Mighty Duke and The Lords: Mighty Duke and The Lords

A tantalising tropical treat, this self-titled release will have all late converts to the band grooving in no time. Introducing themselves with a tribal drumbeat and a series of belting horns, ‘Mama Rogee’sees the five-piece asking “Are you ready?”, to which listeners are sure to reply, “Hell yeah!”

Emulating the sound of a live performance, it’s almost inconceivable to think the record was created inside a studio. ‘Trouble’ blends non-stop hi-hats, powerful trumpets and a cannon of comedic calls. Bringing humour to the many delicate situations of forbidden relationships, ‘Phantom Panties’ sees the jokers advising their audience to “Take care of your underwear”; whereas ‘Two To Tango’ acts as a hilarious warning to those preparing to sleep with a seductive stranger.

‘Werewolf Calypso’, which closes the party, has enough punch to get the people moving out, but just as much rhythm to keep them dancing while they do it.

Absolutely dominating their self-coined style of ‘trop pop’, Mighty Duke and The Lords are a must-have at your next shindig. Your only regret will be that you didn’t listen to these guys sooner.