Pérez Prado is often referred to as ‘King of the Mambo’. His band’s popularity in the United States matched the growing interest in Latin music outside the Latino communities during the Forties, Fifties and early Sixties.
Even if you don’t know the name and don’t dance, you will almost certainly have been exposed to some of his most famous numbers showcased this vinyl album. Put on your dancing shoes and mambo along to this selection of his best.