Latin Soul Boogaloo [Import]

Track Listings

 
1. Bang Bang
2. Ay Que Rico
3. Para Ti Mi Boogaloo
4. Qui
5. Ismael Y Monchito
6. You're Looking Fine
7. Palo De Mango
8. Bamba Cure
9. El Pito
10. Steak-O-Lean
11. El Watusi

Latin Soul Boogaloo,Various Artists,Delta
Lo Mato
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • A classic salsa album
Lo Mato
Willie Colon
Manufacturer: Fania / Umgd
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000GI3R24
Release Date: 2006-08-01

Tracks:

  1. Se Lola
  2. Todo Tiene Su Final
  3. Maria
  4. Junio 73
  5. Calle Luna Calle Sol
  6. Voso
  7. Dde Suerte
  8. Guajira Ven

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars A classic salsa album.......2006-08-03

Only some simple words: if you like salsa and don't have it, you don't know about salsa, if you have it and don't like it, don't try salsa any more: This is one of the classical and great salsa album.
20 Anniversary of the NY Salsa Festival: 1975-1995
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Pretty good!!
  • Ahhh, real salsa, the kind you rarely hear anymore!
  • Salsa Artistes At Play
  • Good album, but sounds a little off
  • A fantastic album
20 Anniversary of the NY Salsa Festival: 1975-1995
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Rmm Records
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ASIN: B00000124E
Release Date: 1996-04-16

Tracks:

  1. Introduction - Paco Navarro
  2. Por Eso Yo Canto Salsa - Fania All-Stars
  3. Pedro Navaja - Willie Colon & Ruben Blades
  4. Azucar Negra - Celia Cruz
  5. El Cantante - Hector Lavoe
  6. Sonora Pal' Bailador - Sonora Poncena
  7. Dejame Sonar - Tito Puente & Tony Vega
  8. Mi Primera Rumba - India & Eddie Palmieri
  9. Mentiras - Oscar D'Leon
  10. Salsa Caliente - Orquesta De La Luz
  11. Los Tenis - El Gran Combo

Tracks:

  1. Sonambulo - Tito Nieves
  2. Si Tu No Te Fueras - Marc Anthony
  3. Experto En Ti - Cheo Feliciano
  4. Otra Noche Caliente - Louie Ramirez & Ray De La Paz
  5. Oue Manera De Quererte - Gilberto Santa Rosa
  6. Salsumba - Tito Puente & Domingo Quinones
  7. Una Aventura - Grupo Niche
  8. Torero - Orquesta Guayacan
  9. Disculpeme Senora - Jose Alberto 'El Canario'
  10. Puerto Rico - Frankie Ruiz
  11. Bonus Track 1 - The 20th Anniversary Of The NY Salsa Festival

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Pretty good!!.......2006-07-28

Sounds great and very well put together. But, If you don't like the live concert sound with audience background noise this cd is not for you.

5 out of 5 stars Ahhh, real salsa, the kind you rarely hear anymore!.......2006-02-24

Every single artist on this CD wears a crown for his/her craft! The days when you could (without fear) stand and dance to the music at the Fania All Stars at Madison Square Garden are gone...but the legacy will never fade. This CD envelops the hearer with the sound of every instrument played and the ballads bathe your ears like a warm waterfall. A must-have for every latino who truly appreciates his/her culture! Pass it on to the next generation.....

5 out of 5 stars Salsa Artistes At Play.......2006-02-03

Live performances that should please both salsa and jazz fans. The Artistes are evidently having a good time playing with and to the audience, judging by the amount of applause generated at appropriate moments. It all makes you wish that you had been there in Madison Square Garden.
The downside to this collection is that you can't really mix the applause out, so I'm going to save this gem to enjoy in the comfort of my own home.

3 out of 5 stars Good album, but sounds a little off.......2004-06-25

I'd give it 4 stars but the introduction tracks are annoying and the "live" sound sounds fake to me. The crowd feels artificial, the recordings sound almost studio like, and the segways don't sound right.
If you can get past that, the music is great.

