EditorsPick: Back in stock! ***Best of 2008 Editors Pick Award*** Since the mid-'90s this curiously named Venezuelan salsa orchestra has been heating up passions and filling dance floors throughout South America and beyond. Though the three vocalists featured on this live DVD are indeed youthful, they are by no means adolescents, and the band cooks like a bunch of old pros. At times, the whole production teeters on the edge of pandemonium, with out-of-control brass, breakneck percussion, and a set of eye-distracting and humorously manic dance moves courtesy of the vocalists – Menudo this ain’t. Through it ... continues (Pablo Yglesias)
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EditorsPick: Just in, totally new Africando DVD. This one includes hits from the CDs Martina and Mandali, as well as bonus track "Yaye Boy" featuring the late Pape Seck. Recommended. ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: The 11th Annual Los Angeles Salsa congress has been documented on two DVDs and are now available in one special package. There are 138 performances that total 8 hours (yes, 8) of pure salsa dance competition. The contestants come from all parts of the world including Italy, Japan, Venezuela, Spain, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Switzerland, and, of course, the USA. These DVD are typically produced in limited quantities, so order as soon as possible. While supplies last. For every salsa dancer, and for those who simply enjoy watching amazing dancing, this is a Must-Have and Highly Recommended. ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: If you had any doubts about Colombia being the new epicenter of salsa, the DVD-CD combo Tributo A La Salsa Colombiana will be sure to set you straight. The power and intensity of a grand-scale production has been concentrated to accommodate a smaller venue, and the resulting effect is that you feel like you are part of the dynamics of this show. And, man, what a show. Barros, one of the most sought after arranger-bandleader-trombonists in salsa, has brought together a top notch group of musicians to interpret the most memorable hits of Guayacán, Joe Arroyo, Grupo Niche, Los Titanes, Fruko y S ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: ***Best of 2008 Editors Pick Award*** The multi-talented Alberto Barros has a lot of “juice” on the salsa scene – you can tell by who his rather impressive friends are – Oscar D’Leon, Cali Alemán, Wilson Manyoma, La India, Issac Delgadpo, Lalo Rodríguez, “El Canario,” Gabino Pampini, Sergio George, Giovanny Hidalgo, “Perico” Ortiz, Alfredo De La Fé, Luisito Quintero, Diego Galé, Jimmy Bosch, and Sal Cuavas, to mention just a few. This is a high powered, teflon coated South American turbo-powered salsa affair, and if you know your Grupo Niche and Sonora Carruseles, this will fit right in with y ... continues (Pablo Yglesias)
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EditorsPick: Here's a fitting follow-up to band-leader, arranger and trombonist Alberto Barro's 2007 Tributo A La Salsa Colombiana (Vol. 1). The first one won rave reviews, including mine... "If you had any doubts about Colombia being the new epicenter of salsa, the DVD-CD combo Tributo A La Salsa Colombiana will be sure to set you straight. The power and intensity of a grand-scale production has been concentrated to accommodate a smaller venue, and the resulting effect is that you feel like you are part of the dynamics of this show. And, man, what a show." We'll here's Part ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: The life of master percussionist Alex Acuña is well documented on this high definition - surround sound DVD. Not simply a documentary, The Rhythm Collector is also a tour-de force of percussion playing. Acuña plays congas, bongoes, cajón, djembe, tambora, timbales and drumset on this biographic document. Mr. Acuña details a selection of global rhythms, so this hybrid DVD is also an instructional of sorts, Includes some classic live performances as well. Makes a terrific gift for any drummer or percussionist. More than one hour of percussive pleasure. Highly Recommended. ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: This field recording documents the ritual music of the Lucumí spiritual tradition, known as la Regla de Ocha or Santeria, as played in Matanzas, Cuba. Nine selections from three different public drumming celebrations illustrate drum rhythms, songs and dances for the Orishas, including rare footage of the Bembe Macagua drums and an unusual segment of Palo songs accompanied by Aña. In addition, there are interviews with Alfredo Calvo, Elder of the Egwado branch of Santeria, and two drumming demonstrations — Palo rhythms played on Aña and three styles of drumming for the Orishas: Majino (Arara fr ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Cuando se habla de comediantes cubanos, nos llega a la mente enseguida, a uno de sus grandes exponente en ete género: Guillermo Alvarez Guedes. Quien con un humor inigualable, nos hace rier a carcajadas como nadie. Este material se grabó en el cabaret Los Violines de Miami a principios de los años 80's y está considerado una pieza de colección. ... continues (DR)
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EditorsPick: Bla, Bla, Bla es una hilarante comedia que provoca risas desde la primera hasta la última escena. La idea de esta supercomedia es el afán de unir a las minorias del habla hispana en los Estados Unidos, una acción para la defensa de sus derechos con toda la comicidad de sus dificultades. Escrita, dirigida y producida por Alvarez Guedes. Con Alvarez Guedes, Carol Myles, Raymundo Hidalgo Gato, Maria Conchita Alonso, Zully Montero, Ruben Rabasa, Rebeca Silva. ... continues (DR)
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EditorsPick: Una de la mejores interpretaciones de Alvarez Guedes, llega a ustedes con el sabor y el humor que caracteriza a nuestro humorista Cubano, que por muchos años now ha deleitado con su gracia. Con Alvarez Guedes, Gina Romand, Sonia Noemi Gonzalez, Olga Lidia, Manolo Villamil. ... continues (DR)
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EditorsPick: Qué haría Ud. si las nalgas de su mujer fueran declaradas "Zona Militar" por el Gobierno de los estados Unidos? Una deliciosa comedia para los amantes del género. Con: Balnca Guerra, Adolfo Blum, Aramndo Roblan, Trini Alonso, Cesar Campa, Maria Eugenia Davila. Canciones de Willy Chirino. ... continues (DR)
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EditorsPick: En El Cine, Se Vende Un Carro, El Que Vendia Papas, El Ciego y El Perro, El Camarero, El Cazador Manco, El Viajero de Chicago, Los Fencios, Atanacio, Coco y Piña, El Supositario, Los Elefantes, El Cura y Los Argentinos, Juan Kaka, Llego El Diablo, El Turista, Surprise, El Del Banco, El Catador, Un Avion Macho, La Carretilla, La Papaya, Robert Redford, Los Que Soñaban, Este Es El Doo Doo, La Cotorra Frita, Mama Te Perdona, Las Novelas (Vol. 1), Los Novelas (Vol. 2), El Actor, Hialeah, Quitese La Ropa, El Empresario, La Liguita, El Cazador De Leones, Compensacion, El Predicador, En la Tienda, Yo ... continues (DR)
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EditorsPick: Como "un actonecimiento para la TV hispana de los Estados Unidos" puede catalogarse la aparición de sta serie de 39 programas que el primer humorista de hisoanoamerica realizó para la cadena Univisión. "Aquí Está Alvarez Guedes" es un "Talk Show" de media hora de duración que incluye, como Donohue, un panel del especialistas: que intercala, como Johnny Carson, "Skeches" y monólogos; que realiza, como Gerardo Rivera entrevidtas en la calle. Pero que por la fuerte raíz latina, el genio humorístico y la definida personalidad escéncia de su anfitrión, no se parece a ninguno de estos favoritos de l ... continues (DR)
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EditorsPick: En este film, Alvarez Guedes recorre todas las etapas del exilio Cubano en Miami, sus triunfos, sus discrepancias, sus costumbres y la manera en que los Cubanos han influenciado en la cultura de Miami. Y hace un llamado a la unión de todos los Cubanos para cuando el momento llegue se unan en la reconstrucción de Cuba. (from the liners) ... continues (DR)
