This Collectables CD reissues bandleader and alto saxophonist
René Bloch's 1962 album
Mr. Latin, originally released on Atco. Dominated by cha chas, pachangas, and Latin jazz, the highlights of these 12 tracks are four numbers written and arranged by
Bloch's pianist, Alan Chaplin, including "Mr. Latin's Mambo," "Encanto," "Mambo Watusi," and "Baila Cha Cha." Listeners who appreciate
Pérez Prado and
Xavier Cugat will find this a welcome addition to their collections. ~ Al Campbell