Saffron & Latin Soul

Here is a funky Latin gem by Pucho & His Latin Soul Brothers titled "Caravan". This heavy-hitting Latin instrumental cut was featured on the group's very hard-to-find 1967 album Saffron & Soul, which was released off the known jazz label Presitge. Sweater Funk's DJ Jacob Pena first introduced me to this specific record by Pucho when he dropped a track off this record when he was guest deejaying last month's SFJAZZ Hotplate night. His original version was actually signed by Henry "Pucho" Brown himself! After getting a hold a digital version of the album, the vinyl version has easily climbed to the top of my wishlist. After one listen, I wouldn't be surprised if many of you are feeling the same way. Enjoy!

Pucho & His Latin Soul Brothers - Caravan

The Latin Soul Brothers

A few months back, I snatched up a copy of Pucho & His Latin Soul Brothers' funky classic album Yaina. Until actually purchasing the Cubop records re-issue, I hadn't heard much about the group. That being said, after one listen of the record, I was pretty much hooked. The hard-to-find album was originally released in 1971 and has an overall funky Afro-Cuban and Latin jazz vibe throughout with a focus around heavy hitting percussion grooves. Some of my favorite cuts include "Chitterlings Con Carne", "Hard Hats", "Yaina", and "Inside The Corn". Since buying this record, I've gone on to pick-up other great releases from Pucho, including "Super Freak" and "Jungle Fire!" with much satisfaction. If you enjoy that heavy conga influenced Afro-Cuban sound, than I highly recommend checking out Yaina and all of the Pucho & His Latin Soul Brothers' records. Enjoy your weekend!

Pucho & His Latin Soul Brothers - Inside The Corn