This 1977 album captures Los Wembler’s de Iquitos at the height of their powers, delivering a raw and energetic collection of psychedelic cumbia. Fiesta en la selva is a prime example of the band's unique sound, blending traditional Amazonian rhythms with driving electric guitars and hypnotic organ melodies.
- The album was released in 1977 on the band's own label, Los Wembler’s de Iquitos.
- This release features a blend of original compositions and cumbia covers, showcasing the band's versatility.
- Fiesta en la selva is considered a seminal work in the psychedelic cumbia genre, influencing countless artists in Peru and beyond.
Los Wembler’s de Iquitos are a Peruvian cumbia band from the Iquitos region, known for their psychedelic take on tropical music. The band formed in the late 1960s and rose to prominence in the 1970s, becoming one of the key acts in the global cumbia scene.
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