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We're especially heavy on New York sounds of the 60s and 70s -- Latin Soul, salsa, boogaloo, and more!
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Richie Ray & Bobby Cruz —
El Sonido De La Bestia ... LP 
Vaya, 1980. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
Don't let the title fool you, because it's similar to the album that Ricardo Ray and Bobby Cruz started off the 70s with – El Bestial Sonido – but the record's something quite different indeed! This set has Ricardo and Bobby exploring a more spiritual side of their music – one ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Original pressing!)
Richie Ray & Bobby Cruz —
Pinturas ... LP Vaya, 1981. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
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Ray & His Court —
Ray & His Court ... LP Sound Triangle/On High, 1973. New Copy (reissue)... $20.99 34.99
Some of the tightest funky 70s jamming ever – a lost gem from Ray & His Musical Court, a group that perfectly fuses JB/Horny Horns funk with beat-heavy Afro-Cuban groove! Ray and the group are one of the more obscure funky combos of the era, and it's a damn shame, because the group's ... (Soul, Latin) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Juan Reynoso —
Juan Reynoso – The Paganini Of The Mexican Hot Lands – Plays Sones & Gustos – Historic Recordings 1972 to 1993 ... CD 
Corason (Mexico), 1970s/1980s/Early 90s. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
... CD
(Out of print.)
Marc Ribot Y Los Cubanos Postizos —
Muy Divertido ... CD Atlantic, 2000. Used ... Out Of Stock
With special guests Frankie Vasquez on vocals and percussion, Marcus Rojas on tuba, Steve Nieve on organ, and Eszter Balint on vocals. CD
Del-Fi/Vampi Soul (Spain), 1961. New Copy ... $5.99 16.99
One of the few albums ever issued under the name of Emil Richards – an important percussionist on the LA scene, and one who played on countless jazz albums and other sessions over the years! This set has Richards working almost exclusively on vibes – as a rare outing for the mostly-rock ... (Jazz, Latin) read more CD
Danny Rivera —
Alborada ... LP Graffiti, 1976. Very Good Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
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Danny Rivera —
Danny Rivera (1970) ... LP Velvet, 1970. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
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Danny Rivera —
Pido Paz ... LP DNA (Puerto Rico), 1984. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
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Pina, 1978. Very Good+ ... $6.99
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(US pressing. Cover has light ring wear.)
Ismael Rivera —
El Sonero Mayor ... CD West Side Latino/Sony, Late 1950s. Used ... Out Of Stock
A dozen tracks. CD
Ismael Rivera Con Kako —
Lo Ultimo En La Avenida (180 gram pressing) ... LP Tico/Craft, 1971. New Copy (reissue)... Out Of Stock
A great meeting of talents in the studio – as Ismael Rivera sings lead vocals for Kako's smoking combo, complete with congas by Patato Valdez! The sound here is a great – rootsy and highly percussive on the bottom, yet smooth on the top thanks to Ismael's vocals – sung here in a ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(50th Anniversary heavyweight vinyl pressing!)
Manuel Rivera —
Dance Tempo Cha Cha Cha ... LP Crown, 1959. Very Good- ... Out Of Stock
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Mon Rivera —
En El Desayuno Musical ... LP Maseda Records, Late 60s. Very Good ... Out Of Stock
A real killer from this legendary Latin trombonist – one of his rarest records! The set features a mix of Latin soul and hard-jamming numbers – and titles include "Bomba Con Boogaloo", "El Primer Boogaloo", "Desayuno Musical", "El Abogado", " ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Mon Rivera —
Karakatis Ki ... LP Ansonia, 1964. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
Blazing trombone, brilliant vocals, and some really inventive rhythms – one of those sweet 60s sets that show why Mon Rivera was way more than just another Latin leader! The tight use of trombones and trumpet almost makes the record a precursor to salsa at some level – but at another, ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Original US pressing, black label with rainbow logo, in a laminated cover – a great copy.)