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EditorsPick: Arnaldo Rodriguez has succesfully transformed himself from a timba singer (his 2003 debut Arnaldo Y Su Talisman) to a pop artist who mixes elements of rock and bachata in the mold of, say, Juan Luis Guerra. This new project mixes up some live performances as well as studio work. Also included is a full-length DVD of his live concert. Recommended. ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: The extraordinary Cuban trumpeter Arturo Sandoval lets loose at this live performance from 1992. He not only makes impossible sounds come out of his trumpet, he also burns up the timbale skins here, Recommended. ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: DVD and CD package set of Mr. Sandoval's live 2004 session at the Blue Note, NYC. With Tomas Cruz on percussion, Dennis Marks on bass, sax player Felipe Lamoglia, Rene Toledo on guitar, Alexis Arce on drums, pianist Phil Magallanes, and Mr. Sandoval playing trumpet, piano and timbales. Recommended/ ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: DVD of Mr. Sandoval's live 2004 session at the Blue Note, NYC. With Tomas Cruz on percussion, Dennis Marks on bass, sax player Felipe Lamoglia, Rene Toledo on guitar, Alexis Arce on drums, pianist Phil Magallanes, and Mr. Sandoval playing trumpet, piano and timbales. Recommended. ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Recorded at the Power Center for the Performing Arts, June 29, 2007. With bassist Armando Gola, conguero Tomas Cruz, others. ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Live from Madison Square Garden. With guests Gerry Grimaud, Jr. Aka Bombin' Gerry, Henry Santos Jeter, Hector "El Torito" Acosta, Wisin & Yandel, Anthony Santos, and violinist Miri Ben-Ari. ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Live from Madison Square Garden. With guests Gerry Grimaud, Jr. Aka Bombin' Gerry, Henry Santos Jeter, Hector "El Torito" Acosta, Wisin & Yandel, Anthony Santos, and violinist Miri Ben-Ari. ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: José Alfredo Carrión is the former principal dancer of Ballet Folklórico Cutumba. Born in Santiago, José began his career as a professional dancer in 1980 when he was invited to join Cutumba at the age of 17. After 25 years of researching, revitalizing & presenting the folkloric manifestations of Afro-Franco-Haitian -Cuban origin found primarily in Cuba's Eastern (Oriente) provinces, José has retired from Cutumba and moved to the United States where he is now the Co-director of the Academy of Cuban Folklore and Dance in Seattle, Washington. ELEGGUÁ is the 2nd in a series of instructional Cuban ... continues (DR)
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EditorsPick: Good compilation of Cuba's hottest modern dance band. Includes two tracks previously unreleased ("Shake Your Body/Si Bamboleo Te Gusta" and "Ka Cha Cha"), as well as a bonus DVD disc with a good bunch of videos: one polished, the rest rough, but all fun and very sexy. The DVDs include Vania Borges and Haila Mompie on vocals. If you are not hip to Bamboleo, get this now. Highly recommended. ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Splash some water in my face, will you? I could be dreaming here. Whoa... Knock Out is, by far, the best live modern Cuban dance concert DVD we have come across to date. It took seven camera men (yes, seven) to capture the intensity and heat of this milestone show. Recorded live in September of 2005 at the Teatro Karl Marx, Knock Out brings two of Cuba's heaviest dance bands, Manolito y Su Trabuco and Bamboleo, together in an event that gave the audience something to tell their grandkids about. Billed as a heavyweight battle between two boxers, the DVD opens, hysterically, with Manolito and Lá ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Superbly filmed, this two DVD package consists of an 80 minute live performance in Mallorca in June of 2003, as well as a 58 minute documentary entitled "La Cocina De Bebo Y Cigala" which is about the history of their collaboration, as well as the behind the scenes preparation for their concert and the critically acclaimed CD Lágrimas Negras. Produced by Fernando Trueba, the award winning director of Calle 54 and Javier Limón. Mr. Valdes' rich and elegant piano playing paired with Cigala's rough-edged heartfelt voice is a marriage m ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: This is the best DVD presentation about the life of legendary Cuban singer-bandleader Benny Moré that we have come across. Directed by Ilena Rodriguez, and with interviews with family members (most notably his daughter, Hilda) and musicians including Ibrahim Ferrer, Eliades Ochoa, Isaac Delgado and many others -- this DVD will be indispensable tool for collectors and students