Fania Records

Fania Records is a New York based record label founded by Johnny Pacheco and Jerry Masucci in 1964. ¡Bienvenidos Mi Gente! Stay tuned! https://fania.com/

We are Fania Records, the home for salsa, boogaloo, Latin Jazz, Latin R&B and just about every afro-Caribbean rhythm in existence. As you know by now, Fania started way back in 1964, when bandleader Johnny Pacheco and lawyer Jerry Masucci founded the label in New York City. Ever since, Fania has been delivering the ultimate experience in Latin sounds. Music is our lifeline and we are proud to brin

g you the very best from our legendary All Star Team of legends such as Hector Lavoe, Ray Barretto, Willie Colon and Celia Cruz, among others. This is the place to find out about our latest projects, artists collaborations, and new releases.

12/02/2024

Thank you, Kavvi from LUNA LUNA for sharing his favorite Fania tracks with us!

"When I was growing up as a first Gen Latino in Dallas, Texas, Fania’s music was inescapable . Growing up in a Colombian household listening and dancing to salsa music was a weekly tradition. The music of artists like Hector Lavoe, Willie Colon, and Celia Cruz helped to exponentially grow my love for music. Having this Latin music to listen to while growing up in the states helped me stay in touch with my roots. These Fania artists have motivated me to making sure that LunaLuna always wears our heritage on our sleeves to help inspire the next generation of Latinos growing up in America." - Kavvi González, Luna Luna

Stream Kavvi's playlist now!
https://found.ee/luna-luna-playlist

12/01/2024

Celebrate Fania- Arte en Sonido this Art Week at the Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel on Miami Beach 🌴 Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Latin music and culture with salsa lessons, legendary Fania album ar, and unforgettable DJ sets by Hunters Of The Alps & Lagrimas de Oro 🎶

Embrace the energy and celebrate 60 years of Fania Records in true Miami Beach style. This is one you won't want to miss!

RSVP now 🔗💃
https://found.ee/rsvp-arte-en-sonido-surfcomber

11/25/2024

Celebrate the sounds of Fania Records with up to 40% off on vinyl, merch, and more! It’s the perfect time to upgrade your collection or find the ultimate gift for the salsa lover in your life.

📆 Sale ends December 2nd

🌟 Shop on Fania.com

11/25/2024

In the ’70s, Celia Cruz signed to Fania, where she released some of her most successful titles, performed alongside many of her iconic labelmates. One such peer was Willie Colón. Their 1981 collaboration titled CELIA Y WILLIE marked the second album by Cruz and Colón, a highly successful partnership between the “Queen of Salsa” and “El Malo del Bronx.”

writes that a Cruz/Colón collaboration “is to salseros what a Marvin Gaye/Tammi Terrell duet is to soul lovers or an Ella Fitzgerald/Louis Armstrong project is to jazz enthusiasts; in other words, you’re bringing together two of the best artists that the genre has to offer. When Cruz and Colón get together, the sparks usually fly—and Celia y Willie is no exception.”

CELIA Y WILLIE includes the hit “Dos Jueyes,” as well as favorites like the socially conscious “Latinos en Estados Unidos,” “Kirimbambará” and the irresistible “Come Down to Miami.”

Listen to this timeless album today:
https://found.ee/celiaywillie-album-lat

&willie

11/22/2024

Happy Birthday to the visionary, Harvey Averne! 🎂

Harvey Averne has worn many hats throughout his career—musician, bandleader, producer, and label executive. He’s won grammy awards, helped shape some incredible albums, and has collaborated with legendary artists contributing to Fania’s golden era of salsa. 🌟

11/21/2024

The legend continues 💥

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11/21/2024

Hoy recordamos al maestro Charlie Palmieri, “El Gigante del Teclado”. Con una carrera brillante que abarcó múltiples géneros como la salsa y el boogaloo, Charlie fue una pieza clave en el desarrollo de la música tropical. 🎹

11/20/2024

The Fania 60th anniversary celebration continues with a new compilation, FANIA RECORDS: THE LATIN SOUND OF NEW YORK (1964–1978).

