01. "Opening Night" 02. "The Long Green River" 03. "Fallin'" 04. "What Have We Become" 05. "Nowhere Boy" 06. "Liverpool" 07. "Bury Me Under the Mersey (ceol Agus Gra)" 08. "My Oh My" 09. "Quarter Past" 10. "The Song Never Written" 11. "Gasoline" 12. "Heaven Revisited"
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Meridian Brothers & El Grupo Renaci by Meridian Brothers & El Grupo Renaci, released 26 July 2024.
This version of Meridian Brothers & El Grupo Renaci comes as a 1xLP. -
2024 reissue on Transparent Green vinyl.
The self-titled LP "Meridian Brothers & El Grupo Renacimiento (Coloure)" brings together the visionary Colombian project Meridian Brothers with their fictional vintage outfit El Grupo Renacimiento, resulting in a playful yet deeply rooted reimagining of Latin tropical music. On this vinyl edition, the band dives into cumbia, salsa, bolero and psychedelic tropicalismo, filtering classic Caribbean and Latin American sounds through a modern, slightly surreal lens. Warm, saturated arrangements, off-kilter rhythms and unexpected melodic turns create a sound world that feels at once archival and futuristic, as if an obscure 1970s tropical record had been rediscovered and remixed for the present day. The LP format underlines the album's conceptual flow: side A and side B feel like two chapters of a fictional lost catalogue, perfect for deep listening on a turntable. Subtle touches of experimental electronics and unusual instrumentation are always in service of groove and song, making this release accessible to both adventurous listeners and fans of classic Latin vinyl.
Meridian Brothers, led by composer and multi-instrumentalist Eblis Álvarez, are known for their inventive, genre-bending approach to Colombian and Latin American traditions. Over the years they have gained international recognition in the global alternative and world-music scenes for their idiosyncratic blend of cumbia, salsa, champeta and avant-pop, often released on respected independent labels and presented at renowned festivals and venues. With "Meridian Brothers & El Grupo Renacimiento (Coloure)", the band continue this trajectory, sharpening their playful concept of a "rescued" golden-age tropical group and translating it into a coherent, highly danceable album that appeals equally to collectors, DJs and curious new listeners. Their reputation rests on albums that constantly push boundaries while staying deeply connected to Latin rhythm traditions, and this LP is another strong step in that evolution.
The record is released by ANSONIA / CARGO, a collaboration that bridges historical Latin catalog depth and modern independent distribution. Ansonia has long been associated with classic Latin, tropical and Caribbean recordings, helping to document and circulate key artists and styles across decades. Cargo, as a major independent distribution and label partner, is known for bringing carefully curated, often genre-defining music to an international audience, with a focus on quality vinyl pressings and artist-friendly releases. Together, ANSONIA / CARGO stand for a combination of archival sensitivity and contemporary reach: a fitting home for a project that both honours and reimagines Latin musical heritage. Buyers can expect a thoughtfully produced LP release that respects sound quality, presentation and collectability, making this edition of "Meridian Brothers & El Grupo Renacimiento (Coloure)" a valuable addition to any serious record collection.
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