In the early 90s, David Byrne was at SOBs to see the legendary Mexican group CafÈ Tacuba. The opener was an unknown NYC band that went by King Chango. David came back from the show raving about an incredible, vivacious singer who climbed all over the speakers and leapt around the stage. He thought it was one of the best performances he'd ever seen and that Luaka Bop should sign them. We did.
King Chango was the first Latin rock band signed to an American label, and their singer, AndrÈs Blanquito Man Blanco, was indeed a force of nature. We released two King Chango albums, featuring members who went on to start playing in bands such as the Dap Kings and Antibalas. Blanquito Man unfortunately passed away in 2017 after a long battle with liver cancer. Luaka Bop is releasing these albums on vinyl for the first time as a tribute to him, and in gratitude of King Chango's die-hard fans.
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- Format: Vinyl
- Genre: Latin, Reggae, Folk
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Track Listing:
A1 Don't Drop Your Pants 4:04
A2 Confesión 5:41
A3 God Damn Killers 3:41
A4 So Sweet 5:23
A5 Empty Hands Are My Weapon (Wicked Dub) 5:46
B1 Melting Pot Intro 0:53
B2 Melting Pot 3:41
B3 Revolution / Cumbia Reggae 3:15
B4 African Fever 1:46
B5 Pisando La Serpiente 3:50
B6 Latin Ska 4:28
B7 Torero 3:12