Peraza (May 30, 1924-April 14, 2014) was a Cuban Latin jazz percussionist. Thanks to his collaborations with guitarist Carlos Santana, jazz pianist George Shearing and vibraphonist Cal Tjader between 1950 and 1990, he is internationally recognized … [Continue reading] about In Barrio Marianao in Havana, Cuba was born Armando Peraza was a Latin jazz percussionist
Joseito was a consecrated Dominican merenguero who began his career in the 1930's, better known as "El rey del merengue, El diablo Mateo". As a child he learned to sing and dance. He sang at the "Fiestas de la cruz" and at wakes, since at that … [Continue reading] about Joseíto Mateo “They call me the Negrito del Batey, because work for me is an enemy”
On May 30, 1995, Carlos "Tabaco" Quintana died in Caracas, Venezuela, the city where he was born on September 15, 1943. Charismatic Timbalero, Sonero and Director of "Sexteto Juventud" and "Tabaco y sus Metales" the legend of Salsa made in … [Continue reading] about “Tabaco y sus Metales” the legend of Salsa made in Venezuela
The drum, tumbadora or conga as a soloist instrument in Cuban music or jazz bands, had as its first figure Chano Pozo, who, upon receiving the invitation of Mario Bauza and Dizzy Gillespie to participate in his big band, turned the world of jazz … [Continue reading] about The Tambor, Tumbadora or Conga is a percussion instrument of great importance in Latin music
We will tell you about five Salsa clubs to enjoy this summer in the Spanish capital Discover the essence of nightlife in Madrid city with five incredible clubs to dance Salsa until dawn. We suggest that you plan your next dance date so that you … [Continue reading] about Where To Go Dancing Salsa In Madrid?