Mon Rivera —
Mon Y Sus Trombones (aka Que Gente Avirigua) ... LP Alegre/Vaya, 1976. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
70s issue of this classic – a great blend of Puerto Rican roots and some of the more sophisticated modes going down in the New York scene of the 60s – and a classic pre-salsa album from Mon Rivera! Rivera's got a small combo here who represent the hippest Alegre players of the time ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Original 70s pressing – a great copy!)
Mon Rivera & Others —
Mon Rivera Con Moncho Lena Y Sus Ases Del Ritmo – Mas Exitos Inolvidables ... LP Ansonia, Mid 1950s. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
Very early work from the legendary Mon Rivera – with work from Moncho Lena too, on titles that include "Paquete No Mas", "Oye A Moncho", "Seguire Esperando", "Lily", "Martinez Nadal", "Pobrecita Muchacho", and "Carmela Dame La ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(80s pressing – a great copy!)
Mon Rivera Y Su Orquesta —
Que Gente, Averigua ... LP Alegre, 1961. Good ... Out Of Stock
A great blend of Puerto Rican roots and some of the more sophisticated modes going down in the New York scene of the 60s – and a classic pre-salsa album from Mon Rivera! Rivera's got a small combo here who represent the hippest Alegre players of the time – both Charlie and Eddie ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Felipe La Voz Rodriguez —
La Ultima Copa ... LP Guarani (Puerto Rico), 1960s. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Titles include "Mas Dano Me Hizo Tu Amor", "La Ultima Copa", "La Cama Vacia", "Copas Y Amigos", "Corazon Herido", "Que Tu Crees", and "Queiro Beber". LP, Vinyl record album
Pete Rodriguez —
At Last ... LP Remo, 1964. Very Good+ ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Pre-boogaloo material from Pete Rodriguez – but still quite lively, in the manner of Joe Cuba, right before he cut his boogaloo sides! The album's a refreshing change from the early 60s pachanga groove – as Pete's group works hard on the percussion tip to strip down the grooves and ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Red label pressing with silver text – a nice copy!)
Pete Rodriguez —
El Conde ... LP Fania, 1974. Very Good+ ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
The classic first album as a solo act from Pete "El Conde" Rodriguez – not the boogaloo artist with the same first and last name, but the singer who'd rose to fame on a series of classic albums with Johnny Pacheco! The style here is rich and soulful – a return to tradition in ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Mexican pressing.)
Pete Rodriguez —
I Like It Like That (A Mi Me Gusta Asi) (180 gram pressing) ... LP Alegre/Craft, Late 60s. New Copy (reissue)... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A fantastic little album of Latin Soul – a perfect example of why Pete was known as the "King Of The Boogaloo" during the 60s! The group's having a non-stop party on the album – breaking it hard with heavy piano lines, rumbling bass underneath the grooves, tight timbales, and ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Pete Rodriguez —
I Like It Like That/Alegre, Late 60s. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
A fantastic little album of Latin Soul – a perfect example of why Pete was known as the "King Of The Boogaloo" during the 60s! The group's having a non-stop party on the album – breaking it hard with heavy piano lines, rumbling bass underneath the grooves, tight timbales, and ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Recent reissue pressing. Small name in pen on the back cover.)
Pete Rodriguez —
Latin Boogaloo ... LP Alegre, 1966. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
A killer album by the self-appointed King Of The Boogaloo! Pete's late 60s sides for Alegre are some really incredible records – and this album's one of the best of the bunch, stuffed with tight groovy tracks that really have the whole band going to town! Percussion steps around piano, bass ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Alegre, 1968. Very Good+ ... $28.99
Hot and wild – two of the best words you could use to describe the late 60s Latin Soul material of Pete Rodriguez – especially on an album like this! This album has Pete and his combo at their best – stepping effortlessly between English-language, soul-based tracks – and ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Blue label stereo pressing with Bell Sound stamp. Cover has a light bump in one corner, and a cutout hole – but this is a great copy overall.)
