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JOSÉ ALBERTO "EL CANARIO"
On Time
RMM/Universal
Originally released: 1995
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
Original Price: 15.98
On Sale: 12.78


SONG TITLES:
1. Fotos Y Recuerdos (4:35) 2. Quien Como Tu (5:07) 3. Estas A Tiempo (5:31) 4. Como Ellas Son (4:13) 5. A La Hora Que Me Llamen Voy (5:08) 6. Como Fue (3:55) 7. Con Sandra En La Cama (4:48) 8. Celia (5:58) 9. Cuestion De Epoca (4:26)

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JOSÉ ALBERTO "EL CANARIO"
Oro Salsero - 2 CD Set
Universal
Originally released: 2003
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
Original Price: 24.98
On Sale: 19.98


SONG TITLES:
1. Hoy Quiero Confesar 2. Sueño Contigo 3. Bailemos Otra Vez 4. Quiere Ser Mi Amante 5. Mis Amores 6. Baila Que Baila 7. Fotos Y Recuerdos 8. Comos Fue 9. Hacerte Feliz 10. Ese Es Mi Amigo 11. Con Sandra En La Cama 12. Disculpeme Señora 13. A La Hora Que Me Llamen, Voy 14. Quien Como Tu 15. La Gitana 16. La Critica 17. La Paella 18. Estas A Tiempo 19. A Donde Vas Amor? 20. Entre Abismos

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JOSÉ ALBERTO "EL CANARIO"
Pura Salsa: A Ritmo De José Alberto "El Canario"
Universal/RMM
Originally released: 2006
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
EditorsPick: Part of a fine series of 20 different CDs that highlight the hits of legendary salsa singers and bandleaders. Purchase this one alone, or purchase the entire set of 20 CDs at a discount HERE! (BP)
Original Price: 12.98
On Sale: 10.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Mis Amores 2. Hoy Quiero Confesar 3. Sueno Contigo 4. Baila Que Baila 5. Disculpeme Señora 6. Quiere Ser Mi Amante 7. Quien Como Tu 8. Fotos Y Recuerdos 9. Como Ellas Son 10. A Donde Vas Amor 11. Estas A Tiempo 12. Hacerte Feliz 13. Ese Es Mi Amigo 14. Bailamos Otra Vez

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JOSÉ ALBERTO "EL CANARIO"
Pura Salsa: A Ritmo De José Alberto "El Canario" - Live
Universal/RMM
Originally released: 2007
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
EditorsPick: Nice compilation of live performances by the popular salsa singer. (BP)
Original Price: 13.98
On Sale: 11.18


SONG TITLES:
1. Bailemos Otra Vez 2. Dance With Me 3. Mis Amores 4. Hoy Quiero Confesarme 5. A Donde Vas Amor 6. Maniático 7. Luna De Miel 8. Que Muera El Amor 9. Y Yo Adorandote 10. Sueño Contigo

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JOSÉ ALBERTO "EL CANARIO"
The Best...
Universal
Originally released: 2002
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
Original Price: 15.98
On Sale: 12.78


SONG TITLES:
1. Llegó El Sabor (6:00) 2. Hoy Quiero Confesar (4:24) 3. Mis Amores (4:34) 4. Sueño Contigo (4:11) 5. Bailemos Otra Vez (5:05) 6. Baila Que Baila (4:49) 7. Disculpeme Señora (4:36) 8. Fotos Y Recuerdos (4:34) 9. Nadie Se Compara Contigo (4:34) 10. Juego De Amor (4:40) 11. La Paella (5:05) 12. Dance With Me (5:00)

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JOSÉ ALBERTO "EL CANARIO"
Then And Now
Universal
Originally released: 2004
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
EditorsPick: Featuring two brand new slammin' dance tracks: "Mueve Tu Cintura" and "Hay Amores." The remaining tracks are digitally remastered, previously released songs from 1983 through 2003. A great El Canario sampler, and leaves this listener wanting more. A new CD, José? Recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 16.98
On Sale: 13.58


SONG TITLES:
1. Mueve Tu Cintura 2. Canta Canario 3. Desesperado 4. Hay Amores 5. Rio Manzanares 6. La Condicion 7. Todo 8. 7 Notas De Amor 9. Oye Mi Tono 10. A Romper El Coco

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EDESIO ALEJANDRO
Calentando La Ilusión - Edesio Alejandro Presenta A La Orquesta Mágica De La Habana
Universal/Pimienta
Originally released: 2006
Category: SALSA/SON; SON, GUARACHA, GUAJIRA; CUBA
EditorsPick: Don't know if it's a joke or not, but on my computer, the name of the record comes up not just as Calentando la Ilusion, but also as Cuba Coup. HmmŠ maybe that's the illusion. Anyway, on to less overtly political topics. The music here is pretty amazing, urban, sophisticated, and old-fashioned, with some elderly singers working through cha chas, and sones, touched by the trova; Cachaito's on bass, and there's a guitar, tres and percussion. The pieces are all by Alejandro - though they quote other tunes - along with some other writers. It's often beautiful, and quite pure in its own way. One song, "Ay Coño," bemoans the fact that things are getting worse and worse in the singer's neighborhood (see my first sentence). "Habana" opens with a rumba, and it's an ode to the city, sung with real sadness. "El Robo del la Embajada Sueca" is almost experimental, with all sorts of voices overlayed, singing the Diana, with the tres changing keys; it's virtually all instrumental. And "Persecusion, Asaltos Y Amores de un Sueco en La Habana" opens with a severely phased tres; it's also instrumental. Weird, and Highly Recommended. (Peter Watrous)
Original Price: 16.98
On Sale: 13.58


SONG TITLES:
1. Calentando La Ilusión 2. No Me Castigues 3. Gózalo A Mi Manera 4. Ajiaco 5. Mi Solar 6. Chiquitica 7. Morenita 8. El Muerto 9. Ay Coño 10. El Cañón De La Habana 11. Habana 12. El Robo De La Embajada Sueca 13. Persecusion, Asaltos Y Amores De Un Sueco En La Habana 14. Calentando La Ilusión (Instrumental)

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ADALBERTO ALVAREZ Y SU SON
Jugando Con Candela
Havana Caliente/Universal/Pimienta
Originally released: 1999
Reissued: 2003
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA CUBANA; CUBA
EditorsPick: Back in stock! Nice highly anticipated new release by one of our favorite Cuban bandleaders. Adalberto is somewhere between a sonero and a salsero. This is one of his best efforts to date. (BP)
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


Back in stock!
SONG TITLES:
1. Una Mulata En La Habana 2. Estás Como Villegas 3. A Bailar En Toca Toca 4. No Llores Más Por El 5. Si No Vas A Cocinar Tunturuntun 6. Y No Me Da La Cuenta 7. Verdaderos Soneros 8. Te Equivocaste 9. Mientes 10. Conócela Bien Primero (911) 11. Solamente Tú

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ORQUESTA ANACAONA
Ten Sisters Of Rhythm: Film, Images & Music DVD
Universal/Pimienta
Originally released: 2003
Category: DVD; DOCUMENTARY; CUBA
EditorsPick: This is a wonderful documentary (two, really) of the infamous a girl Cuban dance band popular since the 1930s. Contains vintage clips, photos and audio as well as recent interviews, in Cuba, with original band members. It is wonderful to see an 80-ish Ondina Castro pick up her trumpet and play with feeling. With special guest Frank Emilio Flynn. Excellent quality, well produced, and highly recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 24.98
On Sale: 19.98


This DVD is made up of two parts. The first is called Havana Girl Orchestra - A Cuban family chronicle which is a documentary film that runs 45 minutes. The second part is called Ten Sisters of Rhythm which is 40 minutes of band music by Anacaona. Picture this: Havana 1932. In the open-air cafes, the aries libres, seven female musicians caused a utter furor. With their enchanting smiles the girls, some still under age, charmed their audience with son music, whilst ten year old Millo passionately beat the bongos. What a scandal! But the music, which the bourgeois society of Cuba had long viewed as primitive and vulgar due to its African roots, enthralled the audience. That was the beginning of son's path to worldwide success. ANACAONA - which is what the seven sisters called themselves, after a famous native American woman who resisted the Spanish invaders in the Caribbean - was to go down in history as the first female Cuban son septet. And more than 50 years later ANACAONA was declared part of Cuba's "national heritage", because the sisters of the Castro family made up the oldest women's orchestra on Cuba and performed in public up until 1989. This DVD by Pa'ti Pa'mi/Termidor Music Publishing is the first to document the musical bandwidth of the ANACAONA female orchestra with son pieces from the 1930s right up to romantic bolero songs and wild mambos from the 50s. It appears parallel with the publication of the biography of Alicia Castro, the last leader of the orchestra, published by ECON. It is thanks to the daughter of Millo, the outstanding percussionist of ANACAONA, that the unique history was now able to be documented. The journalist, ethnologist and film author Ingrid Kummels has for many years worked on this piece of musical heritage. Special guest: Frank Emilio Flynn. Language choices: English, German, French, Spanish & Italian. Total time 85 minutes.
SONG TITLES:
1. Mambo Habanero 2. Hoy 3. Cicuta Tibia 4. Maleficio 5. Espiritu Burlon 6. Cielo Y Sol 7. Mambo Mambi 8. Besame Aqui 9. Quiereme Y Veras

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ANGEL Y KHRIZ
Los MVP's
Universal/MVP/Machete
Originally released: 2005
Category: POP/OTHER; REGGAETON
EditorsPick: Recommended. (Peter Watrous)
Original Price: 16.98
On Sale: 13.58


SONG TITLES:
1. Los MVP 2. Vamos Perros 3. De Cazeria 4. Te Quiero Ver Hoy 5. Flor De Barrio 6. Ram..Pa..Pan..Pan 7. Ven Bailalo 8. A Misionar 9. Todo Te Lo De 10. Nos Vamos Gatitas 11. Sientate 12. Dile Que No 13. Cronicas De Una, Super Estrella 14. Ven Bailalo (Bachata-Merengue Mix)

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LOS ANORMALES
Hector "El Bambino" Presenta Los Anormales
Universal
Originally released: 2004
Category: POP/OTHER; REGGAETON
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Intro 2. Noche De Terror - Hector T Tito 3. Salvaje - Don Omar 4. Machete - Daddy Yankee 5. Agarrate - Trebol Clan 6. Llegale - Divino 7. Mirandonos - Zion Y Hector El Bambino 8. La Cuatrera - Jomar 9. Gata Michu Michu - Alexis Y Fido 10. Vamos Pa' La Calle - Hector El Bambino 11. Malvada - Algarete Y Jomar 12. Yo Sigo Aqui - Hector El Bambino Y Naldo 13. Contacto - Javiah 14. Tu Y Yo - Trebol Clan 15. Vamonos - Angel Doze 16. Pasan Los Dias - Angel Y Chriss 17. Tu Cuerpo Me Esta Tentando - Guayo Man Y Yengo

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MARC ANTHONY
Éxitos Eterno
Universal
Originally released: 2003
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
Original Price: 16.98
On Sale: 13.58


SONG TITLES:
1. Palabras Del Alma (5:02) 2. Te Conozco Bien (5:12) 3. No Me Conoces (5:26) 4. Hasta Que Te Conoci (5:03) 5. Nadie Como Ella (4:56) 6. Si Te Vas (4:46) 7. Si Tu No Te Fueras (4:33) 8. Y Hubo Alguien (6:26) 9. El Ultimo Beso (4:35) 10. Se Me Sigue Olvidando (4:53) 11. Contra La Corriente (5:05) 12. Me Voy A Regalar (5:28) 13. Hasta Ayer (4:36)

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ORQUESTA ARAGÓN
La Historia Continua... Guest Star Cheo Feliciano
Universal/Pimienta
Originally released: 2005
Category: SALSA/SON; SON, GUARACHA, GUAJIRA; CUBA
Original Price: 16.98
On Sale: 13.58


SONG TITLES:
1. Arrímate Pa' Ca' (6:06) 2. No Me Molesto (3:52) 3. Yaye Boy (3:50) 4. La Goconda (3:47) 5. Son Al Son (Canta: Cheo Feleciano) (6:09) 6. El Charlatán (5:38) 7. No Quiero Lio (4:37) 8. El Paso De Encaranación (4:17) 9. Cubita Cubera (3:35) 10. Cha Cuba (4:59) 11. Sepárala También (4:15) 12. Mi Son Es Un Vacilón (4:39) 13. Caserita Villareña (4:36) 14. Sin Clave Y Bongó No Hay Son (4:34)

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VITIN AVILES
Mr. Vitin Aviles (Digitally Remastered)
Universal/Callejero/Tropical Budda
Reissued: 2007
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
EditorsPick: Just in! Never before reissued CD of Mr. Vitin Aviles on Tropical Budda! On this '80s album Aviles covers tracks exclusively by Tite Curet Alonso and Julio Castro. This well-done selection of bolero, salsa, guaguancó and a merengue features heavies like Charlie Palmieri, Tony Cofresi, Tony Barrero, Johnny Rodriguez, Jose Alberto, Ismael Quintana and others. Includes the tracks "Mi Crucigrama," "La Canasta," "Amparame Corazon," "Cimientos" and many more. Arrangements by Ray Santos and Javier Fernandez. Highly Recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 15.98
On Sale: 12.78


SONG TITLES:
1. Mi Crucigrama (3:20) 2. La Canasta (4:00) 3. Amparame Corazon (5:15) 4. La Inundacion (5:08) 5. Es Tarde Ya (3:00) 6. Cimientos (5:08) 7. Por Mas Que Te Escondas (4:29) 8. Vendras (6:00)

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MARIO BAUZA
Tanga
Universal/Pimienta
Originally released: 1992
Reissued: 2004
Category: DANCE TRADITIONS; BIG BAND MAMBO JAZZ
EditorsPick: This was the historically important release that brought Mario Bauzá back to the fore. Originally released on Götz Wörner's Messidor label in 1992, this CD is one of the Latin music's true classics, and features Rudy Calzado, Carlos "Patato" Valdéz, Bobby Sanabria, Juan "Papo" Pepin and Victor Paz to name a few. Bauzá is considered by many to be the patriarch of Afro Cuban jazz, and this CD certainly supports that claim. Very Highly Recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Cuban Lullaby (1:04) 2. Mambo (4:03) 3. Afro-Cuban Ritual (3:58) 4. Bolero (3:46) 5. Rumba Abierta (3:32) 6. Carnegie Hall 100 (7:01) 7. Azulito (4:16) 8. Son Cubano (Yo Soy El Son Cubano) (5:29) 9. Ganga (Palo En Ganga) (5:20) 10. Chucho (3:51)

