01. "MANICOMIO A LOCHA" 02. "RAREZA EN MOZAMBIQUE" 03. "RICO GUAGUANCO" 04. "PUERTO LIBRE" 05. "TRES EN UNO 3" 06. "CORTE E PATA" 07. "ALMA CUMANESA" 08. "GUAJIRA CON BOOGALOO" 09. "FIESTA DE TROMBONES" 10. "TRES EN UNO 2"
Description:
Manicomio A Locha by Los Dementes, released 26 August 2022, includes the following tracks: "Rico Guaguanco", "CariƱo Verdad", "Los Rocos", "Alma Cumanesa" and more.
This version of Manicomio A Locha comes as a 1x12".
The vinyl is pressed as a opaque disc. -
"Manicomio a Locha" on LP is a wild, hard-hitting slice of Latin American groove by Los Dementes, presented by reissue specialists Vampisoul / Cargo. Driven by fiery brass, relentless percussion and raw, street-level energy, this album captures the explosive sound of salsa dura and Latin dance music in its most unfiltered form. Tight arrangements, call-and-response chorus lines and extended instrumental passages make this LP a perfect choice both for the dancefloor and for collectors who appreciate deep Latin cuts beyond the mainstream. The sound is earthy yet powerful, shifting between furious up-tempo numbers and hypnotic mid-tempo tracks that radiate tropical heat and urban grit. As an LP edition, "Manicomio a Locha" offers a coherent listening journey from start to finish, with a warm analogue feel that lends additional punch to the horns and percussion.
Los Dementes stand for an energetic, streetwise style that channels the spirit of classic salsa orchestras: powerful brass sections, driving piano montunos, funky basslines and a percussive backbone steeped in Afro-Caribbean tradition. Their music thrives on intensity, tension and release, with improvisational flourishes from soloists that keep the arrangements constantly alive. The band's approach places them firmly in the lineage of the tougher side of Latin music, appealing to DJs, collectors and fans of vintage salsa and boogaloo sounds. Their recordings are prized among enthusiasts of deep Latin grooves precisely because they deliver an authentic, unvarnished club feel.
Vampisoul, distributed by Cargo, is known for digging deep into global musical archives and bringing forgotten or hard-to-find gems back to life on high-quality vinyl and CD editions. The label focuses particularly on Latin, soul, funk, Afro and other groove-driven styles, often working from original master sources and collaborating closely with archivists and experts. Releases from Vampisoul are appreciated for their careful restoration, detailed liner notes and tasteful artwork that respect the original spirit of the music. Through this philosophy, Vampisoul / Cargo has become a trusted name for collectors and connoisseurs who seek authentic, historically important recordings rather than generic compilations. With "Manicomio a Locha" they once again offer an essential piece for anyone passionate about classic Latin sounds.
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