Fantasy · in the Kissa Kissa racks
Invitation To The Mambo
| Recorded | c. 1956 |
|---|---|
| Label | Fantasy |
| Catalog | 3-215 |
| Released | 1956 |
| Personnel | 5 credited players |
| Discogs | master 1195222 |
The record
Terrace pares the quintet down to vibes, piano, bass, and a full percussion front line, chasing the mambo craze with Estévez's montunos anchoring the charts. Fantasy's catalog holds few dates this dancefloor-focused, all bright surfaces and chiming lead work.
Session personnel
- Julio Andino — bass
- Bobby Flash — bongos
- José Estévez Jr. — piano
- Freddie Eagel — timbales
- Pete Terrace — vibraphone
Contemporary reception
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Pressings
| 1956 | Fantasy · 3-215 — Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono, Red earliest on file |
|---|---|
| 1956 | Fantasy — MONO |
| — | Fantasy · EP 4058 — Vinyl, 7", 45 RPM, EP, Red |
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