Bobby Matos & The Combo Conquistadores - My Latin Soul [Half-Speed Master]

Bobby Matos & The Combo Conquistadores - My Latin Soul [Half-Speed Master]"Feel the pulse of the 1960s as Latin jazz percussionist Bobby Matos brings the vibrant essence of New York's Nu Yorican sound to life with 'My Latin Soul'. Matos and The Combo Conquistadores infuse their music with the electrifying energy of Latin rhythm. Released originally on Philips Records in 1968, this album captures the spirit of an era when Latin Jazz was taking the New York scene by storm. With tracks like 'Tema de Alma Latina', Matos

"Feel the pulse of the 1960s as Latin jazz percussionist Bobby Matos brings the vibrant essence of New York's Nu Yorican sound to life with 'My Latin Soul'. Matos and The Combo Conquistadores infuse their music with the electrifying energy of Latin rhythm.



Released originally on Philips Records in 1968, this album captures the spirit of an era when Latin Jazz was taking the New York scene by storm. With tracks like 'Tema de Alma Latina', Matos delivers a fiery showcase that has been setting dancefloors ablaze for decades. It's a reissue on Mr Bongo that compels both seasoned collectors and fresh ears to embrace the distinctive, pulsating beats that echo through history. Plus, majestic offerings such as the evocative 'Nadie Baila Como Yo' and the flute-driven whirlwind 'Mambo Maxims' elevate the album with their expressive melodies.



Bobby Matos's journey from informal backstage lessons with the likes of Mongo Santamaría to gracing stages at Carnegie Hall and iconic venues in New York and Los Angeles is etched into the fabric of every groove. His influence penetrated the jazz dance and acid jazz scenes of the '80s and '90s, turning tracks into prized collector's items alongside DJ staples.



'My Latin Soul' on black vinyl is both a nostalgic embrace and a fresh discovery - a true testament to Bobby Matos's enduring impact. Whether revisiting or discovering anew, this reissue is an invitation to experience the irresistible flair of Latin jazz."