5 out of 5 stars A fantastic album.......2004-01-16

Put this on when you want to dance!
Salsa Fresca! Dance Hits of the '90s
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Awesome Salsa selections!!
  • Hot Salsa!
  • Good mix
  • A very decent Salsa CD
  • An Excellent dance compilation
Salsa Fresca! Dance Hits of the '90s
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Rhino / Wea
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ASIN: B0000033O9
Release Date: 1996-03-26

Tracks:

  1. Quitate La Mascara - Hansel Martinez Y La Orquestra Calle Ocho
  2. Pa' Bravo Yo - Pupy Santiago
  3. Bailando - Frankie Ruiz
  4. Acabo De Llegar - Alex Leon
  5. Idilio - Willie Colon
  6. No Me Acostumbro - Rey Ruiz
  7. Una Aventura - Grupo Niche
  8. Bandolera - Johnny Ray Y Salsa Con Clase
  9. Esos Tus Ojos Negros - Pete Rodriguez
  10. Esa Muneca - Willie Rosario
  11. Lo Que Paso Entre Tu Y Yo...Paso - Luis Enrique
  12. Que Manera De Quererte - Gilberto Santa Rosa
  13. Lluvia - Eddie Santiago
  14. Amor Lunatico - Giro
  15. No Tires La Primera Piedra - Tommy Olivencia Y Su Orquestra

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Awesome Salsa selections!!.......2006-07-27

This is a good choice for me because the song selections are very uptempo and not the usually repetitive salsa beats!! I would recommend this CD to people who like to dance and for those who also appreciate good vocals!!

5 out of 5 stars Hot Salsa!.......2005-10-15

Man! This CD takes me back. Tons of great songs on it from when I was first learning to Salsa. Good times. Good music. Worth every penny!

4 out of 5 stars Good mix.......2005-08-10

I grew up listening to this music. Is a good variety and the sound quality is good too. I'll recommend it to anyone who wants to have a good salsa selection from the 90's.

4 out of 5 stars A very decent Salsa CD.......2004-12-01

I have this and many people have borrowed it from me. I especially like the 1st song. There are some songs that don't appeal to me that much, which is why I give it a 4 star instead of 5, but overall, an excellent album.

5 out of 5 stars An Excellent dance compilation.......2004-02-02

I have a love of dancing mambo, this is one of the best compilations around for dance music for salsa and mambo used in dance competitions all over....I reccomend it, I have not gotten tired of it for the 6 years I have owned it.
Asalto Navideño
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • An "assault" with the best salsa ever produced
  • El mejor album de navidad
Asalto Navideño
Willie Colón , and Hector Lavoe
Manufacturer: Fania / Umgd
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ASIN: B000ICLSKQ
Release Date: 2006-10-10

Tracks:

  1. Introduction
  2. Canto a Borinquen
  3. Popurri Navide
  4. Traigo La Salsa
  5. Aires de Navidad
  6. Murga Paname
  7. Esta Navidad
  8. Vive Tu Vida Contento

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars An "assault" with the best salsa ever produced.......2007-02-28

I had heard very good comments of this production since long ago and, in many opportunities, I was close to get one of those old vynil-made records but I didn't. For more than 30 years, I have listened to hundreds of times songs like "Canto a Borinquen", Traigo la Salsa", "La Murga Panameña" and the song which I like the most: "Aires de Navidad" (far the most famous of all of these group of salsas in my country, Perú). However, it is not the same to hear these songs evenly one here and other there than hearing all of them together, in the sequence presented in this CD. The context of them is really impressive and this makes the difference. This CD is really an outstanding production. The sound recorded is original all along and the presentation of the CD is quite illustrative, accompanied by a small brochure that gives us a good view of the history of these salsas and their meaning as a part of the culture of Puerto Rico. Dear friends, if you are fans of Salsa, buy it new or used but don't lose the pleasure of listen to all this precious music and let you be "assaulted" by Willie Colon, Hector Lavoe and their friens of Fania,no matter if Christmas time has gone..

