Sammy Ayala; Salsa and Puerto Rican Music Voice Gone!
Salsa music lost one of its most legendary chorus voices with the passing of Sammy Ayala this week.
Sammy Ayala was founder-member of Cortijo y Su Combo, making a great 2nd voice to its charismatic singer, Ismael Rivera. He was a steady…
Is Politics a Good Mix for Latin Music Artists?
Is it appropriate for Latin music artists (…and yes, this applies to all artists and other public entertainers in general) to engage in politics and perform at campaign events of political parties?
Is the reaction different by either the…
Dori Caymmi’s “Poesia Musicada” CD Review
I listened to the Dori Caymmi album “Poesia Musicada” for the 1st time after a long and stressed day at the office.
On the way home, I was thinking of having a nice glass of red wine when I get home and take off my shoes. I remembered I…
Leticia Rodriguez Debuts with CD “La Americana”
Leticia Rodriguez is not your typical new Latin music talent. Leticia has been performing since age 11, her studies have been in arts, and has had a band for quite a while. Now at a mature stage of her life, Leticia Rodriguez finally…
Orquesta Aragon Brings Cuban Music to U.S.
Orquesta Aragón has been one of the premier musical groups in Cuba for 73 years. No, that's not a typo. Founded in 1939, they have maintained a surprisingly pure traditional Cuban musical sound through all these years.
When you see and…
Juanes “MTV Unplugged” CD Review
“Juanes MTV Unplugged” is the Colombian's 7th recording, and his 2nd Live album. It was recorded “live” at the New World Symphony Center a Miami on Feb 1, 2012.
“Juanes MTV Unplugged” was released by Universal Music Latino in May 29,…
Candido Camero; a Latin Music Innovator
Influencing and evolving the way in which one of the most vital and fundamental instruments in Latin music is played qualifies 91-year old Candido Camero as a Latin music innovator.
His particular musical background may have helped him…
Tromboranga’s “Tromboranga” CD Review
"Tromboranga" is the name of the debut "Salsa dura" music album from the Barcelona-based group of the same name.
When a group of Latin American musicians from different countries get together in a foreign European country and form a band…
Ruben Blades & Cheo Feliciano “Eba Say Ajá” Review
The much-anticipated recording collaboration of Salsa music stars Rubén Blades and Cheo Feliciano titled "Eba Say Ajá" was finally released in May 2012.
This project was in the works for many years (6), before Rubén Blades began work in…