From Ear To Ear (LP)

€ 26,99

2026 reïssue on Vampisoul.
Joe Bataan’s Ghetto Records released La Fantástica’s “From Ear To Ear” LP in 1971. This sought-after album is composed exclusively of heavy-hitters, including the beguiling English-language psychedelic soul slow-burner ‘Latin Blues.’ Includes an insert with liner notes.
SIDE A:
1. Borinquen
2. Con Quien Andas
3. Latin Blues
4. Ya No Te Quiero
SIDE B:
1. Negrita Mia
2. Telegrama
3. M & M
4. Sassie

Orquesta La Fantástica was led by tenor saxophonist, vocalist, and composer Samuel “Sammy” León, who hailed from Brooklyn. His 11-piece orchestra of local musicians featured a rather unique sound, which combined piano and vibraphone with a brass section of two tenor saxophones and a pair of trumpets. They were signed to Ghetto Records by Bataan’s business partner George Febo after being blown away by both the band and the overwhelming reaction of the crowd at the Village Gate. La Fantástica had all original tunes, with modern arrangements and a típico feel. Most importantly, they were fortunate to have vocalist Rafael “Ralphy” De Jesús, aka Chuleta and From Ear To Ear greatly benefited from his contributions. From Ear To Ear is composed exclusively of heavy-hitters, including the beguiling English-language psychedelic soul slow-burner “Latin Blues.” “Con Quién Andas,” a hot salsa banger beloved by DJs and collectors alike, features killer saxophone and trumpet riffs with an interplay worthy of Puente or Machito. Though “Ya No Te Quiero” and “Telegrama” are breakup songs, they function as swinging dance floor ass-shakers with heavy percussion breaks and crazy horn riffs. The band’s origins as an instrumental outfit are further displayed by a couple of vocal-free workouts that close out the album: “M&M,” a guaguancó rumba jam session dedicated to the band’s discoverer, Maisonave, and “Sassie,” a Latin jazz suite that flies through a number of captivating sections with different rhythms, tempos, and arrangements.
One aspect of the release that has inspired discussion and conjecture is its psychedelic album art. It was designed by an employee at Sanabria’s design studio, Charlie Rosario. They wanted something more-colorful and hip that would grab the public’s attention. Rosario’s surrealistic illustration, with its disembodied ears, rainbows and multi-colored female head floating amongst the clouds, was perfect.

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Category: vinyl: lps nieuw

Tags: La Fantastica

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Orquesta La Fantástica was led by tenor saxophonist, vocalist, and composer Samuel “Sammy” León, who hailed from Brooklyn. His 11-piece orchestra of local musicians featured a rather unique sound, which combined piano and vibraphone with a brass section of two tenor saxophones and a pair of trumpets. They were signed to Ghetto Records by Bataan’s business partner George Febo after being blown away by both the band and the overwhelming reaction of the crowd at the Village Gate. La Fantástica had all original tunes, with modern arrangements and a típico feel. Most importantly, they were fortunate to have vocalist Rafael “Ralphy” De Jesús, aka Chuleta and From Ear To Ear greatly benefited from his contributions. From Ear To Ear is composed exclusively of heavy-hitters, including the beguiling English-language psychedelic soul slow-burner “Latin Blues.” “Con Quién Andas,” a hot salsa banger beloved by DJs and collectors alike, features killer saxophone and trumpet riffs with an interplay worthy of Puente or Machito. Though “Ya No Te Quiero” and “Telegrama” are breakup songs, they function as swinging dance floor ass-shakers with heavy percussion breaks and crazy horn riffs. The band’s origins as an instrumental outfit are further displayed by a couple of vocal-free workouts that close out the album: “M&M,” a guaguancó rumba jam session dedicated to the band’s discoverer, Maisonave, and “Sassie,” a Latin jazz suite that flies through a number of captivating sections with different rhythms, tempos, and arrangements. One aspect of the release that has inspired discussion and conjecture is its psychedelic album art. It was designed by an employee at Sanabria’s design studio, Charlie Rosario. They wanted something more-colorful and hip that would grab the public’s attention. Rosario’s surrealistic illustration, with its disembodied ears, rainbows and multi-colored female head floating amongst the clouds, was perfect.