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MIRIAM BAYARD
Cuando Salí De Cuba
Universal/Pimienta
Originally released: 2004
Category: SALSA/SON; SON, GUARACHA, GUAJIRA; CUBA
EditorsPick: Here's a nice little son record, featuring the grave, somber voice of Bayard. It's Santiago son, and while the tunes are pretty well known -- El Cuarto De Tula, Lágrimas Negras, Capullito de Alheli -- the record's more than well produced, and vital. It sounds like you're in the room with the band, and the performances sparkle with a reality that the average badly produced son recording usually lacks. The band-flute, trumpet, congas, bass, tres and guitar-rocks quietly; the shadow of nueva trova is cast a bit on the project, in a good way. Highly recommended. (Peter Watrous)
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Canten 2. Capullito De Alheli 3. Cuando Sali De Cuba 4. Tu Voz 5. El Cuarto De Tula 6. Popurri De Sones 7. Quiero Hablar Contigo 8. Lagrimas Negras 9. Cachita 10. Yerbero Moderno 11. Guajira Guantanamera 12. Bonus Track: Perla Marina

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YURI BUENAVENTURA
Best Of Yuri Buenaventura - With 2 Bonus Videos
Wrasse/Universal (original import)
Originally released: 2005
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA COLOMBIA; COLOMBIA
EditorsPick: What a great compilation of smart, red-hot salsa. Includes tracks from Mr. Buenaventura's now impossible to find CDs "Herencia" and "So Soy." With three never before released tracks: "Donde Estaras (featuring Orishas)," "Insensatez," and a re-mix of "Vagabundo." Also includes two bonus video tracks of "Salsa" and "Une Belle Histoire." Highly Recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 18.98
On Sale: 15.18


SONG TITLES:
1. Salsa (4:28) 2. Guajiro De Monte (4:36) 3. Ne Me Quitte Pas (5:37) 4. El Guerrero (4:26) 5. El Sol De Buscaja (5:46) 6. Vagabundo (5:46) 7. Donde Estaras (featuring Orishas) (3:35) 8. Salsa Rai (featuring Faudel) (4:09) 9. Banano De Uraba (4:48) 10. Mala Vida (4:31) 11. Palo Y Cuero (featuring Cheo Feliciano) (4:38) 12. Insensatez (3:24) 13. Une Belle Histoire (Video) (3:56) 14. Salsa (Video) (4:28)

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JANE BUNNETT
Spirits Of Havana
Universal/Pimienta (original import)
Originally released: 1992
Category: LATIN JAZZ; AFRO-CUBAN JAZZ; CUBA
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


A work of art. Period.
SONG TITLES:
1. Hymn 2. Ochún 3. Yo Siempre Oddara 4. Song From Argentina 5. Quirino 6. La Luna Arriba 7. G.M.S. (Gandinga, Mondongo, Sandunga) 8. Epistrophy 9. Yemayá 10. Sweet Dreams 11. Spirits Of Havana

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ISRAEL "CACHAO" LOPEZ
¡Ahora Sí! Andy Garcia Presents Cachao - CD & DVD Set
Univision
Originally released: 2004
Category: DANCE TRADITIONS; DESCARGAS/MAMBO; CUBA
EditorsPick: About the DVD: The package comes with a DVD that is not simply a bonus video track. This is a full length, highly polished, thoroughly enjoyable production produced by actor/director Andy Garcia, complete with eight unforgettable high resolution tracks. With a cast featuring Latin music's royalty: Alfredo Valdes Jr., Danilo Lozano, Federico Britos, Nelson González, Jimmy Bosch, vocalist Lázaro Gallaraga and many, many others, this DVD generates mambo heat from beginning to end. Also features dancers William Márquez "Willy Mambo" and Reneé Victor. Superb photography direction by Mario García Joya, and edited by Chris Cibelli, a higher quality document of the Cachao experience will not be found. About 1 hour. Very Highly Recommended. [BP, 6-21-04] Bow down in front of the almighty Cachao, who in his eighties has recorded a new CD, one that comes with a DVD, also. This, after almost retiring from the music scene. Using a familiar band of musicians -- Alfredo Valdes, Jr. on piano, Orestes Vilato on timbales, Nelson Gonzales on tres, Federico Britos on violin, Jimmy Bosch on trombone, plus a bunch of others -- Cachao swings deeply through it all. Lazaro Galarraga is the vocalist; the music at times sounds very much like Cachao's older descargas. It's a bit ragged (like the earlier descargas), but there are exceptions, like the thoroughly-composed "Si Me Pudieras Querer," which drifts along over Cachao's bowed bass, the melody taken by the clarinet and violin, all tenderly. It's an astonishing document to the richness of Cuban music, and the richness of the life of Cachao, without whom Cuban music would be a radically different territory. Highly Recommended. (Peter Watrous)
Original Price: 19.98
On Sale: 15.98


SONG TITLES:
1. Mambo Cambio De Swing-Intro 2. Mambo Cambio De Swing 3. Queja Africana Protesta Abakua 4. Si Me Pudieras Querer 5. Una Descarga A Cachao 6. Aurora 7. Ahora Si! 8. No Tienes Por Que Llorar 9. Guajira Clasica 10. El Tiburon

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CALI ALEMAN
La Victoria
Empire/Universal
Originally released: 2005
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
EditorsPick: Another hard salsa release by the Nicaraguan singer Cali Aleman - once the lead singer in Orquesta Guayacan. He's a slightly nasal singer who sounds Colombian, and from the get go, the title tune, he comes out like a bull charging the music. A huge coro backs him up, the piano, deep in the groove, motors along and it all adds up to a big, big party. Ah, the glories of salsaŠ Highly Recommended. (Peter Watrous)
Original Price: 16.98
On Sale: 13.58


SONG TITLES:
1. La Victoria 2. Triste Y Solo 3. Directo Al Corazon 4. Odiame 5. No Es Tu Cuerpo 6. Bella Maria De Mi Alma 7. Corazon Herido 8. Torero 9. Vida Loca 10. La Victoria (instrumental Feat. Olas) 11. Torero (instrumental Feat. Olas)

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CALLE REAL
Con Fuerza
Universal/Pimienta
Originally released: 2006
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA CUBANA; SWEDEN
EditorsPick: Straight out of Stockhom, Sweden, comes a hard-hitting pure timba band called Calle Real and brotha' they are for Real. With arrangements that are tight with big tension and big release, this explosive band takes the genre and runs with it - further proof, in case you need it, that timba is now firmly rooted in the worldwide musical vernacular. Undeniably rooted in Cuba, but beyond that, it is impossible to tell if this stuff was brewed on the island or Sweden or Jersey City. And it don' matter, mon. It's great stuff that simply rocks the house: vital and fresh. Con Fuerza is, dare I say, one of the most Timba of recent timba releases: it's Timba-dura. Listen to the wall crushing "Rompiendo Murallas." Superb vocals by Thomas Sebastian Eby. Highly Recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 16.98
On Sale: 13.58


SONG TITLES:
1. Somos Calle Real (6:57) 2. El Momento (5:42) 3. Esperanza (5:37) 4. Rompiendo Murallas (6:46) 5. Rumba De La Calle (Ambience) (0:35) 6. Soy Bueno, Soy Malo (La Rosa) (6:32) 7. El Beso (4:49) 8. Amor Tal Vez Perdido (5:36) 9. Dime Que Me Quieres (3:52) 10. Sueña Conmigo (7:50) 11. Ya Lo Sé (3:19)

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ED CALLE
Ed Calle Plays Santana
Universal/Pimienta
Originally released: 2004
Category: LATIN JAZZ; LATIN JAZZ
EditorsPick: Slick, musak interpretation of the music of Santana, played by Calle on saxophones. Might hurt Santana's feelings, but then there's an audience somewhere for this, I guess. (Peter Watrous)
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Evil Ways 2. El Faro 3. Smooth 4. Europa 5. Oye Como Va 6. Samba Pa Ti 7. Black Magic Woman 8. Flor D'Luna

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RUDY CALZADO
A Tribute To Mario Bauza: Rudy Calzado & Cubarama
Universal/Pimienta (original import)
Originally released: 2000
Category: LATIN JAZZ; AFRO-CUBAN JAZZ; CUBA
EditorsPick: Veteran vocalist Rudy Calzado has exploded back on to the scene with this exciting tribute to one of the most prolific and beloved orchestra leaders in Afro-Cuban jazz, the late Mario Bauza. Bauza was the musical director for the legendary Machito orquestra, and a Cubop pioneer. Calzado had fronted Bauza's big band orchestra in later years. This lavish and loving production is highly recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


SONG TITLES:
1. La Jicara (4:03) 2. Pairo (3:49) 3. I Remember Diz (5:39) 4. Kikiriki (3:38) 5. You Are The Only One (4:21) 6. Bolero Para Paquito (6:17) 7. River Spirit (5:24) 8. Ruby My Dear (3:39) 9. Nica's Dream (5:30) 10. Todo Eso Y Mas (3:12)

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ANGEL CANALES
Different Shades Of Thought
Universal/TTH/Pimienta
Originally released: 1982
Reissued: 2006
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
EditorsPick: Here's a classic 1982 Angel Canales album that has new before been reissued to CD! With Brian Lynch, Bill O'Connell, Antonio Tapia, Victor Even Perez Jr., John Henry Robinson III and others. It's a terrific effort, up there, with El Sentimiento Del Latino en Nueva York with groove, sabor and funk. Check out the bass riff on the extended jazzed up salsa number "A Usted." And the rendition of "Guantanamo" (listed on the CD as "Quantanamo") is pure Canales. Highly Recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 12.98
On Sale: 10.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Tenemos Que Echar Pa' Lante 2. Quantanamo 3. A Usted 4. Nadie Como Tu 5. Faro De Luz 6. Baby Please Don't Go 7. La Sombra

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MAGGIE CARLES
Broadway Latino DVD
Universal
Originally released: 2003
Category: DVD; POP LATIN
Original Price: 24.98
On Sale: 19.98


With Special Guest Manny Pérez.
SONG TITLES:
1. Declaracion (4:14) 2. Hablar "One Touch Of Venus" (4:12) 3. Alguien Como Tu "Jekyll & Hyde" (4:16) 4. Por Eso Te Quiero (Forever In Your Heart) (3:42) 5. No Llores Por Mi Argentina "Evita" (4:07) 6. El Amor Lo Cambia Todo "Aspects Of Love" (4:00) 7. Sola Yo "Les Miserables" (4:01) 8. Caruso "Bonus Track" (3:49) 9. Lo Imposible Soñar "Man Of La Mancha" (4:19) 10. Es El Momento "Jekyll & Hyde (3:35) 11. New York New York (3:04)

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PEPE CASTILLO
Banana Land - Remastered Edition
Universal/Callejero/Tropical Budda
Originally released: 1991
Reissued: 2007
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
EditorsPick: What a cool record. Originally released on the Tropical Budda label in 1991, it's a mix of salsa, plena, jazz, funk and pan caribbean riffs. And the opening track, "Banana Land" is a hysterical, yet biting, look at the tourism trade with Castillo singing in pseudo Jamaican tongue. The multi-talented Castillo (composer, keyboards, singer, percussion, accordion, etc., etc.), originally from Puerto Rico, can be considered an unsung master who is responsible for some seriously important Latin projects. He was the arranger and pianist for Cortijo's most acclaimed recording - the funky experimental masterpiece Time Machine. Not bad. And listen to his supporting cast on Banana Land: Edgardo Miranda, Mongo Santamaria, Barry Rogers, Bomberito Zarzuela, Donald Nicks, David 'Cortijito' Rosario and many others. 'Nuff said. Very Highly Recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 15.98
On Sale: 12.78


SONG TITLES:
1. Banana Republic 2. Pa' Cortijo 3. Delirio 4. Budda Beat 5. Druma 6. Bombi - Zombi 7. Mavi

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TERESA GARCIA CATURLA
Llegó Teté
Universal/Pimienta (original import)
Originally released: 2003
Category: SALSA/SON; SON, GUARACHA, GUAJIRA; CUBA
EditorsPick: Veteran Cuban singer Teresa Garcia Caturla shines in this superlative Cuban son project. Wonderfully rich, full arrangements and a cracker-jack band including Amadito Valdes, Guillermo Rubalcaba and Lázaro Dagoberto Gonzalez help to make this one sizzle. Participation by guest vocalists Omara Portuondo, Ibrahim Ferrer and Pio Leyva give this project an authority and flavor similar to the Buena Vista Social Club recordings. However, it's the vocals of Ms. Caturla on tracks like "Cachita" that adds gas to the fire. When she let's loose, watch out. Listen to her duo with Pio Leyva on "El Niche," and then when her exuberance explodes on the white hot "Taurema." She becomes irresistible. It culminates with the killer track "Llego Teté," which should be framed and put on a mantle. On this one, it becomes pretty evident, she has the power. (BP)
Original Price: 18.98
On Sale: 15.18


SONG TITLES:
1. La Siguaraya 2. Ausencia 3. Cachita 4. Duda 5. El Niche (Duo Con Pio Leyva) 6. Taurema 7. Tuyo Soy 8. Los Tamalitos De Olga 9. Llego Tete 10. Berceuse Campesina/Drume Negrita 11. Bonus Track: Silver Star/Piel Canela

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KEVIN CEBALLO
Yo Soy Ese Hombre
Universal
Originally released: 2003
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
EditorsPick: No time to get ready. Wherever you are, when "Amame O Dejame" comes on, you will be dancing, guaranteed. Although there are a few breathers popped in for medicinal purposes (to avoid multiple heart attacks?) most of the tracks here are optimal DJ salsa selections: irresistible, in your face, dynamite-filled dance numbers. I remember when RMM released "Mi Primer Amor" (2000), Kevin Ceballo's debut release. It was an obvious attempt to clone Marc Anthony. This time, however, Mr. Ceballo chooses the red pill, sheds the excessive emotion, and is reborn con fuerza. Listen to what he's capable of now. Highly recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 16.98
On Sale: 13.58


