Tax rate EU

Default:19

Supplier EU

Bertus Musikvertrieb

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Discogs ID

Limited edition

Colour

Format Music EU

Extended format

Extended format: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

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Download code: No

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Release date

2024-01-26

Format multiplier

Catalogue number

MRBCD287

UPC / Barcode

7119691292823

Black

MRBLP287

7119691292717

Black LP

Artist

Grupo Irakere

Label EU

Mr Bongo

Genre EU

Jazz

Mr Bongo is a British label that was founded in 1989. Originally located in a small record shop of the same name, it later moved to various locations in Soho and Shibuya, Japan. In 1999, the label's office was relocated to Brighton and its London & Shibuya shops were closed in 2003. However, a new shop was opened in Brighton in 2016. Since 2004, Mr Bongo has expanded into the world of cinema and also has a publishing division that produces and licenses music for third parties.
The label's rich history and diverse range of music make it an influential player in the industry. With its extensive catalog and commitment to quality, Mr Bongo continues to be at the forefront of discovering new talent and delivering exceptional music experiences.
Label Code: LC 12527

Newest Listed Items

For the second instalment in our Cuban Classics series, we proudly
present this sought-after slice of sublime Afro-Cuban jazz from 1976.

It comes courtesy of one of Cuba's most influential acts, Grupo Irakere. Founded
in 1973 by Chucho Valdes (son of the Cuban pianist and bandleader Bebo Valdes)
the group was home to many of Cuba's finest musicians over the years. With an
electrifying style and sound, they mixed traditional Cuban music with jazz, funk,
and rock.

This self-titled album includes the much-loved, dancefloor heavy-hitter 'Chequere-
Son', a Latin- jazz funk masterpiece with Cubanized bebop- flavoured horn lines,
lush keys, and '70s hip swagger. Though 'Chequere-Son' is the keystone of the
record, the album is laced with brilliance at every turn, from the Carlos Santana-
esque channelling 'Iya' with its percussive Latin power, to the sultry, slick and
passionate '38 1/2'. Elsewhere, the absorbing, ever- building energy of 'Juana
1600' and steamy vocal dancer 'Xiomara' are also highlights of this incredible
album.

Pressed on Cuba's state led Areito Records, the album was well received
internationally, garnering distribution in Finland on Love Records, in Italy on Phase
6 Super Stereo, and also in the Dominican Republic, Mexico and Venezuela.

A cherished Afro-Cuban triumph, this album has been crying out for a reissue and Mr Bongo are delighted to make that happen.


Music EU

Discover Grupo Irakere by Grupo Irakere. This sought-after Afro-Cuban jazz album from 1976 is a masterpiece of Latin-jazz funk. Available on Mr Bongo, this reissue is a must-have for vinyl collectors.