Mardi Gras Records Sealed New
A vibes player who had learned at the feet of Cal Tjader, then recruited a band of Latin virtuosos, Bobby Paunetto recorded a gem of Latin jazz with 1968's El Sonido Moderno: The Modern Sound of Bobby Pauneto. (Yes, the less-than-intrepid Mardi Gras label actually misspelled their own artist's name.) Although Latin crate diggers may know Paunetto's name from the uptempo-but-jazzy dancefloor chestnut "Why Is Woody Sad?," the LP is a far more subdued affair, trading on Paunetto's fluid solos along with a few vocal turns from Willie Torres (a favorite go-to singer in salsa circles) and a pretty fair band. Better suited for a demure supper club than a red-hot salsa joint, the band plays all originals except for "Alfie" -- although Paunetto would've turned in a better album jamming on more Latin or jazz standbys.~ John Bush
Side 1.
1. "Aguantando" 3:50
2. Mi Flor Tropical 2:46
3. Is It Tasty? 4:09
4. "Alfie" 2:32
5. Why Is Woody Sad? 3:31
Side 2.
1. Mambo Sevilla 3:25
2. "El Senor Sid" 4:15
3. Dig It Like It Is 2:57
4. Chinatown 2:55
5. Pero Dime Tu 6:30
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