5 out of 5 stars El mejor album de navidad .......2006-12-22

Es muy raro que usted vaya a una fiesta de navidad en Borinquen y no oiga este disco. Desde el 1972 ha sido consistentemente unos de los mayores disco de ventas tanto en el catalogo de Willie Colon como en el de Hector Lavoe. La combinacion de Hector Lavoe, Willie Colon y Yomo Toro es espectacular. Ademas, la secuela (Asalto Navideno Vol.II) es del mismo calibre.
Best of Ray Barretto
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • I remember Barretto (The Acid Conga) player!
Best of Ray Barretto
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ASIN: B00020QYXK
Release Date: 2004-05-24

Tracks:

  1. Soul Drummer - Ray Barretto
  2. Fuerza Gigante - Ray Barretto
  3. Night in Tunisia - Ray Barretto
  4. Al Ver Sus Campos - Ray Barretto, Adalberto Santiago
  5. Oye la Noticia - Ray Barretto, Adalberto Santiago
  6. Hard Hands - Ray Barretto
  7. Quitate la Mascara - Ray Barretto, Adalberto Santiago
  8. Hijo de Obatal Ray Barretto, Celia Cruz, Adalberto Santiago
  9. Cana y la Plantacion - Ray Barretto
  10. Acid - Ray Barretto
  11. Adelante Siempre Voy - Ray Barretto, Adalberto Santiago
  12. Watusi - Ray Barretto
  13. Arallue - Ray Barretto
  14. Ejes de Mi Carretta - Ray Barretto
  15. Flor de los Lindos Campos - Ray Barretto, Adalberto Santiago

Tracks:

  1. Indestructible - Tito Allen, Ray Barretto
  2. Rhythm of Life - Ray Barretto
  3. Tuyo y lo Mio - Ray Barretto
  4. Granada - Ray Barretto
  5. Mareados - Ray Barretto
  6. Boogaloo Con Soul - Ray Barretto
  7. Prestame Tu Mujer - Ray Barretto, Adalberto Santiago
  8. Mirame de Frente - Ray Barretto, Adalberto Santiago
  9. Llantto de Crocodrilo - Ray Barretto, Adalberto Santiago
  10. Right On - Ray Barretto
  11. Que Bonita Es Mi Tierra - Ray Barretto, Adalberto Santiago
  12. Dia Sere Feliz - Ray Barretto
  13. Piensa en Mi - Ray Barretto
  14. Ya Vez - Ray Barretto, Adalberto Santiago
  15. Mi Dedication - Ray Barretto

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars I remember Barretto (The Acid Conga) player!.......2006-03-30

I personally do not consider this CD his best. He has other albums with better music. Barretto ranks as one of my favorite conga players. On this CD he does not have many conga solos but, the songs are very good. He was one of the first New York Ricans to interpret the Afro-Cuban music in New York, with the hit "El Watusi". To me my favorite albums from him are "Que Viva La Musica" and "Acid/Head Sounds". I still remember him doing a conga duel with Mongo at the Yankee Stadium during the Fania All Stars concert, it was difficult for the crowd to take sides between him and Mongo, these guys really put up a great show that night. The concert had to be cancelled do to an uncontrolled fight between the fans. I also remember him when he came to Miami (1977) to play with Fania All Stars at The Miami Beach Convention Center. The place was packed, and all the Miami Beach residents (Elderly Jews) were amazed at the enormous young Latin crowd. I had a good time seen all my favorite Latin celebrities on stage for the first time. It was a sad day for me when I was informed by my Puerto Rican friends of his recent death. Another good conguero leaves us. +Ray Barretto+ R.I.P
El Juicio
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • El Juicio - Willie Colon
El Juicio
Willie Colón
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ASIN: B000F6ZIPG
Release Date: 2006-04-25

Tracks:

  1. Ah-Ah/O-No
  2. Pira
  3. Seguirin T Willie ColColWillie
  4. Timbalero
  5. Aguanile
  6. Soo Despierto
  7. Si La Ves
  8. Pan y Agua (Bread and Water)

