The legendary Hell's Gate Steel Band from Antigua was formed in 1947, and can be listed among the oldest steelbands in the world.From their album from the mid nineteen sixties, "This is Antigua", their hit tune "Cantata" dates back to the nineteen fifties, and was one of the earliest pan recordings.Their performance of the Hallelujah Chorus from Handel's "Massiah"won the 1964 Antigua Steel band competition, and an all expenses paid trip to the New York World's Fair.Also included is their version of "The Sound of Music"Congratulations are in order for their successes through the years, and we salute Antigua's Hell's Gate Steelband as true Pan Pioneers.
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Sat-Nam{I salute the Truth in you}.Heavenly Vibes from "Hell's Gate".Thanks a lot for sharing this Glenroy. All Power to Antigua & ALL those who contribute{d} to the 'Pan-Movement'! Ase! Ase! Ase!!!
It is hard to be rustic and yet full of life at the same time. What was done 65 yrs ago is one such example. Congrats for the milestone and producing something that still has real life today.
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thanks for sraring.
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