This LP opened a new era for Tommy Olivencia and for salsa, literally: his first effort for TH records (then recruiting salsa bands from the island) cemented his success for the group for the next ten years, as he turned in one successful LP after the other. This particular album combines Olivencia's penchant for humor, providing free rein for his energetic musicians and vocalists. "Tres Perlas" is a savory Cumbia; the son montuno "Atrevida" and "Que Dichoso" (both originally from Sonora Matancera's repertoire) feature soloists Louis "Perico" Ortiz and speedy timbalero Endel Dueño, respectively, with their dazzling work. "Del Montón" (a Colombian hopscotch-type dance, with a Kako-parody) was a smash hit, as well the plena "Que Feo el Pichón" (arranged by Jorge Millet). Vocalists Paquito Guzmán and Simón Pérez are superb, as usual; this exciting Olivencia recording remains unsurpassed, and still is a source of great request for this high-powered orchestra.
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