A project dedicated to delivering the definitive sound of tango music to DJs, collectors, and devotees
The discographies provided by Tango Sparks are simply invaluable. In addition, Tango Sparks delivers some of the highest quality tango sound available today.
A preservation and restoration project reviving the original sound of tango recordings
Tango Time Travel provides meticulously researched discographies of artists for select periods of their recording careers. The TTT transfers are of the highest quality and are available for purchase on their website.
A rich collection of tools for the tango community
El Recodo provides artist discography information along with an extensive suite of tools useful to tango DJs and tango music lovers. Many of the discographies presented were cross-referenced with information from El Recodo to check for completeness and accuracy.
Association for the preservation and provision of Argentine Tango
Tango-DJ.at provides a vast database of tango discography information. This has been especially useful for searching and cross-referencing composer and author information. Tango-DJ.at is especially useful for DJs who want to compare different versions of a given recording to select the highest quality release.
Historic tango recordings in their correct speed and the best possible sound
Guardia Vieja presents extensive research conducted by José Manuel Araque, Enrique Binda, Camilo Gatica, and Mark John to prepare discographies and orchestra information on early tango orchestras. The discographies for Osvaldo Fresedo, Julio De Caro, and Juan Carlos Cobián depend on their extensive research. Guardia Vieja also provides high-quality transfers of early-era tango recordings.
The go-to site for tango history
TodoTango is the go-to site for anyone wanting to know about the history of tango artists and tango music. TodoTango is especially valuable for information on orchestra members along with composer and author information.
A detailed account of tango recordings before, during, and after the Golden Age of tango, along with tango orchestras, musicians, and singers. A must-have resource for anyone serious about understanding the artists and tracks of the Golden Age of tango.
Milonga Press — Books by Michael Lavocah
The go-to resources for tango history. They provide meticulously documented discographies, orchestra lineups, and also help to understand the various eras of the orchestras.
Keeping alive the legacy and figure of Carlos Gardel
The Carlos Gardel International Foundation provides an extensive discography and information on the life and music of Carlos Gardel. These resources were used to check and extend the Gardel discography presented here.
Provides a comprehensive discography of the works of Astor Piazzolla along with orchestra composition and historical details.
