Santo & Johnny - La Mer La Mar

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Review by Lindsay Vines

Album Review: La Mer La Mar by Santo & Johnny Santo & Johnny’s La Mer La Mar is one of those albums that sneaks up on you. Released in 1966 under Canadian American Records, Ltd., and Hispavox, this Spanish gem blends pop, jazz, and easy listening into a vibe that feels like sipping coffee at sunset—smooth but with just enough edge to keep you hooked. It doesn’t scream for attention; instead, it lingers quietly in your mind long after the needle lifts. The tracklist isn’t huge, but it packs personality. Let’s talk about “Mack The Knife.” Yeah, we’ve all heard versions of this classic before, but Santo & Johnny bring something fresh to the table—a mix of breezy guitar work and understated vocals that make it feel less showy and more intimate. You can almost picture yourself strolling through Madrid in the ‘60s, cigarette smoke curling around streetlights. Their take strips away the bombast and replaces it with charm. It’s not flashy, but damn, does it stick. Then there’s “La Mar = La Mer,” which flips between Spanish and French lyrics so effortlessly it feels like a lazy afternoon by the sea. The melody sways back and forth like waves lapping at the shore, while the instrumentation stays soft yet deliberate. There’s no rush here—it’s as if the song knows exactly what it wants to be and doesn’t apologize for it. If you’re looking for high-energy beats or experimental chaos, this ain’t it. But if you want music that soothes without being boring, this track nails it. “Marea Baja = Ebb Tide” also deserves a nod. Its slow build reminds me of watching the tide roll out—calm, predictable, but mesmerizing nonetheless. The harmonies are simple but effective, leaving space for each note to breathe. Sometimes less really is more, ya know? What strikes me most about La Mer La Mar is how unpretentious it feels. This isn’t an album trying to reinvent the wheel or chase trends. Instead, it’s content to exist in its own little world, offering listeners a moment of peace amidst life’s noise. And honestly, isn’t that what great music should do? Funny thing though—at the end of the day, I kept thinking about how these songs would sound blasting from some old transistor radio on a beach somewhere. Maybe that says more about me than the album itself, but hey, art’s supposed to spark imagination, right? So maybe give this one a spin next time you need a break from whatever’s weighing you down.

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Filename: santo-johnny-la-mer-la-mar.zip
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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Brasil
La Mar = La Mer
Mack The Knife
Marea Baja = Ebb Tide

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Catalog Numbers

HAC 367-02

Labels

Canadian American Records, Ltd., Hispavox

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 7"
  • 45 RPM
  • EP

Companies

RoleCompany
Record CompanyHispavox, S.A.
Printed ByHispavox, S.A.

About Santo & Johnny

Santo & Johnny were an American rock and roll instrumental duo of Italian descent from Brooklyn, New York, composed of brothers Santo Farina (born October 24, 1937) and Johnny Farina (born April 30, 1941). Best remembered for their #1 1959 instrumental hit "Sleep Walk".

Name Vars

  • Farina
  • Farina & Farina
  • Farina - Farian
  • Farrina
  • J. Farina-S. Farina
  • J., F., S., Farina
  • P. e M. Farina
  • S & J Farina
  • S And J
  • S. & J. Farina
  • S. Farina - J. Farina
  • S. J.
  • Santo & Johnn
  • Santo & Johnny Farina
  • Santo & Johny
  • Santo & Jonny
  • Santo + Johnny
  • Santo And Johnny
  • Santo And Johnny Farina
  • Santo Farina / Johnny Farina
  • Santo Johnny
  • Santo Y Johnny
  • Santo Y Johnny Farina
  • Santo and Johnny
  • Santo and Johnny Farina
  • Santo et Johnny
  • Santo y Johnny
  • Santos & Johnny
  • Santos And Johnny

Members

  • John Farina
  • Santo Farina

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *La Mer La Mar* by Santo & Johnny is a hidden gem from 1966. It blends smooth Pop and Jazz vibes with an Easy Listening style, making it perfect for chilling out. What’s wild is that it was released in Spain under two labels—Canadian American Records and Hispavox. One of the tracks, "Mack The Knife," shares its name with the famous Bobby Darin hit, but Santo & Johnny put their own mellow spin on it. Another standout track, "La Mar = La Mer," feels like a musical bridge between cultures, blending Spanish and French influences. It's the kind of record that makes you want to sit back, relax, and just listen.