Latin — Vinyl
We're especially heavy on New York sounds of the 60s and 70s -- Latin Soul, salsa, boogaloo, and more!
CDs (341) new/used, Vinyl (654) new/used, LPs (603) new/used, 12-inch (3 used), 7-inch (37) new/used, 78 RPM (11), Cassettes (1), All (996)
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Joe Acosta —
Power Of Love ... LP 
Ghetto/Now Again, 1971. New Copy (reissue)... Temporarily Out Of Stock
An extremely rare Latin Soul treasure – the legendary Power Of Love set by Joe Acosta – served up with some killer soul vocals by a young Joe Cruz! As you might guess from the "love" in the title, the set's got a focus on the sweeter sounds of Latin Soul – particularly ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Capitol/Mad About Records (Portugal), 1970. New Copy (reissue)... $32.99 36.99
A killer set from funky drummer Leo Acosta – a Mexican musician, but one who draws plenty of influence here from the New York scene – before turning the whole thing into a set of weird and wild sounds that are very much his own! Leo's clearly got some Latin soul vibe going on here ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Discos Fuentes/Vampi Soul (Spain), 1974. New Copy (reissue)... $29.99 33.99
A record that's every bit as groovy as you might guess from the title – served up by one of the most unique combos to record for Colombia's Discos Fuentes in the 70s! Afrosound certainly have plenty of rhythms and sounds that resonate with their contemporaries at the top of the South ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Epsilon/CuBop, 1977. New Copy ... $24.99 28.99
An album that definitely lives up to its title – as congolero Francisco Aguabella comes on hard, hitting strong throughout – and serving up a wicked blend of Latin, funk, and soul! The mid 70s set is a standout recording from Aguabella – done after he left the group Malo, and one ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Includes download!)
Airto —
Latino – Aqui Se Puede ... LP Sobocode (Puerto Rico), 1984. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
An overlooked gem from Airto – recorded after his 70s years on bigger labels, but a set that almost tops all of them in the end! There's a wonderful mix going on here – a blend of rootsy and electric, and Latin and Brazilian – the former clearly from the placement of the record ... (Brazil, Latin) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(In great shape! Sobocode pressing.)
Alegre All Stars —
Alegre All Stars Vol 1 ... LP Alegre, Early 60s. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
A landmark album that shaped Latin jazz for years to come! The format of the set borrows heavily from the previous Cuban Jam Session LPs, but gives it a real New York twist that made the Alegre albums much stronger overall – and much more influential in a wider spectrum. A core group fo ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Juan Carlos Alfonso & Su Dan Den —
Mas Rollo Que Pelicula ... LP Areito (Cuba), 1992. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
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RCA, 1958. Very Good ... $78.99
One of the most hard-hitting Latin albums from the 50s on RCA – a set released with jokey liner notes from Frank Jacobs of Mad, next to some Jack Davis cartoons – but a set that's got smoking percussion, great horns, and even some very cool use of vibes! LP, Vinyl record album
(Original mono pressing – nice and clean, and plays well. Cover has a bit of splitting on bottom seam, which has been taped.)
Alfredito Orchestra —
Mambos Cha Cha Cha ... LP Rainbow, Mid 1950s. Fair ... Out Of Stock
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Original Gravity (UK), 2024. New Copy ... $29.99 34.99
A blistering album of Latin funk – a set that's got a lean vibe but a very classic sound – one that's put together in the same mode as the excellent run of funky 45s from the long-running Original Gravity label! Nestor Alvarez is Neil Anderson – who handles drums, guitars, ... (Deep Funk, Latin) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Andres Y Sus Estrellas —
Andres Y Sus Estrellas ... LP El Palmas (Spain), Mid 70s. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Rare work from the obscure Andres and his combo – one of those Venezuelan salsa treasure that never saw that much exposure up here back in the day – different than Colombian and Puerto Rican records that formed a much bigger part of the New York scene! Yet the vibe here is every bit as ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Arango —
Guajira (radio mix, late night mix, alternative mix, zulu's choice mix, south beach mix, dubstramental) ... 12-inch Elephant, 1992. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
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RCA (Mexico), 1953. Very Good+ ... $2.99
RCA, 1957. Near Mint- ... $6.99
Dreamy sounds from Luiz Arcaraz – a mixture of Latin rhythms, orchestrations, and his own solos. LP, Vinyl record album
(Mono pressing with deep groove. Cover has light wear and aging.)
