The exclusive Tropicoro Club at the Fairmont El San Juan Hotel in Isla Verde was overflowing to welcome the multifaceted Cuban musician Alain Pérez, who performed in Puerto Rico for the first time as a solo artist. Before the dance concert, held on … [Continue reading] about Alain Pérez Triumphs in Puerto Rico with a Confident Stride
On June 23, 1929, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Israel Vitenszteim Vurm, better known in the music world as "Carlos Argentino," was born. He was an excellent Argentinian tropical music singer who was part of the Cuban band Sonora Matancera. He was also … [Continue reading] about “An Argentinian with a taste of Cuba,” Rogelio Martínez told Carlos Argentino, the King of La Pachanga
January 1, 1981. The air was thick with the scent of a new year, but for Héctor Lavoe, it was anything but celebratory. In Medellín, at a New Year's Eve party hosted by none other than Pablo Escobar, the "El Cantante" himself found himself in a … [Continue reading] about The Night Hector Lavoe, “The Singer of Singers,” Refused to Please Pablo Escobar
Adrián Joel Rodríguez Rivera (a.k.a. “AJ”) had his first experiences with the electric bass at 14 years old. He began formal studies at the Antonio S. Paoli Specialized Music School in Caguas, Puerto Rico, that culminated with a Bachelor’s … [Continue reading] about Adrián Joel Rodríguez Rivera is a musician with extensive experience as a Bassist
Get ready, salsa lovers and Latin rhythm enthusiasts, because the Tempo Latino festival is returning to Vic Fezensac from July 24 to 27, 2025, for its 30th edition, promising an unforgettable experience. This internationally renowned event … [Continue reading] about Tempo Latino: An Unmissable Event in Vic Fezensac!