of Cuban music. Includes many archived film clips of Moré and his band performing some of his masterpieces like "Oh Vida," "Santa Isabel de las Lajas," "Mata Siguaraya," and "Que bueno baila usted." In Spanish, French and ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Here's a rarity: A DVD of complete songs -- not just ten second clips - of Beny Moré and Daniel Santos. Mostly of Beny Moré (with fourteen of the 21 tracks his), which is fine, because these are the ones to watch. Taken mostly from movies he's appeared in, this compilation has Beny singing and dancing. His band is hip and knows how to generate heat — watch out for some enticing mambo dancing: the gyrating woman in "El Timberito De Belén" would make even the most sedate heart palpitate. Other terrific tracks to look for are "El Baile De Sillón" and "Morón," both Moré gems. Not that every track ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Documentary about Cuba's legendary vocalist Beny Moré. With the basis being the building of a tribute concert performance by the Tropicana All Stars, reminiscences by many special guests are interspersed and help to piece together the life and rise of Morés professional career. With the participation of Chocolate Armenteros, Olga Guillot, Israel "Cachao" Lopez, Marco Antonio Muñiz, Celia Cruz, Bebo Valdés, Generoso Jimenez, Willy Chirino, Paquito D'Rivera, Albita, Juan Pablo Torres, Oscar D'Leon and many others. Recommended. ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Simply fantastic compilation of Moré's best work resides on disk one of this double set. Remastered for terrific sound, it includes classics like "Maracaibo Oriental," "Santa Isabel De Las Lajas," "Bueno, Bonito Y Sabroso," and "Que Bueno Baila Usted." Disk 2 is a 52 minute DVD documentary called "Encantado de la Vida" directed by Lester Hamlet as well as a video performance of "El Maracaibo Oriental." Highly Recommended. ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: DVD focusing on Luis Maria Frometa, leader of the popular Venezuelan dance band Billo's Caracas Boys. ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Okay folks, you wanted a world-class salsa performance on DVD, right? Look no further. This is by far the best straight-up salsa DVD produced to date. Here's what I wrote about the 2-CD audio release of this performance some months ago... "In what may be the best live salsa show in years, Bobby and his crew have returned to the venue that created the classics Va A La Carcel Volumes 1 and 2... the state penitentiary. Recorded in Penitenciaria Estatal “Oso Blanco” in Rio Piedras PR, Mr. Valentin has discovered the real meaning of a captive audience. Jokes aside, this salsa explosion features spe ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: OK folks, one of salsa's best live performances has finally made it to DVD. This nearly three-hour live concert from 1991 -- held at the Bellas Artes theater in Puerto Rico -- celebrates Bobby Valentin's 25 years as Puerto Rico's premier bassist-bandleader. Here Mr. Valentin leads his superb band through hit after hit like De Nuevo A La Carga, Complicación, Naci Moreno, Huracan De Pasión, Fidelidad, Prestame Tu Caballo, Pirata De La Mar, Soy Boricua and many others. No less than ten esteemed vocalists participated in this tremendous event. They are: Johnny Vazquez, Marvin Santiago (who has ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: ***Best of 2008 Editors Pick Award*** It's in! The highly anticipated new project by the veteran bassist has the earmarks of a classic. Valentin knows exactly who he is and where he came from, at ease taking on past gems in a manner that is neither nostalgic or kitsch: with a purity of vision he makes them his own. With Evolution, an apt title indeed, he has produced one of the most intriguing and well-balanced salsa records I have heard in a long time: a class act that's smart, stylish, and packed with four decades of salsa know-how. The former Fania All Star brought in some special friends l ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Live concert of the popular Cuban pop band. Concierto filmado en la Plaza de La Revolucion el 12 de Agosto del 2008, Habana, Cuba. ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: In the tradition of their irreverent music and innovative videos, Calle 13’s original documentary follows the Puerto Rican hip-hop and alternative-reggaeton duo’s spiritual journey through the high plains of Mexico, Venezuela, Colombia and Peru. Standard Screen Tracklist: 1. Intro 2. Perú I (Lago Titicaca) 3. México (Premios MTV) 4. Perú II (Lago Titicaca/Mina La Rinconada) 5. Lima, Perú 6. Venezuela I (Amazonas) 7. Puerto Rico I 8. Venezuela II 9. Colombia I (Maicao) 10. Puerto Rico II 11. Colombia II (Sierra Nevada) 12. Puerto Rico III 13. Conclusión 14. Créditos Extras: 15. La Perla - (Tras ... continues (DR)