Brownswood (UK), 2023. New Copy ... $29.99 About June 1, 2024
Joe Arroyo —
Hasta Amanece ... LP Discos Fuentes (Colombia), 1984. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Features the long "Mosaico Salsero" – plus "El Palo", "Rosa Angelina", "Los Barcos En La Bahia", "El Martillo", and "El Nativo". LP, Vinyl record album
RCA, 1959. Very Good+ ... $6.99
Not a Fred Astaire vocal record – and instead some very groovy Latin material recorded under his name! LP, Vinyl record album
(Mono pressing with deep groove. Cover has a split spine, light wear, and a small spot of clear tape.)
Aurita Y Su Conjunto (Aurita Castillo) —
Chambacu ... LP Discos Fuentes/Mississippi, Early 60s. New Copy (reissue)... Out Of Stock
One of the most unusual albums ever issued on the legendary Discos Fuentes label – and that's saying a lot, given how many unusual albums the company put out! This set's got a core Colombian groove in the rhythms – very much in the rootsy style that the company was making a name for in ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Aurita Y Su Conjunto (Aurita Castillo) —
Chambacu ... LP Discos Fuentes/Mississippi, Early 60s. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
One of the most unusual albums ever issued on the legendary Discos Fuentes label – and that's saying a lot, given how many unusual albums the company put out! This set's got a core Colombian groove in the rhythms – very much in the rootsy style that the company was making a name for in ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Odeon (Peru), 1973. Very Good ... $13.99
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(Cover has light wear & aging, with a bit of pen on the back.)
Azuquita —
Azuquita Y Su Melao – Salsa Internacional ... LP Atlas, 1983. Very Good+ ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A great lineup – with sax and flute from Mauricio Smith, who also directed the group! Arrangements by Smith, Marty Sheller, and Oscar Hernandez – and titles include "Quiero Paz", "Colombia Quiero Saber La Verdad", "Felicidad", "Los Cantos Del ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Azuquita —
Azuquita Y Su Melao En Hollywood ... LP E&G, Mid 1970s. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
A rare 70s corker from the mighty Azuquita – featuring his own vocals in the lead of a group directed by Victor Paz, with work on saxes, trumpets, and trombones – plus piano from Marcos Rangel too! Titles include the long guaguanco "Elige Que Yo Te Enseno" – plus "E ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has light wear, and back has a very small light stain – but vinyl is great.)
Azuquita Y Su Melao —
Llego Y Dijo ... LP Vaya, 1979. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
A killer from Camilo Azuquita – a set that features his own great vocals lined up with his super-tight combo – all produced to perfection by Johnny Pacheco! Titles include "La Llorona", "Milongas Espanola", "Ganas", "Amor Genuino", "Mira Mi ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Original US pressing – a nice copy!)
Camilo Azuquita —
Amantes Secretos ... LP TTH, 1989. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
Features musical direction from Isidro Infante, who also handled a lot of the arrangements – and titles include "Como Si Nada", "Amantes Secretos", "No Apagues La Luz", "Conversemos", "Pionero", and "Te Dedico". LP, Vinyl record album
(A nice copy!)