SONG TITLES:
1. Amame O Dejame 2. Tu Volveras 3. Se Que No Eres Feliz 4. A Punto De Morir 5. No Me Dejes 6. No Te Vayas Todavia 7. Una Mujer 8. Yo Soy Ese Hombre 9. Eternamente Te Amare 10. Por Que Juegas Conmigo? 11. Izabell

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JUAN MANUEL CERUTO
A Puerto Padre: Tributo A Emiliano Salvador
Universal/Pimienta (original import)
Originally released: 2001
Category: LATIN JAZZ; AFRO-CUBAN JAZZ; CUBA
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Angelica (5:45) 2. Para Luego Es Tarde (5:24) 3. A Puerto Padre (7:58) 4. En Un Mañana De Domingo (10:07) 5. Dana Para Cuatro (6:11) 6. En Una Volanta Actual (4:43) 7. Salseando (6:15) 8. Jazz Plaza (5:48) 9. Angelica (bonus Track) (2:24)

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CHAONDA
Herencia
Universal/Pimienta
Originally released: 2006
Category: DANCE TRADITIONS; CHARANGA
EditorsPick: One deeply swinging charanga record, fresh from the studio in Miami. The group, led by Gerardo Peña on flute and Gerardo Aguillón on violin, has the imprimatur of Cachao, who is credited as the producer. The recording itself shimmers; you can hear all the strings independently, and the music doesn't let up, built for dancing. There are references to reggaeton; the music is lively and graceful and elegant. Highly Recommended. (Peter Watrous)
Original Price: 15.98
On Sale: 12.78


SONG TITLES:
1. Que Suene La Flauta (3:44) 2. Repicando Batá (3:51) 3. Este Si No Pasará (3:50) 4. Busca Los Lentes (3:56) 5. Pare Cochero (4:50) 6. Almendra (4:58) 7. El Bodeguero (3:52) 8. Jardinero Del Amor (3:52) 9. Tu No Sabes De Amor (3:34) 10. Caminito De Guarena (3:06) 11. Sí Envidia (3:04) 12. Cachita (3:22)

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CHARANGA 76
16 Greatest Hits - La Charanga 76 Con Hansel Y Raul
Universal/Pimienta
Originally released: 2006
Category: DANCE TRADITIONS; CHARANGA
EditorsPick: Excellent 16 track compilation of the best known hits of La Charanga 76. With "Kuku-cha Ku-cha," "No Nos Pararan (Ain't No Stopping Us Now)," "Chica Boom" and quite a few tracks that are not currently available elsewhere. Features flautist Karen Joseph, Mike Perez and guest Eddie Drennon on violin, and pianist Alfredo Rodriguez. Recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 14.98
On Sale: 11.98


SONG TITLES:
1. Kuku-cha Ku-cha 2. No Nos Pararan (Ain't No Stopping Us Now) 3. Rosa 4. Soy 5. Ya No Interesa 6. Regresaras 7. Chica Boom 8. Juan Cabeza De Pan 9. Wanda 10. Te Vas Con El Viento 11. C U B A Is Cuba 12. Salsa A Quisqueya 13. Quiero Mas 14. Si Tu Supieras 15. Musica Trance 16. Vamos A Escaparnos

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CHARANGA 76
La Charanga 76 En El 79
Universal/TTH/Pimienta
Originally released: 1979
Reissued: 2006
Category: DANCE TRADITIONS; CHARANGA
EditorsPick: Reissue of a 1979 classic featuring Alfredo Rodriguez on piano, Eddie Drennon on violin, vocalists Hansel and Raul, flautist Karen Joseph and others. With "Wanda," "Si Tu Supieras," and "Yo Seguire." Recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 12.98
On Sale: 10.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Flores 2. Si Tu Supieras 3. Mi Guajira Es Asi (Los Ejes De Mi Carreta) 4. Miami 5. Wanda 6. Yo Seguire 7. Quien Eres Tu

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CONJUNTO CLASICO
Si Ella Estuviera
Universal/Machete
Originally released: 2006
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
EditorsPick: Ray Castro and his crew are back with a superlative, hard-driving old school salsa CD. The venerable Conjunto Clasico doesn't release a new project that often, so it's pretty big news when they do. Past incarnations of the band featured vocalists Tito Nieves, Julio Barretto and Johnny Rivera. For this project, it's Héctor Luis Pagan who's up front, and he does a fine job. Listen to him go to work on "A Ella Le Gusta Mi Rumba," or the cover track "Si Ella Estuviera." With Hector "Maximo" Rodriguez on bass, conguero José "Juicy" Jusino, Nito Caraquillo on piano, tresero José Garcia, Ramon "Ray" Castro and Ramon Rodriguez - the co-founders of Clasico - on coro, and a trumpet section that features Richie Viruet, Pete Nater, Raul Agras, David "Pyro" Rodriguez, and Jose Tabaras. A fine no-nonsense, in-the-pocket salsa project. Recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 14.98
On Sale: 11.98


SONG TITLES:
1. A Ella Le Gusa Mi Rumba (4:21) 2. Si Ella Estuviera (4:25) 3. Olga Y Marggara (5:12) 4. Señora Ley (4:43) 5. El Maicriao (4:17) 6. El Asunto (4:25) 7. Esta Tarde (4:49) 8. Dandole (4:36) 9. Rumba Y Cache (3:59) 10. No Te Metas Conmigo (6:20)

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JOSE CONDE Y OLA FRESCA
Ay! Que Rico... Seconds - José Conde Y Ola Fresca
Universal
Originally released: 2005
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
EditorsPick: This is essentially "Ay! Que Rico," originally released in 2004, with the addition of four bonus tracks. Here was my review of that CD... An experimental work based on Mr. Conde's original compositions, this project has both atmosphere and spice. Using a tool-palette full of afro-Cuban styles -- son, changüi, songo-funk, guaracha, and mambo -- most of which are sauteed with a modern twist on a low, steady flame, Mr. Conde is able to justly frame the lyrics which he offers in a cool, unwavering manner. Conde keeps this project on course with intelligence and vision. What could have been a disparate, chaotic grouping of Afro-Cuban genre songs is held steady and in perfect harmony under the direction of Mr. Conde and his superb band. The timba inflections on "El Clasificado," the intoxicating coro on "Tira La Tierra," the fiery and jazzy "El Bombo" (described an "ensalada de samba con salsa, son y descarga") and the big-band feel of "Bolitas De Arroz Con Pollo" all serve Mr. Conde, the lyricist, well. This is an unusual record, and although it does make ample use of tradition, it is non-traditional in most respects. I may not be the best judge of Mr. Conde's poetry, but I know good art when I hear it. Highly recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Ay Que Rico 2. Goza Con Mi Changui 3. Do U Dance On 3 4. El Clasificado 5. Tira Le Tierra 6. Puente A Mi Gente 7. El Bombo 8. Puerco Robao 9. Bolitas De Arroz Con Pollo 10. Milagro 11. Bye Bye Cenaida 12. Bolitas (Remix) 13. Bonus Serving: Tres Juanes 14. Ay Que Rico (Radio Mix) 15. Amorosa Guajira 16. Transplante

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ORQUESTA CONTINENTAL BRASS
Homenaje A Los Grandes
Universal/Pimienta
Originally released: 2005
Category: SALSA/SON; SON, GUARACHA, GUAJIRA
EditorsPick: Totally fun nostalgia. Here's an uptempo and churning celebration of material by the heavy hitters: Beny Moré, Rolando LaSerie, Tito Gomez, Chappottín and others. Lead vocals by Jesus Argain and percussionist Miguel Martin. With "Amalia Batista," "Quimbombo," "Baracoa," "Bonita y Sabroso" and more. Recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 16.98
On Sale: 13.58


SONG TITLES:
1. Amalia Batista 2. Sabor A Mi 3. Quimbombo 4. Esto Si Se Llama Querer 5. Vereda Tropical 6. Baracoa 7. No Lo Digas 8. Bonito Y Sabroso 9. Te Quedaras 10. Que Me Digan Feo

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ELVIS CRESPO
Regreso El Jefe
Universal/Machete/Flash/Nu
Originally released: 2007
Category: MERENGUE/BACHATA; MERENGUE
EditorsPick: Just to let you know, Elvis Crespo, star of the '90s, tells you he's come back a bunch of times on the recording. And with Regreso el Jefe he sounds good, less boyish, pop merengue at it's best. The Puerto Rican singer has a tough, nasal sound and the songs are good. Old school merengue. Highly Recommended. (Peter Watrous)
Original Price: 15.98
On Sale: 12.78


SONG TITLES:
1. Aky 2. Lo Foto Se Me Borro - Feat. Zone D'Tambora 3. Con El Tiempo Y Un Ganchito 4. Bambaribiri - Feat. Nejo 5. Llore Y Llore 6. Tala Tala 7. Mi Fracaso 8. Los Caminos 9. De La Vida - Feat. Los Hermanos Rosario 10. Ito Ito Bonito 11. Te Veo Triste - Feat. Gisselle 12. Asi Es La Vida 13. Echate Pa'Ca - Feat. Grupo Mania "The Originals" 14. La Foto Se Me Borro - Feat. Zonde D'Tambora (Bachata Mix)

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ELVIS CRESPO
Saboréalo
OLE/Universal
Originally released: 2004
Category: MERENGUE/BACHATA; MERENGUE
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Hora Enamorada (4:12) 2. 7 Dias (4:02) 3. Donde Estaras (4:28) 4. Veraneame (3:50) 5. Gozame (3:39) 6. Pegate (3:19) 7. Toca (4:04) 8. No Se Que Paso (4:00) 9. Soleo (4:15) 10. Como Yo (4:05) 11. Regalame (3:56) 12. Pan Comio' (3:50) 13. Outro (2:02)

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CELIA CRUZ
An Extraordinary Woman...Azucar! - DVD Documentary
Universal/Pimienta
Originally released: 2003
Category: DVD; DOCUMENTARY
EditorsPick: This wonderful documentary details the life of superstar Celia Cruz. Begins with a history of música Cubana, and takes us through Celia's early years -- with some amazing early photographs -- and then with rare performance footage with La Sonora Matancera. Later, there is explosive salsa footage of her performing with the the Fania All Stars and Johnny Pacheco. With many interviews including family members, Johnny Pacheco, Ralph Mercado, India, Sergio George, and the Queen herself. Superb quality. In Spanish. The box indicates an English option, but I could not get that to work. Highly Recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 24.98
On Sale: 19.98


The voice, charisma and talent of Celia Cruz created one of the most impressive careers in all of music. Merely listing her accomplishments would require a book. Her more than 70 albums have yielded an undending harvest of gold and platinum records and she received more than a hundred awards from prestigious institutions around the world. She received three doctorates Honoris Causa from Yale, Florida International University and Miami University. She also appeared in 10 movies, most recently including The Mambo Kings and The Perez Family. Documentary: (A chronology of her life through music) Relive Celia Cruz's greatest moments from "Cao Cao Mani Picao" (her first commercial release) to her latest "Rie y Llora." Follow her extraordinary life life with her closest friends and some of the most important individuals in her career! Bonus Material: Interviews; Celia Cruz - Pedro Knight; Omar Pardillo Cid (Manager) Rogelio Martinez Jr. (son of Sonora Matancera founder Rogelio Martinez) Johnny Pacheco. Ralph Mercado. Sergio George. India. Isidro Infante. Gladys Becquet. (Sister) Fernando Osorio plus Personal Friends. Discography. Biography. Photo Gallery. Awards and Recognitions Credits Directed by Vicente Riesgo and Hugo Barroso Jr. Running Time: 145 Minutes

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CELIA CRUZ
Dios Disfrute A La Reina!
Universal/Siente
Originally released: 2006
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
EditorsPick: Good Celia compilation featuring later carrer material. Wiith "Cuando Volverá," "El Muerte Se Fue De Rumba," "Son De La Loma," "Fuerza Antillana," "Sigue Cantando Celia" and others. Some of these titles, I believe, do not appear elsewhere which would make this CD especially collectable. Also with several remix tracks of "Son De La Loma" and "El Muerte Se Fue..." Recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 14.98
On Sale: 11.98


SONG TITLES:
1. Lagrimas Negras 2. Cuando Volvera 3. La Cuba Mia 4. La Sitiera 5. El Son Sigue Ahi 6. Son De La (De La Loma Bajan) 7. Fuerza Antillana 8. Feliz En Tu Dia 9. El Muerto Se Fue De Rumba 10. Vamonos De Aqui 11. Sigue Cantando Celia 12. Estrella Dulce 13. Cuando Volvera 14. Son De La Loma (D'Menace Remix) 15. Son De La Loma (Reggaeton Remix) 16. El Muerto Se Fue De Rumba (Giuseppe D Remix)

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CELIA CRUZ
Edición Limitada
Universal
Originally released: 2002
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
Original Price: 15.98
On Sale: 12.78


SONG TITLES:
1. Sazon (4:46) 2. La Guagua (5:36) 3. Que Le Den Candela (3:49) 4. De La Habana Hasta Aqui (3:33) 5. Patica De Chivo (4:26) 6. Caballero Y Dama (4:35) 7. Me Estan Hablando Del Cielo (4:39) 8. Que Suenan Las Palmas (4:56)

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CELIA CRUZ
Éxitos Eternos
Universal/RMM
Originally released: 2003
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
Original Price: 16.98
On Sale: 13.58


SONG TITLES:
1. La Vida Es Un Carnaval (4:37) 2. La Negra Tiene Tumbao (4:17) 3. Que Le Den Candela (3:52) 4. Sazon (4:49) 5. Usted Abuso (4:17) 6. La Guagua (5:38) 7. Oye Como Va (4:20) 8. La Voz De La Experiencia - Con La India (5:24) 9. Mi Vida Es Cantar (4:00) 10. Cucala - Live (5:06) 11. Tu Voz = Con Vicnete Fernandez (3:21) 12. Quimbara - Live (6:03) 13. Guantanamera - Live (6:18) 14. Por Si Acaso No Regreso (5:49) 15. Que Le Den Candela - Video (3:52)