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EditorsPick: Solid, straight-ahead, danceclub salsa from Bogotá, Colombia. Led by trumpeter and arranger Jose Aguirre whose focus is clearly on the dancers. There are some real gems here, like the heavily swinging "Que Sera Lo Que Se Unta" penned by Delasker Quintero and the simmering Johnny Rodriguez track "Testicos Mudos." Terrific work by singer Diego Galindo. This is totally reliable dance material that would be a fine addition to any DJ's arsenal. Comes complete with a full audio cd as well as a live club performance on dvd. Highly Recommended. ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: The Camerata Romeu orchestra is considered one of the finest and most intriguing modern ensembles in Cuba. The band is an all-female string ensemble (and a percussionist) led by Zenaida Romeu — whose great-uncle was the respected orchestra leader Antonio Maria Romeu. Interestingly, the members of the group perform their repertoire — a unique blend of classical, Cuban roots and original compositions — by heart. No written material is used during their live performances. By knowing the material so well, they are able to communicate on a deeper level musically and emotionally. This film, directed ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Ivan Acosta's documentary focuses on Candido's contribution to the world of Cuban music, American Jazz and Latin Jazz. Through conversations, performances and testimonies, "Candido: Hands of Fire", grabs the audiences' attention all the way till the end. Candido Camero is a musical giant hailed as one of the greatest Cuban percussionists to come to the United States. He has played with more than two hundred great musicians, including: Tony Bennett, Dizzy Gillespie, Tito Puente, Tito Rodriguez, Bobby Capó, Charlie Parker, Duke Ellington, Stan Kenton, Chico O'Farrill, Ray Charles, Mongo Santamar ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Candido Fabré is definitely one of Cuba’s best vocalists, and a great composer, giving us seminal tunes like “Comenzó la Fiesta,” “A Palo No,” and “¿Quién Ha Visto Por Ahí Mi Sombrero De Yarey?” – and in the '80s and '90s, with Pachi Naranjo’s influential Orquesta Original de Manzanillo, Fabré found the best vehicle for his sonorous voice, impeccable improvisations, and adventurous spirit. La Original was truly original, bringing in new sounds and rhythms, giving Revé and Van Van a run for their peso, and impacting Latin groups beyond the sugar cane curtain. Fast forward to the later 90s and ... continues (Pablo Yglesias)
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EditorsPick: Ah, another noble idea in the burgeoning field of Cuban/gypsy hybrids. This one takes the manouche style of gypsy music, best known via Django Reinhardt, and blends it into the maelstrom of Cuban modern jazz. Practically, it works out that Mathias Levy, the violinist from the French group solos over the Cuban rhythm section. The French musicians contributed a bunch of the material, and the Cuban group interprets it; Vannia Borges and Tania Pantoja, former (Borges) and current (Pantoja) singers of Bamboleo, each sing one song. The group recorded a cd, and along with that cd is a DVD documentary ... continues (Peter Watrous)