Carlos Barberia —
Watch Out ... LP Discolando, 1976. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Carlos Barberia cooks things up nicely here – thanks to arrangements from Manolo Albo, a triple-sax section, and vocals from Tito Contreras and Willy El Baby! Titles include "Mofoibale Al Tambo", "Para Balboa Me Voy", "Milagro De Borinquen", and "Yo Tengo ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Carlos Barberia Y Su Orquesta Kubavana —
Rarezas Del Siglo ... LP Lasonic, 1980. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Features vocals from Menique, Tito Contreras, and Willie El Baby – on titles that include "La Negra Tomasa", "Humo Y Espuma", "Rarezas Del Siglo", "Yo Soy Rumbero", "La Siteria", and "Pare Cochero". Features arrangements from Tito ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Gato Barbieri —
Chapter Three – Viva Emiliano Zapata ... LP ABC/Impulse, 1974. Very Good Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
Amazing work from Gato Barbieri's legendary exploration of Latin American sounds for Impulse Records – a set that's heavy on Cuban influences, thanks to arrangements from the mighty Chico O'Farrill! The sound is sublime – a bit fuller than some of Gato's other albums in the run, but ... (Jazz, Latin) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Gato Barbieri —
Gato Barbieri (aka Chapter Three – Viva Emiliano Zapata) ... LP Quintessence Jazz, 1974. Near Mint- ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Amazing work from Gato Barbieri's legendary exploration of Latin American sounds for Impulse Records – a set that's heavy on Cuban influences, thanks to arrangements from the mighty Chico O'Farrill! The sound is sublime – a bit fuller than some of Gato's other albums in the run, but ... (Jazz, Latin) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Late 70s issue. Cover has light ring impressions and is bent a bit at the top seam.)
Justi Barreto —
Santeria – Toques Y Cantos ... LP Gema, Mid 60s. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
The real deal – "interpretados por autenticos Santeros"! LP, Vinyl record album
Ray Barretto —
Barretto Live – Tomorrow (7 inch jukebox EP) ... 7-inch Atlantic, 1976. Very Good+ (pic cover)... Out Of Stock
Of all of Ray's post-Fania albums in the 70's, this is from probably the most straight Latin. Good thing, too, because the set's a very live performance, and it's filled with the kind of vibrant energy that was carrying the New York Latin scene on waves of dynamism and creativity during the time. ... (Funky 45's, Latin) read more 7-inch, Vinyl record
Ray Barretto —
Indestructible (180 gram pressing) ... LP Fania/Craft, 1973. New Copy (reissue)... Temporarily Out Of Stock
By this point in his career, Ray Barretto certainly was Indestructible – one of the biggest Latin leaders of his day, working at the forefront of new trends and new sounds! This fact is wonderfully displayed by the front cover, which shows Ray unbuttoning his shirt and taking off his Clark ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Ray Barretto —
La Cuna ... LP CTI, 1981. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
A nice jammer from the "second wind" period of CTI – and a strong return to Latin jazz for Ray! The set's a great mixture of smooth CTI electric funk and Latin-oriented grooves – and it features work by Ray on congas and percussion, plus a list of players that includes Tito ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Ray Barretto —
Mercy Mercy Baby/Fania, 1968. Very Good- ... Out Of Stock
Fania/Craft, 1972. New Copy (reissue)... $26.99 28.99
A fantastic classic from Latin percussion legend Ray Barretto – one of his most sophisticated albums of the 70s, and a set that's different than some of his later salsa hits! The album mixes together rootsy percussion and smoother jazzy arrangements – in a manner that keeps things ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Ray Barretto —
Que Viva La Musica/Fania, 1972. Near Mint- ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Fania/Craft, 1967. New Copy (reissue)... $26.99 28.99
Stunning soul from the great Joe Bataan – a really groundbreaking mix of modes that's right up there with the best of the Spanish Harlem scene of the late 60s! The album is Joe Bataan's debut for the Fania Records label – and the start of an incendiary run of Latin classics that ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Joe Bataan —
Joe Bataan II ... LP Salsoul, 1981. Near Mint- ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
One of the sweeeeet club groovers recorded by Joe Bataan in the the early 80s – and an album that has a bit more of a disco feel than before, but which still stays firmly in the Latinized Salsoul sound that Bataan helped to forge and name! Joe's vocals are great – still honest and with ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Includes the printed inner sleeve. Cover has a cutout notch and light wear.)
