Chango

Honey Is Sweeter Than Blood

Chango Honey Is Sweeter Than Blood
Label: Mercury
Country: US
Released: 1976
Format: Vinyl,LP,Album

Chango's Dynamic Blend of Latin Rock

Released in 1976, "Honey Is Sweeter Than Blood" is the second and final studio album by the American Latin-rock band Chango. The album features a lineup led by Pepe Gomez, who contributes lead vocals, keyboards, drums, and percussion. The group transitioned from ABC Records to Mercury Records for this release, marking a significant change in their musical journey.

A Tribute to Salvador Dalí

The album's title pays homage to Salvador Dalí's famous 1927 painting, "Honey Is Sweeter Than Blood" ("La miel es más dulce que la sangre"). This artistic reference sets the tone for the album's exploration of vibrant themes and complex musical compositions. Chango's sound combines high-energy Latin rock with Afro-Cuban polyrhythms, hard-rock guitar riffs, and punchy brass arrangements. The trumpet contributions by Steve Madaio, a skilled horn arranger, add a distinctive flair to the band's sound.

Musical Composition and Style

"Honey Is Sweeter Than Blood" contains nine tracks that each showcase the band's unique style. The album opens with "Life Is A Rainbow," an uplifting track that sets a positive mood. Other highlights include "Meeting Of The Gods," a spiritual jam that demonstrates their improvisational skills, and "La Rumbia," a fiery salsa-rock workout. The closing track, "Evil Lady," presents a hard-rocking finale that contrasts sharply with the more mellow moments within the album.

Recording Locations

The album was recorded at BRT Studios in Nashville and Two Dot Studios in Ojai, California. The choice of locations contributed to the album's diverse sound and lively energy. Chango's lineup showcases a variety of instruments, including congas, timbales, bass guitar, and acoustic guitar, all of which enhance the rich textures present throughout the album.

"Honey Is Sweeter Than Blood" is available on vinyl, categorized under Mercury Records with catalog number SRM-1-1103.

Tracklist

A1Life Is A Rainbow
Written-By – P. Gomez*Written-By – R. Andino*
3:20
A2The Last Ride
Written-By – P. Gomez*
4:45
A3Meeting Of The Gods
Written-By – P. Gomez*
5:32
A4Lady, Lady
Written-By – D. Gomez*Written-By – P. Gomez*
4:18
A5La Rumba
Written-By – B. Speakes*Written-By – M. Cruz*Written-By – P. Gomez*Written-By – R. Andino*
2:51
B1Dr. Jekyll And Mr. Hyde
Written-By – P. Gomez*
6:31
B2Thumbing A Ride
Written-By – P. Gomez*
7:07
B3Woman In Black
Written-By – B. Speakes*Written-By – R. Rook*Written-By – M. Cruz*Written-By – P. Gomez*Written-By – R. Andino*
3:59
B4Evil Lady
Written-By – P. Gomez*
2:45

Credits

  • A&R – Denny Rosencrantz
  • Bass, Acoustic Guitar, Backing Vocals – Burlin Speakes
  • Congas, Timbales, Percussion, Backing Vocals – Reinol Andino
  • Design [Album] – Desmond Strobel
  • Drums – Ken Weissman
  • Engineer [Assistant] – Bill De Schnelle
  • Engineer [Assistant] – Larry Rebhun*
  • Engineer [Assistant] – Rusty Thornhill
  • Illustration – Visions Graphics Design*
  • Lead Vocals, Backing Vocals, Drums, Keyboards [Piano String Ensemble], Percussion – Peppy*
  • Management – Johanan Vigoda
  • Photography By – Jonathan Exley
  • Producer [Associate] – Bob "Groovus" Breault*
  • Producer, Arranged By – Chango
  • Rhythm Guitar, Lead Guitar – Charles Rook
  • Timbales, Percussion, Backing Vocals – Mike Cruz
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