Tito Rodriguez —
25th Anniversary Performance ... LP TR, 1973. Very Good+ Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
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Tito Rodriguez —
Desarrecuestate Nene/RCA, 1950s. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Tito Rodriguez —
El Inolvidable ... LP West Side Latino, 1976. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
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United Artists, 1968. Near Mint- ... $14.99
Features arrangements by Rene Hernandez and Arthur Azenzer – and titles include "Fiesta De Besos", "Nadie Me Ama", "Ya Tu Lo Ves", "San Juan", "Llego El Sonero", and "Boogaloo In Puerto Rico". LP, Vinyl record album
(Mono green label UA Latino pressing. Cover has minimal wear.)
Tito Rodriguez —
Inolvidables – Latin Gold Collection ... CD Polydor, Mid/Late 60s. Used ... Out Of Stock
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United Artists, 1960. Very Good- ... $9.99
Wonderfully jazzy work from Tito Rodriguez – and further proof that his live albums are often some of the best he ever recorded! The set's got an earthy feel that's quite different than some of Tito's studio albums – still that tight groove he brought to Latin music at the end of the ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Mono white label promo. Includes UA inner sleeve. Cover has light edge wear & aging. Labels have light staining.)
Tito Rodriguez —
Senor Tito Rodriguez ... LP Tico, 1958. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
An excellent little set from Tito – recorded in the late 50s for Tico, with a groove that's harder than much of his 60s work for United Artists! The lineup includes some nice jazzy vibes work on a few tracks – and the album includes the great percussive track "Suena Tu Bongo (Beat ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Red label stereo Forum pressing. Cover has some wear and aging, splitting in the top seam, center split in the spine, and some price sticker remnants in back.)
RCA, 1955. Very Good ... Just Sold Out!
A great little record – a heck of a lot nicer than Tito's work in the 50s, with a much more hard driving mambo sound, touched by a bit of jazz. The style here's not dissimilar to Tito Puente's work at the time – and titles include "Ay No No No", "A Little Bit Of ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Mono black label pressing with deep groove. Cover has light wear, yellowing from age, mostly split top seam, and a center split in the bottom seam.)
Fonseca/Andale, Late 60s. New Copy (reissue)... $18.99 19.99
Plenty happenin' here – a wealth of boogaloo grooves, mad Latin jazz riffs, and lots lots more – all served up on a platter that's easily one of the most cooking ever from trumpeter Willie Rodriguez! Like other releases on the Fonseca label, there's a nicely messed-up groove going on ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Willie Rodriguez —
Mi Montuno ... LP Fonseca/Andale, Mid 60s. New Copy (reissue)... Out Of Stock
Willie Rodriguez at his 60s best – driving his combo with a fire and fury that few other Latin leaders could match! The grooves here are raw and tight, right from the start – a recasting of Cuban descarga modes into an even tighter combo setting – with percussion leading the way ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Andale, Mid 60s. New Copy (reissue)... Just Sold Out!
Stunning sounds from Willie Rodriguez – easily one of the hardest, heaviest leaders on the 60s scene in New York! The record is a live one, but has the focus and intensity of Willie's best studio work for Fonseca – red hot grooves that are a fusion of Willie's Puerto Rican roots with ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Willie Rodriguez with Leo Casino —
Heat Wave ... LP Fonseca/Andale, 1965. New Copy (reissue)... Out Of Stock
An excellent early album from Latin leader/trumpeter Willie Rodriguez – one of his gems for the Fonseca label, with vocals from Leo Casino – a tight mix of Latin Soul, descarga, and salsa tracks that hit hard from the start and don't let up! Rodriguez leads a great band, and they're ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Heat Wave ... LP 19.99
Fonseca, 1965. Near Mint- ... $19.99
An excellent early album from Latin leader/trumpeter Willie Rodriguez – one of his gems for the Fonseca label, with vocals from Leo Casino – a tight mix of Latin Soul, descarga, and salsa tracks that hit hard from the start and don't let up! Rodriguez leads a great band, and they're ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(2008 Andale reissue.)
