Mambo Batiri - CHACÁN | La Playa Sextet (Salsa Dura en Vivo)

Mambo Batiri — A Hidden Salsa Gem Reborn Experience the explosive energy of live Salsa Dura and step into the golden era of mambo and early salsa. Originally recorded in 1957 by the legendary La Playa Sextet - later interpreted by Nacho Sanabria in New York during the golden era of mambo and early salsa - Mambo Batiri is a rare jewel from the roots of Afro-Caribbean dance music. This music was made for crowded dance floors, live musicians, and unforgettable nights — long before digital perfection replaced raw groove. With this performance, CHACÁN brings this historic sound back to life, combining deep respect for tradition with the power and intensity of a modern live orchestra. If you love: Old school salsa Live Latin bands Raw groove and authentic energy Social dancing and mambo culture …this performance is for you. What makes this version special Instead of a traditional piano, the montunos are played on a Fender Telecaster through a vintage Fender ’65 Deluxe Reverb cabinet, creating a warm, nostalgic sound inspired by groups like Randy Carlos and the classic guitar-driven salsa bands of the 1960s. This unique blend of: • Vintage tone • Powerful brass • Hard-hitting percussion • High-energy vocals creates a bridge between the past and the present — designed to move both dancers and listeners. Live at Café Básico — pure salsa atmosphere Recorded live in an intimate venue filled with dancers and musicians, this performance captures the real essence of salsa: connection, improvisation, and shared energy between band and audience. Location: Café Básico, Kreuztal, Germany Performance date: October 21st, 2023 Song Details • Title: Mambo Batiri • First release: January 1st, 1957 • Original artist: La Playa Sextet • Brass arrangement: Marko Mebus Audio & Video Production • Video production: René Rösler (Instagram: @renerosler) • Live sound: Oliver Wetzl • Mixing: Jhony Tambó • Mastering: Dominik Rolke Orchestra CHACÁN Vocals: Doris Pájaro Cabarcas, Yurislan Leyva Gutiérrez, Mirna Esther Maché Rodríguez Brass: Benjamin Gerny, Marco Leibach, Marko Mebus, Christian Mehler Guitar: Raul Michael Wurche Bass: C. J. Remis Percussion: Jhony Tambó, Mario Maradei, Marcos Jesús González Jiménez Special thanks Narcisse Njoya Ngatat, Klaus Vetter, and the dancers from LaCalidad Dance Center Frankfurt for creating such an incredible atmosphere. Contact & Follow CHACÁN [email protected] https://www.chacan.de