The 1956 release "Ritmo Caliente!" showcases Cal Tjader Quintet's early excursions into Afro-Cuban rhythms, predating their later, more fusion-oriented material. The album features energetic performances that established their reputation in the burgeoning Latin jazz scene.
- "Ritmo Caliente!" was released on January 14, 1956, by Trunk Records.
- The album is categorized under the genres of jazz, Latin, and salsa.
- This release occurred during a period when Latin music was gaining significant traction within the American jazz landscape.
Cal Tjader was a bandleader, percussionist, and composer known for his work in jazz, Latin, and salsa music. "Ritmo Caliente!" was released early in his career, before his more widely known explorations into Latin jazz fusion.
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