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EditorsPick: 4-DVD set, in Spanish, of the social and cultural history of Cuba oringinally televised on Spain. Written and narrated by Carlos Alberto Montaner. With accompanying music by Paquito D' Rivera. From the liners: Carlos Alberto Montaner (La Habana, 1943) es escritor y periosdista. Escribe una columna semanal que llega a un gran número de lectores por medio de decenas de diarios es Estados Unidos, América Latino y Europa. Es autor de mas de viente libros de ensayos y narraciones. Ha sido profesor y conferenciante habitual en diversas univeridades e instituciones culturales. Sus dos últimos libros ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: This is our latest DVD featuring salsa Cubana, better known in Cuba as "casino". This title has four parts focusing on demonstrations of salsa Cubana styling along with a section of dance instruction. The stars of this project are ten dance couples who are a select group of some of the hottest dancers from Havana. All the dance couples are members of professional dance companies or dance teachers. part one - group dance All the couples dance together in rueda de casino circle formation and then split off and dance separately as couples. Live music by "Chaguito Y Sus Timberos". part two - in ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: This is a really fun video that shows you what the Cecilia Nöel experience is all about – sexy, soulful, sabroso music, fronted by a beautiful lady with zesty vocals, plus alluring female back up singers and dancers, entertaining visuals, and a crack big band that really cooks, whether it’s funk, disco, rock, salsa, cumbia, boogaloo, samba, balada, or a mix of any and all. Listening to her studio CDs only gives you some of an idea of her spirit and commanding presence; the sound quality on the DVD is great, and tracks like “Everybody’s Mambo” and “La Habana Nunca Será la Misma Sin Tí” are infe ... continues (Pablo Yglesias)
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EditorsPick: This wonderful documentary details the life of superstar Celia Cruz. Begins with a history of música Cubana, and takes us through Celia’s early years -- with some amazing early photographs -- and then with rare performance footage with La Sonora Matancera. Later, there is explosive salsa footage of her performing with the the Fania All Stars and Johnny Pacheco. With many interviews including family members, Johnny Pacheco, Ralph Mercado, India, Sergio George, and the Queen herself. Superb quality. In Spanish. The box indicates an English option, but I could not get that to work. Highly Recomme ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Hosted by Marc Anthony and Gloria Estefan, this huge lush event was conceived to pay tribute to the greatest star of the Caribbean, Celia Cruz, and to help benefit the Celia Cruz Foundation, which offers financial aid to Latino students who pursue music, as well as to help fight cancer. Celia is in attendance here, along with her husband Pedro Knight, who are lavished upon by the greatest stars in salsa and beyond. Victor Manuelle, who brings down the house with a spectacular rendition of “La Vida Es Un Carnaval,” Gilberto Santa Rosa, Tito Nieves, Albita, José Feliciano, Gloria Gaynor, India, ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Celia: The Queen is a documentary about the life and legacy of a stellar performer who brought the sound of salsa to the whole world.  She erupted onto the Cuban music scene as the front woman of  ‘La Sonora Matancera’, and soon became Cuba’s most adored singer.  Her trademarks cry ‘Azúcar’ became known across Latin America.  And when she fled Castro's Cuba in 1960 and eventually arrived in the United States, she started a second even more successful career fueled by her partnerships with salsa greats Tito Puente, Willie Colon, and Johnny Pacheco.  Ironically, while she became known as the vo ... continues (DR)
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EditorsPick: Unfortunately this CD and DVD by former Irakere alum César López and his Habana Ensemble is not an improvement on their 2005 album Andante. In fact, it may be worse – the string section just bogs things down and coats the proceedings in a sticky thick syrup of Cuban molasses. I really do not like the Kenny G. style of R&B jazz lite, and unfortunately, López’ tone seems stuck in a time warp elevator. As a Latino I feel it’s my right to complain that too many times our maudlin, sentimental side takes things over and drenches our fiery souls in schmaltz. There are a couple of tunes here that are ... continues (Pablo Yglesias)
