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In Alaska: Breaking the Ice

El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico · 1984

36 min · 8 tracks · salsa

A vibrant blend of traditional salsa rhythms and intricate brass arrangements that invigorate the dance floor.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady grooves for dancing
  • invigorating rhythms that uplift
  • for social gatherings
  • mid-tempo flow encourages movement

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced tracks
  • seek introspective listening experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
In 1984, El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico was solidifying its reputation as a leading salsa band after their breakthrough album 'El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico' in 1972. 'In Alaska: Breaking the Ice' represents a continuation of their successful formula, showcasing their musical evolution and deepening cultural impact within the salsa genre during the 1980s.
Stylistic neighbors
Los Van Van· Héctor Lavoe· Willie Colón

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Carbonerito 4:59
  • 2 Las creencias 4:51
  • 3 Amigo mío 4:29
  • 4 No es de pena 4:09
  • 5 Amor brutal 4:46
  • 6 Azuquita pa'l café 4:07
  • 7 Imaginación 4:54
  • 8 La mal pensa 4:44

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