Psychedelic Goes Latin

This was one of the late-'60s productions that opened a new era in Latin music; as the boogaloo fad was in full splendor, the choices between the R&B-influenced fad and son montuno were too prevalent. The Lebrón Brothers managed to concoct their urban style into a crowd-pleasing success. "Summertime Blues," "Tall Tale," "Mary, Mary," and "My Cool Boogaloo" are fireworks in this highly eclectic production, the first for the band. Listen closely for the kinetic "Mi Mambo" and the bittersweet "Mala Suerte." ~ José A. Estévez, Jr.