Joe Bataan —
Salsoul (blue vinyl pressing) ... LP Mericana/Salsoul, 1973. New Copy (reissue)... Out Of Stock
A landmark album from Joe Bataan – so great, that it made the entire record company change its name from their original Mericana to the better-known Salsoul – which would later rule the world with a host of disco classics! The record has Joe really bursting out after his seminal Latin ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Joe Bataan —
Singin' Some Soul ... LP Fania, 1972. Sealed ... Out Of Stock
One of the most soulful records ever recorded by Joe Bataan – a sweet blend of harmony soul and east coast styles, done in a mode that's a bit less Latin than some of his earlier records – but really wonderful overall! The style here is almost late 60s Philly soul – particularly ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Limited, numbered pressing from 2010.)
Joe Bataan & Others —
Drug Story ... LP Ghetto/Now Again, Early 1970s. New Copy (reissue)... Out Of Stock
Some of the most powerful work ever recorded by Latin soul legend Joe Bataan – which you might expect, given the title and the cover! The set's actually a collaboration between Joe and some of the other hip artists recording for his short-lived but impressive Ghetto Records label – and ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Teca, 1960s. Very Good+ ... $6.99 9.99
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(Cover has some top & bottom seam splitting, 3 small peel spots on the opening side.)
Pablo/OJC, 1978. Sealed ... $14.99
A strangely wonderful Latin set with a very drum-heavy approach! Cuban percussionist Walfredo plays in a large group with Louie Belson on the regular kit and "moog drum" – and the rest of the group features strong Latin players like Francisco Aguabella, Clare Fischer, Emil Richards ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Early 90s OJC pressing, still sealed with review sticker.)
Justo Betancourt —
Best Of/Fania, Early 70s. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Titles include "Pa Bravo you", "Corazon Herido", "Sigo Bravo", "Lagrimas Y Tristezas", "Vete Y Pregona", and "Tu Y Tu Guarapo". LP, Vinyl record album
Tropical, 1960s. Very Good+ ... $29.99
Lots of classics from this legendary group – including "Bombele", "Ya Te Olivide", "Cuando Florezcan Las Amapolas", "Mosaico No 1", "El Trago", "Coco Pleao", "Casi Te Muerdo", and "El Hombre Marinero". LP, Vinyl record album
(Tan label pressing.)
Bio Ritmo —
Bio Ritmo (with bonus tracks & download) ... LP Locutor/Peace & Rhythm, 2002. New Copy 2LP (reissue)... Out Of Stock
The first full album from Bio Ritmo – a contemporary Latin combo with a smoking, jazzy sound! The group have a tightness that reminds us of mid 70s Fania Records – or some of the best indie label albums coming out of the Puerto Rican scene – lots of heavy rhythms at the bottom, ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Black Sugar —
Black Sugar II (180 gram pressing) ... LP Sono Radio/Discos Monterey (Spain), 1971. New Copy Gatefold (reissue)... Out Of Stock
The second great album from Peruvian funk legends Black Sugar, and a set that's every bit as great as the first – perhaps even more so from a keyboard perspective, given that there's plenty of sweet organ and moog that filter through the set! The record's got the group sounding even tighter ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Ruben Blades —
Caminando ... LP Discos International, 1991. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
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Elektra, 1986. Sealed ... $14.99
Features Virgilio Marti, Tito Puente, Yomo Toro, Javier Vasquez, Paquito D'Rivera, Adalberto Santiago, Yayo El Indio, and Chocolate Armenteros. (Soundtracks, Latin) LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a cutout notch. Shrink has a hype sticker.)
Ruben Blades —
Mucho Mejor ... LP Fania, 1984. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
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Ruben Blades —
Salswing ... LP Ruben Blades, 2021. Near Mint- 2LP Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
Ruben Blades steps out here in a mix of modes – tracks from both his Swing and Salsa Plus albums, and like those cuts, done in collaboration with the group of Robert Delgado – the bassist whose arrangements really help the record soar! Ruben's vocals are wonderful – somehow even ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Black vinyl pressing.)