Roberto Roena —
Roberto Roena Y Su Apollo Sound 6 ... LP International, 1974. Very Good Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
A real breakthrough album from Roberto Roena and his Apollo Sound combo – a record that showed the world that this scrappy little group could stand head to head with the giants of the 70s salsa years! As on other records, there's a strongly percussive vibe throughout – bongos from ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Roberto Roena Y Su Apollo Sound —
El Progreso – Roberto Roena Y Su Apollo Sound 10 ... LP Fania, 1978. Very Good ... Out Of Stock
The 10th album in a legendary 70s run from Roberto Roena and Apollo Sound – a set that has the group deepening their emotion and social themes a bit more than before! The core Apollo Sound is still very firmly in place here – with tight salsa-heavy horns offset by a saxophone, plus ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Roberto Roena Y Su Apollo Sound —
La 8va Maravilla ... LP International, 1977. Very Good ... Out Of Stock
Always-great 70s work from Roberto Roena and his Apollo Sound group – one of those Latin combos that always seems to be right on the money! The tunes here have a fluid, grooving quality that definitely earns them the "8th wonder" reputation in the title – Roena at the head on ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Shorty Rogers —
Afro-Cuban Influence ... CD RCA (Spain), 1958. Used ... Out Of Stock
A wonderful album of Latin grooves from Shorty! The record is one of his best, and features a whopping array of percussionists – including Carlos Vidal, Modesto Duran, and Mike Pacheco all coming into play with Shorty's west coast style of arrangements, tweaked greatly here to pick up an ... (Jazz, Latin) read more CD
Shorty Rogers —
Afro-Cuban Influence ... CD RCA, 1958. Used ... Out Of Stock
A wonderful album of Latin grooves from Shorty! The record is one of his best, and features a whopping array of percussionists – including Carlos Vidal, Modesto Duran, and Mike Pacheco all coming into play with Shorty's west coast style of arrangements, tweaked greatly here to pick up an ... (Jazz, Latin) read more CD
Gonzalo Roig & His Orchestra —
In A Cuban Garden ... LP RCA, 1958. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
The music on this album is very orchestral, almost soundtrack-like, with the strings dominating in sweeping dramatic arrangements, with traditional Cuban elements coming through. Titles include "Fantasia Cubana", "Mosaico Cubano", "El Mambi", "La Bella ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Tito Rojas —
Tito Rojas Live – Autenticamente En Vivo ... CD MP, 2002. Used 2CD ... Out Of Stock
... CD
(Out of print.)
RCA, 1955. Near Mint- 2x7" Gatefold (pic cover)... $18.99
Edmundo Ros —
New Rhythms Of The South ... LP London, 1961. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
Al Rosa —
Theme From Guess Who's Coming To Dinner ... LP Tower, 1968. Sealed ... Out Of Stock
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Willie Rosario —
Antonia/Inca, 1975. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Willie Rosario —
Boogaloo & Guaguanco ... LP Atco, 1968. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
A wicked batch of Latin groovers from Willie Rosario – one that takes all the energy of his rare indie sides from the 60s, and fuses it with the tight approach to Latin Soul being hipped up by Atlantic at the time! The whole thing's great, and has a vibe that's very lively overall – ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Willie Rosario —
Roaring Fifties ... LP Bronco, 1991. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
A later salsa set from this timbales giant – with titles that include "Keeping Busy", "Preparen Candela", "El Mujeriego", "Llora Timbero", "Tu Estas Final", and "Amandote Y Sonandote". LP, Vinyl record album
Willie Rosario —
Viva Rosario ... LP Bronco, 1990. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
