Conjunto Saoco: Macho Mumba

Henry Fiol (Vocals, Congas, and Illustrator for the cover art) and William Millan (Musical Director, Bass, Tres, and Guitar).

Featured salsa legends Adalberto Santiago , Ismael Quintana , and Vitín Avilés . CONJUNTO SAOCO Macho Mumba

was an influential Afro-Cuban group from New York, founded in 1974. Their album Macho Mumba (1977) is a seminal work that blended traditional Cuban son roots with a raw, urban style often referred to as "salsa dura". The Story Behind "Macho Mumba" Henry Fiol (Vocals, Congas, and Illustrator for the

The album’s title track, pays tribute to a legendary Cuban rumbero of the same name who was a celebrated figure in Havana's Marianao district. By dedicating this album to him, Saoco aimed to immortalize his folklore status alongside icons like Chano Pozo and Malanga. Key Details & Personnel Their album Macho Mumba (1977) is a seminal

The album consists of eight tracks, most written by Henry Fiol: Song Title Henry Fiol Que Tenga Sabor Tony Guaracha / Eridania Mancebo Viejo Canuto Reynaldo Alcántara Clavo Saca Clavo Henry Fiol Macho Mumba Henry Fiol / Tony Guaracha No Me Llores Miseria Henry Fiol Ada Reynaldo Alcántara El Platanero Henry Fiol [Source: AllMusic 1.1.6, Spotify 1.1.8]

Released on Salsoul Records (specifically the Salsoul Salsa Series). Album Tracklist