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Bongos and Bagels

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Five honkies and a donkey

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Fun with photoshop!

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Burnin’ up

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The Wild Rhythms of Jack Costanzo (aka “Mr. Bongo) “Latin Fever” Liberty Stereo.

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Pepsi light

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How low can you go?

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“Limbo Party” by “Ivy” Pete and his Limbomaniacs!   This comes from Bradley Loos who’s impressive collection of records is available for all to appreciate on flickr!

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Rhythm schtick

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“Off Beat Percussion” Starring Don Lamond and his Orchestra. Command Records. Stereo.

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Cinco de bongo

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Wong model

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Tito Puente Tambo

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Here’s a nice one from a cool Jazz record blog called Orgy in Rythm. In the top right corner RCA Victor seems to put this in the “Savage Drums” category!

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Tropic of dancer

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Bahama mama

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Another nice one from Muriels Treasure.

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