This 1966 collection of singles, recorded for the Seeco label, captures Celia Cruz in a period of transition, moving towards the salsa sound that would define her later career. Her collaborations with the Tito Puente Orchestra on this album showcase her vocal prowess and commanding stage presence.
- The album was released in 1966, the same year Cruz won her first Grammy Award.
- This release features classic tracks like "Son con guaguancó" and "La vida es carnaval."
- The album was reissued in 2008 by Craft Recordings, with bonus tracks and updated liner notes.
Celia Cruz was a Cuban singer, songwriter, and bandleader, known as the "Queen of Salsa." She rose to international fame in the 1970s and 80s, becoming one of the most influential figures in Latin music.
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