WILD EXOTICA
VA - Jungle Exotica Vol. 01-06 [2015] (6 x CDs)
The “Jungle Exotica” series, launched by Swingtime Records in 2015, is an extraordinary musical anthology. This digital collection marks a significant milestone in the evolution of music distribution in the digital era, making a wide array of eclectic and rare tracks accessible to music lovers worldwide.
The series consists of six volumes each containing 21 tracks and each embodying a unique fusion of various musical styles. From soulful rhythm & blues to energetic rock & roll, exotica, from whimsical novelty tunes to instrumental pieces, the series offers a broad spectrum of musical genres, reflecting the vibrant and dynamic essence of music itself. A notable volume in the series, “Jungle Exotica, Vol. 3”, launched in 2015, is a testament to the series’ diversity. It comprises a selection of tracks, each narrating a distinct tale and taking listeners on a journey through various realms, eliciting a spectrum of emotions.
The “Jungle Exotica” series is not merely a set of music CDs; it’s an odyssey through the musical universe that surpasses geographical and temporal barriers. It’s a tribute to the transformative power of music to unite, inspire, and delight. As a digital compilation, it embodies the potential of technology to democratize access to a variety of musical experiences. This series is indeed a hidden gem for music aficionados across the globe. (B)
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Track lists
Vol. 01
01 Diablito - The Jungle - Single Version 2:18
02 Revels - Conga Twist 2:00
03 Baby Sticks - Pigmy 2:42
04 Enchanters - Cafe Bohemian 2:17
05 Majestics - Oasis (Pt. 1) 2:14
06 Peeple - Hi Yo Camel 2:04
07 Guitar Gable - Congo Mombo 2:23
08 J. C. Davis And His Band - Monkey 2:15
09 Emanons - Chalypso Bop (Chi Bop) 2:09
10 Del Saints - Tarzan 2:16
11 Hully Gully Boys - Yabba 2:09
12 Gaylads - Ah So 2:07
13 Cousins - Kana Kapila 2:03
14 Ganim's Asia Minors - Daddy Lolo (Oriental Rock And Roll) 2:01
15 Medallions - Carachi 1:42
16 Nocabouts - Jungle Safari 2:11
17 Jan Davis - Snow Surfin' Matador 2:21
18 Kookie Joe - The Kookie Limbo 2:06
19 Cherokees - Uprisin' 2:21
20 Preston Epps - Bongo In The Congo 1:57
21 Jan Davis - Watusi Zombie 1:59
Vol. 02
01 Nightcats - Jungle 2:38
02 Chaos Incorporated - Daktari Ooh-Ah 2:28
03 Tides - Midnight Limbo 2:28
04 Scouts - The Mr. Custer Stomp 2:13
05 Revels - Vesuvius 2:10
06 Sheiks - Baghdad Rock (Pt. 1) 2:05
07 Pasquale - Moon Madness 2:40
08 Dave "Baby" Cortez - Hurricane 2:21
09 Gaynighters - Jungle Call 2:18
10 Treble Tones - Safari 2:23
11 Ganimian And His Oriental Music - Come With Me To The Casbah 2:27
12 Gabriel - Hey! 1:59
13 Red Rogers - Congo Bounce 2:50
14 Sheiks - Ya-Habibi 2:15
15 Puddle Jumpers - Snake Charmer 2:03
16 Saucers - Cha Wailey Routa 2:14
17 Individuals - La Bamba 1:39
18 Merits - Arabian Jerk 2:07
19 Fabulous Cyclones - Cyclones 2:05
20 Whips - Yes, Master! 2:15
21 Highlights - Ah, So 2:05
Vol. 03
01 Bob Callaway - Native 1:56
02 Norman 'arab' Sands - Don't Wanna Leave The Congo 2:03
03 Johnny Parker - Oongawa 1:58
04 Youngsters - Zebra 1:53
05 Tarantula Ghoul And Her Gravediggers - King Kong 2:13
06 Ebonettes - Wild Man Walk 1:54
07 Dantes - Dragon Walk 2:00
08 Pastels - Jungle Run 2:30
09 Premieres - Firewater 1:49
10 Baron Daemon And His Vampires - Ghost Guitars 2:22
11 Megatons - Isis 2:10
12 Bob Taylor - Thunder 2:49
13 Saxons - Camel Walk (Pt. 1) 2:18
14 Ole Miss Down Beats - Geraldine 2:25
15 Grand Prees - Jungle Fever 2:12
16 Muhammed And His Robed Rockers - The Harem 2:30
17 Mad Man Jones And His Band - Snake Charmer 2:25
18 Delcos - Arabia 2:22
19 Arabian Knights - Night In Arabia 4:11
20 Parisians - Ambush 2:42
21 Sammy - Lion Is Awake 2:26
Vol. 04
01 Preston Epps - Afro Mania 2:46
02 Out Islanders - Moon Mist 3:04
