Antonio Machín (Antonio Abad Lugo Machín; 11 February 1903, in Sagua la Grande, Cuba ? 4 August 1977, in Madrid) was a Cuban singer and musician. In Havana, Machín was exposed to many genres of music. He joined several trios, quartets and sextets. In 1924 Machín formed a duo with the trovador Miguel Zaballa. Later he joined the Trío Luna, with Enrique Peláez and Manuel Luna. In 1926 he was brought into Don Azpiazú's orchestra, the house band at the Havana Casino. In 1930 he went to New York with Don Azpiazú's band, where El Manisero (The Peanut Vendor, written by Moisés Simons) was recorded. It became the first Cuban song to become a hit in the U.S., presaging the rhumba craze of the 1930s. Machín did not return to Cuba after this tour, settling in New York City for the time.
Tracks: Side A 1. Angelito Negros
2. Tango Una Debilidad
3. Dos Gardenias
4. Toda Una Vida
5. No Me Vayas A Enganar
6. Madrecita
7. Amar Y Virir
Side B
1. El Manisero
2. Camarera De Mi Amor
3. Esperanza
4. Cuardo Me Besas
5. Gracias
6. Envidia
7. Cuardo Caliente El Sol
