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 moreLP, Vinyl record album
4th volume in this great series of classic Latin descargas, featuring some of the greatest players of the sixties running through crack material that gives them all a chance to showcase their talents. Includes their massive version of "Manteca", plus another hard jazz mambo cut, "Ens ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Very early orange label pressing! Cover has masking tape on the top seam, a few names on back, and a few small names next to the players.)
Ana Y Jaime —
Dire A Mi Gente ... LP Munster (Spain), 1969. New Copy (reissue)...
$29.9933.99
Ana and Jaime may look like post-punk artists on the front cover, but they've got a style here that's perfect for the 1969 date of the recording – a really cool mode that mixes mainstream Latin pop with some killer psychedelic touches – served up with lots of echo in the production, ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
Antobal's Cuban All-Stars —
Ay Caramba ... LP London, Late 50s. Very Good ...
$24.99
Obdulio Morales leads the group here – with great trombone work from the legendary Generoso Tojo Jimenez, plus work from Alejandro El Negro Vivar on trumpet, Emilio Penlaver on tenor, and Santiago Penlaver on alto – on titles that include "Washerwoman", "Cuban Capers" ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Vinyl has a click on one track, but is nice and clean overall.)
Argueso/Damiron & Chapuseux/Ramon Marquez —
Cha Cha Cha? ... LP Fiesta, Late 50s. Very Good ...
$14.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Yellow label pressing with deep groove. Cover has discoloration from age, heavy wear at the opening, and some light stains and a name in marker in back. Label has a small name in marker.)
A wicked album of Latin Soul tunes – recorded by Harvey Averne, one of the heaviest hitting producers of the New York scene of the late 60s! The album's one of the few that Harvey issued under his own name, and it features him on piano and vibes, working with arrangements by Marty Sheller, ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Recent reissue pressing, still sealed. Shrinkwrap has a small hole in front.)
Ray Barretto —
Message ... LP Fania, 1972. Very Good+ ...
$49.99
One of Ray Barretto's hardest-hitting salsa albums of the 70s – a raw set of grooves that's got Ray moving away from the playfulness of the Latin Soul years, into a more righteous mode that's easily guessed at from the title of the set! The vibe here is very straightforward – with Ray ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Multi-color stereo pressing – in great shape! Label has a small bit of pen, and cover has some splitting on the top seam and one bumped corner – but is very nice overall.)
Joe Bataan is alive and well – and to our ears, the king of Latin Soul is sounding better than he has in decades! This tasty little set really takes us back to Joe's classic work for Fania – but it's also got a slightly different twist – one that shows a new younger appreciation ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
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 moreLP, Vinyl record album
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 moreLP, Vinyl record album
Lucho Bermudez may look a bit square on the cover, but he was a key force in the rise of cumbia on the Colombian scene of the postwar years – and also handled a fair bit of other really great styles too! That work is finally given its due here – in a well-done package that brings ... (Global Grooves, Latin)read moreLP, Vinyl record album
Bienvenido Granda —
Amor Extrano ... LP Tropical, 1961. Very Good+ ...
$7.99
An incredible album of Latin Funk – recorded in Peru during the early 70s, but right up there with the best from New York and LA at the time! The record has a fantastic style that blends together electric instrumentation, acoustic percussion, and some sweetly soulful lyrics – in ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Please Note – these copies have a small split along the top seam from shipping, otherwise these are in great shape!)
The mighty Willie Bobo's feelin plenty good here – so much so, he even sings a bit in addition to his work on percussion! Willie's got a nice raw vocal approach – one that works great for the Latin soul vibe of the rhythms – and titles include the groovers "Feelin' So ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(MGM stereo pressing. Cover has light wear, some aging, and sooty residue along the top seam and 2 inches along the opening.)
One of the few albums ever issued as a leader by the great Joe Cain – a wonderful Latin arranger with a really mad ear for a groove! Cain's approach is often quite choppy in the rhythms – short, hard, and very very sharp – then topped with sweeter, jazzier lines – played on ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Mono maroon label pressing. Cover has splitting on spine, aging.)
