. The horns pop off, the drums shuffle perfectly, and before you know it, you’re grinning ear to ear. It’s impossible not to vibe with this tune—it’s pure joy bottled up in three minutes. What gets me most about this album is how alive it feels. Back in ’57, no one had Spotify playlists or Bluetooth speakers blasting tunes through their phones. People actually sat down—or danced wildly—to records like these. Listening to Rock N Roll, I couldn’t help but imagine folks gathered around, letting loose after long days, finding happiness in the music despite whatever struggles life threw their way. That connection—it’s kinda magical. And hey, here’s the kicker: hearing this album today reminds me how short trends are. Rock ‘n roll may have taken over the charts eventually, but albums like this prove there’s always room for authenticity. Maybe next time you queue up some modern beats, throw this one in too. Who knows? You might find yourself dancing like nobody’s watching… or realizing the past still has plenty to teach us. Oh, and random thought—I bet Lord Melody would’ve killed it on TikTok. Just sayin’.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Discrimination
Rock-N-Roll

Video

Lord Melody - Discrimination rare anti-racist Calypso song 1957

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Catalog Numbers

1003

Labels

Balisier

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 7"

About Lord Melody With John Buddy Williams And His Orchestra

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 *Rock N Roll* by Lord Melody, released in 1957, blends reggae and calypso styles. It came out in the UK on the Balisier label. One of the tracks is called "Discrimination," which feels way ahead of its time. Imagine this—calypso rhythms meeting early rock 'n' roll vibes. A real gem from back in the day!

Comments

thewayfaringtwins
thewayfaringtwins
2025-03-13
Discrimination is brutal. This was that bad in Trinidad? I am aware that discrimination still exists but shocked at the capacity back then. ?
josecarlosmontero
josecarlosmontero
2025-03-12
Lyrics
dalarcon957028136
dalarcon957028136
2025-03-12
Lawd this tune bad no tail!!! ??????????????