The Mighty Sparrow: Trinidad's "Calypso King" at B.B. King's
B.B. King Blues Club (237 West 42nd Street New York City, NY 10036)
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The last date listed for "Calypso King" The Mighty Sparrow was Saturday January 14, 2012 / 8:00pm (Doors at 6:00pm).
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Goldstar Member Tips
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Denise Wintz on Where to Park
Take public transporation if possible.
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acbajan on What to Wear
Come early, seats are limited
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Denise Wintz on What to Wear
Pretty much you can wear what you want the place has adequate air conditioning
31 Goldstar Member Reviews
v.smith
the event was just what i was expected,could not been better.The Mighty Sparrow preforme like just in the good old days.Written on Jan 07 2009
Thank you for a nice show.
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Sharon Tonge
The opening act was amazing when she came out of the Christian closet and sang many great songs about her relationship with her LORD AND SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST.Written on Jun 02 2008
King Sparrow was an amazing performer!! He started out with one of his best songs, which made the crowd go WILD!
I had a wonderful time and my mom had a chance to reminisce on the "good-ol'-days" in the Land Of Sand and Seas, Antigua!
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Daria E.
Well, I am of Caribbean descent so it was very enjoyable…I felt somehow that I was connecting to my roots. In addition, The Mighty Sparrow hails from TNT (Trinidad and Tobago). However, he is originally from Grenada and my grandparents on my mother's side come from there as well so it was quite a historic experience!Written on Jun 03 2008
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Dr. Martin V. Gallatin
It was good but after coming out and singing for fifteen minutes he took a twenty minute break. It's wothwhile.Written on Jun 02 2008
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More Information About "Calypso King" The Mighty Sparrow
Website
http://www.bbkingblues.com/bio.php?id=1147
Description
The Mighty Sparrow is the unrivaled Calypso King of the World, with a career that spans over 50 years and counting. This artist par excellence has earned his rightful place as "King of the Calypso World" by defeating every other competitor/pretender to his throne. He has entertained audiences across the globe, including, the Caribbean, Europe, Asia, Africa, North and South America, to name but a few.
The Mighty Sparrow has proved himself as the Quintessential Calypsonian, par excellence, with over seventy albums to his credit. He is richly endowed with many gifts. He possesses an amazing ability not only to put into words and tempo the exploits of society, but to crown it all with showmanship and appeal. His great contribution to the artform and our lives has unraveled the mysteries of Caribbean life, leaving the professionally trained sociologist and economist befuddled.
A combination of talent, hard work and opportunity enabled Sparrow's ascendance to Calypso King of the World. He brought honor, glory and dignity to an indigenous art form that was once scorned upon by the elite of Caribbean society. He is one extraordinary entertainer who utilizes the medium he masters not just to entertain but also to edify, enlighten, and educate.
The King is currently preparing for the new millennium when he will re-enter the World Monarch and Road March Competitions for a cataclysmic encounter with his competitors. Without doubt, The Mighty Sparrow, The King of Kings, is the real Supreme Serenader.