Review: Numero's Hottest Sounds Around compilation showcases vibrant late-70s grooves from the Greater Antilles. Trinidadian label Semp brought us Wilfred Luckie's funky 'My Thing' and the Hamilton Brothers' infectious calypso-disco hit 'Music Makes The World Go 'Round' in 1978. Meanwhile, over in the Bahamas, Frank Penn's G.B.I studio captured Stephen Colebrook's Doobie Brothers-inspired 'Stay Away From Music,' perfect for the cruise ship crowd. This trio, housed in a bespoke Numero sleeve paying homage to WIRL (West Indies Records Ltd.), celebrates the rich, diverse sounds of the Caribbean. This 45 is a delightful exploration of rare, danceable tracks that epitomize the era's lively musical spirit.
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