Name: Para Los Rumberos
Brand: Tito Puente

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

CR00558

Colour

Black

Colour details

Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

180-gram vinyl with original artwork reproduced on an old-school tip-on jacket

Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2023-04-07

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Unive­rsal

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

888072426504

Total Cap

Black LP

1000140470

Green

Green Guava

Extended format: Yes

180 Gram

2024-01-12

888072428102

Green LP

Artist

Tito Puente

Genre US

South American - Latin

Label US

Craft Recordings

Tito Puente (1923-2000) was an influential American Latin bandleader, jazz, salsa and mambo musician. Born in Spanish Harlem, New York City to Puerto Rican parents, Puente became known as "El Rey Del Timbal" ("The King Of The Timbales"). He was a multi-talented artist who played various instruments including vibraphone, drum kit, conga drums, claves, piano, saxophone and clarinet.

Throughout his career, Tito Puente collaborated with numerous artists and bands such as *Tito Puente & His Orchestra*, Eddie Palmieri, Poncho Sanchez and Ray Barretto among others. His unique blend of Latin rhythms with jazz elements made him a pioneer in the genre.

Puente's music continues to inspire generations of musicians worldwide. With his energetic performances and infectious beats, he left an indelible mark on the music industry. From his early days in Spanish Harlem to becoming a global icon of Latin music, Tito Puente remains a legendary figure whose legacy lives on.

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Para Los Rumberos, is a truly magnificent recording, showcasing Tito Puente’s talent and musical mastery. Consisting of ten diverse tracks, the album was recorded at Pat Jacques Broadway Recording Studios in New York City in 1972. 

Para Los Rumberos

Music US

Discover Para Los Rumberos by Tito Puente on vinyl. A truly magnificent recording showcasing his musical mastery. Available in LP format from Craft Recordings.