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CELIA CRUZ
Éxitos Eternos II - Include Bonus Video Clip Of "Sazón"
Universal/RMM
Originally released: 2003
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
Original Price: 16.98
On Sale: 13.58


SONG TITLES:
1. La Vida Es Un Carnaval - Live (4:40) 2. Pasaporte LatinoAmericano (5:02) 3. Bemba Colora - Live (7:54) 4. Cuestion De Epoca - Con Jose Alberto (4:27) 5. El Son De Celia Y Oscar - Con Oscar D'Leon - Live (6:56) 6. Celia Y Tito - Con Tito Puente (5:57) 7. Ob-la-di, Ob-la-da (4:46) 8. Bembelequa (4:55) 9. Cal Y Arena (4:21) 10. Drume Negrita (5:23) 11. Azucar Negra (3:06) 12. Salsipuedes (4:52) 13. El Camino A San Jose (Do You Know The Way To San Jose) - A Duo Con Dionne Warwick (5:23) 14. Sazon - Video (4:46)

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CELIA CRUZ
Gold: Celia Cruz, A Su Memoria - 2 CD Set
Universal
Originally released: 2003
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
Original Price: 24.98
On Sale: 19.98


SONG TITLES:
1. La Vida Es Un Carnaval 2. Usted Abuso 3. Cucala 4. Azucar Negra 5. Te Busco 6. Que Le Den Candela 7. Guantanamera (A Duo Con Johnny Pacheco, India) 8. Salsipuedes 9. Bolero, Bolero 10. Sazon 11. El Son De Celia Y Oscar (A Duo Con Oscar D'Leon) 12. Ob-La-Di-, Ob-La-Da 13. Mi Vida Es Cantar (En Vivo) 14. Siento La Nostalgia De Palmeras 15. Qumbara 16. Amores De Un Dia 17. Bemba Colora 18. Celia Y Tito 19. Burundanga 20. Medley: Babalu, Siboney, El Cumbanchero 21. La Guagua 22. La Voz De La Experiencia ( A Duo Con India) 23. Cruz De Navajas

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CELIA CRUZ
Irrepetible / Unrepeatable
Universal/RMM
Originally released: 1994
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
Original Price: 16.98
On Sale: 13.58


SONG TITLES:
1. Que Le Den Candela (3:49) 2. Bembelequa (4:54) 3. Limon Y Menta (4:20) 4. Mario Ague (5:03) 5. Drume Negrita (5:23) 6. Caballero Y Dama (4:35) 7. Enamorada De Ti (4:22) 8. La Guagua (5:36) 9. Cuando Cuba Se Acabe De Leberar (4:45)

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CELIA CRUZ
La Más Grande Historia Jamas Cantada: CD & Bonus DVD
Lideres/Universal
Originally released: 2003
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
EditorsPick: Excellent compilation of Celia Cruz's spicy salsa. Include bonus DVD disc with two live performances: "Bombele" with the Fania All Stars, live in Puerto Rico, 1994, and "Bembe Colora," a simply amazing 1975 performance, also with the Fania All Stars (Johnny Pacheco, Ismael Miranda, Willie Colón, Ray Barretto etc.), from New York's Yankee Stadium. Recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 18.98
On Sale: 15.18


SONG TITLES:
1. Yerbero Moderno (4:34) 2. Burundanga (2:58) 3. Caocao Mani Picao (3:47) 4. Bravo (2:35) 5. Cuando Sali De Cuba (2:54) 6. Yo Soy La Voz (2:32) 7. Bemba Colora (3:32) 8. Lo Tuyo Es Mental (3:14) 9. La Sopa En Botella (5:06) 10. Besito De Coco (4:24) 11. A Papa (4:07) 12. Feliz Encuentro (5:06) 13. Guaba (3:59) 14. Pachito E'Che (3:39) 15. Quimbara (4:47) 16. Bonus Tracks DVD: Bombele (Live) (: ) 17. Bemba Colora (Live)

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CELIA CRUZ
Serie 32: 2-CD Set
Universal
Originally released: 2002
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
Original Price: 24.98
On Sale: 19.98


SONG TITLES:
1. La Vida Es Un Carnaval 2. Azucar Negra 3. Celia Y Tito - Live (Con Tito Puente) 4. Que Le Den Candela 5. Quimbara - Live 6. Bolero, Bolero 7. El Son De Celia Y Oscar (Con Oscar D'Leon) 8. La Guagua 9. Mi Vida Es Cantar 10. Me Estan Hablando Del Cielo (Con Kinito Mendez) 11. Cucala - Live 12. La Voz De La Experiencia (Con India) 13. Pasaporte Latino Americano 14. Caballero Y Dama ( Con Willy Chirino) 15. Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da 16. El No Ten Quiere Na' 17. Usted Abuso - Live 18. Sazon 19. Limon Y Menta 20. La Dicha Mia - Live 21. Bembelequa 22. Que Suenen Las Palmas 23. Drume Negrita 24. Guantanamera - Live 25. Cuestion De Epoca (Con Jose Alberto "El Canario")...plus 7 More Tunes!

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CHARLIE CRUZ
Más De Mí
Univision
Originally released: 2006
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
EditorsPick: First line: "You didn't meet her in a church, you met her in a disco." The coro: "Now you don't want her to move, you don't want them to see her." All this over a killing beat, modern salsa at its shaking and baking best. This is dance floor honey, a rocking band, good song selection, arrangements, in the Sergio George mold, that make the music sound fresh. Cruz doesn't have the biggest voice in the world, but he gets the job done, moving up into the upper range to show that he really, really means it all. And you want the whole thing to last longer than it does, the grooves so strong, Cruz jumping quickly into the improvisations, that it gives off joy. Here it is: some of the best that the Puerto Rican salsa machine can produce. Tony Tun Tun and Khriz y Angel join Cruz for some tasty Salsatón. Highly Recommended. (Peter Watrous)
Original Price: 15.98
On Sale: 12.78


SONG TITLES:
1. Déjala Que Baila (Versión Salsa) (3:51) 2. Como Duele (3:56) 3. Se Merece Que Lo Engañes (4:27) 4. Mi Corazón (4:34) 5. Ven Conmigo (4:05) 6. Tengo Miedo (3:57) 7. Vanidosa (3:56) 8. Dile Que La Amo (4:19) 9. Mala (feat. Tony Tun Tun) (3:30) 10. Déjala Que Baila (feat. Khriz Y Angel - Version Salsatón) (4:10)

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CUBAN DREAMS
A Reunion: The Havana Sessions
Universal
Originally released: 2002
Category: SALSA/SON; SON, GUARACHA, GUAJIRA; CUBA
EditorsPick: Superlative two-part Cuban son and jam recordings consisting of many of the Buena Vista musicians. This project was completed in part in Havana and in part New York with the help of Pio Leyva, Ibrahim Ferrer, Cachaito, Juan Pablo Torres, Alfredo Valdés, Richard Egües and many others. The Cuban and New York sessions are available as separate CDs. Highly recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 16.98
On Sale: 13.58


SONG TITLES:
1. El Que Siembra Su Maiz 2. Camina Camaron 3. Soy Cubana 4. Elmarañon 5. Magdalena 6. Corazon De Cristal 7. Sucu-Sucu 8. No Hay Tierra Como La Mia 9. Anabacoa 10. Zun Zun Babae

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CUBAN DREAMS
A Reunion: The New York Sessions
Universal
Originally released: 2002
Category: SALSA/SON; SON, GUARACHA, GUAJIRA; CUBA
EditorsPick: Superlative two-part Cuban son and jam recordings consisting of many of the Buena Vista musicians. This project was completed in part in Havana and in part New York with the help of Pio Leyva, Ibrahim Ferrer, Cachaito, Juan Pablo Torres, Alfredo Valdés, Richard Egües and many others. The Cuban and New York sessions are available as separate CDs. Highly recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 16.98
On Sale: 13.58


SONG TITLES:
1. El Golpe Bibijagua 2. Son De Canela Y Cafe 3. Quiero Un Sombrero 4. Como Viene La Timba 5. Ocoromiyare 6. Felicidad En La Manigua 7. Unpoquito De Tu Amor 8. La Timba Gorda

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CUBAN MASTERS
Los Originales
Universal/MusicHaus
Originally released: 2001
Category: SALSA/SON; SON, GUARACHA, GUAJIRA; CUBA
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Los Originales 2. Cachao Es Mambo 3. Toca La Flauta Fajardo 4. Toma Chocolate 5. Club Social Buena Vista 6. Santa Cecilia 7. Danzon Para Los Maestros 8. Los Dos Alfredos 9. Oye Mi Tumbao 10. Se Callentan Los Cueros 11. Qutate La Careta 12. Quiero Un Sombrero

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OSCAR D'LEON Y SU ORQUESTA
30 Aniversario
Universal
Originally released: 2006
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA; VENEZUELA
Original Price: 14.98
On Sale: 11.98


SONG TITLES:
1. Mentiras 2. Que Me Quiten Lo Baila'o 3. Me Voy Pa' Cali 4. Toitico Tuyo 5. Mujer De Arena 6. Traicionera 7. Casas De Cartón 8. Mi Gente 9. Lástima Que Seas Ajena 10. Cuando Ya No Me Quieras 11. Mirala Comose Menea 12. El Pregonero 13. Mis Deseos 14. Hay Que Trabajar (w/Tito Puente)

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OSCAR D'LEON Y SU ORQUESTA
Doble Play: Oscar D'Leon Y Wladimir
Universal
Originally released: 2000
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA; VENEZUELA
EditorsPick: D'Leon here joins forces with fellow Venezuelan vocalist Wladimir Lozano to produce a very fine high-energy salsa release where every cut seems to be finely crafted. As in all of D'Leon's releases, the band is well oiled and the coro is perfect. However, it is the way these two vocalists interact that is a thing a real beauty. They share their lines with apparent ease, and the weight of each word gets distributed from Oscar to Wladimir, and back again, with finesse. Listen to their versions of "Anabacoa" and "Chan Chan." (BP)
Original Price: 15.98
On Sale: 12.78


SONG TITLES:
1. Clima De Amor 2. Anabacoa 3. Prohibida 4. Quisiera Ser 5. Madrigal 6. Fin De Semana 7. Chan Chan 8. Compréndeme Nena 9. Tuya Y Mia 10. Mosaico: La Vida Es Un Sueño, Facundo, Cruel Desilusión, Rica Pulpa, Rumba Blanca

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OSCAR D'LEON Y SU ORQUESTA
Edición Limitada
Universal
Originally released: 2002
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
Original Price: 15.98
On Sale: 12.78


SONG TITLES:
1. Lloraras (Live) (4:32) 2. Me Voy Pa'Cali (3:50) 3. Soledad (5:42) 4. Mujer De Arena (3:58) 5. Mirala Que Chevere (4:11) 6. Mis Deseos (4:22) 7. Tu Te Olvidas (5:00) 8. Orinoco (5:05)

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OSCAR D'LEON Y SU ORQUESTA
Esenciales: The Ultimate Collection, Vol. 1
Universal
Originally released: 2002
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
Original Price: 15.98
On Sale: 12.78


SONG TITLES:
1. Mata Siguaraya (5:25) 2. Detalles (4:39) 3. Mi Bajo Y Yo (4:59) 4. Lloraras (3:41) 5. Sientate Ahi (4:32) 6. Parampampan (3:16) 7. Que Bueno Baila Usted (3:36) 8. Que Bailen T'os (3:18) 9. Que Cosa Tan Linda (4:20) 10. Josefa Matia (3:22) 11. Pensando En Ti (3:03) 12. A El (3:44) 13. El Frutero (3:59) 14. Consigueme Eso (4:24) 15. Calculadora (5:16) 16. De Ti Enamorado (4:18)

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OSCAR D'LEON Y SU ORQUESTA
Éxitos Eternos
Universal
Originally released: 2007
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
EditorsPick: Here's a fine Oscar D'Leon compilation featuring some of his mega hits like "Llorarás". "Me Voy Pa' Cali", "Capullito de Alheli" and "Detalles". Recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 14.98
On Sale: 11.98


SONG TITLES:
1. Llorarás 2. La Carta 3. Me Voy Pa' Cali 4. Mentiras 5. Lastima Que Seas Ajena 6. Hay Que Trabajar 7. Como Olvidarte 8. Capullito De Alheli 9. Mi Mujer Es Una Bomba 10. Detalles

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OSCAR D'LEON Y SU ORQUESTA
Infinito
Universal
Originally released: 2003
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
EditorsPick: New uptempo release from El Leon de la Salsa. Half salsa, half vallenato. Recorded in Puerto Rico and Venezuela. (BP)
Original Price: 16.98
On Sale: 13.58


SONG TITLES:
1. Como Olvidarte 2. La Mazucamba 3. Por Que Será 4. Señora 5. Cualquiera 6. Amor Verdadero 7. Ya Lo Veras 8. Tormenta De Amor 9. Como Olvidarte 10. Bailando Con Ella

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OSCAR D'LEON Y SU ORQUESTA
Más Que Amor...Frenesí
Universal
Originally released: 2001
Category: BOLERO; BOLERO / BALADA
EditorsPick: Ok, I'm a sucker for a well done bolero. Here are eleven. (BP)
Original Price: 15.98
On Sale: 12.78


Here Mr. D'Leon embraces the bolero tradition.
SONG TITLES:
1. Frenesí 2. Toda Una Vida 3. Burbujas De Amor 4. Si Tu Me Dices Ven 5. Sobre Todas Las Miserias 6. Reconciliacion (a Dúo Con Kiara) 7. Cuando Estemos Viejos 8. Tu Alma Golondrina 9. Anhelante 10. Un Mundo Diferente 11. Peleas

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OSCAR D'LEON Y SU ORQUESTA
Oro Salsero: 2-CD Set
Universal/RMM
Originally released: 2003
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
Original Price: 24.98
On Sale: 19.98


