In the heyday of the Latin big-band era, the undisputed titans-known as “The Big Three”-provided some of the most inspiring sounds ever heard this side … Read More “Yolanda Duke with the Tito Puente Orchestra: Many Moods”
Much has been written about the dynasty of the Valdés family – no matter where they happen to dwell – and Chucho and father Bebo’s … Read More “Chucho Valdés & The Afro-Cuban Messengers : Chucho’s Steps”
Without a doubt the sound of Cuban music has made its mark far beyond the island’s shores, and at the helm of its defining forms … Read More “Septeto Nacional Ignacio Piñeiro : ¡Sin Rumba no hay Son!”
From the outset of Blueprints you feel as if you are on stage with the band, and believe me that’s a good thing. So much … Read More “Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble: Blueprints”
Trombonist/arranger Phil Wilson has found himself gracing the bands of jazz great Woody Herman, arranging chart-topping and Grammy-nominated standards, and serving as an award-winning educator … Read More “Phil Wilson’s Panamerican All-Stars: Celebrate the Music of Antonio Carlos “Tom” Jobim”
The debut solo recording from Brazilian percussionist-composer Tony Mola gives you exactly what the title suggests: samba-and lots of it. If you are looking to … Read More “Tony Mola: Samba + Samba”