LOS DEMONIOS - DEL MANTARO

RITMO DEL BARRIO

£14.38
~~£21.58~~

Format: LP
Catalogue No.: RBLP002
Release Date: 02 Feb 2024
Genre: Latin/World

Ritmo Del Barrio are thrilled to announce the reissue of the groundbreaking 1965 self-titled album by Los Demonios del Mantaro. This reissue is a celebration of the band's cultural impact and contribution to the evolution of Peruvian tropical music.

Limited edition, only 400 copies available worldwide

London based record label RITMO DEL BARRIO, is thrilled to announce the reissue of the groundbreaking 1965 self-titled album by Los Demonios del Mantaro. This reissue is a celebration of the band's cultural impact and contribution to the evolution of Peruvian tropical music.

In the vibrant musical landscape of 1960s Peru, where genres like Rock n’ Roll, Mambo, Merengue Dominicano, La Rumba Cubana, and Colombian Cumbia were thriving, Los Demonios del Mantaro emerged as pioneers in blending diverse musical elements. Led by founder and harmonica player Carlos Baquerizo Castro, the group introduced a fresh perspective to the musical scene by fusing traditional Andean instruments with Caribbean percussion, creating a unique and captivating sound.

The album, originally recorded in 1965 under the Sono Radio label, showcases the early experimentation and innovation that would later characterize the Chicha movement.

The absence of guitars, bass, or drums, coupled with the inclusion of saxophone, clarinet, harmonica, and Caribbean percussion (timbaleta, Bongo, tumbadoras, bells, and güiro), sets this record apart from its contemporaries.

One of the album's standout tracks, "La Chichera," is credited with coining the term "Chicha" to describe a distinct phase in Peruvian Cumbia. The infectious rhythm and improvisational spirit of the song quickly gained popularity, and it went on to become a significant success not only in Peru but also internationally, reaching Colombia and the United States. The reissued album preserves the authenticity of the original recording, featuring instrumental tracks that traverse various genres such as Cumbia, Guaracha, Huaylas, Waltzes, Polka, and Marinera. The eclectic fusion of these diverse musical elements reflects the globalized nature of music, offering a rare sonic experience that remains relevant and captivating.

The Ritmo del Barrio family is excited to reintroduce this iconic album to a new generation of music enthusiasts and to honour the legacy of Los Demonios del Mantaro.The album is set for release on the 1st of February, 2024.