The Black Truth Rhythm Band’s ‘Ifetayo’

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he Black Truth Rhythm Band recorded only one album in the short time it was together in Trinidad.

The album titled “Ifetayo” was released in 1976 and soon became a forgotten classic.

Now, the album is available on CD for the first time.

Anchor Marco Werman tells us more about the band that helped create Caribbean funk.

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