🎉 Worldbeat Records Welcomes You

Welcome to our final year-end auction!

Please **carefully read** the:
NEW TARIFF REGULATIONS FOR THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

We remind you that tax charges are entirely independent of us.

For any questions, please contact us via private message.
We will gladly clear up your doubts and help you achieve a successful shipment with low tax charges.

We wish you happy holidays!

🇲🇽 LOS ÁNGELES AZULES: From Iztapalapa to the Legend of Psychedelic Cumbia

The story of **Los Ángeles Azules** is a testament to family roots and musical tenacity. The group was conceived and forged by the **Mejía Avante family** in the **Barrio de San Lucas, in Iztapalapa**.

Their musical journey began in the late 70s, not in a fancy studio, but in a humble *estudiantina* (student ensemble), honing their talent by playing simple melodies.

I. 👪 Family Foundation and Support

The project was built on the unconditional support of their parents, **Martha Avante Barrón** and **Porfirio Mejía García** (a suburban bus driver). Through great sacrifices like pawning property and working tirelessly, they managed to buy the group's first set of instruments, speakers, and amplifiers on payment plans.

• **Initial Goal:** To help with household expenses.
• **Early Gigs:** Neighborhood parties, quinceañeras, weddings, and community market anniversaries.

II. 🚀 The Leap to Psychedelic Cumbia

Initially calling themselves **"Playa Azul,"** the group aimed to fuse Colombian cumbia with elements of rock and roll, achieving a truly unique sound.

Key Early Lineup (Non-Family):

• **Leticia Méndez Santillán:** On the *guacharaca* (scraper)
• **Alfredo and Enrique Clavijo Díaz:** On trumpet and trombone
• **Raúl Díaz:** On drums

After experimenting, they focused on cumbia, giving life to a unique style christened **"cumbia psicodélica"** (psychedelic cumbia), thanks to the incorporation of the **synthesizer and a full drum kit**.

III. 💿 Discos Dancing and the Sonidero Phenomenon

The band's path to success was solidified after a brief stint at Discos Pentagrama Musical. The **true turning point came in 1982**:

• **Breakthrough:** They signed with **Discos Dancing**, the label owned by *sonidero* and radio host **Poncho Zamudio**.
• **Debut Album:** **"Ritmo... Alegría... Sabor!"** (Rhythm... Joy... Flavor!).
• **Sonidero Voice:** Bassist **Elías Mejía** took on the role of first vocalist until 1995, sending *saludos* and hyping up the crowd in the true sonidero style.
• **Reach:** Their music dominated Mexico City and reached key cities like **San Luis, León, and Puebla**.

IV. 🌍 Legacy and International Recognition

• **Discography with Dancing:** Recorded a total of **eight albums** with Discos Dancing, concluding with **"Y Esta... Sí es Cumbia!"** (1991).
• **Collectible Value:** Their early discography is now a **treasure for collectors, DJs, and audiophiles**.
• **International Demand:** Their LPs are highly sought after and reissued in international markets like the **United States and Japan**, where their original, raw **psychedelic cumbia** style is highly appreciated.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: Changes to International Shipping

Dear Customers,

Due to the recent and **significant changes in US customs regulations**, specifically the elimination of the historic tariff exemption known as **"De Minimis"**, we are required to implement crucial adjustments to our international logistics.

This new regulation, which subjects almost all shipments to tariffs, has caused a **temporary disruption** in standard postal and parcel services from Mexico to several destinations.

NEW SHIPPING POLICY: Exclusive Use of Private Courier

To ensure your orders arrive safely, with full traceability, and in legal compliance, we are migrating our shipping exclusively to **private courier services (e.g., UPS)** for all orders destined for the:

• **United States of America (USA)**
• **Canada**
• **Puerto Rico**
• **Australia**

Effective immediately, our preferred choice will be **UPS**, a company with the capacity and expertise to handle the complexity of the new customs requirements. We are actively seeking the best rates and service quality.

It is essential that you carefully review the service rates **before placing your bid/order**, as this is the **only shipping method available** for the destinations mentioned above.

Rest of the World

For **all other countries not mentioned**, shipping through **Correos de México (Mexican Postal Service)** continues to operate normally.

We appreciate your understanding regarding these changes, which are beyond our control.

Questions? Contact us via Private Message!

EXCLUSIVE UPS SHIPPING RATES

Due to the recent elimination of the **"De Minimis"** exemption and the resulting disruption of traditional postal services, **Private Courier (UPS)** is now the **only available shipping method** for the **USA, Canada, Puerto Rico, and Australia**.

Rates have been established based on the quantity and format of the records. Please review them carefully before placing your order:

1. Singles Records (7" / 45 RPM)

2. Long Play Records (LP / 12")

If your order includes a combination or exceeds the limits shown, please **contact us via private message** for a personalized quote.

Auction Rules for a Successful Purchase

• No shipments will be made to any address other than the one provided by **eBay**.
• We do not accept payments outside of **eBay**.
• We do not accept payments on delivery. If you are not familiar with how the platform works, please inform yourself before making a purchase.
• We do not end auctions early. The starting price is the minimum we accept.
• We will not answer questions that are not directly related to the auction.

Payment Policy

• Any sale will be canceled if payment is not received within a maximum of **3 days**.
• If you need more time to make your payment, please send us a message to reach an agreement.

Packaging and Inspection

• The record has been cleaned with the **Spin-Clean washing system**.
• The inner sleeve has been replaced with a new white generic sleeve. The record has been placed in a new outer sleeve.
• The vinyl has been inspected with an **Ott-Lite lamp** to determine its condition. The package will be professionally and securely packaged for shipment.

Shipping Costs (Conflicting Rates Warning!)

**ATTENTION! The rates below (typically for postal service) are SUSPENDED for the USA, Canada, Puerto Rico, and Australia.** For those destinations, you MUST apply the fixed UPS rates shown above.

• Please wait for the invoice with the **actual shipping cost before paying**.
• LP / Singles:
  • USA / Canada: **$20** (Postal service is suspended until further notice - Apply UPS rates!)
  • Europe / America (other countries): **$25**
  • Asia and the Rest of the World: **$30**
• You can combine several records in a single shipment.

Grading and Sound

Our grading follows the international standard:

• Almost flawless (**NM**)
• Excellent (**EX**)
• Very good (**VG+**)
• Very good (**VG**)

Please note that the sound of a record can vary depending on the type of turntable and cartridge used. Our grading is based on playback with a **Reloop 700 turntable and an Ortofon 2M cartridge**.

**Important:** We will solve any problems to avoid negative feedback.

Cordial greetings to our buyers!