A very cool Japanese version of this mighty groover from the great Nico Gomez! Nico's known for his harder pounding tracks that have become favorites with the funky crowd, but this stellar album shows that Nico could also work in jazzier territory when he wanted to – as the album's a ... read moreCD
A very cool Japanese version of this mighty groover from the great Nico Gomez! Nico's known for his harder pounding tracks that have become favorites with the funky crowd, but this stellar album shows that Nico could also work in jazzier territory when he wanted to – as the album's a ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
Fierce funky grooves from the legendary Nico Gomez – a set cooked up in Europe, but heavy with influences from the other side of the Atlantic – from Havana all the way up to New York! There's definitely a Latin groove to the record – one that's similar to other Gomez productions ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
Fierce funky grooves from the legendary Nico Gomez – a set cooked up in Europe, but heavy with influences from the other side of the Atlantic – from Havana all the way up to New York! There's definitely a Latin groove to the record – one that's similar to other Gomez productions ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
Jerry Gonzalez on trumpet, flugelhorn and congas, Javier Masso "Caramelo" on piano, Kiki Ferrer on drums, Alberto "Chele" Cobo on claves, and Alain Perez on bass. (Jazz, Latin)CD
Features Jerry Gonzalez on trumpet, Nino Josele on flamenco guitar, Israel Sandoval on electric guitar, and Isreal Suarez "Pirana" on cajon, and the whole group on hand claps and vocals. (Jazz, Latin)CD
(Out of print.)
Jerry Gonzalez & The Fort Apache Band —
Crossroads ... CD Milestone, 1994. Used ...
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Features Jerry Gonzalez on trumpet and congas, John Stubblefield on tenor, Joe Ford on alto and soprano sax, Larry Willis on piano, Andy Gonzalez on bass, and Steve Berrios on drums, bells and percussion. (Jazz, Latin)CD
Jerry Gonzalez & The Fort Apache Band —
Fire Dance ... CD Milestone, 1996. Used ...
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Trumpeter Jerry Gonzalez cooks away nicely with his Fort Apache band – swinging in that hip mix of Latin and jazz that's always made the combo so great! This sweet set was recorded live, which gives the band lots of long, open-ended tunes on which to really open up and do their thing – ... (Jazz, Latin)read moreCD
Jerry Gonzalez & The Fort Apache Band —
Obatala ... CD Enja, 1989. Used ...
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An 80s classic from one of the hippest Latin jazz ensembles of its time – the wonderful Fort Apache band of trumpeter/percussionist Jerry Gonzalez! As with other albums from the group, the key strength here is Jerry's choice of compadres – a great lineup of jazzmen who understand both ... (Jazz, Latin)read moreCD
(Out of print.)
Jerry Gonzalez & The Fort Apache Band —
River Is Deep ... CD Enja (Germany), 1982. Used ...
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The river is deep and the sound is wide – as the set features wonderful work from the Fort Apache Band of trumpeter/percussionist Jerry Gonzalez – recorded at a point when the group was really starting to cook! The music has its roots in Afro-Cuban styles, but stretches out with plenty ... (Jazz, Latin)read moreCD
A really burning record from the Venezuelan scene at the height of its musical growth – and an album that seems to echo the blend of Latin and rock styles that were happening on the American west coast at the time – but with a nicely different vibe! Guitars and keyboards come into play ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
Grupo Yoyi —
Grupo Yoyi ... LP Egrem/Future Rootz, 1977. New Copy (reissue)...
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A totally cool Cuban gem from the 70s – one of those wicked little records from a time when the scene in Havana were mixing together all sorts of styles, and really coming up with a fantastic blend of modes that never got much exposure on our American market at the time! The set's got this ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
Amazing Latin soul – and the first record ever by the youthful George Guzman! The grooves kick in from the word "go" – with strong electric bass setting the scene, and lots of dark, descending blue notes – copped from 60s soul and jazz influences, and crafted perfectly ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
Rubby Haddock —
De Regreso ... LP TH, 1981. Very Good ...
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A no-nonsense salsa session from trombonist Rubby Haddock. Titles include "A Mi Jibarita", "Una Pausa", "El Amor", "Perla Querida", and "Maria Teresa". LP, Vinyl record album
Rubby Haddock —
Salsa Tropical ... LP Music Village, 1990. Very Good+ ...
