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The album was recorded in 1970 at in New York and Sound Factory in Hollywood. At the time, Blades had traveled to New York temporarily due to political unrest at the University of Panama.
(alternatively known as From Panama to New York ) is the debut studio album by Panamanian singer-songwriter Rubén Blades , recorded with Pete Rodríguez and His Orchestra . Released in 1970 under the Alegre Records label, it represents the first major U.S. recording for a then-teenage Blades, who would later become one of salsa's most iconic figures. Historical Significance and Production
The album consists of 10 tracks with a total duration of approximately 37 minutes: (3:59) Solo (2:43) Hey Man (3:42) When (2:38) Descarga Caliente (5:23) El Bravo (3:37) Donde (2:24) El Pescador (5:52) Amanecer (2:52) De Panama A Nueva York (4:21)
: Following the album's release and the reopening of his university, Blades returned home to finish his law degree, leaving his music career temporarily on hold. Musical Legacy