The 1955 release 'Mambo!' features Yma Sumac, showcasing her unique vocalizations and operatic style on a collection of vibrant Latin-themed tracks. This album cemented her reputation for exotic interpretations and unparalleled vocal range.
- The album was produced by David Sarser, who also produced Sumac's previous recordings.
- 'Mambo!' was released on the Capitol Records label, the same label that released her highly successful debut album 'Voice of the Xtabay'.
- This album features arrangements by Les Baxter, a key figure in the exotica music genre.
Yma Sumac was a Peruvian soprano singer of Inca descent, famed for her immense vocal range and dramatic, exotic stage persona. By 1955, she had already released two successful LPs for Capitol Records, establishing her as a unique presence in exotica and lounge music.
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