Manu Chao – Clandestino (CD, 1998, Ark 21 Records 61868 10036 2 5, EMI MFG. Glass Mastering)

Why This CD Matters
Clandestino is Manu Chao’s debut solo studio album following his work with Mano Negra. Its 16 tracks combine reggae, folk-rock, electronic textures, multilingual vocals, and recurring samples into a continuous, interconnected program. The album includes “Clandestino,” “Bongo Bong,” “Welcome To Tijuana,” and “Minha Galera” and became a defining release in Chao’s international career.

Collector Note
This 1998 U.S. Ark 21 Records CD carries catalog number 61868 10036 2 5 and barcode 618681003625. This specific edition is identified as an EMI MFG. glass-mastered pressing. Manu Chao and Renaud Letang are credited as producers.

Availability
Single copy available—once it's gone, it's gone.

Condition & Details
CD: VG+
Case: VG+
Booklet: VG+

Technical Details
Format: CD, Album
Label: Ark 21 Records
Country: US
Released: 1998
Genre: Electronic, Rock, Reggae
Style: Folk Rock, Reggae, Downtempo, Leftfield

Matrix / Runout
IFPI L044 618681003625 MASTERED BY EMI MFG. IFPI 1632

Tracklist
Clandestino – 2:30
Desaparecido – 3:47
Bongo Bong – 2:38
Je Ne T'aime Plus – 2:02
Mentira... – 4:37
Lagrimas De Oro – 2:57
Mama Call – 2:21
Luna Y Sol – 3:07
Por El Suelo – 2:21
Welcome To Tijuana – 4:04
Dia Luna... Dia Pena – 1:30
Malegria – 2:55
La Vie A 2 – 3:00
Minha Galera – 2:21
La Despedida – 3:09
El Viento – 2:26

Shipping & Handling
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Shipped in protective CD bags.
Cracked cases replaced before shipping.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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