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Tito Rodriguez - Tropicana (LP)
United Artists 69 116, 196? Germany Mega rare German only UA release with jazzed up Mambo, Salsa and Cha Cha. Backing by members of the later Fania family. Edge wear to cover but vinyl is remarkably clean for a record dating late sixties, graded EX-
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VA - Understanding Latin Rhythms Vol. II (LP)
Latin Percussion LPV-422, 1977 United States Second volume in the Understanding Latin Rhythms series with back to back breaks by Charlie Santiago and Nelson Gonzales. Very worthwhile mixing records in the right hands. Perfect shine on this spotless vinyl.
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Orquestra Ritmo Oriental - La Ritmo Con... (LP)
Siboney LD 338, 1987 United States A fierce Ritmo Oriental salsa piece in spotless condition just does not show up every day. Dancefloor fever guaranteed here with Baila Azudar, Mas No Cabe and Sin Apellidos. A solid mix of Samba, Son and Merengue.
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Gato Barbieri - Live In Buenos Ayres (LP)
Oxford OX 3003, 1976 Italy Hard to find latin tinged modern jazz recording from Gato Barbieri. A little abstrackt at times but I love the way the tune Latin America evolves from fusion through to latin jazz. Stunning copy with NM vinyl, cover s...
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Fania All Stars - Salsa (LP)
Fania SLP 481, 1976 France Rare soundtrack recording by Fania founder Jerry Masucci that does not show up often. Pretty much everyone who ever stepped inside their New York offices are featured here. Ray Barretto, Willie Colon, Yomo Toro, Celia...
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Evio Di Marzo - Adrenalina Caribe (LP)
Sonografica 10170, 1987 Venezuela Super rare modern salsa monster from Venezuela. Pretty much all dancefloor friendly tunes and in minty condition. Check Muevete. Expect a lot more hot Venzuelian records to come through the next months as we are out t...
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Un Solo Pueblo - Con Su Musica Otra Parte (LP)
Sonografica 10188, 1987 Venezuela Famed Caracas 10 piece band Un Solo Pueblo playing a nice mix of traditional folk and hard hitting salsa. Listen to Libertad Isidora for a feel of the more folky vibes. Unplayed vinyl and cover in shrink.
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Duncan Lamont - Latin All The Way (LP)
Metronome MLP 15242, 196? Germany Very rare latin release by library jazz man Duncan Lamont featuring scat vocals by Barbara Moore. Looks like an all easy listening affair but some pretty upbeat grooves on here as well. Check the jazzy On A Shoestring.
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Duncan Lamont - Latin A Lamont (LP)
Metronome HLP 10197, 1968 Germany Killer upbeat library latin jazz from Duncan Lamont. Big dancefloor tunes in Eruption, Nigh Flight and Madrilenos. A-side has got some scratches causing some clicks but thankfully on the less interesting parts, the b-...
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Lalo Morales - Latin Dance Party (LP)
Crown CST 605, 196? United States It might look like your next best easy listening album but thankfully covers are often so deceiving. Lalo Morales on fire with back to back salsa and boogaloo dancefloor action. US original in strong VG+ condition, co...
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Gerardo Nunez - Flamencos De Nueva York (LP)
Grabaciones Accidentales FA-007, 1989 Spain Funky flamenco jazz, actually this is one my personal favorites. Traditional styles given the modern treatment while influenced by Gerardo's travels in New York. Pretty rare pick as well. Don't miss it!!
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Il Milionari - From Puerto Rico (LP)
Columbia ES 1933, 196? United States Rare latin beat with a brilliant down-beat cover of Watermelon Man and a top scat vocal piece dubbed Bittersweet Samba. Clean EX vinyl condition, cover with writing. US Columbia original from the late sixties.
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Palito Ortega - Un Muchacho Como Yo (LP)
RCA LPC 52739, 196? Argentina Argentinian freakbeat release with the title track Un Muchacho Como Yo a bit of a mover. Seldom seen original. Cover looks great, record with soft lines, plays really well at least VG+
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Los Olimarenos - Cantando Por El Mundo (LP)
Orfeo 90582, 1974 Uruguay One of my favorite recent discoveries, this Uruguayan folk duo creates a very hypnotic soundscape, particular the tracks El Cuello De La Botella and Y Ahora Que are very unqiue pieces. Orfeo original from Uruguay in g...
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Juan Vicente Torrealba - Doce Bellas Melo.. (LP)
Velvet LP 1292, 196? Venezuela Famous Venezuelan harpist with a folky yet groovy affair. Torrealba records are pretty hard to come by and does not show all to often, particular in any good condition. Venezuelan original deep groove pressing with co...
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Macario Prudencia - M'a Trese E Lele (LP)
Dureco 55098, 1987 Netherlands Legendary Dutch Antilles salsa master killing it on rare Dureco 80s release. Don't get fooled by the late recording date, it is heated stuff for the floor here, just check the opener San Dom. Unplayed stock copy.
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Various - Moderne Tanzmusik Aus Cuba (LP)
Areito LPA 3291, 196? Cuba Thanks to the close political ties bewteen Cuba and the form GDR the citizens of East Berlin were offered a listen to the vibes of Havana and these vibes were crackin. Lovely blend of afro cuban jazz and hard hitting ...
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Ismael Rivera - Soy Feliz (LP)
Vaya LPS 88470, 1975 Venezuela Such a great record with No Soy Para Ti, Parece Que Le Gusta, Soy Felix and Las Tumbas all huge salsa dancers. Venezuelian pressing on Vaya in decent VG+ condition. Pen marks on back cover.
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Luis Morais - Saragarca (LP)
Edicao VCV 1179, 197? Portugal Great great record by the Senegales composer Luis Morais joined by Franck Cavaquinho. Strong mix of afro cuban and cumbia throughout with highlights in Mari Giralda, Caninha and Saragarca. Copy looks average with many...
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Los Javaloyas - 2 (LP)
Amadeo AVRS 9026, 196? Austria Ultra rare 60s latin cracker with Sambas, Merenque and Cha Cha Cha for days. Released exclusively in Austria (??) but who cares when it sounds like this. Excellent take of Cancion De Orfeo but check the upbeat Hasta L...
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