Gimmicks - In Acapulco

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Review by candi k

The album In Acapulco by Gimmicks is a delightful blend of Latin rhythms and jazz melodies that will transport listeners to the sunny beaches of Mexico. The band's impeccable musicianship and tight arrangements make for a polished and enjoyable listening experience.

From the opening track "Acapulco Sunset" to the closing number "Tropicana," the album showcases the band's versatility and creativity. The use of brass and percussion instruments throughout the album adds a festive and upbeat vibe that is hard to resist.

Highlights of the album include the lively and energetic "Carnavalito" and the sultry and romantic "Besame Mucho." The band's covers of classic Latin songs like "La Bamba" and "Guantanamera" are also noteworthy, as they manage to infuse these familiar tunes with their unique style and flair.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Más Que Nada
La Concha
Acapulco Sunset
The Days Of Wine And Roses
Joy Spring
California Soul
Coco-Loco Samba
Honeymoon In Las Brisas
Wave
Good Old Brandy On The Rocks

Video

Gimmicks - La Concha (1971)
The Gimmicks - Coco Loco Samba (1970)
Gimmicks - Wave (1971)
The Gimmicks - California Soul

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Catalog Numbers

  • UICY-3236
  • 2468 004
  • 2468 004, UM3J 3002

Labels

  • Universal
  • Karussell

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Formats

  • CD
  • Album
  • Vinyl
  • LP
  • Reissue

Companies

RoleCompany
Record CompanyUniversal Music K.K.

Credits

RoleCredit
ProducerLeif Carlqvist

Notes

  • (p) 1970
  • (c) Polydor AB, Sweden
  • Recorded in Mexico 1971
  • Re-issued in Japan. Export Prohibited.

Barcodes

Barcode: 4988005595126

About Gimmicks

Swedish group that was started by Leif Carlqvist in 1968. They did Swedish interpretations of samba hits by groups such as Sergio Mendes & Brasil '66. Their own version of "Latin Groove" lead to an international release and recordings in English. Group members came and went but the group stayed sought after for bookings around the world. The group took part in the Swedish pre-selections for the Eurovision Song Contest in 1975 and finished second with "Sången lär ha vingar". The group was disbanded a few years later but made a comeback in 2005 with new members, lead by Leif Carlqvist. None of the group's records sold exceptionally well but they have become sought after by record collectors around the world.

Name Vars

  • Gimmicks
  • The Gimmicks Med Peppe

Members

  • Roger Palm
  • Leif Carlqvist
  • Diana Nunez
  • Kåre Ström
  • Mats Westman
  • Waldemar Hajer
  • Stephan Möller
  • Anita Strandell
  • Frank Andersson
  • Urban Hansson
  • Nils Sylvén
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Summary by candi k

In Acapulco is a well-crafted and entertaining album that will delight fans of Latin jazz and those looking for a musical escape to warmer climes. Gimmicks have truly outdone themselves with this release, and it is sure to become a staple in any jazz lover's collection.

Comments

ppastor974
ppastor974 2023-04-13
I will now think of this song whenever it is "half past three" because of 3:00.
tinachalabian
tinachalabian 2023-04-12
While this song is not part of the aforementioned album, this is a great find
anxietypandaonline
anxietypandaonline 2023-04-12
The gimmick is that they're a less talented version of Sergio Mendes and Brasil '66.
harishlad
harishlad 2023-04-12
KÖRSÅNGERSKAN DIANA NUNEZ ÄR TJEJEN LÄNGST UT TILL VÄNSTER 20 ÅR GAMMAL, LÅTEN INTE SÅ KÄND! HÄR FINNS ÄVEN LEIF CARLQVIST MED PÅ BILDEN, VET DESSVÄRRE INTE VEM AV HERRARNA SOM ÄR LEFFE! DEN ANDRA TJEJEN VET JAG INTE VEM DET ÄR, MEN DET ÄR INTE ANITA STRANDELL I ALLA FALL! VERKAR VARA NÅGON SLAGS SIGNATURMELODI, FÖR DET VAR ETT EVINNERLIGT LALLANDE, FRÅGAR NI MEJ TYCKER JAG MER DET LIKNAR EN MASSA BLA-BLA-BLA! SOM TUR ÄR HAR LEFFE GJORT BETYDLIGT BÄTTRE ÄN DET HÄR, MEN JAG GILLAR TVÄRFLÖJTEN, TAKTEN I LÅTEN OCH HUR LÅTEN SLUTAR! SKRIVIT OCH SPELAD PÅ DIANAS NAMNSDAG 29-1-2014!
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21355676777adg 2023-04-12
Oh man... that bass ! Thanks for the post !
rlnrios
rlnrios 2023-04-12
Thank you so much for this video that introduced me to The Gimmicks! I have over 300 bossa nova records in my collection but somehow had never found one of their LPs.
Were they the house band at Las Brisas resort in the 1960's down in Acapulco? Maybe they were just a featured group there a few times?
I love the samba-bossa nova sound, always will!
By the way, bossa nova basically mean "new wave" or "the new thing".

To mix lingos, I want to say: O bossa nova es un buena onda!
kickass8383
kickass8383 2023-04-11
Great version! thanks for posting nearly 10 years ago. I really enjoy this whilst driving.

-chuck
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania USA
whenstillnessspeaks
whenstillnessspeaks 2023-04-11
Absolutely fantastic ! thank you
pottergurls14
pottergurls14 2023-04-10
dig the beat JUST enough to look past the singing