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Key albums like 'Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood' (1977) boast rare vinyl pressings commanding varied prices worldwide.
Santa Esmeralda emerged from France in 1977 with a vibrant blend of disco, funk, and Latin sounds. Their catalog includes numerous studio albums released primarily on vinyl, with notable labels like Philips and Casablanca. The group's releases often feature extended dance suites and dynamic arrangements incorporating Latin percussion and soulful vocals.
Vinyl collectors can find original and reissue pressings from various countries including France, Brazil, Spain, Portugal, US, and South Africa. Their albums vary in track counts and frequently include mixes extending beyond typical radio versions, appealing to DJs and disco enthusiasts.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Carrere · 1986
Polydor · 1982
Fauves Puma · 1981
Casablanca · 1980
Sung Eum Limited · 1979
Philips · 1979
Casablanca · 1978
Philips · 1978
Philips · 1977Playlist
The tracks that sum up SANTA's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
The debut album featuring the extended title track combining 'Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood' and 'Esmeralda Suite' showcases their signature fusion of disco and Latin rhythm.
This album blends Latin and funk styles with disco grooves, including the nearly 10-minute 'The Green Talisman' opening track.
Featuring six tracks with Latin and pop influences, standout cuts include the title track and the 'Cést Magnifique + Sweet Suite' medley.
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Artists who share part of SANTA's musical DNA.
Collectors
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.
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Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
"Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood + Esmeralda Suite" clocks in at 9 minutes on the original 1977 album.— Album Tracklisting
The 1986 French reissue on Carrere label carries catalog number 66333 and is considered an original pressing variant with prices ranging from about €3.15 to €11.64 depending on condition and seller.
On the 1979 album 'Another Cha-Cha', the title suite extends to 14 minutes combining salsa, cha-cha, and disco elements, showcasing the group's Latin disco expertise.
The album 'Hush', blending rock, reggae, funk, and pop, was pressed in 1981 by Fauves Puma in France & Benelux, with vinyl prices reaching up to €12.97 among collectors.
Released by Polydor, 'Green Talisman' albums pressed in Spain (cat no. 23 93 310) and Portugal (2393 310) offer stereo and standard editions, with prices ranging from €3 to €5.40.
Over 52,000 listeners have engaged with Santa's contemporary pop releases on vinyl.— Vinyl Listening Stats
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Key vinyl albums by Santa Esmeralda were released between 1977 and 1986, including 'Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood' (1977) and 'Green Talisman' (1982).
Santa Esmeralda vinyl pressings come from France, Brazil, Spain, Portugal, the US, South Africa, Venezuela, and France & Benelux.
Santa Esmeralda's LPs usually feature between 4 and 10 tracks, often including extended suites and medleys.
Yes, reissues exist such as the 1986 French Carrere pressing of 'Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood', often more accessible than original 70s copies.
Most releases are vinyl LP albums in stereo, issued on labels like Philips, Casablanca, Polydor, and Carrere.
Santa's recent pop releases have garnered over 52,000 listeners in the French-speaking vinyl community.
The highest prices for original French pressings like the 1986 'Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood' reach around €11.64 in the resale market.
The Latin disco influence appears in extended suites and rhythmic tracks, often featured in long vinyl cuts like the 14-minute 'Another Cha-Cha + Cha-Cha Suite'.
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