03 Xavier Cugat & His Orchestra - Jungle Rhumba 2:47
04 Chaino And His Slave Boys - The Chase 2:31
05 Al Caiola And His Magnificent Seven - Istanbul (Not Constantinople) 2:06
06 Walkin' Charlie Aldrich - Hot Sake 1:48
07 Carnations - Scorpion 2:10
08 Harvey Fuqua - Any Way You Wanta 2:42
09 Arthur Lyman Group - Taboo 4:39
10 Takeshi 'tak' Shindo - Bali Ha'i 2:24
11 Les Baxter - Voodoo Dreams 2:54
12 Ralph Marterie & His Orchestra - Shish - Kebab 2:04
13 Blue Jeans - Moon Mist 2:58
14 Majestics - Oasis (Pt. 2) 2:06
15 Chaino And His Slave Boys - Ubangi Rock 2:22
16 Tokens - The Lion Sleeps Tonight 2:38
17 Champs - Mau Mau Stomp 1:51
18 Cal Tjader - Afro Corolombo 1:24
19 Eden Ahbez - Full Moon 2:53
20 Martin Denny - Jungle Madness 3:30
21 Webley Edwards - Alika 2:25
Vol. 05
01 Eden Ahbez - Eden's Island 2:11
02 Les Baxter - Atlantis 2:14
03 Paul Gayton - Hot Cross Buns 2:28
04 Preston Epps - Bongo Party 1:51
05 Cawanda's Group - Fakiiya 2:45
06 Boys - Cobra 1:55
07 Don And Dewey - Jungle Hop 2:09
08 Count Yates - Chimpanzee 1:56
09 I.M. Joe - Ouch 1:54
10 Martin Denny - Quiet Village 3:43
11 Cal Tjader - Ritmo Africano 1:38
12 Preston Epps - Bongo Shuffle 1:44
13 Chaino And His Slave Boys - Bongos And Whistling 2:12
14 Ivan Ward - Congo Glide 1:51
15 Fabulous Pearls - Jungle Bunny 2:50
16 Contrails - Mummy Walk (Walking Death) 2:39
17 Spot Barnett Orchestra - Sweetmeats 2:41
18 Tornados - Jungle Fever 2:10
19 Chaino And His Slave Boys - Bongo Stick Boogie 2:23
20 Les Baxter - Pyramid Of The Sun 2:32
21 Eden Ahbez - Eden's Cove 2:40
Vol. 06
01 Les Baxter, His Chorus And Orchestra - Simba 2:40
02 Johnny Pate - Muskeeta 2:18
03 Louisiana Red - Sugar Hips 2:10
04 Preston Epps - Bongo Rock 2:06
05 Parkays - Late Date 2:20
06 Symbols - Do The Zombie 2:18
07 Counts - Chitlins Etc. 1:49
08 Hank Thompson - Rockin' In The Congo 2:20
09 Eden Rockers - Wasted 2:38
10 Jay Hawks - Stranded In The Jungle 2:47
11 Valuneers - King Bee 2:32
12 Chaino And His Slave Boys - Toomba-Leeru 2:24
13 Jose Sola Y Su Orquesta - A Traves De La Niebla 2:58
14 Bob Drasnin & Ronny Lang - Tambuk 3:17
15 Martin Denny - Swamp Fire 2:34
16 Calypso Joe - Zombie Jamboree 3:04
17 Sandabs - Crab Louie 2:25
18 Preston Epps - Hully Gully Bongo 1:52
19 Eden Ahbez - The Wanderer 3:38
20 Bas Sheva - Lust 2:56
21 Criterions - Island Fever 2:24
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Got a lot of listening to do here! Thanks BB
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DeleteNo better way to spend time ...
Cheers.
LOVED this series when it came out (and still do). Only had volumes 1-5 so thank you for the complete set!!
ReplyDeleteHi MrDave,
DeleteI love having the full sets too.
Cheers.
Thank you, Glad your on an exotica kick lately. Its trending? Exotica had been surging in interest lately? The Facebook Exotica...and other Cool,Unusual Music music group just expanded by another 2000 members over the past 2 weeks. And you may be influencing programming over at Lounge King Radio? All fun music.
ReplyDeleteHi Domenic.
DeleteThank you! I’m thrilled to hear you’re enjoying the exotica kick. It does seem like exotica is experiencing a resurgence in interest lately. The genre has always had a unique charm. It’s fascinating to see the Facebook group growing so rapidly with 2000 new members in just two weeks!
As for Lounge King Radio, it’s exciting to think that our shared enthusiasm for exotica might be influencing their programming. It’s all about spreading the joy of fun and unusual music, right?
Cheers.
Hi Butterboy, thanks for the Exotica selections, AWESOME stuff!! Have loved this genre since way back when it was originally fashionable and glad there other fans out there. Cool, groovy, sweet and may I say even sexy!
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