The King of Latin Music - 50 Original Latin Classics
Tito Puente was rightly known as the Sultan of Salsa and King of the Timbales. His 1958 'Dancemania' album was one of the best-selling Latin dance records of its era, while his long and celebrated career spanned over half a century and extended to the millennium. His white-suited figure became a familiar sight on the world stage, spreading the gospel of salsa wherever he went. As critic Richard S. Ginell aptly put it, 'By virtue of his warm, flamboyant stage manner, longevity, constant touring and appearances in the mass media, Tito Puente is probably the most beloved symbol of Latin jazz.' Here are 50 good reasons why.