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Advance Dance Disques, 2013. Used 2 CDs ... $11.99
... CD
Royal Jesters —
English Oldies ... CD Numero, Mid 1960s. Used ... Out Of Stock
Really wonderful work from the Texas scene of the 60s – not the heady psych or garage usually associated with the state, nor the more Latin-inflected modes from the border – but instead a unique batch of music that feels more like work from either coast, and which comes across with a ... (Rock, Latin) read more CD
Gonzalo Rubalcaba —
Blessing ... CD Blue Note/Somethin Else, 1991. Used ... Out Of Stock
Gonzalo Rubalcaba —
Discovery – Featuring Charlie Haden & Paul Motian ... CD Blue Note/Somethin Else, 1990. Used ... Out Of Stock
Gonzalo Rubalcaba —
Imagine – Gonzalo Rubalcaba In The USA ... CD Blue Note, 1995. Used ... Out Of Stock
Gonzalo Rubalcaba —
Messidor's Finest Vol 3 ... CD Messidor (Germany), 1990s. Used ... Out Of Stock
Gonzalo Rubalcaba on grand piano and keyboards, Rafael Carrasco on flute and tenor saxophone, Manuel Varela on saxophone, Reynaldo Melian on trumpet, Lazaro Cruz Olmos on trumpet and flugelhorn, Felipe Cabrera on bass and electric bass, Horacio "El Negro" Hernandez on drums and Roberto ... (Jazz, Latin) read more CD
Gonzalo Rubalcaba —
Paseo ... CD Blue Note/EMI, 2004. Used ... Just Sold Out!
Frankie Ruiz —
Solista Pero No Solo ... LP TH, 1985. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
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Hilton Ruiz —
Doin' It Right ... CD BMG/Novus, 1990. Used ... Out Of Stock
Hilton Ruiz —
Heroes ... CD Telarc, 1994. Used ... Out Of Stock
Novus, 1987. Near Mint- ... $6.99 9.99
A nice record from Ruiz and one that really combines jazz elements with a Latin sound. Ruiz composed and arranged the songs on the record and plays piano as well. His ensemble consists of such players as Lew Soloff on trumpet, Steve Turre on trombone & seashells, Sam Rivers on flute and tenor ... (Jazz, Latin) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has light wear and some scrapes near the spine.)
Pablo Beltran Ruiz —
El Baile Del Ano ... LP RCA, 1967. Very Good- ... Out Of Stock
Although Pablo Beltran Ruiz is better known for more traditional material, this groovy album from the 60s has him moving through a great batch of 60s pop and Latin tracks – and it's got a wonderful lively sound! The album kicks off with a great instrumental version of Joe Cuba's "El ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Jackie Ryan —
Recuerdos De Mi Madre ... CD Open Art, 2022. Used ... Out Of Stock
Sabicas —
Flamenco Puro ... LP Columbia, 1959. Near Mint- ... $9.99
(Global Grooves, Latin) LP, Vinyl record album
(Stereo gold label 6 eye Adventures In Sound pressing. Cover has light wear.)
Betico Salas —
Baile Ud Con Betico Salas ... LP Mag/Vampi Soul (Spain), 1966. New Copy (reissue)... Out Of Stock
That's Betico Salas on the cover – a hell of a trumpet player, and one who really sets the tone for this rare album from the Peruvian scene! The record's very much in the best small combo mode of the New York scene of the time, but also has some unique South American touches too – some ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
El Palmas (Spain), New Copy (reissue)... $36.99 39.99 About April 5, 2024 (delayed)
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Bobby Sanabria —
Big Band Urban Folktales ... CD Jazzheads, 2007. Used ... Out Of Stock
Bobby Sanabria Big Band —
Afro-Cuban Dream Live & In Clave – Recorded At Birdland ... CD Arabesque Jazz, 1999. Used ... Just Sold Out!
... CD
(Out of print, some pen on booklet cover and a removed sticker on CD hub.)
Bobby Sanabria Multiverse Big Band —
Vox Humana ... CD Jazzheads, 2023. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Cuco Sanchez —
Cuando Estoy Contigo/Columbia, 1967. Very Good+ ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
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(Mono 2 eye pressing. Cover has a tracklist sticker, light wear, and a cutout hole.)
