One-time King of Calypso and major civil-rights activist whose career took countless twists and turns over seven decades. (AllMusic) Significant. File under: Movers and Shakers.
Discography:
In the music library: Calypso Craze Disc 2 - Belafonte: The Reluctant Calypso King
Bob Dylan's Theme Time Radio Hour: The Best Of The Third Series: The Banana Boat Song (Day-O)
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