Various Artists: Alegre Records - The Latin Sound Of New York (1961-1975)
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Catalogue Number: 7280277
Barcode: 0888072802773
Release Date: November 13, 2026
Celebrate 70 years of Alegre Records, the pioneering New York City label that helped shape the sound of Latin music.
Spanning 1961-1975, this essential 12-track collection honors founder Al Santiago's enduring vision, and features classics by legends Johnny Pacheco, Eddie Palmieri, Charlie Palmieri, Pete Rodríguez, the Alegre All Stars, and more.
Includes new liner notes presented in English and Spanish by producer, composer, and industry veteran Bobby Marín. Available on vinyl and digitally.
Track Listing
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
Limited edition LP.
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