Ruben Blades —
Siembra 45 Aniversario – En Vivo En El Coliseo De Puerto Rico ... LP Ruben Blades, 2023. New Copy 2LP ... Out Of Stock
Singer Ruben Blades scored a big early moment of fame on the Siembra album by Willie Colon – and here, he works with the larger ensemble of Roberto Delgado to pay tribute to that classic record from the late 70s! The album's a live one, recorded before a very enthusiastic crowd in Puerto ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Ruben Blades Y Seis Del Solar —
Buscando America ... LP Elektra, 1984. Very Good- Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
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CuBop/Ubiquity, 2024. New Copy 2LP ... $24.99 28.99
A long-overdue set from the great Johnny Blas – the percussionist who really made the Cubop label so great back in the 90s, returning here with a sound and style that's even more classic than ever! The instrumentation and production are rock-solid throughout – no too-polished modes, ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Willie Bobo —
New Dimension ... LP Verve, 1969. Very Good- ... Out Of Stock
Latin soul percussionist Willie Bobo hits a new dimension here – singing as well as playing timbales, hitting a groovy groove that's perfect for his rough and ready vocals! The track list is a mix of 60s soul covers and a few very tasty original tunes – all done in a mod style that's ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Stereo MGM pressing. Cover has surface wear & aging, light staining along the spine.)
Areito (Cuba), Early 70s. Very Good+ ... $11.99
A series of performances dedicated to the memory of Cuban singer Bola De Nieve – featuring only piano for accompaniment of the vocals, and very dynamic singing overall! Titles include ""Dejame Recordar", "No Ejes Que Te Olvide", "La Flor De La Canela", ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Sonny Bravo/Columbia/Mad About Records (Portugal), Late 60s. New Copy ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Two killer cuts from the late 60s Latin soul years at Columbia Records – both great! Sonny Bravo takes on Archie Bell's "Tighten Up", but in a way that's even harder and funkier than the original – thanks to some heavy conga at the bottom, and a very badass East Harlem sort ... (Funky 45's, Latin) read more 7-inch, Vinyl record
Salsa/Vampi Soul (Spain), Early 1970s. New Copy (reissue)... $29.99 34.99 About May 17, 2024
Proof that hard Latin didn't always happen on the uptown scene – and a self-titled cooker from this legendary combo from Brooklyn! The record's a killer all the way through – done with some very deep, dark trombone that colors the session like the best of Johnny Colon's material from ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Brown Brothers Of Soul —
Cholo/Specialty, 1971. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
2 excellent funky instrumentals – both of Chicano origin, if we figure right from the title! "Cholo" is a slow funky tune with searing sax and organ over the top – conga beats sneaking in from time to time, but most of the groove laid down by bass. There's a bit of mad ... (Funky 45's, Latin) read more 7-inch, Vinyl record
Liberty, 1965. Very Good+ ... $6.99
(Folk/Country, Latin) LP, Vinyl record album
(Stereo pressing. Cover has some ringwear, edge wear, and mostly split top seam.)
Buena Vista Social Club —
Buena Vista Social Club ... LP World Circuit/Nonesuch, 1997. Near Mint- 2LP Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
A contemporary legend in Latin music – one that was done in collaboration with the film of the same name – organized by Ry Cooder, directed by Wim Wenders, and put forth as a reminder to America that Cuban culture was still going strong, even decades after we turned our backs on the ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Figure & Ground, 2024. New Copy ... $28.99 32.99
A set that's heavy on percussion, and which really sticks to this group's commitment to the rootsier sound of Colombian music – particularly the coastal style of bullerengue, which is served up here in a bold mix of drums, percussion, and rising voices! There's a female singer in the lead, ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Cabrerita Y Sus Ideas —
Sobre Salsa ... LP Alegre, 1972. Near Mint- ... Out Of Stock
A mad little album put together by producer Joe Cain – and featuring the Ideas group of trumpeter Cabrerita! Cabby's got a sound that's pretty full-on – often blowing for all he's worth, and really taking things over the top of the tunes. The album's got one 6 minute descarga number ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Original pressing – a nice copy!)
