King Eric & His Knights – Island Boy (LP, Album, Grey Labels, 1977, Elite Records Ltd. OE-77)

Why This Record Matters
Island Boy showcases King Eric & His Knights performing a blend of Junkanoo, calypso, and steel band music rooted in Bahamian culture. The album captures the regional sound that made the group a staple of Caribbean entertainment during the 1970s.

Collector Note
1977 Bahamas pressing on Elite Records Ltd., catalog number OE-77, with grey labels. Original Bahamian releases from this period remain desirable among collectors of Caribbean, calypso, and island music due to their limited distribution outside the region.

Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Condition & Details
Media: NM with very clean surfaces and minimal signs of handling
Sleeve: VG+ with light shelf and handling wear

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Grey Labels
Label: Elite Records Ltd. – OE-77
Country: Bahamas
Released: 1977
Genre: Reggae
Style: Calypso, Junkanoo, Steel Band

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist
Side A
Island Boy 2:27
Sing Nassau 1:50
Bahama Babe 3:13
Goombay Summer 2:06
Feelings 3:25
Bahama Babe No. 2 2:36

Side B
Fox Hill Gal' 2:30
Shame And Scandal 2:30
Day Break 3:00
Mama And Daddy 3:33
Pongo Le Pongo 2:15
Letter From Miami 1:58

Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned using a Degritter Mark II prior to shipping.
Stored in protective inner and outer sleeves.
Shipped with vinyl protection and cardboard reinforcement.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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