Gilles Peterson presents modern Cuban sounds and singers in this 2 cd anthology.
If you thought the alpha and omega of Cuban music was the Buena Vista Social Club, you’re going to have your ears expanded here, as there is a plethora of various moods and settings. Celestial female choirs open up on “Soy Cubano” while voices chant in rich textures on “Espera Mi Gente.” Folk voices meld with percussion during “La Revolucion Del Curepo Pt. 1 with Danay Suarez & Obsesion while some sensuous voice, piano and percussion from Danay Suarez float on “Lagrimas De Soledad.” Folksy guitar teams with vice as the Chillum Trio with Coki & Yeni deliver “Yemaya” and some post bop jazz sways on “En Lo Profundo.’ Modern synth rhythms and hip hop creep in on “Yambu’: and “La Plaza” with some funky salsa and brass during “Check La Rima.” Modern sounds for a modern culture.
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