🌟 This special collection highlights 16 of the greatest salsa and Latin soul songs released on Fania and its subsidiaries by some of the label’s most beloved artists, including Willie Colón, Héctor Lavoe, Rubén Blades, Johnny Pacheco and many more. The vinyl edition also includes archival images and all-new in-depth liner notes in English and Spanish by the New York–based music historian, author, artist, and activist Aurora Flores Hostos.

This compilation is not only a fantastic tribute but an essential introduction to Fania for new collectors and fans of classic salsa and Latin music. The digital format is out now, and the 2-LP set is available for PRE-ORDER NOW, and out on January 24.

Pre-Order Here 🔗
https://found.ee/fania-latin-sound-of-ny-store

11/18/2024

Thank you to for sharing his favorite Fania tracks with us! 🌟

“Fania Records to me represents everything about my roots and culture. I grew up listening to this music in my household and it holds a very special place in my heart. It moves my body, soul, and spirit. This is my therapy. My top 10 barely scrapes the surface on how much I love this catalog.” - Tony Touch

Listen to Tony Touch’s Fania’s 60th playlist through the link in bio 🔗

11/14/2024

Limited edition WACKO MARIA is still available on fania.com! Wacko Maria is a luxury Japanese streetwear brand with premium fabrics and craftsmanship co-founded in 2005 by Mr. Atsuhiko Mori.

Tokyo-based label Wacko Maria draws inspiration from music, film and art. Expect minimal cuts, cool graphics and statement slogans, like its signature 'Guilty Parties'. Fania is proud to collaborate with this highly sought after brand recognizing the iconic Fania heritage.

Shop Now!
🔗 https://found.ee/fania-apparel-store

11/12/2024

Honoring Eddie Benitez, a force in the world of Latin jazz. 🎸 Eddie’s debut Night Life with his band Nebula quickly earned him recognition, and his follow-up, Essence of Life, broadened his musical expression into smooth jazz and world music.

Known for groundbreaking performances, he played with Fania legends and became the first Latin artist to grace the stage at NYCs iconic CBGB.

Rediscover NIGHT LIFE 🔗
https://found.ee/benitez-and-nebula-night-life-spotify

11/06/2024

Because it isn't just music, it's a cultural revolution. From El Barrio to the world! 🌎

Thank you Rolling Stone, CBS News, Recording Academy / GRAMMYs!

11/01/2024

Translating to “burst,” Héctor Lavoe’s1985 album REVENTÓ found him seeking to re-energize the declining salsa scene by bringing together the sounds and players from the genre’s heyday. He recruited Leopoldo Pineda and Lewis Khan to recreate Willie Colón’s signature trombone stylings and reunited with percussionist/vocalists Milton Cardona and José Mangual—both friends from his early days at Fania. The result was one of the most exciting and rhythmically diverse albums of Lavoe’s career.

El Cantante’s versatility is showcased through a wide range of styles, including the romantic opener, “De qué tamaño es tu amor,” which combines son and Puerto Rican bomba. Fan favorite “Déjala que siga,” meanwhile, is a pachanga number, featuring a flute solo by the great Johnny Pacheco. Lavoe’s humorous side is also on display through a Spanish-language cover of Joe Jackson’s neurotic “Cancer,” which originally appeared on the British singer-songwriter’s hit 1982 LP, Night and Day. Another pop cover is “Porqué no puedo ser felíz,” from the Argentine duo Pimpinela. With the help of celebrated percussionist, musical director and arranger José Madera, Lavoe and his band transform the song into a merengue. There is so much to enjoy on REVENTÓ! It was such a success when it released, that it remained at No. 12 of the Billboard Top Latin Albums chart for five months!

Listen to REVENTÓ today!
https://found.ee/revento-hector-lavoe-spotify

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