Fania Records

Fania Records was a New-York based recording company founded by Johnny Pacheco, the musician, and Jerry Masucci, the lawyer, in 1963. It is known for its promotion of what has become known as Salsa music. Fania launched the careers of many Salsa stars.

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Johnny Pacheco - Jerry Masucci - 1963 - Salsa music

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In 1968 Pacheco invented a "superband" called Fania All-Stars that brought together the elite of Salsa musicans and singers for joint performances and recording. Fania All-Stars overlasted the Fania itself.

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1968 - Fania All-Stars

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Among Fania's signature stars are Celia Cruz, Larry Harlow, Ray Barretto, Luis "Perico" Ortiz, Bobby Valentín, Rubén Blades, and many others.

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Celia Cruz - Larry Harlow - Ray Barretto - Luis "Perico" Ortiz - Bobby Valentín - Rubén Blades

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