Description
The album "Fania Records: The Latin Sound of New York Singles Collection (1964-1978)" is a two-disc LP set featuring sixteen major salsa/Latin soul classics from the key artists who made the label famous. The release is part of the label's 60th anniversary celebrations in 2024.
The album features some of Fania's most prominent artists, including Willie Colón, Héctor Lavoe, Rubén Blades, Johnny Pacheco, Ray Barretto, Celia Cruz, Fania All Stars, Joe Bataan, Eddie Palmieri, Pete Rodriguez, and Ismael Rivera. This special compilation includes archival footage and liner notes in English and Spanish by music historian, author, artist, and activist Aurora Flores. Fania Records has been one of the world's most important Latin labels musically and culturally since the 1960s, and has been a pioneer in developing and spreading the sound of salsa music from New York City throughout the world.
Tracklist
Various Artists
| # | Artist | Title |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pete Rodriguez | I Like It (I Like It Like That) |
| 2 | Eddie Palmieri, Ismael Quintana | Cafe |
| 3 | Joe Bataan | Gypsy Woman |
| 4 | Ray Barretto | Acid |
| # | Artist | Title |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hector Lavoe | My Gentleman |
| 2 | Ricardo "Richie" Ray, Bobby Cruz | Agúzate |
| 3 | Cheo Feliciano | Anacaona |
| 4 | Johnny Pacheco, Celia Cruz | Quimbara |
Various Artists
| # | Artist | Title |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ismael Rivera | Las Caras Lindas |
| 2 | Willie Colón, Héctor Lavoe | Che Che Colé |
| 3 | Hector Lavoe | The Cantante |
| 4 | Ray Barretto | Indestructible |
| 5 | Joe Cuba Sextet | The Ratón |
| # | Artist | Title |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fania All Stars | Estrellas de Fania |
| 2 | Willie Colón, Héctor Lavoe | La Murga |
| 3 | Willie Colón, Ruben Blades | Pedro Navaja |
Contents
- 2 LP
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Product details
| Product name | Fania Records: The Latin Sound of New York Singles Collection (1964-1978) (2LP) |
|---|---|
| Album | Fania Records: The Latin Sound of New York Singles Collection (1964-1978) |
| Categories | |
| Vinyl | 140g Black Vinyl |
| Edition | 2LP · 140g Black Vinyl |
| Release date | Friday 14 February 2025 |
| EAN | 0888072640627 |
| Market operator | View market operator |
