Salsa Con Estilo - Dance Floor Gems from the Vaults 1950s-1980s

Dive into the vibrant legacy of Ansonia Records with "Salsa Con Estilo", a double CD compilation that traces the evolution of salsa from its roots to its peak, offering a snapshot of the New York salsa scene through the music from the label's catalog. Ansonia Records, a family business crucial to New York's Latino community, played a significant role in shaping the Latin music scene. Led by Rafael "Ralph" Pérez, the label captured diverse sounds from the Caribbean and beyond, featuring legendary musicians such as Arsenio Rodríguez and Myrta Silva. The first disc, "Roots of Salsa", showcases the label's danceable rhythms and powerful choruses, which served as a blueprint for salsa groups. The second disc, "Salsa Boom", features hidden gems from the salsa boom of the 1970s, where Ansonia Records held its own against larger competitors. "Salsa Con Estilo" is not just a musical journey through the evolution of salsa, but also a testament to Ansonia Records' lasting influence on the New York salsa scene, forever etching its name in the annals of Latin music history.

Dive into the vibrant legacy of Ansonia Records with "Salsa Con Estilo," a 2-LP compilation that traces the evolution of salsa from its roots to its peak, offering a snapshot of the New York salsa scene through the music of the label’s catalog.

 Ansonia Records, a crucial family-run business in New York's Latino community, played a significant role in shaping the Latin music scene. Led by Rafael “Ralph” Pérez, the label captured diverse sounds from the Caribbean and beyond, featuring legendary musicians like Arsenio Rodríguez and Myrta Silva.

The first LP, "Roots of Salsa," showcases the label’s danceable rhythms and strong choruses, which served as a template for salsa bands. The second LP, "Salsa Boom," introduces hidden gems from the 1970s salsa boom, where Ansonia Records held its own against larger competitors.

“Salsa Con Estilo” serves not only as a musical journey through the evolution of salsa but also as a testament to Ansonia Records' lasting influence on the New York salsa scene, forever etching its name in the annals of Latin music history.