The Sextette's 1963 Fania debut "Steppin' Out" captured the nascent energy of Latin boogaloo just as it was bubbling up in New York City. This record helped define the sound that would soon sweep the charts.
- "Steppin' Out" was released on January 25, 1963, by Fania Records.
- The album is credited with helping to popularize the Latin boogaloo genre.
- "Steppin' Out" showcased the band's tight arrangements and infectious rhythms that would become their hallmark.
Joe Cuba Sextette was a groundbreaking ensemble from New York City, known for pioneering Latin boogaloo. They rose to prominence in the mid-1960s, fusing Afro-Cuban rhythms with R&B and soul.
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