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars El Juicio - Willie Colon.......2007-06-09

Salsa as it should always be excellent music and service
The Bad Boogaloo: The Nu Yorican Sounds 1966-1970
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    The Bad Boogaloo: The Nu Yorican Sounds 1966-1970
    Various Artists
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    ASIN: B000R7I3BO
    Release Date: 2007-07-03

    Tracks:

    1. Fever - La Lupe,
    2. Gimme Some Love - Joe Cuba Sextet
    3. Morris Park - Lenni Sesar
    4. Come and Get It - Ralph Robles
    5. Bad Breath - Bobby Valent
    6. Mercy Mercy Baby - Ray Barretto
    7. Ay Que Rico - Eddie Palmieri
    8. King of Latin Soul - Joey Pastrana
    9. Happy Soul with a Hook - Dave "Baby" Cortez, Moon People
    10. Mama's Girl - King Nando
    11. Marilu - George Guzman
    12. Baby Boo Boogaloo - Vladimir & His Orchestra
    13. Camel Walk - The Latinaires
    14. Jumpin' with Symphony Sid - Ray Rodriguez & His Orchestra
    15. What You Mean - Johnny Colon
    16. Guajira con Soul - Johnny Ventura
    El Malo
    Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    • Willie Colon's first album on Fania!
    El Malo
    Willie Colón
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    ASIN: B000EMGK08
    Release Date: 2006-03-14

    Tracks:

    1. Jazzy
    2. Willie Baby
    3. Borinquen
    4. Willie Whopper
    5. Malo
    6. Skinny Papa
    7. Chonqui
    8. Quimbombo

    Customer Reviews:

    4 out of 5 stars Willie Colon's first album on Fania!.......2006-05-25

    A perfect example of what was to come. Willie's sound was raw and oviously not developed. But a fun record in all accounts. It has boogaloos, latin jazz and other styles that don't make it a drag to listen to.
    Original artwork and better, cleaner sound make this reissue money well spent.
    Hector Lavoe on vocals and Nicky Marrero on timbales

    Buy it!
    Verve Unmixed, Vol. 2
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • W.O.W. !
    • The price is right
    • Real Value for Money!
    • Verve Unmixed - the Sequel.
    • More classics
    Verve Unmixed, Vol. 2
    Various Artists
    Manufacturer: Verve
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    ASIN: B0000ACAOI
    Release Date: 2003-08-26

    Tracks:

    1. Manteca - Dizzy Gillespie
    2. Sinnerman - Nina Simone
    3. Whatever Lola Wants - Sarah Vaughan
    4. Brother, Where Are You? - Oscar Brown, Jr.
    5. Slap That Bass - Ella Fitzgerald
    6. Blues For Brother George Jackson - Archie Shepp
    7. Angel Eyes - Ella Fitzgerald
    8. Do What You Wanna - Ramsey Lewis
    9. Soul Sauce (Guachi Guard) - Cal Tjader
    10. Fried Neck Bones And Some Home Fries - Willie Bobo
    11. Naima's Love Song - Betty Carter
    12. Mama - Hugh Masekela
    13. Here's That Rainy Day - Astrud Gilberto And Walter Wanderley
    14. Black Is The Color Of My True Love's Hair - Nina Simone

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars W.O.W. !.......2005-05-11

    These songs are pure gold. Personally, I really enjoy the first 6 tracks. I mean, if it were a CD consisting of just Manteca or just Sinnerman, I would buy it on the spot. Believe it or not, after I listened to Manteca (which means lard in Spanish I found out), I bought many single-versions of the song. I Have Arturo Sandoval, Dizzy Gillespie, Jeff Golub, Poncho Sanchevez, and Woody Herman's versions of Manteca; I must say that Verve has chosen the best one again (Dizzy G's) for thier record. Props Verve, and keep up the good work.