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A great one from this hip Latin trombonist! Features vocals from Ricky Ramos, Yolanda Rivera, and Eddie Rosario – on titles that include "Piel A Piel", "Si Me Amas Como Dices", "Te Invito A Estar Conmigo", "El Pelao", "Soldado Del Amor", and ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
A legendary bit of Latin from the New York scene of the 60s – recorded by a host of youthful players working under the direction of percussionist Montego Joe! The group's name is a contraction of "Harlem Youth" – a program in which all players participated, as part of an ... read moreCD
A legendary Latin funk album – spearheaded by Eddie Palmieri! The record is a landmark crossover album from the early 70s – cut at the end of the Latin soul era, but featuring that genre's wonderful mix of Puerto Rican soul, Spanish Harlem Latin, and New York funk – which are ... read moreCD
(Out of print, 2014 Japanese pressing – includes obi.)
A legendary Latin funk album – spearheaded by Eddie Palmieri! The record is a landmark crossover album from the early 70s – cut at the end of the Latin soul era, but featuring that genre's wonderful mix of Puerto Rican soul, Spanish Harlem Latin, and New York funk – which are ... read moreCD
Hermanos Castro —
Dance Date ... LP Montilla, 1960. Very Good+ ...
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Hermanos Mendoza Suasti/Eduardo Brito/Maxima Mejia/Duo Strobel Maldonado —
Festival En La Mitad Del Mundo ... LP Onix (Ecuador), Mid 60s. Near Mint- ...
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Frank Hernandez —
Esta En Lo Bailable ... LP RCA (Venezuela), Mid 60s. Near Mint- ...
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Killer Latin from South American drummer Frank Hernandez – easily the king of the scene on his side of the globe! Frank's taking a key cue here from the harder sound of the New York scene of the time – and the record's overflowing with great little tracks that mix together heavy ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Limited pressing, on Deja Vu – heavy vinyl and cover! Cover has a tiny bump in one corner – but this is a great copy.)
Gene Hernandez Y Novedades —
Inspiraciones ... LP Alegre, 1979. Very Good+ ...
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Features production and arrangements from the great Luis Perico Ortiz, who also plays trumpet – on titles that include "Mosaicos Del Ayer", "Se Llamaba Alexandra", "Festival De Chaonda"," No Ya Comparacion", and "Homenaje A Aragon". LP, Vinyl record album
David Hidalgo/Louie Perez —
Long Goodbye ... CD Big Stink Research, 2010. Used ...
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Indigenous People —
Unite ... CD Jazzateria, 2001. Used ...
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Features Marc Cary on Fender Rhodes, piano and moog, Taru Mateen on bass, Camille Gainer on drums, Yarbrough Charles Laws on flute, bass clarinet and percussion, plus guest guitar from Marvin Sewell. (Jazz, Latin)CD
Eduard Iniesta —
Omnibus ... CD Columna (Spain), 2004. Used ...
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Irakere —
Grupo Irakere ... CD Areito/Mr Bongo (UK), 1976. New Copy ...
$11.9914.99
An excellent batch of funky Latin tunes from Irakere – and one of the group's best albums! It's got a mix of rolling bass and electric keyboards on the best cuts – sounding a lot like the funky sound of LA Latin groups like War or El Chicano, but with more of the Afro-Cuban groove of ... read moreCD
Irakere —
Grupo Irakere ... LP Areito/Mr Bongo (UK), 1976. New Copy ...
Temporarily Out Of Stock
An excellent batch of funky Latin tunes from Irakere – and one of the group's best albums! It's got a mix of rolling bass and electric keyboards on the best cuts – sounding a lot like the funky sound of LA Latin groups like War or El Chicano, but with more of the Afro-Cuban groove of ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
A fantastic blend of funk, jazz, and Cuban rhythms – served up by the youthful Irakere, working here at the height of their powers! There's a sense of boundless energy throughout the entire record – an effort to try on so many things at once, and somehow get them all really right ... read moreCD
A fantastic blend of funk, jazz, and Cuban rhythms – served up by the youthful Irakere, working here at the height of their powers! There's a sense of boundless energy throughout the entire record – an effort to try on so many things at once, and somehow get them all really right ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
Klaus Jackle & Friedemann Amadeus Trieber —
Tango ... CD Meta (Germany), 2001. Used ...
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(Still sealed.)
Robin Jones & His Quintet —
Denga ... LP Apollo Sound/Jazz Room (UK), 1971. New Copy (reissue)...
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A hell of a record of Latin Jazz – recorded in the UK, but with a vibe that puts the whole thing right up there with some of the most inventive American albums of a few years before – such as Latin jazz classics by Sabu Martinez, Cal Tjader, or Eddie Palmieri! Robin Jones is the leader ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
A tight set of merengue tracks – with titles that include "Si La Vieran", "Volvio La Plena", "Emeterito", "Ya Para Que", "Boquita De Cana", "Florecita De Cana", and "La Negra Tomasa". LP, Vinyl record album
Stan Kenton —
Cuban Fire ... CD Capitol, 1956. Used ...
