The Sandpebbles Of Barbados - I Am A Barbadian

Review by Pamela Stephens

Alright, let’s dive into I Am A Barbadian by The Sandpebbles Of Barbados. This reggae-meets-calypso gem from 1973 is one of those albums that just feels like sunshine in audio form. Released on the Pebblegroove label, it's got this raw, island vibe that screams Barbados—no surprise there, right? If you’re into music that makes you wanna kick off your shoes and feel the sand between your toes, this might be your jam. First up, “Sandra.” Oh man, this track sticks with me for some reason. It’s kinda funny how a song can grab you without trying too hard. The groove is smooth, but not overdone—you can tell these guys weren’t sweating perfection; they were just vibin’. The lyrics are simple enough, but there’s something about the way the melody rolls out that gets stuck in your head. Like… imagine sipping coconut water under a palm tree while someone tells you a story about their crush. That’s “Sandra” in a nutshell. Then there’s the title track, “I Am A Barbadian.” How could I forget this one? It’s basically an anthem for national pride, but done in such a chill way that it doesn’t feel preachy at all. You can hear the love for Barbados dripping through every note. There’s a swagger to the rhythm that makes you wanna nod along even if you’ve never set foot on the island. And honestly, isn’t that what good music does? Takes you somewhere new? One thing that struck me listening to this album is how unpolished yet full of heart it feels. It’s not glossy or layered with studio tricks—it’s real people playing real instruments, making real music. In today’s world where everything sounds auto-tuned to death, that’s refreshing as hell. So yeah, I Am A Barbadian might not change your life or anything, but it’ll definitely give you a little slice of Caribbean joy. And hey, here’s a random thought: if more people listened to stuff like this instead of whatever algorithmic playlist Spotify shoves down our throats, maybe we’d all be happier. Or maybe I’m just daydreaming again. Either way, check it out—you won’t regret it.

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Artist: The Sandpebbles Of Barbados
Album: I Am A Barbadian

Barbados

Reggae

Calypso

1973

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Sandra
I Am A Barbadian

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I Am A Barbadian - The Sandpebbles

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Catalog Numbers

PGS-021

Labels

Pebblegroove

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Formats

Vinyl
7"
45 RPM
Single

Companies

Role	Company
Manufactured By	West Indies Records (Barbados) Ltd.

Notes

Silver grey label with logo and black print

About The Sandpebbles Of Barbados

Name Vars

Sandpebble
Sandpebbles
Sandpebbles Of Barbados
The Sand Pebbles
The Sandpebbles

Members

Norman Barrow
David Cole
Desmond Campbell
Brian Marshall
Joe Truss
Andy Weekes
Raymond Harewood
Roger Gibbs
John Gibbs

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The Sandpebbles Of Barbados released their album *I Am A Barbadian* in 1973, blending reggae and calypso vibes. It’s a piece of Barbados’ musical history. One track, "Sandra," stands out alongside the title track. The album came out on the Pebblegroove label, giving listeners a taste of Caribbean pride and rhythm. Not many people know about this gem, but it’s a snapshot of island culture from back in the day.

Comments

airforwardersblog

2025-03-14

A really great band luv 'm

yuvashaktib

2025-03-13

Still loving my Cou Cou and Fish...cannot forget my Pudding and Souse. I am Proud Barbadian ? . SandPebbles, MerryBoys, Ivory and The Legendary Merrymen who can forget these Bands.

wardison91

2025-03-13

Music Sweet fuh days

oldsettlers

2025-03-13

Memories maaaan yuh merkin sport!!
R.I.E.P Andy Weekes???

melvyn042

2025-03-12

I am a proud Barbadian

vaduvaadrian2016

2025-03-12

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alenamuzei

2025-03-11

I love it

plapollo

2025-03-10

I bought this single back in '73 while visiting Barbados. I still love it! Bajan calypso was an influence for my latest project. Please check it out. http://youtu.be/QamkztkSI7g