Label: Mercury, Mercury Record Corporation, Mercury Record Productions, Inc., Mercury Record Productions, Inc., Philips Recording Company, Inc., Firesky Music
Catalog number: SR 61265
Country: US
Copy notes: fully split seams on 2 sides, plays with a slight crackle.
Exuma’s self-titled debut from 1970 captures the spirit of Bahamian folk through a raw, acoustic small-group setup that invites focused listening. Drawing on his childhood memories of Junkanoo festivals, Exuma—born Macfarlane Gregory Anthony Mackey—blends mystical storytelling with hypnotic rhythms, especially on tracks like "The Obeah Man" and "Junkanoo." The cover art, painted by Exuma himself, shows a startled self-portrait that hints at the album’s unique and experimental edge, setting it apart visually as well as sonically. This 1970 Mercury pressing presents the album in its original vinyl form, perfect for those who appreciate the tangible connection to a record’s era. The vinyl shows signs of its age with noticeable surface noise and wear, so expect a listening experience that reflects its VG- condition. It’s a record that asks for a careful ear and some patience—like stepping into Exuma’s world, where folklore and folk music collide in a way that’s both inviting and a little wild.
Track listing & samples
Exuma - Exuma
Side A
Exuma, The Obeah Man
Dambala
Mama Loi, Papa Loi
Side B
Junkanoo
Seance In The Sixth Fret
You Don't Know What's Going On
The Vision
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