Name: Jingo / Thousand Finger Man
Brand: Candido

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SG219YELLOW

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Yellow

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Limited edition

Release date

2022-01-21

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Supplier GB

Above Board

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Standard:20

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1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / yellow

Artist

Candido

Genre GB

Disco / Balearic

Label GB

Salsoul

Candido was a Cuban-born percussionist known for his exceptional skills on the conga and bongo drums. Born on April 22, 1921 in Regla, Havana, Cuba, he began his career as a percussionist in various groups in Havana, performing at nightclubs and radio stations. In 1946, Candido moved to New York where he quickly made a name for himself by recording with renowned artists such as Machito and Dizzy Gillespie.
During the early 1950s, Candido joined the Billy Taylor quartet and later performed and recorded with Stan Kenton in 1954. His talent extended beyond jazz music as he achieved success during the disco era with his cover of Babatunde Olatunji's classic "Jingo," which became a hit under Salsoul Records.
Candido's contributions to Afro-Cuban and straight-ahead jazz have left an indelible mark on the music industry. With his rhythmic mastery and captivating performances, he has influenced countless musicians throughout his career. Although Candido passed away on November 7, 2020 in New York City, USA, his legacy continues to inspire aspiring percussionists worldwide.

Salsoul is an iconic US disco label that was active in the 1970s and early 1980s. Based in New York City, it was one of the first labels to release a commercial 12-inch single. Founded by brothers Joe Cayre, Ken Cayre, and Stan Cayre, Salsoul became known for its high-quality productions. The label's manufacturing and distribution were taken on by RCA Records in 1978. During this time, a red bar appeared under the main Salsoul logo. Salsoul also had a sister label called Latin Music, which specialized in Latin music.

Over the years, ownership of Salsoul changed hands multiple times. From 1975 to 1992, it was owned by Salsoul Record Corp., followed by Bethlehem Music Company Inc. from 1992 to 2011. In 2011, VMG Salsoul LLC took over as a division of Verse Music Group LLC until 2015 when BMG Rights Management became the current owner.

Today, Salsoul remains a respected name in the music industry with its rich history and contributions to disco music. Its legacy lives on through its extensive catalog of releases and influential artists who have graced its roster.

This 12" has got to be one of the toughest Salsoul records to find. Changing hands for up to £300 a time for a used copy. Now it has been re-mastered, re-pressed and made available again with all original label artwork intact with the permission of Salsoul Records, New York City. Candido Cameron was a Cuban percussion maestro who had played with luminaries such as Dizzy Gillespie, Buddy Rich and Count Basie throughout his illustrious musical career which started in 1952. Fast forward to 1979 and Candido finds himself caught up in the Disco boom that had engulfed his adopted New York City. Feeling he could add his trademark quick-fire Conga and Bongo playing to Disco's straight 4 x 4 syncopated rhythm he cut some records with legendary NYC label Salsoul. The fruits of this partnership were 2 full length LP's and a handful of 12" singles that changed the face of underground Disco."Jingo" is an all-time classic dance record, sampled, edited, re-configured and coveted by too many names to mention! It's a killer funky Disco version of master Nigerian drummer Olatunji's 1969 percussion suite of the same name, Salsoul style, while over on the flip we have one of the deepest Disco records of all time; "Thousand Finger Man" a testament to Candido's percussion prowess and a spacey, beautiful voyage that has left more than an indelible mark on modern House music, often being cited as a huge influence by artists such as Masters At Work and more. Essential stuff basically, every collection should have a copy!

Jingo / Thousand Finger Man

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