Cumbia Amazónica album, which compiles fourteen classic tracks by the mythical Peruvian Chicha band LOS MIRLOS. Jorge Rodriguez Granda and his brothers and cousin, originally from the northeastern jungle town of Moyobamba migrated to Lima back in 1973 where they started the band that was to become one of the cornerstones of Peruvian cumbia (or chicha).
LP with their best tracks from 1972 to 1980. Master tape sound. Insert with liner notes (spanish and english) and photos.
3. La Danza Del Petrolero
5. La Danza de Los Mirlos (Cumbia de Los Pajaritos)
6. El Sonido de Los Mirlos
7. Muchachita Del Oriente
7. El Curandero
Pharaway Sounds presents Cumbia Amazonica by Los Mirlos. After the celebrated Cumbias Chichadélicas compilation (PHS 029LP), Pharaway Sounds collaborate for a second time with the legendary Infopesa label from Peru. Los Mirlos were one of the most celebrated Peruvian Cumbia bands who recorded for the famous "orange" label. Featuring the incredible electric guitar of Gilberto Reátegui, Los Mirlos released a total of seven LPs for Infopesa. Spanning from 1972 to 1980, Cumbia Amazónica features all of their classics like "El Sonido de Los Mirlos", "Sonido Amazónico", "Poder Verde" and more. Real Amazonian cumbia/chicha sounds straight from the jungle, full of surf, echo & reverb drenched electric guitars, cheap keyboards, exotic percussion and effects. Master tape sound. Includes insert with liner notes and photos