Pupi Campo —
Latin Dance Party Vol 5 ... LP Seeco, 1957. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Plenty of percussive groovers from Pupi Campo – and titles include "Earl Wilson Mambo", "Mambonick", "Wha Hoppen", "Negra Consentida", "Son De La Loma", and "Mambo Rhapsody". LP, Vinyl record album
CAMPOS —
8th Door ... LP Peace & Rhythm, 2023. New Copy ... Out Of Stock
Cool cuts from CAMPOS – a name that stands for "Cumbias And More Psychedelic Original Sounds" – which is a very good way to describe the music on the set! There's an update of older Colombian modes going on – served up by Joshua Camp, who handles all instruments and ... (Global Grooves, Latin) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Carlos Campos —
Danzones Melodicos ... 7-inch Musart (Mexico), 1967. Very Good+ (pic cover)... Out Of Stock
Alegre/Craft, 1975. New Copy (reissue)... $26.99 28.99
Possibly the greatest album ever from Angel Canales – a 70s salsa classic through and through, and one with great links between the New York scene and Canales' Puerto Rican roots! The tunes are wonderfully heartfelt throughout – sung with a youthful sense of soul that's far different ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
CP, 1970s. Very Good+ ... $24.99 34.99
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(Cover has light wear.)
ABC, Late 50s. Very Good+ ... $14.99
Candido cut sooo many great Latin records over the years, spanning a wide range of styles, we have a hard time deciding which we love the best. We like to think this may be his best album from the early part of his career, specifically because it features the master conga player amidst a tight ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Black label stereo pressing. Cover is nice!)
Ghetto/Now Again, Early 1970s. New Copy (reissue)... $23.99 26.99
Not the same Candido that you might know from Salsoul Records or 50s Latin fame – and instead a younger percussionist who cut this legendary album for Joe Bataan's Ghetto Records label! The set's got a rootsy vibe that's mighty nice – right up there with the best of the Fania salsa ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Bobby Capo —
50 Aniversario Goya – 1936 to 1986 ... LP Goya, 1986. Near Mint- 3LP Trifold ... Out Of Stock
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Bobby Capo —
Bueno Bueno Y Sabroso – Bobby Capo Y Orquesta De Chuco Zarzosa ... LP Camden, 1960s. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Lots of classics from Bobby Capo – titles that include "La Muerte En Bicicleta", "Lagrimas Y Tristeza", "El Empujocito", "Bueno Bueno Y Sabroso", "Cuando Llega La Noche", and "Llorando Estoy". LP, Vinyl record album
(Blue label Puerto Rican pressing.)
Bobby Capo —
Exitos De Bobby Capo ... LP Tropical, 1960s. Very Good ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Titles include "Juguete", "La Cocaleca", "Caracol", "Besame La Bembita", "Chica Perdona", "Maria Dolores", and "Zape Gato". LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has split seams held by clear tape and light surface wear.)
Tropical, Late 1950s. Very Good- ... $8.99
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(Orange label pressing with deep groove. Cover has a split bottom seam, splitting on the top seam, clear tape remnant, light wear & aging.)
Carabali —
Carabali ... LP Primo, 1988. Very Good ... Out Of Stock
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(Vinyl has a press flaw that plays with noise on "Se Me Van". Cover has some ring and edge wear, bent a bit at the edges, and lightly bent at the right side.)