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EditorsPick: It's finally here ...the DVD that all fans of Timba Cubana have been waiting for: a live performance by the amazing Pupy Pedroso y Los Que Son Son. The former backbone of Los Van Van is joined here by guests Angel Bonne and timbalero supreme Changuito, and perform the songs "Que Cosa Tiene La Vida," "La Bala De Billy," "Azúcar," "De La Timba A Pogolotti" and much more. Concierto de Pupy y Los Que Son Son en la Tribuna del Malecón habanero. Tiempo 54.07 min. Invitados Angel Bonne y José Luis Quintana "Changuito." Very Highly Recommended. ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Just in! The first DVD exclusively about the legendary percussionist and composer Chano Pozo, who helped forge a new era of Afro Cuban jazz and Bebop. This documentary has some rare archival footage as well as five complete new performances by Tatá Güines and others. Interviews with Danilo Orozco, José Reyes, Oscar Valdés, Ramón Fajardo, Manuel Villar, Orlando Alonso, Leonardo Padura, Lino Neira, Jorge Reyes, Changuito, Tatá Güines and Yoraldy Abreu. A collector's specialty DVD. Subtitles in Spanish, French and English. Compatible with all DVD players for worldwide viewing. Highly Recommended ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Ernesto 'Che' Guevara de la Serna represents one of the most enduring images of a political leader. His legendary character has been an inspiration for millions, yet many condemn him--sometimes bitterly. For all, he is a subject of controversy and passion. This fascinating film examines the myth of the "most idolized revolutionary of the 20th century (New York Times). Special Bonus Feature: Tracing Che In the documentary 'Tracing Che,' a Canadian film director goes in search of the man behind the myth, re-creating the legendary road trip through South America on an old Norton motorcycle that C ... continues (DR)
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EditorsPick: Originally released as a DVD only. Now available here as a DVD and CD package set. This live performance for 50,000 fans at the Plaza España in the Dominican Republic demonstrates the explosive party atmosphere that can be created by a dynamic bachata band like that of Mr. Peralta. Turn this one up loud and join the party. Features special participation of the Dominican Drum Ensemble, Grupo De Coro Folklorico de Enerolista, Orquesta Sinfonica de Santo Domingo and others. Recommended. ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Live performance DVD tribute to the legendary trumpeter Chocolate Armenteros. With Charlie Sepulveda and The Turnaround band as well as Luis "Perico" Ortiz and Elliot Feyjoo. Live at the Hotel Intercontinental, San Juan. The first segment is a short biographic overview of the life and career of Alfredo "Chocolate" Armenteros — one of the greatest trumpeters Cuba has given the world. What follows is one of the best quality Latin jazz performance DVDs we have come across. Crisp picture and excellent sound are found on this nicely produced four camera shoot. Fine performances by Charlie Sepulved ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Live concert from Habana, Cuba, October 2005. Complete with both NTSC and PAL versions for worldwide viewing. ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Wonderful documentary, filmed in Cuba, of one of the longest surviving legends of Cuban music. In interviews, Segundo talks of his early days performing with Ñico Saquito, Conjunto Matamoros, and, of course, Duo Los Compadres. Includes performances both solo and with the Buena Vista Social Club. “I eat chicken a little at a time, so I’ll want some the next day too. Love? I handle love the same way!” -- Compay Segundo Vintage footage as well. Excellent quality. Color. 60 minutes. Highly recommended. ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Very well done performance/documentary DVD celebrating Compay Segundo of the Buena Vista Social Club. Features interviews with Juan de Marcos Gonzalez, Omara Portuondo, Salvador y Basilio Repilado, Felix Martinez, Eliades Ochoa, Teresita Garcia Caturla, Los Compadres, Cuarteto Patria, Pablo Milanes and many others. Compay performs some of his best known songs like "La Negra Tomasa," "Huellas del pasado," "Las Flores de la vida," and "Chan Chan." Languages: Español, English, Francais Come with both NTSC an PAL verisions for worldwide viewing. Color/B&W Hi-Fi Stereo Running Time: 65 minutes ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Excellent live performance by the venerable Conjunto Clasico led by Raymond