SONG TITLES:
1. La Carta 2. Mentiras 3. Mujer 4. Me Voy Pa' Cali 5. Lloraras (Live) 6. Hazme El Amor (Live Con India) 7. Padme E Hijo 8. Lastima Que Seas Ajena 9. Mujer De Arena 10. Orinoco 11. Llego El Sabor (Con Jose Alberto "El Canario" 12. Traicionera 13. Mirala Como Se Menea 14. Que Me Quiten Lo Baila'o 15. Hay Que Trabajar (Con Tito Puente) 16. Mi Mujer Es Bomba 17. El Pregonero 18. Cuando Ya No Me Quieras 19. Toitico Tuyo 20. Casas De Carton

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OSCAR D'LEON Y SU ORQUESTA
Pura Salsa: A Ritmo De Oscar D'Leon
Universal/RMM
Originally released: 2006
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
EditorsPick: Part of a fine series of 20 different CDs that highlight the hits of legendary salsa singers and bandleaders. Purchase this one alone, or purchase the entire set of 20 CDs at a discount HERE! (BP)
Original Price: 12.98
On Sale: 10.38


SONG TITLES:
1. La Carta 2. Me Voy Pa'Cali 3. Que Me Quiten Lo Baila'o 4. Padre E Hijo 5. Que Lastima 6. Mirala Como Se Menea 7. Mi Mujer Es Una Bomba 8. El Pregonero 9. Lastima Que Seas Ajena 10. Mujer De Arena 11. Mis Deseos 12. Esperando Por Ella 13. Traiconera 14. Toitico Tuya

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OSCAR D'LEON Y SU ORQUESTA
Pura Salsa: A Ritmo De Oscar D'Leon - Live
Universal/RMM
Originally released: 2007
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
EditorsPick: Nice compilation of live performances by the popular salsa singer. (BP)
Original Price: 13.98
On Sale: 11.18


SONG TITLES:
1. Lloraras 2. Me Voy Pa' Cali 3. Sanduguera 4. Calculadora 5. Detalles 6. El Manicero 7. La Media Vuelta 8. Ven Morena 9. Melao De Caña 10. Mi Bajo Y Yo 11. Taboga

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OSCAR D'LEON Y SU ORQUESTA
Serie 32: 2-CD Set
Universal
Originally released: 2002
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
Original Price: 24.98
On Sale: 19.98


SONG TITLES:
1. Lloraras - Live 2. Mentiras 3. Me Voy Pa'Cali 4. El Pregonero 5. Que Me Quiten Lo Baila'o 6. Agua Que No Has De Beber 7. Amor No Se Llama 8. Mi Mujer Es Una Bomba 9. Que Pena (Con Elba Ramalho) 10. Cuando Ya No Me Quieras 11. Toitico Tuyo 12. Padre E Hijo 13. Hazme El Amor (Con India) 14. Mirala Como Se Menea 15. Lady Madonna 16. Hechicera - Live 17. Hay Que Trabajar (Con Tito Puente) 18. Llego El Sabor ( Con Jose Alberto "El Canario") 19. Mujer Da Arena 20. De Ti Enamorado 21. El Son De Celia Y Oscar (Con Celia Cruz) 22. Mirala Que Chevere 23. Que Lastima 24. Matematica Sexual 25. Lastima Que Seas Ajena...plus 7 More Tunes!

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PAQUITO D'RIVERA
And The United Nations Orchestra: A Night In Englewood
Universal/Pimienta
Originally released: 1994
Category: LATIN JAZZ; LATIN JAZZ
EditorsPick: Back in stock! The United Nations Orchestra, under the dynamic leadership of Paquito D'Rivera perpetuates Dizzy Gillespie's legacy, blending the colors and rhythms of Afro-Cuban, Brazilian and Caribbean music within the jazz tapestry. (BP)
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Snow Samba (6:38) 2. Alma Llanera (6:18) 3. I Remeber Diz (5:04) 4. Blues For Astor (6:31) 5. Modo Cubano (5:30) 6. La Puerta (3:17) 7. Bonitinha (5:02) 8. Milonga Para Paquito (6:53) 9. To Brenda With Love (7:09)

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PAQUITO D'RIVERA
Big Band Time
Universal/Pimienta
Originally released: 2003
Category: LATIN JAZZ; BIG BAND LATIN JAZZ
EditorsPick: Paquito D'Rivera returns, con gusto, to the Latin big band format. Using his own core group in collaboration with the huge WDR Big Band in Cologne, Germany, Mr. D' Rivera is able to bring a another era to life. And it swings, conjuring the flavors of Mario Bauza, Chico O'Farril, and the Machito Orchestra. An Afro-Cuban jazz blast. Highly recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


SONG TITLES:
1. To Brenda With Love (6:31) 2. Danza Caracteristica (7:50) 3. Song For Maura (7:40) 4. Basstronaut (7:36) 5. Who' Smokin'? (6:20) 6. Ya La Negra Bailaba (4:00) 7. Andalucia (6:57) 8. A Lo Tristano (5:26) 9. Como Un Bolero (8:20) 10. Annette's For Sure (8:45)

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PAQUITO D'RIVERA
La Habana-Rio Conexion
Universal/Pimienta
Originally released: 1992
Category: LATIN JAZZ; LATIN JAZZ
EditorsPick: Another fine early '90s Messidor release reissued. This one also features Giovanni Hidalgo, Claudio Roditi, Danilo Perez, Johnny Rodriguez, Jose Madera and many others. Recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


SONG TITLES:
1. La Comparsa (3:31) 2. Canção De Noite (4:34) 3. Danzas Cubanas - A Los Tres Golpes, Invitación (2:06) 4. Noche Cubana (3:06) 5. Contigo En La Distancia (4:30) 6. Canción Simple (5:33) 7. Como Un Milagro (4:13) 8. Impressions From Tien-An-Men Square (5:35) 9. No Puedo Ser Feliz (4:14) 10. Como Fué (4:30) 11. Ciego Reto (3:38) 12. Segura Ele (3:10)

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PAQUITO D'RIVERA
Paquito D'Rivera & Arturo Sandoval - Reunion
Universal/Pimienta
Originally released: 1990
Reissued: 2004
Category: LATIN JAZZ; LATIN JAZZ
EditorsPick: A reissue, originally from the German Messidor label, of the first recording Paquito D' Rivera and Arturo Sandoval made after leaving Irakere. It includes Danilo Perez, Giovanni Hidalgo and Fareed Haque and it's an extremely strong latin jazz recording, a recording that helped make their careers outside of Cuba. Highly Recommended. (Peter Watrous)
Original Price: 18.98
On Sale: 15.18


SONG TITLES:
1. Prologo: Mambo Influenciado (:25) 2. Reunion (4:59) 3. Tanga (9:19) 4. Claudia (7:12) 5. Friday Morning (6:33) 6. Latin American Suite (5:24) 7. Part 1 - Venetian Waltz No. 1 (:50) 8. Part 2 - Introduction (1:34) 9. Part 3 - Chorizinho (3:00) 10. Body & Soul (3:51) 11. Caprichosos De La Habana (4:14) 12. Epilogo: Mambo Influenciado (:21)

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PAQUITO D'RIVERA
Paquito D'Rivera Presents 40 Years Of Cuban Jam Session
Universal/Pimienta
Originally released: 1993
Reissued: 2004
Category: LATIN JAZZ; LATIN JAZZ
EditorsPick: Recorded in 1993, 40 Years of Cuban Jam Session is a landmark album that helped introduce the modern Cuban jazz sound to the world. With El Negro on trap drums, electric bass -- except for the magnificent tracks that Cachao rumbles through on upright -- and a modern harmonic vocabulary, it set a paradigm that's still being dealt with. It's not all successful, and the fusiony touches sound more than dated, but the best parts of this recording are as good as anything on tape. The line up of people, including Juan Pablo Torres, Chocolate, Kike Hernandez and more is pretty astonishing, and Paquito, yakety saxish at times, sails through proceedings. Recommended. (Peter Watrous)
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


Recent recording of band members who jammed together in 1950s Cuba. Cachao, Chocolate, Chombo Silva, and others.
SONG TITLES:
1. Descarga Para Banda T Combo (5:22) 2. Descarga '93 (6:47) 3. Bolero Medley: Mi Mejor Cancion (4:25) 4. Ayer La Vi Llorar - Novia Mia (5:20) 5. Fifty Fifty (3:10) 6. Despojo (6:12) 7. Cuando Vuelva A Tu Lado (3:50) 8. Guaguanjira (3:10) 9. Una Tarde En Alamar (6:09) 10. Tres Tristes Tigres (4:46) 11. Lorenzo's Wings (3:33)

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PAQUITO D'RIVERA
The Clarinetist
Universal
Originally released: 2002
Category: LATIN JAZZ; LATIN JAZZ
EditorsPick: This Grammy nominated CD centers on Mr. D'Rivera's virtuosity as a clarinetist. Embracing classical, symphonic and jazz, the beauty and tonal range of the clarinet is clearly defined by his sensitivity, and emotive playing. (BP)
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Serenade (5:16) 2. Aconcagua/concerto For Bandoneon: I (7:08) 3. II (8:02) 4. III (6:34) 5. Habana (6:39) 6. Brussels In The Rain (6:39) 7. Dizzyness (5:33) 8. Trio No. 1: Por Los Senderos (5:33) 9. Crepuscular (3:22) 10. Fiesta (6:17)

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DADDY YANKEE
Barrio Fino
Universal
Originally released: 2004
Category: POP/OTHER; REGGAETON
EditorsPick: Anybody that's into rhythm has to love reggaeton, and Daddy Yankee, guest on so many recordings, makes tough dance records. Barrio Fino is filled with ominous keyboard swells and rhythms that cut precisely; that helps explain his pile of platinum albums. There isn't much sunlight in the proceedings. Andy Montanez shows up for one tune, and the whole project is the present and future of Afro-Caribbean popular music. Highly recommended. (Peter Watrous)
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Intro 2. King Daddy 3. Dale Caliente 4. No Me Dejes 5. Gasolina 6. Like You (l mu:ro) 7. El Muro 8. Lo Que Paso 9. Principe 10. Cuentame 11. Santifica Tus Escapullarios 12. Sabor A Melao 13. El Empuje 14. Que Vas A Hacer 15. Salud Y Vida 16. Intermedio "Gavilan" 17. Corazones 18. Golpe De Estado 19. Mujeres 20. Saber Su Nombre 21. Outro

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DADDY YANKEE
Barrio Fino En Directo: CD & DVD Set
El Cartel/Universal
Originally released: 2005
Category: POP/OTHER; REGGAETON
EditorsPick: Recommended. (Peter Watrous)
Original Price: 18.98
On Sale: 15.18


SONG TITLES:
1. CD:En Directo 2. King Daddy 3. Dale Caliente 4. El Empuje 5. Tu Principe 6. Santifica Tus Escapularios 7. Corazones 8. No Me Dejes Solo 9. Lo Que Pasó, Pasó 10. Gasolina 11. Rompe 12. Machucando 13. Gangsta Zone (feat. Snoop Dogg) 14. Machete Reloaded (feat. Paul Wall) 15. Como Dice Que Dijo - Skit 16. El Truco 17. DVD: En Directo (Documentary) 18. DY LIVE: King Daddy; Dale Caliente; El Caldo: Gasolina 19. Special Features: Corazones Video, Corazones Behind The Scenes, "Talento De Barrio" Trailer, Long Distance, Studio Recordings, Miami, Zion Y Lennox, World Tour, Coming Soon 20. Photo Gallery: Barrio Fino Album; Bario Fino Promo, 2005 Tour Shoot

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DADDY YANKEE
El Cartel: The Big Boss
El Cartel/Universal
Originally released: 2007
Category: POP/OTHER; REGGAETON
EditorsPick: The shout outs on the first track suggest where reggaeton has reached, from California to Cuba and all over the Latin world. "El mundo entero," raps Daddy Yankee. Since reggateon's not really doing much nowadays, it's curious to hear if there'd be any changes on the album, and the answer is, no. It's still great dance music, and the main instrument is still the cheesy keyboard, and there's still not much in the way of songwriting. It's groove music, the best there is in the style. Highly Recommended. (Peter Watrous)
Original Price: 15.98
On Sale: 12.78


SONG TITLES:
1. Jefe (3:58) 2. En Sus Marcas Listos Fugra (3:27) 3. Cambio (3:11) 4. Fuera De Control (3:03) 5. Impacto (3:05) 6. Ella Me Llevanto (3:29) 7. A Lo Clasico (3:54) 8. Bring It On F/Akon (3:43) 9. Who's Your Daddy? (3:28) 10. El Celular (2:48) 11. Ven Damelo (3:45) 12. Papi Lover W/Nicole (3:40) 13. Que Paso! (4:11) 14. Mansaje De Estado (4:06) 15. Tension F/Hector "El Father" (3:21) 16. Soy Lo Que Soy (4:11) 17. Coraza Divina (3:55) 18. Plane To PRF/Will.I.AM (4:07) 19. Me Quedaria (4:20) 20. Todos Quieren A Raymond (4:42) 21. Impacto Remix F/Fergie (3:26)

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DANZÓN BY SIX
Elegante - With Federico Britos
Universal/Pimienta
Originally released: 2004
Category: DANCE TRADITIONS; CHA CHA CHA, CHARANGA, DANZON
EditorsPick: Riding high on his new well deserved respect and fame for his work with Bebo Valdés on We Can Make Such Beautiful Music Together, virtuoso violinist Federico Brito has produced the second Danzón by Six record. Elegante is just that: an elegant, sweet and tasty group of danzón gems. Britos, who was born un Uruguay has assembled a top notch band featuring, among others, flautist Gustavo Cruz, percussionist Eddie Bonilla, Eddie "Guagua" Rivera on bass and special guests Israel "Cachao" López, Alfredo Valdés Jr. and vocalist Onelio Pérez. Highly recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Almendra (6:31) 2. Linda Cubana (4:30) 3. Medley: Santa , Sr. Violin (7:09) 4. Danzon Mexico (5:42) 5. Virgen De Regla (4:26) 6. Cicuta Tibia (7:11) 7. Medley: Fefita, Almendra, Bodas De Oro, El Cadete Constitucional (4:26) 8. La Flauta Magica (4:21) 9. Cachao And Federico (6:02) 10. Silver Star (6:01) 11. Ligia Altagracia (4:52) 12. Concha And Cuco (5:37)

