Andy Duran
Salsa Dura & Descarga: A Tribute To Fania - Live In Venezuela
Import
CD
(Euro Compact 330058),
Released 2006;
Editor's Pick:
Here's a really cool release jam packed with full, thick, salsa swing. Meticulously recorded live from Caracas, Venezuela, this pristine tribute to the legacy of '70s Fania and its musicians is yet another reminder of the staying power of classic compositions like "En Orbita," "Anacaona," "El Ratón," "Juan Pachanga," and "Ponte Dura." The tracks chosen here are clearly the cream of the Fania jams — descargas of the utmost intensity and heat generating capacity. Bandleader and director Andy Durán specifically points out in the liners that "All compositions, transcriptions and adaptations are based on original arrangements from Fania and its artists." They did a terrific job in this respect, staying true to not only the compositions but the spirit in which they were originally performed. With "Indio" Juan José Hernández and Jonathan Medina on vocals — listen to Medina's take on "Ublabadu" the Machito classic later interpreted by Héctor Lavoe.
With guests Rogelia "Canelita" Medina (vocals), Ricardito Hernández (violin, coro), Jesús Bosque (vibes and percussion) and Héctor Adonay Castillo (guitar). This is a high caliber salsa celebration, replete with the best hooks and jams of a golden era, that should not be missed.
Very Highly Recommended. (BP, 2006-08-28)
Song titles include:
En Orbita 6:04
Anacaona 6:22
Ublabadu 8:23
Mi Debilidad 8:22
El Raton 8:14
Juan Pachanga 8:34
Mi Gente 5:00
Chanchullo 64:4
Bemba Colora 6:22
Ponte Duro 9:28
Musicians include:
Vicente Freijeiro Lead trumpet
Pedrito "Cumbana" Diaz Trumpet
Tomas Medina Trumpet
Michelle De Los Rios Trombone
Lisandro Laya Trombone
Banjamin Brea Baritone sax
Alberto Crespo Piano
Luisito Freites Bass
Luisito Gonzalez Tres
Daniel Cadiz Timbal
Eter "Kiko" Gonzalez Congas
Enrique Sojo Bongo, bell and guiro
Adrian Oscar Lista Chorus
Antonio Jose "Cheo" Clemente Chorus
"Indio" Juan Jose Hernandez Vocals
Jonathan Medina Vocal
Special Guests: Rogelia "Canelita" Medina Vocals
Ricardito Hernandez Violin and chorus
Jesus Bosque Vibes and percussion
Hector Adonay Castillo Rock guitar
Category: Salsa/Son
=> Salsa
=> Venezuela
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