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One of Kenton's greatest records, and the one in which he proves his dedication to Latin styles, by serving up a killer batch of Afro-Cuban tracks with an incredibly authentic feel. The great Johnny Richards handled the arrangements, and the tracks are long and drawn out, with plenty of solo space ... (Jazz, Latin)read moreCD
Stan Kenton —
Cuban Fire ... LP Capitol, 1956. Near Mint- ...
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One of Kenton's greatest records, and the one in which he proves his dedication to Latin styles, by serving up a killer batch of Afro-Cuban tracks with an incredibly authentic feel. The great Johnny Richards handled the arrangements, and the tracks are long and drawn out, with plenty of solo space ... (Jazz, Latin)read moreLP, Vinyl record album
Stan the man, grooving in a sweet Latin mode! The paring of Kenton modernism and Latin rhythms might seem an odd combination – but it works beautifully on this session by adding in rich tones and shades of colors to the lively percussion in the set! Kenton's orchestra is augmented by a ... (Jazz, Latin)read moreCD
La Clave —
La Clave ... CD Verve/Dusty Groove, 1973. Used ...
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An incredible album of Latin funk – the only-ever record from this west coast combo headed by the legendary Benny Velarde! Benny's a name that you might recognize from earlier, straighter Latin dates for Fantasy – or for countless studio work during the 70s – but here, he's ... read moreCD
An incredible album of Latin funk – the only-ever record from this west coast combo headed by the legendary Benny Velarde! Benny's a name that you might recognize from earlier, straighter Latin dates for Fantasy – or for countless studio work during the 70s – but here, he's ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
One of the funkiest Colombian records we've ever heard – a set that really resonates strongly with some of the Latin funk experiments taking place up in the US at the time, and one that has a vibe that's very different than some of the cumbia and other styles you'd be more likely to hear on ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
The group's led by trombonist Luis Diaz, and features two more trombones – plus vocals from Carlos Dias and Michael Anthony Cruz! Titles include "Pa Colombia", "Celos", "Aguas De Cristal", "Son Celos", "Buscando Tus Besos", and "Hoy ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
La Controversia —
Vision Divina ... LP Coco/On High, 1977. New Copy (reissue)...
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One of the most obscure albums issued on the legendary New York Coco Records imprint of the 70s – and one of the rootsiest too, as the set's got a vibe that's a bit earthier than some of the label's records by bigger-name acts! The percussion is totally great – almost descarga-inspired ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
Underground salsa from Orquesta La Fantastica – the group's debut from the early 70s, originally issued on the tiny Ghetto Records label! The album's a great illustration of the way that the regular Latin codes of the mainstream got broken down on the fringes – as the sounds and styles ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
Tripped-out grooves from this legendary combo from Uruguay – a mix of candomble roots and wilder rockish touches – but also served up with a bit of Latin in the mix too! There's some great heavy percussion on the bottom of most tracks – and even when the guitars are fierce and ... (Rock, Latin)read moreCD
Loads of playful groovers – and titles include "Johnny Guitar", "Delicado", "Garbage Man's Cha Cha", "Prelude In Rhythm", "The Martian Cha Cha", and "Batakum". LP, Vinyl record album
Don't let the cover put you off, as this isn't some marching band record – although the set does have plenty of funky drums! There's a jazzy vibe to the record that's different than most other Venezuelan records of the time – and overall, the whole thing has maybe the feel of some sort ... (Jazz, Latin)read moreLP, Vinyl record album
LA Salsa Society —
Night & Day ... CD Rampart, 1978. Used ...
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A lost album of Latin Jazz, recorded in 1978 in Los Angeles by a group that features flautist Art Webb and trumpeter Les Lovett. The groove is straight Latin Jazz, with a traditional feeling, and female vocals by Didi Scorzo. Production's a bit 70s-ish at times – but at the best moment the ... read moreCD
Andres Landero —
Yo Amaneci ... CD Vampi Soul (Spain), Late 60s/1970s/Early 80s. New Copy ...
$11.9916.99
Andres Landero has a pretty wild look on the cover here – and the sound of his music is equally wild, too – a very raw, rootsy approach to cumbia – very much in the most hard-edged style of the genre, with a quality that often feels more ancient than the 70s recording dates of ... read moreCD
Classic 50s work from vocalist Abbe Lane – and a record that's made all the better by some great arrangements from Tito Puente! Abbe's getting past the sexy tricks of other records here – and singing in a dusky tone that works perfect with Tito's tight, choppy, and highly percussive ... (Vocalists, Latin)read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Gorgeous Japanese pressing, with insert and printed inner sleeve.)
Produced and arranged by Bill Laswell. (Jazz, Latin)CD
(Out of print, penmark through barcode.)
Latin Brothers —
El Picotero ... LP Discos Fuentes (Colombia), 1974. Very Good ...
