Ismael Rivera - Greatest Hits '2008; 2020

Tracks list

Ismael Rivera, nicknamed Maelo and recognized as The Greatest Sonero, would
later be dubbed El Barbaro del Ritno by Beny More, an exceptional talent for
improvisation and impressive command of the clave. The combined talents of
Ismael Rivera and Rafael Cortijo unleashed a phenomenon that revolutionized the
music world. Their contagious sound traveled from Puerto Rico to New York, where
their boricua compatriots and Latinos living in the city caught the fever from
the duos numerous recordings and concerts. But the duos success was cut short by
the sudden death of Cortijo, Riveras best friend, compatriot, companion, and
brother. The impact was so severe that Ismael fell into a deep depression he was
unable to escape. Although this exceptional artist enjoyed a brilliant career,
he was plagued by a series of personal problems that affected his reputation as
an artist.

Nevertheless, he endured and left a legacy of great music. His greatest hits are
all here in this 16 track collection with extensive liner notes. A must-have for
all Salsa fans.

Tracklist:
01. Ismael Rivera - Agua Que Va a Caer (5:04)
02. Ismael Rivera - Bilongo (5:45)
03. Ismael Rivera - Dime por Qué (3:34)
04. Ismael Rivera - Dueña de Mi Inspiración (3:27)
05. Ismael Rivera - El Cumbanchero (2:55)
06. Ismael Rivera - El Nazareno (5:37)
07. Ismael Rivera - El Negro Bembón (3:02)
08. Ismael Rivera - Incomprendido (2:57)
09. Ismael Rivera - La Soledad (3:31)
10. Ismael Rivera - Las Caras Lindas (7:13)
11. Ismael Rivera - Las Tumbas (4:05)
12. Ismael Rivera - Mi Negrita Me Espera (3:20)
13. Ismael Rivera - No Soy para Ti (4:49)
14. Ismael Rivera - Quitate de la Via Perico (3:27)
15. Ismael Rivera - Si No Te Veo Más (3:33)

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