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ISSAC DELGADO Y SU GRUPO
En Primera Plana
Univision/Universal
Originally released: 2007
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA CUBANA; CUBA
EditorsPick: Delgado, one of the Caribbean's great singers, one of the great singers of the 20th century, the Frank Sinatra of salsa and leader of one of the great bands of his time, has moved to Florida, and the first thing he's done is record a classic salsa album that if all is well in the world, will give him a great career here for the rest of his natural life. Because there's nothing like his singing, his sense of swing, his rhythmic assuredness, his melodic invention; it's all so casual, laden with sensuality. The first track has Delgado singing with Victor Manuelle, and it's a track that could go on for twenty minutes, their trading is so inspired. Delgado and Sergio George produced the record, with help from Alain Pérez, the bassist and arranger who was so integral to the success of what's considered one of the great timba bands of all time, Delgado's band from '97. But this music isn't timba, it's salsa with great coros, perfect tempos, and a pile of great singing from Delgado; I'd argue that En Primera Plana is his best album yet. And there are guests, including Gonzalo Rubalcaba, Giovanni Hidalgo, the rapper Fragancia and Cachao. Luis Quintero handles much of the percussion, and Pérez plays the bass on most tracks; it's all touched by dance music perfection. Check out the breaks on "Sone/La Campana", with break after break, and thick, full coros rocking the place. Or the mambo on "Vengo Veneoso", which breaks into a rumba, Delgado's voice shifting subtly, moving into the environment of the rumba for a second or two. There's even a tres on a track or two (one track's a changui); on Paquito Va, the piece explodes in the glories of a huge coro and the same sized horn section, working over George's specialty the caballo rhythm. Delgado could have gone in 14 different directions for this new album. He easily could have made a pop album, or a folk-ish album for the Anglo NPR market, or pandered to the reggaeton market. Instead he's made a hard salsa album, an album for Latin audiences, one aimed at the radio, with an immense honesty, plus a bunch of dignity. And let me tell you, the proof of the music's power is simple: I reach for the music whenever I want to hear something. It's in the cd player all the time, all day and all night. Highly Recommended, a major work by a major figure. (Peter Watrous)
Original Price: 16.98
On Sale: 13.58


SONG TITLES:
1. La Mujer Que Más Te Duele (feat. Victor Manuelle) (4:38) 2. Medley (Necesito Una Amiga / Qué Te Pasa Loco / La Fórmula) (6:40) 3. Soñé / La Campaña (feat. Fragancia) (4:29) 4. Cemento, Ladrillo Y Arena (6:19) 5. Vengo Venenoso (4:31) 6. Paquito Va (4:02) 7. En Primera Plana (4:08) 8. De 2 A 3 (3:15) 9. Deja Esa Gente (4:04) 10. Como Se Toca, Se Baila (5:07)

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ISSAC DELGADO Y SU GRUPO
Prohibido
Universal/Pimienta
Originally released: 2005
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA CUBANA; CUBA
EditorsPick: Delgado's first album in three years; he claims in the liner notes he almost quit music totally. But he didn't, and on Prohibido he goes to the bassist who helped make his late '90s band such an innovative group, Alain Perez, to produce the bulk of the music. And he calls on the Venezuelan cousins, Roberto and Luis Quintero, veterans of so much New York salsa, to handle the percussion. And while there isn't any new breakthrough here, Alain has sped things up, making the music up-tempo salsa, pushing Issac to sing harder and faster, producing music that seems a bit more part of the mainstream of Latin dance music. As usual, Issac sings some ballads, and there's no one like him, working with a full, thick voice. Alain's arrangements at first seem made to fit a pattern; slowly his quirks show up, and the music takes on a richness that's hardly ever heard in salsa - check out the rhythm arrangement that starts the tune "Lo Malo Que Tiene La Habana." There are some covers, including Los Van Van's huge hit, "La Titimania," and everywhere is the hardcore swing that Delgado generates. Again, there's nothing like him, and Prohibido is as good as he's ever been in a studio, though I'd stretch out the tunes if I were running the show. He's a gift. Highly Recommended. (Peter Watrous)
Original Price: 16.98
On Sale: 13.58


SONG TITLES:
1. Cántame Como Ayer (4:17) 2. Prohibido (4:01) 3. Y Que Tu Quieres Que Haga (3:56) 4. El Macao (3:34) 5. Latitimanía (3:43) 6. Dime Cual Es (4:13) 7. Que Puede Yo (3:48) 8. Lo Malo Que Tiene La Habana (4:14) 9. Adan Y Eva (3:24) 10. Si Te Gusta Mi Compás (4:28) 11. Mimar Vocé (3:35)

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DESCEMER
Siete Rayo
Universal
Originally released: 2006
Category: POP/OTHER; POP LATIN; CUBA
EditorsPick: The latest entry into the modern Cuban pop/exile explosion. Descemer helped start Yerba Buena, and went on his own way, and the music is loaded with all sorts of stuff, arab lute playing over hip hop beats, coros, women singers, lots of studio technique. There's rock stuff mixed it, along with funny English sections, horn lines, acoustic guitars, samples of older Cuban music. Ska rhythms show up, pan Caribbean beats, and lots of intelligence. Fastchat rapping, in Spanish. For whatever reason, this record has pretty much disappeared from the market place. Pick it up now before it vanishes, it's the sound of the future, and a pretty great future it'll be. Highly Recommended. (Peter Watrous)
Original Price: 16.98
On Sale: 13.58


SONG TITLES:
1. Mueve (3:53) 2. El Carro (3:40) 3. Pa' Arriba (2:50) 4. Nada Mejor (3:37) 5. El Train (3:51) 6. La Lengua (4:06) 7. Se Feliz (3:25) 8. Cumbia Reggae (4:02) 9. Habana (3:09) 10. Vamo' A Celebrar (4:16) 11. La Bueno Na'Ma (3:32) 12. Cimarron (3:01) 13. Habana-Cuba Free Mix (3:29)

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MIKE DEVITO
Juego Peligroso
Universal/Pimienta
Originally released: 2005
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
EditorsPick: Damn, who would have known? Out of nowhere (well, Miami) comes Mike DeVito with a hard salsa release, slick (in a good sense), radio ready, well produced, well-played and well recorded. Devito, half-Italian and half-Cuban, has put together a program that swings deeply, maintains a commercial sound-the first tune, "Te Dare Te Dare" could be a Victor Manuelle tune, but better-and a coro that really shouts. He did the production, arrangements and almost everything else. There's so much energy on the release, even with in the commercial salsa confines, that you want to hear it over and over. Great for the dance floor, and djs. Highly Recommended. (Peter Watrous)
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Te Daré Te Daré 2. Yo Te Amaré 3. Tus Ojos 4. Lloverán Lágrimas 5. Juego Peligroso 6. Caricia Fugaz 7. Cómo Le Hablas A Un Ángel? 8. Temo 9. She's Dangerous

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DIMENSION LATINA
Al Paso
Latin World / Universal
Originally released: 2005
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA; VENEZUELA
Original Price: 16.98
On Sale: 13.58


SONG TITLES:
1. Al Paso - Canta: Miguel Araujo 2. La Comparsa - Canta: Miguel Araujo 3. Ocho Dias - Canta: Miguel Araujo 4. La Butifarra De Pacho - Canta: Miguel Araujo 5. Llorarás - Carlos Meneses 6. Golpe Con Golpe - Canta: Cheo Valenzuela 7. Traicionera - Canta: Cheo Valenzuela 8. La Venezolana - Canta: Cheo Valenzuela

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DON DINERO
Ahora Que Sí
Universal
Originally released: 2005
Category: POP/OTHER; HIP HOP; PUERTO RICO
EditorsPick: A new one from the rapper Don Dinero. Recorded here, but deeply Cuban in its references, the album does Latin hip-hop more than well. The production's been pushed up a notch, with good choruses, and a big range of textures and rhythms. Radio ready, even if it's not reggaetonŠ Recommended. (Peter Watrous)
Original Price: 16.98
On Sale: 13.58


SONG TITLES:
1. Intro 2. Ahora Que Si 3. De La Nada 4. Si No Hay P' Mi 5. Arte De La Calle 6. Isla Bonita 7. Nada Querda Igual 8. A Veces 9. Son De La Loma 10. Pastelito 11. Mr. Money 12. No Es Lo Mismo 13. Libertad 14. Nada Mas 15. Cuantas Veces 16. Outro 17. Bonus: El Zol Skit

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DON DINERO
Cuban Connection: Que Bola!
Universal/Revolu
Originally released: 2003
Category: POP/OTHER; HIP HOP
EditorsPick: Excellent Latin hip hip, Cubano style. Features D'Mingo on four tracks. Good for the clubs, especially "Don Dinero," a track I am hearing a lot on New York radio. Recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 15.98
On Sale: 12.78


SONG TITLES:
1. (intro Skit) (1:00) 2. Don Dinero (featuring D'Mingo) (3:40) 3. Mi Gente (3:55) 4. Ahi Pari (3:27) 5. Pana Pana (featuring D'Mingo) (3:26) 6. Yo No Se (4:22) 7. Que Te Pasa (2:29) 8. (Love Skit) (1:00) 9. Desahogo Del Alma (featuring D'Mingo And Assesino) (4:32) 10. Que Bola (3:32) 11. Esperate (3:29) 12. Que Rico Es Vivir (featuring Venessa Malino) (3:29) 13. Quien Fue? (featuring D'Mingo) (2:45) 14. Where You At? (featuring Pitbull And Vanessa) (3:38) 15. Conmigo No Se Juega (4:10) 16. Esto Yo Lo Hago (3:47) 17. Where You At (remix) (3:10) 18. (outro Skit) (1:00)

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DON DINERO
Don Dinero And The Revolu All Stars
Universal
Originally released: 2003
Category: POP/OTHER; HIP HOP
EditorsPick: Good reggatón Latin hip hop by one of the more popular artists of the moment. With special guests D'Mingo, Vice Verse, Kenji, and Candela. Fine club material with deep grooves. Recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 16.98
On Sale: 13.58


SONG TITLES:
1. Pana Pana (3:27) 2. Cuantas Veces (3:58) 3. Vuelta A La Manzana (4:04) 4. Tenemos El Juego Lockeao (3:50) 5. Mami Ven Aqui (4:14) 6. Tu No Me Conoces (3:26) 7. Baile Privado (4:32) 8. Fiesta Donde Quiera (3:49) 9. Quiero U Na Mami (3:32) 10. Imaginate (3:49) 11. Mi Amiga Fiel (4:03) 12. Getting Paper By The Load (3:31)

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DON DINERO
Su Vida Y La Calle - DVD
Universal
Category: DVD; HIP HOP
Original Price: 24.98
On Sale: 19.98


Approx. Running Time: 2 hours. Also includes behind the scenes original footage.
SONG TITLES:
1. Desaogo Del Alma/Don Dinero Feat. D'Mingo 2. Pana Pana/Don Dinero Feat. D'Mingo 3. Yo No Se/Don Dinero 4. Don Dinero's Life Documentary

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DON DINERO
The Best Of Don Dinero: Remixes CD & Bonus DVD
Universal/Lideres
Originally released: 2004
Category: DVD; REGGAETON
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


SONG TITLES:
1. CD: Intro Skit (2:10) 2. Que Rico Es Vivir (3:28) 3. Que Bola (3:32) 4. Pana Pana Remix (4:26) 5. Hay Party (3:23) 6. I Don't Wanna Be A Star (4:28) 7. Yo No Se? (4:21) 8. Where You At? (3:37) 9. Outro Skit (2:44) 10. DVD: Pana Pana 11. Desahogo Del Alma 12. Yo No Se 13. Ilegales (featuring Don Dinero (Yo No Se) 14. Pilar Montenegro (featuring Don Dinero (Tomalo Suave)

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DJ NELSON
Flow La Discoteka
Universal
Originally released: 2004
Category: POP/OTHER; REGGAETON
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Chochiniar - Cochinola 2. Tu No Tienes Miedo - Daddy Yankee 3. Yo Voy A Llegar - Zion And Lennox 4. Que No Pare El Baioteo - OG Black & Master Joe 5. Divino: Esta Noche De Travesura - Hector El Bambino 6. Instrumental Mix - Hay Alo En Tra 7. Vente Vamos A Bella - Las Guanabanas 8. Que Es Lo Que Quiere? - Tempo 9. No Me Compares - Zion & Lennox 10. Nos Fuimos Hasta Abajo - Daddy Yankee 11. Ella Es De La Calle - Joan & O'Neill 12. Perreando Mix 13. Hace Tiempo - Wibal & Alex 14. El Ameriano Loco Mix 15. Hasta Que Amanezca - Chanteli 16. Mami Tu Quiere - Andy Boy 17. Aqui Llego La Que Le Mete Flow - K-Mil 18. Muevelo Mix 19. Cuando Mi Perra - Ivy Yqueen 20. Yo Voy A Llegar - Zion & Lennox 21. Noche - Micky & Tomm 22. El Americano Live/Interlude 23. Tengo Un Problema - El Calvo 24. Estamos En Bajo - Nano MC 25. Y Escapate - Aldo & Nandi

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ECOS DE SIBONEY
Saludo Compay
Universal/Pimienta
Originally released: 2003
Category: SALSA/SON; SON, GUARACHA, GUAJIRA; CUBA
EditorsPick: This beautiful son recording is done in the classic traditional style. The band-members are the grandchildren of Compay Segundo, who has taught them the details and subtleties of this undying form. This project is a tribute to Mr. Segundo (Maximo Repilado Muñoz), and was produced by Juan Pablo Torres. This tres and guitar based repertoire swings, and on tracks like ""La Cafetera De Lola" and "Ahora Me Da Pena," it also sizzles. There are sections here that are sure to leave you, just slightly, intoxicated. Highly recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Habla Compay Segundo 2. Tengo Un Son 3. Con Una Mirada 4. Mujeres De Mayari 5. El Aguador 6. La Cafetera De Lola 7. Cuentame 8. Ahora Me Da Pena 9. De Cuba Traigo 10. Ternura Y Amor 11. Que Me Toco! 12. El Pellisquito 13. Saludo Compay