Ruben Carrillo Y Su Conjunto —
Grandes Valses Venezolanos ... LP Venezuela Discos Primero (Venezuela), Early 1970s. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
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Orlando Carrizosa Y Su Conjunto —
Recordando ... LP Daro (Colombia), 1966. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
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David Carroll —
Latin Percussion ... LP Mercury, 1960. Very Good+ Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
Mardi Gras, Early 60s. Very Good+ ... $19.99
Hip work from Al Castellanos – one of the mainstays of the excellent Mardi Gras Latin label! Nice cheesecake cover too! LP, Vinyl record album
(Heavy blue label pressing, with deep groove. Cover has a small bit of tape on the top seam – but this is a nice copy!)
Mardi Gras, 1956. Very Good ... Just Sold Out!
Al Castellanos & Bobby Escoto —
Arrimate Carinito/Tico, 1950s. Very Good ... Out Of Stock
Carmen Cavallaro —
With That Latin Beat ... LP Decca, 1959. Very Good+ ... $6.99
The frenzied piano of Carmen Cavallaro gets a nice does of Latin rhythms on this set – and the set's a great example of the way that cocktail piano and Latin were strongly linked in the New York scene of the 50s! Carmen's style here is certainly different than that of Joe Loco, Noro Morales, ... (Now Sound, Latin) read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Mono pressing. Cover has some light splitting on the spine & top seam.)
Cha Cha Rhythm Boys —
Best Of The Lot ... LP Fiesta, 1958. Very Good ... Out Of Stock
We've never known anything about these guys other than their few albums for the Fiesta label, but they're a great little combo with a heavy piano sound! The record is really nice – spare piano, bass, and percussion – laid out over cha cha rhythms that are very to the point, and never ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Mono yellow label pressing with deep groove. Cover has light wear, mostlhy split top seam, and center splits in the spine and bottom seam.)
Columbia/Easy Tempo (Italy), 1974. New Copy 2LP (reissue)... $31.99 36.99
A wonderful set of funky Latin grooves from Chakachas – an album that was recorded around the same time as their classic Jungle Fever record, but which is much more obscure overall! The set was originally only issued in Europe, and has a groove that's very similar to Jungle Fever – a ... (Soul, Latin) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Discoteca Sudamericana (with bonus tracks) ... CD 16.99
Chango —
Chango ... LP ABC, 1975. Near Mint- Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
Heady work from Chango – a 70s combo with a style that's right in keeping with the Chicano Rock scene in LA! The group mix together a swirling blend of guitars, organ, and percussion – clearly inspired by Santana, but with rootsier touches, and a bit more energy to groove openly. Most ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Chapuseaux Y Damiron —
Chencha Quiere A Sebastian/Landia, Late 1950s. Very Good ... Out Of Stock
Charanga 76 —
Charanga 76 En El 78 ... LP TR, 1978. Very Good+ Gatefold ... Out Of Stock
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(Cover has some ring and edge wear, spotty aging, and some correction fluid in front.)
Chavez/Decca, 1951. Very Good+ ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
Tito Chicoma —
Cumbias Y Boogaloos ... LP Mag/Vampi Soul (Spain), 1968. New Copy (reissue)... Out Of Stock
Trumpeter Tito Chicoma's in great territory here – hard-swinging late 60s Latin grooves, all somewhat in the mode of early work from the great Bobby Valentin! As with Valentin during his trumpet playing years, Tito's set up here with a fair bit of boogaloo grooves – Latin soul sounds ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Chihuahua —
Descarga Cubana ... LP Andale, Mid 60s. New Copy ... Temporarily Out Of Stock
A great lost descarga session from the 60s – led by Chihuahua Martinez! Martinez plays both timbales and guiro on the sessions, fronting a group that includes Alberto Valdez on conga, Mike Martinez and Chivirico Davila on coro, Manfredo Lee on guiro, Elpidio Vazquez on piano, Elpidio ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Chihuahua —
Latin Session (includes download) ... LP Fonseca/Andale, Mid 60s. New Copy (reissue)... Out Of Stock
Cuba descarga – played American style! The set's a killer bit of Latin jazz from the New York scene of the 60s – a really brilliant effort headed up by Osvaldo Chihuahua Martinez – who plays both timbale and guiro – in a crack lineup that also features Chocolate Armenteros ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Heavy vinyl – with bonus download too!)
