Album Description2011 three CD set that features classic and contemporary examples of Reggae, Ska, Calypso, Mento, Soca, Latin, Dancehall, Carnival and other styles that make up the Caribbean's much loved musical heritage. Featuring classic artists such as Bob Marley, Gregory Isaacs and Arsenio Rodriguez, archival Caribbean recordings from Louise Bennett, Lord Composer and Mona Baptiste, plus dancefloor bombs from Half Pint, El Genral and Laventille Rhythm Section, Beginner's Guide to the Caribbean is the most comprehensive introduction to Caribbean music available and features tracks licensed from the archives of Smithsonian Folkways and reggae label Greensleeves. 35 tracks compiled by DJ Hugo Mendez. Nascente Records.