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CANDIDO FABRÉ
The Best Of Candido Fabre
Universal/Pimienta
Originally released: 2005
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA CUBANA; CUBA
Original Price: 16.98
On Sale: 13.58


SONG TITLES:
1. Cuando Llegue Fabré 2. No Te Mueras Sonero 3. El Cinturon Del Taxi 4. Recibeme Con Tu Abrazo 5. Original Soy Yo 6. La Habana Quiere Guarachar Contigo 7. Agarrame Por La Cintura 8. La Lizeta 9. La Nueva Fuerza 10. Bailando Con Otro 11. Al Ritmo De La Banda 12. Exitos De Fabré

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LOS FAKIRES
Los Fakires
Universal (original import)
Originally released: 2000
Category: SALSA/SON; SON, GUARACHA, GUAJIRA; CUBA
EditorsPick: If you pare away all of the extraneous parts of some of today's over-produced "All Star" son bands down to the essential elements of son Cubano, you are left with Los Fakires. This small conjunto sweetly and genuinely interprets some of the classics of the genre. (BP)
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Suavecito (4:05) 2. Mata Siguaraya (4:06) 3. Fuerza De Voluntad (5:05) 4. Dulce Desengaño (5:00) 5. El Cafetal (4:39) 6. Pico Y Pala (3:34) 7. A Mi Manera (3:17) 8. La Timba (3:45) 9. Chan Chan (4:59) 10. Mira El Bodeguero (5:40) 11. El Reloj De Pastora (4:26) 12. Cualquiera Resbala Y Cae (4:39) 13. El Bobo De La Yuca (3:49) 14. Guitarra, Tabaco, Y Ron (5:25)

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VARIOUS ARTISTS
Fania: Soneros De Siempre
Universal/Vene Music
Originally released: 2006
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA: CLASSIC 1960s or 1970s NEW YORK
EditorsPick: Excellent compilation of classic Fania tracks featuring the cream of their stable of singers: Celia Cruz, Pete Rodriguez, Adalberto Santiago, Hector Lavoe, Johnny Pacheco, Cheo Feliciano, Justo Betancourt, Ruben Blades and others. Some of the featured tracks are "Quitate Tú ," "Así Se Compne Un Son," "Anacaona," "Quimbara," "Aguzate," "Soy Boricua," "Periódico De Ayer" and more. (BP)
Original Price: 14.98
On Sale: 11.98


SONG TITLES:
1. Quitate Tú - Pete Rodriguez/Adalberto Santiago/Hector Lavoe/Johnny Pacheco 2. Mi Negrita Me Espera - Ismael Rivera 3. Así Se Compne Un Son - Ismael Rivera 4. Quimbara - Celica Cruz/Johnny Pacheco 5. Anacaona - Cheo Feliciano 6. Aguzate - Bobby Cruz/Richie Ray 7. El Que Se Fué - Roberto Roena/Sammy Gonzalez 8. Soy Boricua - Marvin Santiago/Bobby Valentin 9. Periódico De Ayer - Hector Lavoe 10. Pa' Bravo Yo 0 - Justo Betancourt 11. Sin Tu Cariño - Ruben Blades Con Fania All Stars

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VARIOUS ARTISTS
Old School Salsa Classics - 4 CD Set
Universal
Originally released: 2005
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
EditorsPick: Great big salsa compilation (4 discs) featuring a lot of 1990s RMM and Rodven artists and titles. Some of the names of note here are Willie Rosario, Héctor Tricoche, José Alberto "El Canario," David Pabón, Frankie Ruiz, Marc Anthony, India, Domingo Quiñones, Ray De La Paz, Oscar D'Leon, Tito Nieves and many, many others. A *lot* of good material here. Recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 34.98
On Sale: 27.98


SONG TITLES:
1. Atizame El Fogón - Willie Rosario / Payaso - Andy Montañez / Sennor Sereno / Ismael Miranda 2. Una Canita Al Aire - Orq. La Solución / Como El Morivivi - Raphy Leavitt / Fuego A La Jicotea - Marvin Santiago 3. Lobo Domesticado - Tommy Olivencia / Tu Con El - Frankie Ruiz / 25 Rosas - Paquito Guzman 4. Macho Perez - Hector Tricoche / Maria Teresa Y Danilo - Hansel Y Raul/ Ran Kan Kan - Tito Puente 5. La Paella - Jose Alberto "El Canario" / Lloraras (Live) - Oscar D'Leon / Todo Tiene Su Final - Cheo Feliciano 6. La Cura - Frankie Ruiz / Lluvia - Eddie Santiago / Ven Devorame Otra Vez - Lalo Rodriguez 7. La Rueda - Orq. La Solución / Aquel Viejo Motel - David Pabon / Cinco Noches - Paquito Guzman 8. Hasta El Sol De Hoy - Edgar Joel / Casi Te Envidio - Andy Montañez / Vasos En Colores - Marvin Santiago 9. La Mitad - Willie Rosario / A La Sombra Del Flamboyan - Raphy Leavitt / A Corazon Abierto - Hector Tricoche 10. Se Muere Por Mi La Niña - Willy Chirino / Todo El Mundo Con La Lengua Afuera - Hansel Y Raul 11. Sonambulo - Tito Nieves / Hoy Quiero Confesar - Jose Alberto "El Canario / Esa Mujer - Tony Vega 12. Preparate Bailador - Ray De La Paz / La Carta - Oscar D'Leon / Si Te Hubiera Conocido Ayer - Domingo Quinones 13. Esa Chica Es Mia - Johnny Rivera / Torero - Orq. Guayacan / Un Poquito Mas - Ray Sepulveda 14. El #100 - Tito Puente / Ese Hombre - India/ Experto En Ti - Cheo Feliciano 15. Corazón Partido - Miles Peña / Bailando - Frankie Ruiz / Vivir Lo Nuestro - India (w/Marc Anthony) 16. Mi Libertad - Frankie Ruiz / El Amor Mas Bonito - Tito Nieves / Mis Amores - Jose Alberto "El Canario" 17. Hay Que Trabajar - Tito Puente W/Oscar D'Leon / Yo Me Quedo - Tony Vega/ Me Voy Pa'Cali - Oscar DLeon 18. Escalofrio - Domingo Quiñones / Soy La Voz - Van Lester / Amame - Ray Sepulveda 19. Necesito Un Amiga - Johnny Rivera / I'll Always Love You - Tito Nieves / Mi Gente (Live) - Domingo Quiñones

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FARÁNDULA SANTIAGUERA
Cuba De Noche
Universal/Pimienta
Originally released: 2006
Category: SALSA/SON; SON, GUARACHA, GUAJIRA; CUBA
EditorsPick: Another fine Cuban son-salsa record fro Pimienta. Slim liners don't say who's on it, but it's chock with churning, grinding son classic covers like "La Negra Tomasa," "Chan Chan," "La Múcura," and "Havana Club." It totally tres framed Buena Vista repertoire, and sounds gooood. Turn the lights down, turn the volume up and fill up a rum and coke. Recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 16.98
On Sale: 13.58


SONG TITLES:
1. La Negra Tomasa (Bilongo) 2. Chan Chan 3. El Cangrejo Alejo 4. De Camino A La Vereda 5. Guajira Guantanamera 6. Che Che Cole 7. Son De La Loma 8. El Trago 9. Hasta Siempre 10. La Mucura 11. La Borrachera 12. El Cuarto De Tulo 13. El Tren (Pico Y Pala) 14. Mientes 15. Havana Club

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ALFREDO DE LA FÉ
Latitudes
Universal
Originally released: 2000
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
EditorsPick: Back in stock! With its unencumbered feel (even a bit of Brazilian flaver is added to the mix) this highly anticipated new release by De La Fé will not disappoint. De La Fé, a veteran in the salsa and charanga scene since the sixties, has an ecclectic approach that allows him the freedom to experiment with the essential Afro-Cuban building blocks. His mastery of the violin is evident, but the unusual twists and turns it takes never ceases to surprise. He also plays violas, cellos, congo vocals, piano, and accordian on this record. (BP)
Original Price: 16.98
On Sale: 13.58


SONG TITLES:
1. Latin New York (Salsa) (6:23) 2. Asomate A La Ventana (Son Montuno) (4:37) 3. Xiomara (Salsa) (4:45) 4. Somos El Nuevo Milenio (Montuno) (6:02) 5. Sandra Mora (Salsa/Rap) (4:45) 6. Hilda (Danzon) (4:55) 7. Descarga Melao (Descarga) (4:24) 8. Que Manera (Salsa) (4:38) 9. Ge Gé (Bailalo Si Puedes) (Latin Jazz) (5:00) 10. Muñeca (Salsa) (4:40) 11. Batusalsa (Afro Cuban Samba) (4:38)

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CHEO FELICIANO
Las 32 Mas Grandes De Cheo Feliciano - 2 CD Set
Lideres/Universal
Originally released: 2002
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
Original Price: 24.98
On Sale: 19.98


SONG TITLES:
1. Cantando / Experto En Ti 2. Recordando A Louie (con Ray De La Paz) / Yo Soy Un Angel 3. Me Fascina Esa Mujer / Cuantas Cosas 4. Ismael Rivera - Medley / Si Me Dejaras Amarte 5. Comericante Del Amor / Si Me Llegas Amar 6. Que Si Cantaban Bien / Regalame Tus Manos 7. Lindo Yambu / Camionero 8. Yesterday / Bailando Plena/Karakatis-Ki/AloQuien Llama - Medley 9. Coincidencia / Un Solo Beso 10. Una En Un Millon / Mi Problema 11. Contigo Aprendi / Hasta Que Te Encontre 12. Quedate Este Bolero / Mientras Existas Tu 13. Tal Vez Por Nada / Half Crazy 14. Ten Van A Decir / Como Puede Ser 15. No Te Perdono / Hacerte Venir 16. Por Fin Mañera / Todo Tiene Su Final

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CHEO FELICIANO
Pura Salsa: A Ritmo De Cheo Feliciano
Universal/RMM
Originally released: 2006
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
EditorsPick: Part of a fine series of 20 different CDs that highlight the hits of legendary salsa singers and bandleaders. Purchase this one alone, or purchase the entire set of 20 CDs at a discount HERE! (BP)
Original Price: 12.98
On Sale: 10.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Cuantos Cosas 2. Experto En Ti 3. Desesperado 4. Si Me Llegas Amar 5. Cantando 6. Ahora 7. Viaje Final 8. Me Fascina Esa Mujer 9. Yo Soy Un Angel 10. Regalame Tus Manos 11. Siempre Fue Lo Mismo 12. Mentira 13. Lindo Yambu 14. Comerciante Del Amor

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JOSÉ FELICIANO
Ayer, Hoy Y Siempre DVD & CD Package
Universal
Originally released: 2002
Category: DVD; POP LATIN
Original Price: 24.98
On Sale: 19.98


Also included: Celia Cruz; "Que le den Candela" Bonus video, slide show, photo gallery and previews. Also includes free 18 track CD with "Samba Pa'Ti," a duet with Santana -- first time on a CD!
SONG TITLES:
1. Light My Fire 2. Paso La Vida Pensando 3. Volvere Alguna Vez 4. La Balada Del Pianista 5. Start Me Up 6. Twist And Shout 7. Samba Pa' Ti 8. Ay Cariño 9. Que Sera 10. Me Enamore (video Clip) 11. Quiero Estar A Tu Lado (video Clip)

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JOSÉ FELICIANO
Señor Bolero 2
Universal
Originally released: 2003
Category: BOLERO; BOLERO / BALADA
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Lo Que Yo Tuve Contigo 2. Otra Igual Que Tu 3. Ropa Vieja 4. No Digas Nada 5. Y Que Creias 6. Sentimientos 7. Cuanto Rollo 8. Corazon De Hotel 9. Te Propongo Volver 10. Para Que Volver 11. Eres Para Mi 12. Un Ciego No Vive En La Oscuridad

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JOSÉ FELICIANO
Siempre Boleros
Universal/Vene Music
Originally released: 2007
Category: BOLERO; BOLERO / BALADA
EditorsPick: Fine compilation of boleros by the popular singer and composer. Recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 15.98
On Sale: 12.78


SONG TITLES:
1. Como Fué (4:01) 2. Me Has Echado Al Olvido (4:01) 3. Que Tristeza (3:28) 4. Tú Me Acostumbraste (4:37) 5. Lo Que Yo Tuve Contigo (3:55) 6. Cuando Te Toque Llorar (3:46) 7. Otra Igual Que Tú (3:18) 8. Cóncavo Y Convexo (4:28) 9. Cuanto Rollo (3:10) 10. Rayito De Luna (2:53) 11. Sentimientos (3:48) 12. Nuestro Amor (3:44) 13. Ropa Vieja (3:56) 14. No Digas Nada (3:56) 15. Señor Bolero (3:45) 16. Por Mujeres Como Tú (4:26) 17. No Me Queda Más (3:17)

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FRANK EMILIO FLYNN
Musica Original De Cuba
Universal/Empire
Originally released: 2006
Category: DANCE TRADITIONS; DANZAS; CUBA
EditorsPick: For those of you in love with Bebo Valdez, here's a treat: Frank Emilio Flynn, one of the Cuba's greatest pianists, recorded 16 tracks in 1959, meant to be a history of Cuban music. It's stately, and graceful, with pieces by Cervantes, Romeu, Urife, O'Farrill and others. Most of it is solo; seven tracks have him playing with the accompaniment of a guiro. It's pretty amazing stuff, a musicologist's dream, and a boon for the fan of Flynn, and the entire Cuban piano tradition. A gem, and not a small one either, and a reminder of a kinder, gentler past. Highly Recommended. (Peter Watrous)
Original Price: 15.98
On Sale: 12.78


