Merge Records Reissues “Pirguero” 7inch

To commemorate Bio Ritmo’s 30-year anniversary, Merge and Electric Cowbell Records are reissuing the group’s 7-inch single “Piraguero” b/w “Asia Minor” Originally released on Merge in 1996.

A-Side “Piragüero” is an original track that features the soaring, soulful vocals from Bio Ritmo’s longest-running member, percussionist and composer Rei Alvarez. (He also designed the single’s festive artwork!) The flip side is a mambo classic from the 50’s popularized by the great cuban bandleader Machito, whom Bio Ritmo regarded as a major influence. This record is a snapshot of the raw essence of Bio Ritmo in its early years that laid the foundation for the band’s evolution and endurance.

Get Vinyl:
Seasick Records (special edition blue vinyl)
Merge Records Store
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