André Toussaint


André Toussaint was a Haitian singer and guitarist who emigrated to Nassau, Bahamas in 1953 and performed there until his death in 1981. He sang and recorded in several languages and in a variety of styles, most notably calypso.

Discography

Albums

Andre Toussaint Sings at Blackbeard's Tavern, Art RecordsAndre Toussaint and "the Caribbeans", BahamaLive at La Fin, Art RecordsThe Golden Voice of Haiti: André Toussaint Goes International, EliteTreasured Moments with Andre Toussaint Bahamian Ballads, Naxos

Multi-artist compilations

Nassau's Junkanoo Festival, BahamaCalypso: Vintage Songs from the Caribbean, PutumayoMirror to the Soul: Music, Culture and Identity in the Caribbean, 1920–72, Soul Jazz. Includes "Nassau Cha Cha".