This early release from El Gran Combo showcases their raw energy and developing sound in the nascent salsa scene. The single "Ojos chinos" offers a driving rhythm and classic horn arrangements that would become their trademark.
- The single was released on the Viva Combo Music label in November 1964. It features the songs "Ojos chinos" and "Jala jala". The single came out during El Gran Combo's first era, just two years after their formation.
- The A-side, "Ojos chinos," is a mambo with a catchy melody and energetic brass section. The B-side, "Jala jala," is a faster-paced track that highlights the band's percussive power.
- This release predates El Gran Combo's most commercially successful period but is essential for understanding their foundational sound. It was part of their early output on the Viva Combo label.
El Gran Combo is a Puerto Rican salsa orchestra formed in 1962. They are one of the most famous and longest-running salsa bands in the world.
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