Eddie Cano —
Danke Schoen ... LP Reprise, Mid 60s. Very Good+ ...
$9.9913.99
More pop piano than some of Eddie's more hard-hitting sides – but still a set that was recorded with a small group and a relatively strong Latin feel. Eddie's piano is backed by only bass, drums, and conga – and titles include "Panchita", "Mr Lucky", "Our Day ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(White label promo with deep groove. Cover has some clear tape on the center of the spine, with a small peel around it, promo sticker, initials in marker on the back.)
Some very tasty cha cha work from Randy Carlos – in a hard heavy New York style that's very much in the best tradition of the Fiesta label. Some tracks have a nice nutty edge to them, and titles include "The Kittens Cha Cha Cha", "Wistling Mambo", "Tin Marin", ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Stereo yellow label pressing. Cover has a split bottom seam held by clear tape, a name in marker, and light wear. Labels have a name in marker.)
Titles include "Jose Isabel", "La Bata De Olla", "Azucar Pa Un Amargao", "Muy Pronto Al Corazon", "Diga Me pregon", and "Se Murio Panchita". LP, Vinyl record album
(1988 pressing.)
Casino De La Playa —
Recordando ... LP Extra, Early 60s. Very Good ...
$19.99
Titles include "Te Vi", "Olga Mi Pregon", "Suavecito", "Almendra", "Taboga", "Atesame El Bastidor", and "Bacoso". LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has light wear and tape on the seams, masking tape on the bottom.)
The coolest, funkiest, and most soulful set ever issued by Chakachas – a record that's way different than most of their Latin-based music – with a strong American funk vibe all the way through! There's still lots of percussion in the mix, but it's often used in ways that echo more of a ... (Soul, Latin)read moreLP, Vinyl record album
The group's led by William Sanchez – who wrote, arranged, and handled lead vocals – on titles that inlcude "La Chancleta", "Mas Cerca Es Mejor", "La Realidad", "Charanguero", "Amigo De Que", and "La Manguera". LP, Vinyl record album
(Back cover has some light wear, but this is a nice copy.)
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 moreLP, Vinyl record album
A tight set of solid percussion tracks – mostly just spare drumming, done in a very tribal sort of way! Most of the tunes feature only percussion and some occasional vocal chanting – and the record is almost as much of a Latin session as it is an African one – a factor that seems ... (Global Grooves, Latin)read moreLP, Vinyl record album
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 moreLP, Vinyl record album
Features arrangements from Calandrelli, who co-produced the set with Santitos Colon – on titles that include "Solo", "Rendezvous", "Reflexion", "Fervor", "Agua", "Horas Y Minutos", and "Rechazada". LP, Vinyl record album
(Original multi-color label pressing – a nice copy!)
Willie Colon —
El Juicio ... LP Fania, 1972. Very Good ...
$29.99
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 moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Multi-colored label pressing. Cover has light wear and partially split seams.)
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 moreLP, Vinyl record album
A classic 70s salsa jammer from Willie Colon – working here with his one of his greatest vocalists – the young Ruben Blades, back before he'd crossed over to super-huge success! The album really marks a departure for Willie – moving past the bad boy style of earlier records, that ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Early 80s Argentinian Interdisc pressing. Cover has some ringwear, edge wear, and lightly bent corners.)
Cesar Concepcion Y Su Orquesta —
El Sabado ... LP Alegre, Early 60s. Very Good- ...
$19.99
A mix of bomba, plena, and pachanga grooves – with titles that include "Que Lindo Esta Puerto Rico", "Dolor De Amor", "Candela", "Te Fuiste" "Angustia", "Arecibo", "Nina", "El Submarino", and "El Sabado". LP, Vinyl record album
(Blue label pressing. Label and back cover have a small name, and cover has a cutout hole – but front is great.)