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A record with a cover that's a lot more hard-hitting than some of the later global efforts from The Latin Brothers – and one with a sound that definitely matches that image too! There's a raw sound here that's right in keeping with the best of Discos Fuentes at the time – music that ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Original pressing! Vinyl is nice and clean, but has a click on the first track on side two – and cover has a bit of wear, and some tape on the seams.)
A wonderful batch of Latin Jazz grooves – played by a group who more than deserved the right to call themselves the Latin Jazz Quintet! The core sound features vibes and piano jamming away nicely, really hitting some great modal rhythms – but this album's also got an added bonus in the ... read moreCD
Latin Jazz Quintet + Eric Dolphy —
Caribe ... CD Prestige/OJC, 1960. Used ...
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A masterful meeting of Eric Dolpy and The Latin Jazz Quintet – a record that shows a rare Latin side of Dolphy's talents, but one that's totally great! The core group here are the ensemble led by conga player Juan Amalbert with vibes, piano, bass, and percussion – a group who helped ... (Jazz, Latin)read moreCD
Titles include "Comedia", "Periodico De Ayer", "El Cantante", "Hacha Y Machete", "Sombras Nada Mas", "Songoro Consongo", and "Rompe Saraguey". Arrangements by Willie Colon, Edwin Rodriguez, Jose Febles, and Luiz Ortiz. CD
A classic bit of 70s salsa gold from vocalist Hector Lavoe – a record done in close collaboration with Willie Colon, with whom Lavoe had worked on a great run of albums during the late 60s and early 70s! The set's got a slightly warmer and more straightforward feel than some of Willie's ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
Raphy Leavitt —
15 Exitos ... LP TH Rodven, 1988. Very Good ...
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Raphy Leavitt —
Recorded Inferno ... LP Borinquen, Mid 70s. Very Good+ Gatefold ...
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Plenty burning here – a smoking set of 70s salsa from Raphy Leavitt – one of the key figures of the Latin underground at the time! The album's got a righteous feel right from the start – thanks to the percussive overtones of "Voces Del Africa" – a great way to ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(In the die-cut gatefold cover, with light ring & edge wear and a bit of marker. Labels have a name in marker.)
A smoking set from Eddie Lebron – a singer and pianist who worked with a variety of other groups, but who really shines here on this rare date up front in the spotlight! The set was one of a handful issued on the tiny Ghetto label, and features production from Joe Bataan – and a nicely ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
Violinist Pupi Legarreta was one of the key players of the earlier charanga scene – and here, he gets a great update on his older sound in a sweet 70s session put together by Johnny Pacheco! The style of the grooves hasn't changed much from the early 60s, but the music also shows the growing ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
Ricardo Lemvo & Makina Loca —
Mambo Yo Yo ... CD Putumayo, 1998. Used ...
$1.99
Moncho Lena really cooks here on timbales – leading a tight little combo that easily rivals Tito Puente's group of the time! There's a jazzy flourish to most numbers here – as the group is driven by Moncho's rhythms, then opens up on trumpet and piano! Hector Rivera handles the keys, ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Black label pressing with rainbow logo.)
Les Colvoco —
Les Antilles ... LP Barclay (France), 1965. Very Good ...
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Joe Loco —
Goin' Loco ... LP Tico, Early 60s. Very Good+ ...
$19.9929.99
Joe Loco was one of the most amazing early Latin piano talents, and in an album like this, you can really hear him go to work in a savage way! On this set, Joe moves all over the keys in a number of different ways – from heavy left-handed stride playing, to light and lovely jazz soloing, to ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Black label pressing, with deep groove. Vinyl has a short click on the first track. Cover has clear tape on all seams, light surface wear & aging, name in marker on the back.)
Seemed like Joe was always in a mambo mood at the time he was making these sides for Tico – but that's A-OK with us, as the record's a corker – tight little grooves in Joe's best percussion/piano format! A few tracks even have some vibes, which makes for a nice sound – and titles ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Mono black label pressing. Cover has light wear and aging, with a small name in pen and an ink stamp in back.)
The tight piano of Joe Loco takes on tunes that include "Hablame De Amor", "Silencio", "Lamento Borincano", "Arrancame La Vida", "Palmera", and "Maria Bonita". LP, Vinyl record album
The title here definitely gets it right – as Locobeach work in a trippy blend of old school cumbia modes – which is maybe no surprise for a group whose members also worked in Los Amigos Invisibles and Chicha Libre! The sound here mixes plenty of surf-styled guitar with percolating ... (Global Grooves, Latin)read moreLP, Vinyl record album
Manny Lopez —
Cha Cha Pops ... LP RCA/Victor, Late 50s. Near Mint- ...
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Trini Lopez —
Latin Album ... LP Reprise, 1964. Near Mint- ...
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