The Best of Carlos Gardel
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The dates and facts surrounding the birth of Carlos Gardel, even his real name and nationality, are still argued about--more than 60 years after his death in a plane crash. But his place as the greatest singer in the history of tango is indisputable. Gardel not only nearly singlehandedly defined the tango-cancion (sung tango) and set the standards of interpretation. For many, he embodied the very spirit of tango--urbane yet streetwise, romantic but also tough, sensual but oh-so-cool. This collection, smartly selected and reasonably improved aurally, offers ample proof. North American audiences may recognize songs such a
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Manufacturer: Blue Note Records
Release date: 19 May 1998
Number of discs: 1
EAN: 0724382350521 UPC: 724382350521
Release date: 19 May 1998
Number of discs: 1
EAN: 0724382350521 UPC: 724382350521
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