The cover's a bit stark, but the music is warm and wonderful – a collection of cuts by an obscure Venezuelan group of the 60s – a Latin combo who were originally formed by a bunch of engineering students – hence the name of the group! The music's not the stuff of slide rules and ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
Conjunto Lindo Veracruz —
Alegria Jarocha ... LP Capitol (Mexico), Mid 60s. Near Mint- ...
$11.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has a stain at the top edge and tiny splits in the seams.)
Titles include "Malditos Celos", "No Volvere", "Mas Dano Me Hizo Tu Amor", "Acepta Una Copa", "Donde Estas Yolanda", and "Piensalo Bien". LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has minimal wear. A-side label has a piece of masking tape.)
A brilliant late statement from Tino Contreras – the legendary Mexican drummer who's been part of the jazz scene in Mexico City for decades – and who can still give the world wonderfully vibrant music like this! There's a deeply spiritual vibe to the record – a sound that's like ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
Excellent album of Joe's amazing Latin soul cuts for Tico – including a huge batch of tracks that will stop any dancefloor dead on its feet. Titles include "Bang, Bang", "Talk About Luv", "El Pito", "T.C.O.B.", "Hey Joe, Hey Joe", and "Ps ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Original stereo pressing. NOTE – Cover has a large stain with some waviness and light peeling in the top quarter at the opening on both sides.)
Joe Cuba, Tito Puente, Graciela, Machito, and Miguelito Valdes play a nice little batch of "Spanish songs mama never taught me" on this early 70s various artists set for Tico. Not that the songs are racy, but that title highlights the fact that these groups are playing in a Latin groove ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has some wear along the opening, light corner stain, aging.)
Juan D'Arienzo —
Bien Porteno ... LP RCA (Argentina), 1957. Very Good- ...
$9.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Mono purple label pressing. Cover has some wear and aging, split seams held with yellowed clear tape, two peeled spots in front, some stains at the sides and corners, and a small mark in red ink in back. Label on Side 1 has extensive writing in pen.)
Alfredo De Angelis Y Su Orquesta Tipica —
Justicia Criolla ... LP Odeon (Uruguay), 1972. Very Good ...
$1.996.99
Features Carlos Dante and Julio Martel. LP, Vinyl record album
A wonderful little record, and one that certainly lives up to the "fantastic variety" promise of its title! The set features work from Panamanian pianist Alonso Wilson De Briano – and although you'll see the word "calypso" in the title, the overall sound is maybe more ... (Global Grooves, Latin)read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Limited edition of 500!)
Roberto Del Castillo —
Otra Vez ... LP CBS, 1988. Sealed ...
$4.99
With Johnny Ventura and orchestra. LP, Vinyl record album
An ambitious record from Paquito D'Rivera, but a great one too – a set that features the Cuban saxophonist playing in a slightly expanded Latin jazz setting – with small combo grooving that's often augmented by larger string arrangements! The core groove is wonderful – very much ... (Jazz, Latin)read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has price sticker remnants, but looks nice overall.)
Plenty of action from El Gran Combo – a cooker that has their tight group formation at the top of its 70s powers! Rafael Ithier's piano really sets the tone for most tunes – straightforward and grooving, but often with some hints of darkness – odd little tones that turn ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has some edge wear, and is lightly staned and flaky along the right edge.)
Plenty of swing on this early cooker from El Gran Combo – a great little record that has all the lively energy you might find on mid 60s work by Ray Barretto or the Joe Cuba Sextet! The tracks are all nice and short – really packed with a lot of rhythmic energy at the bottom, and ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Mono black label pressing. Plays with some faint crackle and occasional pop. Cover has split seams held with several pieces of clear tape, mostly split spine, heavy yellowing from age, and a small name in front.)
Don Elliott Octet featuring Candido —
Jamaica Jazz ... LP ABC, 1958. Very Good+ ...
