There's only one El Rey, the king of Latin music...Tito Puente. For over 50 years Tito Puente's infectious rhythms have been keeping people dancing all around the world. Now some of the king's most danceable performances are available on one CD. A mix of blistering Puente mambos and cha cha cha Oye Como Va — The Dance Collection is as much a must for diehard Puente fans as it is the perfect introduction to the sounds of the king.
The CD inlay is a 12-Page booklet with a biography describing Tito Puente's 50 years musical career. The included postcard could be used to obtain a free catalog of "Concord Records".
Latin Salsa, Cha-Cha, Mambo
Concord Picante – CCD-4780-2
1997 USA
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Concord Jazz Picante CJP-250 , 1984
“El Rey” by Tito Puente is puro fuego en vinilo! Recorded live in San Francisco en el '84, this LP mezcla mambo, salsa y Latin jazz con ese sabor Boricua auténtico. With timbales banging y la vibra bien caliente, Tito y su Latin Ensemble bring la calle to the stage. This ain’t no crossover—es orgullo Latino at full volumen, pa’ que lo goces.
Learn moreTico TRLP-1131 , 1950's , USA
On “Homenaje a Rafael Hernández,” two titans—Tito Puente and La Lupe—unite to honor Puerto Rico’s beloved composer with fire and finesse. Puente’s vibrant arrangements and La Lupe’s explosive vocals breathe new life into classics, transforming this tribute into a powerful celebration of Latin soul and heritage.
Learn moreElektra 0-66421 , 1992 , USA
Tito Puente – "The Mambo Kings Remix Para Los Rumberos / Ran Kan Kan" is pure fire, mi gente. On this 1992 12" EP, the Rey del Timbal teams up with Louie Vega and Kenny Dope to give classic mambo a modern twist. From “Para Los Rumberos” to “Ran Kan Kan,” it’s all sabor, ritmo, and street energy made to light up the dance floor all night.
Learn moreConcord Picante – CCD-4780-2 , 1997 , USA
There's only one El Rey, the king of Latin music...Tito Puente. For over 50 years Tito Puente's infectious rhythms have been keeping people dancing all around the world.