Poncho Sanchez —
Congo Caliente – Fuerte!/Concord/Picante, 1987. Used 2CD ... Out Of Stock
Tight, hard and straight ahead Latin jazz from one of the greats of the 80s! Poncho's work on Concord/Picante is always a treat – and this record's a very nice batch of no-nonsense Latin jazz tracks, played with strong arrangements, and a sweet west coast vibe. Titles include "Co Co My ... read more CD
Poncho Sanchez —
Papa Gato ... LP Concord, 1987. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
Titles include "Papa Gato", "Pan Dulce", "Baila Baila", "Manteca", "Senor Blues", "Serenidad", and "Quindembo". LP, Vinyl record album
GRP, 1994. Used ... $4.99
Arturo Sandoval —
Hot House ... CD N2K, 1998. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Arturo Sandoval —
Live At The Blue Note (CD & DVD) ... CD Half Note, 2004. Used CD & DVD ... Out Of Stock
Arturo Sandoval on trumpet, Felipe LaMoglia on saxophone, Rene Toledo on guitar, Dennis Marks on bass, Alexis Arce on drums, and Tomas Cruz on percussion. CD
Santa Y Su Gente —
Urgente ... CD RCA/Lion, 1974. New Copy ... $5.99 16.99
That's not Santa, as in Santa Claus – but a nickname for Santiago Salas, who works here in a very cool, jazzy mode! The album's got plenty of Latin roots, mixed with hipper 70s touches that include some key electric elements as well – all served up in a sparkling groove that's mighty ... (Jazz, Latin) read more CD
Gilberto Santa Rosa —
De Amor Y Salsa ... LP Combo, 1988. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
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Gilberto Santa Rosa —
Good Vibrations ... LP Combo, 1986. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
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Gilberto Santa Rosa —
Keeping Cool ... LP Combo, 1987. Very Good ... Out Of Stock
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Mongo Santamaria —
Afro Blue – The Picante Collection ... CD Concord, Late 80s. Used ... Out Of Stock
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Mongo Santamaria —
Afro Roots (Mongo/Fantasy, 1958/1959. Near Mint- 2LP Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
A nice Prestige 2-fer collecting two early sides Mongo cut for Fantasy in the late 50s. The first, released under the title Mongo, is a no-nonsense batch of Latin jazz tracks, arranged by himself and Francisco Aguabella, who's sort of the co-leader of the group on the set! Players include Emil ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Mongo Santamaria —
El Bravo! ... LP Columbia, 1965. Near Mint- ... Just Sold Out!
A mid 60s masterpiece from Mongo Santamaria – pre-Latin Soul, and cooking all the way through! The album's one of the strongest realizations of the Santamaria genius at Columbia – and features heavily cooking arrangements from the great Marty Sheller, who also plays trumpet in the ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Stereo 360 Sound pressing. Cover has light wear.)
Mongo Santamaria —
El Pussy Cat ... LP Columbia, 1965. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
A really pivotal album in the career of Mongo Santamaria – one that has Mongo stripping down the groove, kicking up some jazz, and mixing together soulful styles that brought him to the top of the Latin crowd of the 1960s! There's a tightness here that goes beyond any of Santamaria's ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(70s pressing. Cover has a cut corner and light wear.)
Mongo Santamaria —
El Pussy Cat (portrait cover) ... LP Columbia, 1965. Very Good ... Out Of Stock
A really pivotal album in the career of Mongo Santamaria – one that has Mongo stripping down the groove, kicking up some jazz, and mixing together soulful styles that brought him to the top of the Latin crowd of the 1960s! There's a tightness here that goes beyond any of Santamaria's ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(White label mono 2 Eye radio station promo. Cover has light wear & aging, sticker remnant of the timing strip.)