$14.99
Featuring great work by Candido on a number of the tracks, most of which are great calypso-sounding cuts, which give Candido a lot of room to solo. Tracks include "Push De Button", "Savanna", "Ain't It The Truth" and "Napoleon". (Jazz, Latin)LP, Vinyl record album
(Mono black label pressing with deep groove. Cover has light wear, some aging, and a name in pencil in back.)
Pure brilliance from Coke Escovedo – an artist who really finds a way to make so many different things come together perfectly – with results that are even stronger than his previous work in Azteca and Santana! The set's got a warm blend of Latin roots, modern soul, and jazzy fusion ... (Soul, Latin)read moreLP, Vinyl record album
Long tracks with a nice jam session feel – all directed by the great Juan Pablo Torres! Features work from Manolo Fuere, Grupo Algo Nuevo, and Miguelito Cuni – on long tracks that include "El Manisero", "Fefita", and "Yo Si Como Candela". LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has light weare – but this is a nice copy.)
Killer early work by the Fania All Stars – caught live at the legendary Cheetah club, which was the heart of the New York salsa scene at the start of the 70s! The album is easily one of the best by the group – and features long tracks that really capture the jamming intensity that ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
Killer early work by the Fania All Stars – caught live at the legendary Cheetah club, which was the heart of the New York salsa scene at the start of the 70s! The album is easily one of the best by the group – and features long tracks that really capture the jamming intensity that ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
Nico Gomez & His Afro Percussion Inc —
Ritual (red vinyl pressing) ... LP Omega/Mr Bongo (UK), 1970. New Copy (reissue)...
Just Sold Out!
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
(US black label pressing with deep groove. NOTE – Cover has wide yellowed clear tape holding the seams and spine, half split top seam, some wear and aging, and small stained spots in front.)
Some of the most beautiful music we've ever heard from Guts – very different than the spare productions of earlier years, thanks to the presence of dozens of guest stars – singers and musicians who help to open up the music with the sounds of Havana and West Africa combined! Most of ... (New Grooves, Latin)read moreLP, Vinyl record album
Sweetly complicated work from Irakere – tunes that mix up equal parts jazz and Latin, electric and acoustic! Chucho Valdes heads the group, and plays some mighty nice keyboards – sometimes spacey and stretched out, sometimes a bit more in the groove – as well as some killer ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has light wear, but this is a nice copy overall.)
Robin Jones & His Quintet —
Denga ... LP Apollo Sound/Jazz Room (UK), 1971. New Copy (reissue)...
$19.9929.99
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
Juan Pina Con La Revelacion —
El Seis ... LP Codiscos (Colombia), 1980. Very Good+ ...
$11.9914.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(In the original plastic outer sleeve, with light wear, spot of pen.)
Karamanduka and Melcochita build a bridge from Lima to New York with this wonderful collection of sounds – a record that's every bit as strong as the most cooking sessions on Peru's Mag label from the time, but which also has a special flavor that really nods to the Latin Soul generation too! ... read moreLP, Vinyl record album
Freddy Kenton —
Abre Que Voy ... LP Top Ten Hits, 1989. Sealed ...
$6.998.99
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
(UK pressing in a flipback cover, with light wear, faint stain spots.)
(Plays with surface noise and crackle. Cover has some wear and aging, wide clear tape holding the seams and spine, a small name in pen on both sides, and a peeled spot in back. X')
Great work from a Top Hits/TH version of the Fania All Stars – with work by Marvin Santiago, Willie Rosario, Raphy Leavitt, Willy Chrino, Tommy Olivencia, Oscar D'Leon, Andy Montanez, and other salsa heavyweights! LP, Vinyl record album
La Gran Banda —
A Bailar ... LP Rico, 1988. Very Good+ ...
$4.996.99
... LP, Vinyl record album
(Cover has light wear.)
La Milagros —
La Milagros ... LP Top Hits, 1986. Very Good+ ...
$5.997.99