bobby valentin

Sesiones desde la Loma, El Evento 2 was an even better experience than last year's El Evento (1). Everything from the music to the logistics was better in the event organized by Norberto Velez, and the public showed up despite the week-long…

Of course, it's only my opinion, but to me, it's clear that "Bobby Valentin Presenta a el Cano Estremera" was Cano's best album of his career. Before Cano's First Solo Album Many of us loved many of the songs Cano Estremera recorded with…

Bronco, the record label of legendary bassist, arranger, and bandleader Bobby Valentin, has now made their catalog available in streaming services. If you're a fan of old Salsa, this is great news! Bobby Valentin, Willie Rosario, and…

Barry Rogers was probably the most influential trombonist in Latin music from the 1960s to the 90s. His work with Eddie Palmieri and the Fania All Stars earned him the respect and admiration of Latin music fans and colleagues. My first…

The Puerto Rico Heineken Jazz Fest took place in mid-March and I want to highlight three great artists that participated in the event; Danilo Perez, Miguel Zenón, and Bobby Valentín. Jazz Maestro Danilo Perez I'm glad that this year's…

In 1975, Puerto Rican bandleader Bobby Valentin left Fania Records to start his own records label, and released his debut double-album "Va a la Carcel". Bobby Valentin; A Star in Fania since 1966 After growing up in Puerto Rico until his…

I've been offline for the past 2 weeks due to a loss in my family. During this time, I realized Latin Music has little room for the sadness of a family loss. As I searched my music library for music that could reflect my mood, I found…