Candido - Jingo (1979, 12" Vinyl Single)

Explosive, rhythmic, and undeniably funky, Candido’s Jingo lit up dance floors in 1979 with its infectious blend of Afro-Cuban percussion and disco fire. Released on the iconic Salsoul Records, this 12" single captures the magic of the era’s crossover between Latin jazz and club culture. The hypnotic title track is backed with the groove-heavy “Dancin’ & Prancin’”, making this a double dose of dancefloor dynamite.

A must-have for DJs, collectors, and anyone chasing that deep, percussive Salsoul sound.

Tracklist:

Side A:

• Jingo (Extended Version)

Side B:

• Dancin’ & Prancin’

Highlights:

• A pulsating rework of the Babatunde Olatunji classic Jin-go-lo-ba

• Signature conga-driven grooves from legendary percussionist Candido Camero

• Released on Salsoul Records, a key label in disco and dance music history

• B-side “Dancin’ & Prancin’” is a funk-laced instrumental jam packed with energy

Details:

• Format: 12" Vinyl Single

• Label: Westside Records

• Release Year: 1979

• Genre: Disco, Latin Funk, Jazz-Funk

• Condition: VG

With Jingo, Candido delivers raw rhythm and party-starting energy that still resonates today—an essential cut for disco heads, Latin groove lovers, and vintage vinyl enthusiasts alike.