Mongo Santamaria —
Feelin' Alright ... LP Atlantic, 1970. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
One of Mongo's biggest records of the early 70s – and an important early side for Atlantic Records! Moving to Atlantic from Columbia, Mongo hipped things up even more – picking up on important trends in soul, rock, and the Latin underground of the time. Atlantic gave Mongo the freedom ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Mongo Santamaria —
Free Spirit ... CD Multimedia, 1984. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A pretty sweet Latin jazz session from Mongo – recorded with the same electric groove as his 70s recordings on Vaya, plus touches of a more classic Latin jazz sound that are very nice! The group's very nice – and there's some excellent reed work by Sam Furnace and Tony Hinson, which ... read more CD
(Out of print and sealed with a small cutout hole through the case.)
Mongo Santamaria —
Live At Jazz Alley ... CD Concord, 1990. Used ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Features strong jazz contributions from Bobby Porcelli on alto and flute, Mitch Frohman on tenor and soprano, and Ray Vega on trumpet! CD
(Out of print.)
Mongo Santamaria —
Mongo At Montreux ... LP Atlantic, 1971. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Mongo cooks mightily – working here at the Montreux Jazz Fest in 1971, with a soaring group that's even more spiritual than any of his records in the 60s! There's definitely a dose of Latin Soul in the mix, but there's a fiercer, more righteous quality to the album too – thanks to the ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Mongo Santamaria —
Mongo At The Village Gate ... LP Battle/Riverside, 1963. Good ... Out Of Stock
A raw early cooker from Mongo Santamaria – a real standout album from the Riverside years, thanks to a live performance that goes far beyond his studio work of the time! The set was caught live at the Village Gate – in a way that lets the band open up and really jam on the tunes – ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Mongo Santamaria —
Mongo Santamaria's Greatest Hits ... LP Columbia, Late 60s. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
Killer Latin soul from one of the all-time greats – a collection of greatest hits from Mongo Santamaria, but a set that's every bit as essential as his full length albums for Columbia! Most of the cuts on the album were arranged by Mongo's key right-hand man – the great Marty Sheller, ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(70s pressing – CS 1060.)
Mongo Santamaria —
Mr Watermelon Man – La Bamba ... LP Columbia, Late 60s. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Mongo Santamaria at the height of his Latin Soul years – working on a cool Columbia session titled after an earlier hit, but served up with his new lean sound of the late 60s! The album's got that perfect Santamaria combo from the time – a group that features trumpet and these ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Fantasy, 1961. Near Mint- ... $6.99 19.99
(Funky 45's, Latin) 7-inch, Vinyl record
(Black vinyl pressing. Label on "Mongo's Theme" has some marker.)
Mongo Santamaria —
Skin On Skin – The Mongo Santamaria Anthology 1958 to 1995 ... CD Rhino, Late 1950s/1960s/1970s/Early 1990s. Used 2 CDs ... Out Of Stock
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(Out of print 1999 pressing.)
Mongo Santamaria —
Yambu ... LP Fantasy, Late 50s. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
One of Mongo's great early records, with a spooky Afro-Cuban sound, and a great assortment of drummers that includes Francisco Aquabella, Carlos Vidal, Willie Bobo, and Modesto Duran. The overall vibe is much more traditional than Mongo's other albums – and there's none of the pop Latin jazz ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Monguito Santamaria —
Hey Sister ... LP Fania, Late 60s. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Oooooo-weee – a monster album by one of our favorite talents of the Latin soul era! Monguito Santamaria had a really great way of putting the electric bass right up front in his tracks – kicking things up with a bouncing groove that's as sock-boogaloo as boogaloo can get, and which ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Santana —
Lotus ... CD Columbia, 1975. Used 2 CDs ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A great live Santana set, recorded in Japan in '73 and never released on vinyl in the US! The band here is at their peak, and this set features a nice large lineup that includes Tom Coster, Richard Kermode, Doug Rauch, Armando Peraza, Jose Chepito Areas and Michael Shreve, plus Leon Thomas on ... (Rock, Latin) read more CD
(Out of print.)