Willy Chirino —
Quien Salvo La Ciudad ... LP Gema (Puerto Rico), Early 70s. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Titles include "Love Van", "Mi Luna De Miel", "Cornelio", "Con Lo Que Tiene Atras", and "Oye Corazon". LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a small cutout hole and a light stain in one corner – but this is a great copy overall.)
Sondor (Uruguay), 1983. Very Good Gatefold ... $49.99
Very moody work from the Uruguayan scene – mostly acoustic guitar and vocals, with some light arrangements from Richard Kyriam from time to time – which nicely underscores the dark currents in Dino's vocals! (Global Grooves, Latin) LP, Vinyl record album
(Inside gatefold cover might have an autograph from the artist, but we can't verify it.)
Coco Lagos —
Descargas (180 gram pressing) ... LP Mag/Vampi Soul (Spain), 1968. New Copy (reissue)... Out Of Stock
Amazing Latin grooves from the Peruvian scene of the 60s – an a record that well lives up to its "descarga" title! Congolero Coco Lagos may hail from Lima, but he's got a sound that's right up there with the best of the New York scene of his generation – a hard-hitting and ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
DeLuxe, Early 50s. Very Good+ (pic cover)... $2.99
Willie Colon —
Asalto Navideno Vol 2 (180 gram pressing) ... LP Fania/Craft, 1973. New Copy (reissue)... Out Of Stock
A great second session of Christmas music from Willie Colon in the 70s – served up with the same warm spirits and earthy energy as the first! As before, Hector Lavoe's on vocals, Yomo Toro plays cuatro, and the group's got a rootsy sort of feel that recalls Willie's excellent Good Band & ... (Holiday Music, Latin) read more LP, Vinyl record album
Willie Colon —
Big Break/Fania/Craft, 1976. New Copy (reissue)... $26.99 28.99
A mid 70s classic from Willie Colon – continuing the progression of his "gangster" image by supposedly having him break out of prison! (Previously, Willie had been brought to justice on the Juicio album – but now on the loose, is described in a wanted poster on the cover ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
(Nice pressing – heavy cover and vinyl, plus 11" X 23" Wanted poster!)
Willie Colon —
Crime Pays (180 gram pressing) ... LP Fania/Craft, 1972. New Copy Gatefold (reissue)... $26.99 28.99
Classic work from Willie Colon – the "payoff" of his youthful hoodlum routine, and a hard-hitting batch of salsa tunes pulled from earlier records – all in a package that defines his groove of the 70s! Hector LaVoe's on vocals with Willie's group – and he's also ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Crime Pays (smoke vinyl pressing) ... LP 27.99(Great pressing – heavy gatefold cover!)
Fania/Craft, 1972. New Copy Gatefold (reissue)... $27.99 29.99
Classic work from Willie Colon – the "payoff" of his youthful hoodlum routine, and a hard-hitting batch of salsa tunes pulled from earlier records – all in a package that defines his groove of the 70s! Hector LaVoe's on vocals with Willie's group – and he's also ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Also available Crime Pays (180 gram pressing) ... LP 26.99(Great pressing – nice heavy cover too!)
Willie Colon —
El Juicio (180 gram pressing) ... LP Fania/Craft, 1972. New Copy (reissue)... $26.99 28.99
Supposedly the end of Willie Colon's early "crime" career – as the title and cover imply that he's finally been brought to trial! Don't worry about Willie being beaten down, though, because the music on the album is every bit as fierce and powerful as ever – and features a ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
Willie Colon —
Hustler ... LP Fania, Late 60s. Very Good+ ... Out Of Stock
Brilliant early work from a young Willie Colon – a true hustler if there ever was one! The album has an amazing energy that really bridges a number of Latin scenes – it's part descarga jamming, part Latin soul, and part traditional Latin – put together with a no-nonsense approach ... read more LP, Vinyl record album