    5 out of 5 stars The price is right.......2004-02-24

    Why can't more CD's be priced like this fine offering from the Verve vaults?
    For the cost of a couple of gallons of gasoline this music will take you further and you'll get plenty of mileage out of these classics. Beginning with the Carnegie Hall live recording by Dizzy Gillespie of "Manteca" in 1961, this disc will either take you down memory lane or set you on a new path of jazz discovery. Jazz means many different things to many different people, often discredited as being too cerebral or just plain high music, jazz often gets a bad rap. There is no clear definition because like many other genres there are many sub categories. Within the broad context of jazz this disc is diversified . Several great songbirds are featured including the marvelous, so nice the used here twice, Nina Simone, Sarah Vaughn, Ella Fitzgerald(two songs too), Betty Carter and Astrud Gilerto. Unlike the remixed versions featured on "Verve/Remixed 2," the complete songs display the full spectrum and range of depth of some these artists. For example, Nina Simone's vocals on "Sinnerman"show the gospell influenced style more clearly than on the remixed version and her piano skills are demonstrated along with her jazz interaction with other instrumentalists. It is a thing of beauty. The live version of "Brother , Where Are You"? by Oscar Brown Jr. has the passion of the Civil Rights movement, a slow swagerring, gritty song that builds momentum as the audience claps along joining the artist in unison in approval of his message. "Blues For Brother George Jackson"(check your history) fits the mold of what most non jazz people think of as jazz with it's multiple horns led by Archie Shepp with yet another Civil Rights era song. I would be remiss without mentioning the exceptional Latin influenced songs by Cal Tjader and Willie Bobo entitled "Soul Sauce" and "Fried Neck Bones and Some Home Fries" respectively. These two songs alone are worth the price of admission. It is worth comaparing the versions to the remixed versions to fully appreciate both the originals and the great job with the new interpretations. Recommended as is but even more so as a companion to the remixed versions. A super compilation for traditional jazz fans or those interested in the roots of "Verve Remixed /2."

    5 out of 5 stars Real Value for Money!.......2004-01-06

    Even if you only liked two or three of the tracks here, you'd still be getting a great deal for your money. That said, every track here is a winner and it's easy to see why these were picked for remixing on Volume 2. Virtually all of them feature wonderful percussion, which usually translates into arresting remix sounds (like the mighty Six Degrees Records roster!). If you don't own any Nina Simone, start right here with the mighty 10 minute "Sinnerman," used to dazzling effect in the "Thomas Crown Affair." Her "Black is..." shows us what a unique talent she was. As far as Volume 3 goes, it will interesting to see if Verve ever gives the OK for some remixes of Getz, Bird or the mighty Trane. Perhaps people are scared to touch those, but regardless of your position of remixing, Verve Unmixed 2 is the perfect present to get for someone, especially if you're CHEAP!!!

    5 out of 5 stars Verve Unmixed - the Sequel........2003-09-07

    "Verve Unmixed 2" is the companion CD to "Verve Remixed 2," in which a handful of dance DJs successfully revamp several jazz classics. Here, each track appears in its pure original version, giving the listener a tour through some of the genre's most respected artists. The album kicks off with the infectious bite of Dizzy Gillespie's "Manteca," which sets the tone for the rest of the album. Ella Fitzgerald's "Slap That Bass" and Ramsey Lewis' "Do You Wanna" stand out pretty well, while Cal Tjader's stunning "Soul Sauce (Guachi Guaro)" is a timeless fusion of traditional jazz and Latin flavor. Another winner is the beautifully piano-laced "Black Is the Color of My True Love's Hair," which features Nina Simone's voice in all its aching glory. There isn't much more for me to say, as the music really speaks for itself. If you already have "Verve Remixed 2," it would be foolish to pass on this release which not only has the original versions but also one of the most impressive tracklistings I've seen on any compilation.

    5 out of 5 stars More classics.......2003-09-05

    This follow-up disc is every bit a great as the first. Do not let the low price scare you into thinking it's something less than high quality. A must have disc...fans and those unfamiliar with the Verve label will both enjoy that this music is BACK!!!!
    La Gran Fuga (The Big Break)
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      La Gran Fuga (The Big Break)
      Willie Colón
      Manufacturer: Fania / Umgd
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      Binding: Audio CD

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