Various Artists – Alegre Records: The Latin Sound of New York (1961-1975)
Alegre Records: The Latin Sound of New York (1961-1975) celebrates the pioneering New York label that helped shape the sound of Latin music.
Spanning 1961 to 1975, this 12-track collection brings together recordings by Johnny Pacheco, Charlie Palmieri, Eddie Palmieri, Angel Canales, Louie Ramirez, Ricardo Ray, Pete Rodríguez, the Alegre All Stars, Orlando Marín, Roberto Roena and Mon Rivera. The selection captures the energy and range of Alegre's catalogue across salsa, boogaloo and Latin dance music.
This limited edition vinyl release includes new liner notes in English and Spanish by producer, composer and industry veteran Bobby Marín.
Side A
1. Johnny Pacheco - El Güiro de Macorina
2. Charlie Palmieri - La hija de Lola
3. Eddie Palmieri y Su Conjunto La Perfecta - Lázaro y su micrófono
4. Angel Canales - Lejos de tí
5. Louie Ramirez - El Títere
6. Ricardo Ray - Lookie Lookie
Side B
1. Pete Rodríguez - I Like It Like That
2. Alegre All Stars - Se acabo lo que se daba
3. Orlando Marín & His Orchestra - La casa
4. Alegre All Stars - Tema Alegre
5. Roberto Roena y Sus Megatones - Take Five
6. Mon Rivera - Monina