SONG TITLES:
1. Anita 2. Ulltimo Recuerdo 3. Santa Tae 4. El Cañon 5. Daza No. 1 Mi Menor 6. Los Tres Golpes 7. Siempre Si 8. Danza Para Piano 9. Tres Lindas Cubanas 10. El Bombin De Barreto 11. Virgen De Regla 12. Los Chinos 13. Ay, Terina 14. La Belleza 15. Los Somatenes

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ARAMIS GALINDO
Tiempos Que Cambian
Universal/Pimienta
Originally released: 2005
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA CUBANA; CUBA
EditorsPick: Like a bull with his tail on fire, Aramis Galindo's high octane brand of timba Cubana bolts straight out of the stereo to fill the room with an electric rhythmic energy that doesn't quit. This guy can sure belt it out. Supported by an absolutely killer metal section and crackerjack coro singers, Mr. Galindo is an easily identifiable top-pick. His voice sure ain't pretty, but he knows how to get the job done. This is the stuff of frenetic red-hot timba Cubana (plus there's one cumbia, "Me Voy Pa' Beté," that rocks hard too) and, after four years, the world is just about ready for a new Aramis Galindo release. Highly Recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Pasen Señores, Pasen (4:27) 2. El Susodicho (5:48) 3. Divina Silvia (4:43) 4. Me Voy Pa' Beté (5:08) 5. Guaguancó, Tiempos Que Cambien (4:31) 6. Qué Sabrás Del Amor (4:50) 7. Serenata (2:51) 8. Buenos Días América (5:00) 9. Acerca Del Oído (3:14) 10. Te Invito A Cometer Una Locura (5:59) 11. Mala Cabeza (4:06) 12. El Belekumbé (7:24) 13. Lo Que Tú Esperabas (Repris) (1:12)

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JAVIER GARCÍA
13
Universal/Surco
Originally released: 2005
Category: POP/OTHER; POP LATIN
EditorsPick: This fresh pop pan-Caribbean Latin dance release by vocalist/guitarist Javier Garcia has elements of Cuban son, rock, and Jamaican reggae and ska. Heavy rhythmic dance structures are here layered with horns, electric guitars, hip-hop phrasing - it's a bilingual salsa fusion that points to the future of Latin music. Of Cuban-Irish blood, Miami-based Garcia co-wrote most of the material on 13 (there are 13 tracks), sings and plays guitar as well. And he's on to something. With the world getting smaller every day his culturally mixed hard driving dance tracks - replete with infectious hooks - talk to a pretty large group of people. It's a big party. Check it out... Highly Recommended. (BP)
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Bajo Y Piano (3:36) 2. La Rumba (3:45) 3. Me Gustaría (3:08) 4. Como Bailan (3:49) 5. La Música De Ayer (3:12) 6. He Venido (3:39) 7. Dinamita (3:45) 8. Algo Especial (3:34) 9. Llegó Chango (4:09) 10. (3:14) 11. Secuencia (4:11) 12. Me Vuelve Loco (4:18) 13. Sol (3:52)

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EL GENERAL
El General Is Back
Lideres/Universal
Originally released: 2001
Category: POP/OTHER; RAP/REGGAE
Original Price: 15.98
On Sale: 12.78


SONG TITLES:
1. Bon Bon (3:39) 2. Culebrita (4:00) 3. Juana (4:14) 4. Marinero (4:11) 5. Que Pasa (3:38) 6. Traiclonera (3:40) 7. Niña Mujer (3:20) 8. Madres Lloran (3:17) 9. Ritmo Pana (4:16) 10. Celebremos (4:34) 11. Get Down (3:52) 12. El Bomper (3:53)

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BLANCA ROSA GIL
No Soy Tu Esclava
Universal/Protel
Originally released: 1974
Reissued: 2006
Category: BOLERO; BOLERO / BALADA
Original Price: 13.98
On Sale: 11.18


SONG TITLES:
1. Camas Gemelas 2. Habiendo Tanta Gente En El Mundo 3. Hacia Adelante 4. No Me Llames Extranjera 5. Punto Final 6. Por Nuestro Amor 7. Acostumbrate A Pensar 8. Pajaro Herido 9. Murmuraron 10. No Te Detengas Corazon 11. Fue Por Mi Bien 12. No Soy Tu Esclava

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RUBÉN GONZÁLEZ JR.
Mulatas Magicas
Universal/Pimienta
Originally released: 2003
Category: SALSA/SON; SON, GUARACHA, GUAJIRA; CUBA
EditorsPick: It takes about two seconds to hear the glorious groove of the first track, with Gonzalez's piano figure setting a tempo that just feels great. The mulatas magicas on coro speak up, as do horns, and then Gonzalez's piano solo and everything melts into place. Gonzalez's father is Ruben Sr. of Buena Vista fame, and he's been hiding out in Mexico, working as a studio musician. He should make more records: he brings a danzon formality to some of the music and his choice of tempos (slow, slower) is almost archaic, and refreshing. This isn't ordinary music by any means, and when he delves into dance music it's always precise and thoughtful. El Nene shows up to sing El Guyaberas' "Marieta"; Pio Leiva sings one tune, and three sisters, the Chiki Chaka Girls contribute coros. Highly Recommended. (Peter Watrous)
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


One would think that being the son of revered master pianist and Buena Vista Social Club superstar Rubén Gonzalez would have its rewards. It does. Learning piano by proximity may be one reward, and access to some of the best Cuban musicians and singers is most certainly another. Rubén Gonzalez Jr.'s debut project, "Mulatas Magicas," is part brainchild of visionary trombonist and producer Juan Pablo Torres. A truly modern record deeply rooted in the traditions of Cuban dance music, "Mulatas Magicas" sparkles in a ways similar to the acclaimed "Cachaito" recording from Orlando "Cachaito" López a few years back -- with an ample helping of funk and deep, deep grooves from start to finish. With the help of the Chiki Chaka Girls, spirited young sister vocalists Arlenys, Maria and Annalays (nieces of Los Van Van vocalist Mayito Rivera) as well as the explosive "El Nene" Pedro Lugo Martinez this one, folks, rocks. And with Maria Elena Lazo and Pio Leiva each contributing a song -- like icing on the cake -- one can't help but listen in wonder and delight. All compositions by Elsa Torres and arranged by Juan Pablo Torres, except for "Marieta," composed by Francisco Oramo "El Guayabero" (and sung with verve by El Nene). When I listen to this I am reminded why I am in this business. A masterpiece. Very Highly Recommended. (BP 11/06/03)
SONG TITLES:
1. Sabore4ando (4:32) 2. Cabildo (5:15) 3. Campestre (4:23) 4. Para Papa (3:46) 5. Dulce Coco (3:53) 6. Coral (5:33) 7. Pianismo (4:09) 8. Rico Tumbao (4:40) 9. Marieta (4:05) 10. Vamos Pa'l Guateque (4:45) 11. Pio Pio Pa (3:49)

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JERRY GONZALEZ
Music For Big Band - Arranged And Conducted By Miguel Blanco
Universal Spain (original import)
Originally released: 2006
Category: LATIN JAZZ; LATIN JAZZ
EditorsPick: Gonzalez can't seem to walk more than a step or two without creating drama. The trumpeter's put together a Spanish big band - featuring some fantastic Spanish musicians, including Gorka Benitez and Perico Sambeat on saxophones - and they work through pieces by Wayne Shorter and Charles Mingus and Larry Willis along with Miguel Blanco, who wrote the modern, Gil Evans-ish arrangements. It's often beautiful music, moody - the second track "El Vito en El Congo" opens with percussion and bird sounds. And the playing, all floating over an electric bass, and loaded with percussion and horn snorts, is uniformly excellent. He and his orchestra take on Mingus, giving "Goodbye Porkpie Hat" a bunch of percussion and clave. Gonzalez, his horn muted or open, sounds, well, dramatic. It's the next installment in a run of recordings that are placing him apart from his generation. Highly Recommended. (Peter Watrous)
Original Price: 24.98
On Sale: 19.98


SONG TITLES:
1. Fall (9:33) 2. El Vito En El Congo (6:53) 3. Goodbye Porkpie Hat (6:19) 4. Nightfall (7:53) 5. Grana (9:45) 6. Duende Y Aché (2:12) 7. Rumba Pa' Kenny (5:11)

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NELSON GONZALEZ
Nelson Gonzalez And His Band
Universal/TTH/Pimienta
Originally released: 1977
Reissued: 2006
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
EditorsPick: From 1977, just reissued to CD! (BP)
Original Price: 12.98
On Sale: 10.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Toitico 2. Distancia 3. Viandas 4. Mary-Juana 5. Y Soy Feliz 6. Sabrocito Bongo 7. Tijerita 8. Nadie

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RUBÉN GONZÁLEZ
Best Of Buena Vista - Original Versions
Universal/Vene Music
Originally released: 2006
Category: SALSA/SON; SON, GUARACHA, GUAJIRA; CUBA
EditorsPick: Good compilation of material by one of the Buena Vista Social Club masters. (BP)
Original Price: 15.98
On Sale: 12.78


SONG TITLES:
1. Santa Isabel De Las Lajas, Loco De Amor, Convergencia 2. La Gloria Eres Tu 3. Noneto 4. Yo Sabia Que Un Dia 5. Climax 6. Serenata Para Los Monos 7. Tu Razon Y Mi Razon 8. Date Una Vueltecita 9. Soplete 10. Olga La Tamalera 11. Sentimiento 12. En Tiempo De Tomate

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GRUPOMANÍA
Grupomania 2050
Universal
Originally released: 2001
Category: MERENGUE/BACHATA; MERENGUE
Original Price: 15.98
On Sale: 12.78


SONG TITLES:
1. Caracolito 2. Dame Una Razon 3. Sacala A Bailar 4. Como Mueve La Cinturita 5. Celos Me Provoca 6. De Niña A Mujer 7. Imaginate 8. Me Apareces Tu 9. Usted De Mi Se Rio 10. Vivir Soñando 11. Asi Como Bailas 12. Dame Una Razon (R&B Version)

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GRUPOMANÍA
Latino
Universal
Originally released: 2002
Category: MERENGUE/BACHATA; MERENGUE
Original Price: 16.98
On Sale: 13.58


SONG TITLES:
1. Un Beso (4:14) 2. Tu Mania Y La Mia (3:54) 3. Quisiera Poder Olvidarme De Ti (4:51) 4. Seria Demasiado Pedir (4:10) 5. Caminare Por El Mundo (reggae) (3:04) 6. Niña (4:12) 7. Amor Latino (3:37) 8. Son Problemas De La Vida (4:40) 9. Lo Que Has Hecho De Mi (4:11) 10. Cuenta 1,2, y 3 (4:31)

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GUACO
La Historia 1980-2000, Los Mejores Éxitos De Los Ultimos 20 Años
Latin World / Universal
Originally released: 2004
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA INTERNATIONAL; VENEZUELA
EditorsPick: Wow, these guys are good, and have been for a long time; sit back and take a ride on the groove. The Venezuelan band has been working in a quasi-timba style since before timba was invented, rocking the salsa, and rocking it hard. The band mixes rhythms, and styles and it comes out sounding modern and fresh. If this compilation doesn't convince people that it's one of the best groups in latin music, nothing will. Great singing, smart harmonies and a desire to move the dance floor: listen to the break into the montuno on "La Culpable" to hear the power of a drum kit and electric bass. This is a band that puts its sights on being great, and comes pretty damn close. Highly recommended. (Peter Watrous)
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Billetero 2. Pastelero 3. Cepillao 4. Sentimiento Nacional 5. Castigala 6. Como Es Tan Bella 7. No La Juzgue 8. Que Cobardia 9. Deshonestidad 10. La Turbulencia 11. Medio Loco 12. La Culpable 13. Bailaora 14. Como Camina 15. Mami's Boogaloo 16. Si Mis Paredes Hablaran

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GUARARE
Guarare
Universal/TTH/Pimienta
Originally released: 1977
Reissued: 2006
Category: SALSA/SON; SALSA
EditorsPick: Classic salsa from 1977, just reissued on CD! (BP)
Original Price: 12.98
On Sale: 10.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Las Latinas 2. Juliana 3. Realidad Y Sinceridad 4. Quisiera 5. Iguales 6. Traviesos 7. My Beautiful Bembe 8. Jeva De La Java

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JUAN LUIS GUERRA Y 4:40
Grandes Exitos De Juan Luis Guerra Y 4:40
Universal/Karen
Originally released: 1995
Category: MERENGUE/BACHATA; MERENGUE
Original Price: 15.98
On Sale: 12.78


SONG TITLES:
1. El Costo De La Vida 2. Rosalia 3. Si Tu Te Vas 4. Visa Para Un Sueño 5. Burbujas De Amor 6. Ojalá Que Llueva Café 7. Me Enamoro De Ella 8. Frio Frio 9. Como Abeja Al Panal 10. A Pedir Su Mano 11. La Bilirrubina 12. Carta De Amor 13. Bachata Rosa 14. Guayaberry 15. La Cosquillita 16. Bonus Track: Señorita

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JUAN LUIS GUERRA Y 4:40
Grandes Exitos En Video - DVD
Universal/Karen
Category: MERENGUE/BACHATA; BACHATA; DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
Original Price: 24.98
On Sale: 19.98


SONG TITLES:
1. El Niagara En Bicicleta 2. Burbujas De Amor 3. El Costo De La Vida 4. Vivire 5. Ojala Que Llueva Cafe (En Vivo) 6. La Hormiguita 7. Coronita De Flores 8. La Cosquillita 9. Palomita Blanca 10. A Pedir Su Mano 11. Estrellitas Y Duendes 12. Quisiera 13. Bonus Videos: La Bilirrubina (En Vivo) 14. Amapola (En Vivo) 15. Viva Para Un Sueno (En Vivo)

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JUAN LUIS GUERRA Y 4:40
Para Ti
Universal/Vene Music
Originally released: 2004
Category: MERENGUE/BACHATA; BACHATA
Original Price: 17.98
On Sale: 14.38


SONG TITLES:
1. Soldado 2. Eres 3. Los Dinteles 4. Gloria 5. Mi Padre Me Ama 6. Las Avispas 7. Tan Solo He Venido 8. Para Ti 9. Extiende Tu Mano 10. Aleluya 11. Cancion De Sandidad

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