Macbeth the Great

Among the first wave of calypso artists to reach listeners in the United States, Macbeth the Great emerged as an early standout. He settled in Harlem, directed the 12-piece Creole Rhythm Boys, built a strong following across New York City, and cut sides for the Monogram label throughout the 1950s. Even as the late-'50s commercial calypso surge gathered momentum, his output drew acclaim for its authenticity, and additional recordings appeared on the Time label. Renowned percussionist Ralph MacDonald is his son.