War - Colección Latina

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Colección Latina by War: A Raw, Funky Fiesta That Still Slaps Alright, let’s get into it. War’s Colección Latina dropped in ‘97 and hit hard like a bassline you can’t ignore. This album is straight-up soul with some salsa sprinkled on top, mixing R&B vibes, Latin rock grit, and brown-eyed soul smoothness. Avenue Records put this beast out for both the US and Europe, but honestly? It feels universal. Like, borderless. The kind of record that makes you wanna grab a drink, crank up the volume, and just move. Now, I’m not gonna lie—there are tracks here that feel repetitive if you listen to the whole thing front-to-back (yeah, looking at you, multiple versions of "Don't Let No One Get You Down"). But when they nail it, man, they REALLY nail it. Two songs stuck in my head like gum under a shoe: “Low Rider” (Español) and “East L.A.” (Remix featuring José Feliciano). First off, “Low Rider (Español)” slaps so hard it should come with a warning label. Whether it's the Fantasma Mix or Mijangos Progressive version, it doesn’t matter—the groove is undeniable. There’s something about hearing those iconic lines in Spanish that flips the script entirely. It ain’t just a cover; it’s a cultural remix, and it hits different. You’re cruising down the highway, windows down, blasting this joint while dodging potholes because life suddenly feels cinematic. And yeah, maybe your Spanish pronunciation sucks, but who cares? This track turns everyone into an honorary Latino for three minutes. Then there’s “East L.A.,” especially the remix with José Feliciano. Dude brings his guitar wizardry and elevates the vibe to another level. It’s got that old-school funk energy mixed with Latin percussion that punches you right in the chest. José adds this raspy vocal layer that feels raw and real, like he’s telling stories over rum and late-night laughter. I mean, how do you NOT remember this one? Every time it plays, it’s impossible not to picture neon lights reflecting off wet streets somewhere in East Los Angeles circa 1975. It’s nostalgia bottled up and poured over ice. Look, this album isn’t perfect. Some tracks drag, others repeat themselves unnecessarily, but damn if it doesn’t have personality leaking out of every pore. It’s messy, unapologetic, and alive in ways most modern albums wish they could be. And honestly, isn’t that what music’s supposed to be? Not polished corporate nonsense, but a sweaty, chaotic celebration? Here’s the kicker though: listening to Colección Latina, you realize War wasn’t trying to reinvent the wheel—they were just reminding us why we fell in love with it in the first place. So next time someone says funk is dead or soul has no future, slap this album on and watch them eat their words. Or better yet, don’t bother explaining—just turn it louder.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Angel4:12
East L.A. (Remix-Featuring Jose Feliciano)7:24
Low Rider (Espanol)3:20
Cinco de Mayo03:59
Don't Let No One Get You Down (With Hispanic MC's)4:24
Don't Let No One Get You Down (Con La Colaboración De Hispanic MC's)4:24
Me And Baby Brother3:26
East L.A. (Remix)7:24
Me And My Baby Brother3:26
East L.A.7:22
East L.A. (Remix - Con José Feliciano)7:24
Low Rider (Mijangos Progressive Mix)9:1
Me and Baby Brother3:27
Smile Happy4:2
Ballero3:23
All Day Music4:8
Angel (Mix En Español)4:03
Angel (Spanish Mix)4:03
Low Rider (Español) - (Fantasma Mix)3:20
Hey Senorita3:33
Cinco De Mayo4:8
Salsa5:47
Low Rider03:20
Gypsy Man5:24
Don't Let No One Get You Down4:0
The Cisco Kid4:27
Low Rider (Espanol) (Fantasma Mix)3:20
Don't Let No One Get You Down4:24
Hey Señorita3:33
Hey Señorita03:33

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Catalog Numbers

  • R2 72866
  • 74321 52182-2
  • 74321 52182 2

Labels

Avenue Records

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Formats

  • CD
  • Compilation

Companies

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Distributed ByBMG
Pressed ByDisctronics

Notes

Made in the EU.

Barcodes

  • Barcode: 081227286620
  • ASIN: B00000343W
  • Barcode: 743215218227
  • Barcode: 743215 21822 7
  • Rights Society: BIEM/GEMA
  • Matrix / Runout: 743215-21822 01
  • Mastering SID Code: IFPI L205
  • Mould SID Code: IFPI 8776
  • Label Code: LC 3364
  • Other (Mould inner hub mirrored): DISCTRONICS

About War

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Funk group that started life in the early 1970s in Southern California. They formed out of the ashes of an earlier R&B covers group, (who also recorded as The Romeos and ), initially naming themselves Nightshift before producer discovered them and gave them a more distinctive name. Their initial recordings were collaborations with of English group The Animals, notably their first album ''. They later signed to United Artists and began releasing material on their own. Their first album was not a big success but their popularity was growing and later albums were very successful. They peaked commercially in the mid-70s with their Number 1 hit 'Low Rider'. Four members of the classic lineup from the 1970s have formed a new band (for legal reasons) called Lowrider Band. Things started to go downhill for the group in the late 70s when bassist B.B. Dickerson left and another member, Charles Miller, was murdered. Various line-up changes followed but the original magic was lost and the group were not as successful, eventually becoming just a touring act. A new generation has since discovered the music of War as they have been heavily sampled by hip-hop artists. The band continues to tour, although with only one of the original members. The other original members now play as the "Lowrider Band " however due to legal restrictions they are not even allowed to advertise themselves as former members of the band.

Real Name

    • B. B. Dickerson

Name Vars

  • The War
  • WAR
  • ¦©ü

Aliases

  • Eric Burdon & War

Members

  • Lonnie Jordan
  • Charles Green
  • Howard Scott
  • Pat Rizzo
  • Sal Rodriguez
  • Papa Dee Allen
  • Harold Brown
  • Charles Miller
  • B.B. Dickerson
  • Luther Rabb
  • Ronnie Hammon
  • Stanley Behrens
  • Alice Tweed Smyth
  • René Camacho
  • Scott Martin
  • Marcos J. Reyes
  • Stuart Ziff
  • Lee Levitin

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *Colección Latina* by War, released in 1997, is like a musical bridge between cultures. It blends soul, funk, and Latin influences into one vibrant package. One standout track, *"Low Rider (Español) - (Fantasma Mix)"*, shows how the band reimagined their classic hits to connect with Spanish-speaking audiences. And get this—they even teamed up with José Feliciano for an *East L.A.* remix, adding his legendary guitar skills to the mix. It’s not just an album; it’s a celebration of diversity and music without borders.