Oye Manteca (Manteca)

The latest album from one of the UK's best Latin bands
by DJ Jose
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Led by Colombian singer Martha Acosta and Argentinian bass guitarist/MD Javier Fioramonti who are veterans of the London latin scene. Their second album brings a danceable blend of Salsa, Funk, Latin jazz, Bomba, Bolero and even some Cumbia riffs, together in a clever and unique way, creating an authentic and fresh Latin London sound.

Top song: "Descarga China" (version salsa)

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