Castro. The is superb old-school salsa, and Mr. Castro used the opportunity to highlight his latest find, a lanky new lead vocalist named Héctor Luis whose clear, cutting, timbre begs comparison to the late Héctor Lavoe. This kid is good, and he glides through the conjunto’s best hits with ease, radiating a focused intensity that suggests that he was born to do this. Héctor debuted on last year's Si Ella Estuviera. The band has no trouble keeping the audience happy, giving them s ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Here's vintage Clasico, from the '80s in New York, that features singers Johnny Rivera, Ramon Rodriguez and Ramon Castro. The band plays their well known hits like "Vamonos De Rumba," "Señora Ley," "Los Rodriguez," "Amanecer En La Romano" and others. Recommended, especially for the collectors. Recommended. ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: "If ever there was a DVD that every set-drummer needed, "Afro-Cuban Drumset" is it. It's authentic and comprehensive, and will benefit both the student and the professional. Curt has done a great service for the Latin and jazz players." — Frank Dorritie, Grammy Award Winning Producer for Cal Tjader, Tito Puente, Art Blakey •Curt Moore With over 100 recordings to his credit, celebrated drummer and educator Curt Moore has amassed an impressive resume that lists collaborations with many leading jazz, pop and world music artists, including Francisco Aguabella, Pete Escovedo, Andy Narell, an ... continues (DR)
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EditorsPick: Now on DVD for the first time. Featuring outstanding performances with then rising stars trumpeter Arturo Sandoval and pianist Gonzalo Rubalcaba, among other celebrated Cuban musicians. Highly Recommended. ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Dizzy Gillespie: Live at the Royal Festival Hall This exciting concert was recorded live at the Royal Festival Hall in London. Dizzy Gillespie's lifelong dedication to music made him a legend. The impact that he made on the jazz world is undisputed. Gillespie never failed to gather around him the greatest musicians in the world. The solo offerings of such stars as James Moddy, Slide Hampton, (who also wrote most of the arrangements), Arturo Sandoval, Claudio Roditti, Paquito D'Rivera, and Mario Rivera are in themselves superb. The music generated is full of the different styles and rhythms tha ... continues (DR)
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EditorsPick: Recorded live December, 2006, at the José Miguel Agrelot Coliseum in Puerto Rico. This 2-DVD set features 16 tracks and three bonus videos. ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: In celebration of its ten years as the premier salsa dance instructional, Eddie Torres Teaches Salsa Nightclub Style has just been released as a 2-DVD set. As one of salsa's first professionally produced dance instructionals, this package created quite a stir when originally released on video in 1995. Now, a decade later, this much sought after learning tool is made even better with its availability in convenient, crisp, DVD form. This 2 DVD set will equip you with all of the necessary elements to help turn you in to the dancer you always wanted to be. Eddie and his crew of top-notch dancers ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Dance instructional DVD focusing on the Lambada. With duardo Niete and Annetje Riel. NTSC. English. 50 minutes. ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: Elder Sanchez is acknowledged as one of the finest salsa instructors in the world. In this DVD, he introduces the complete beginner to the basic salsa step, the principles of dancing as a couple and the first Salsa turns. Elder Sanchez has a unique visual approach to teaching. This program, designed for the home student, demonstrates his exciting and sensual style of dancing. So whether you're a complete beginner or you already have the basics, Salsa Salsa will help you develop your technique. — from the liners ... continues (DR)
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EditorsPick: Live performance recorded in July, 2008. This DVD features guests Zona D' Tambora, Grupo Mania and a crew of pleneros including Rafael Falú, Carlos Pizarro and Rolando Claudio. Recommended. ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: I just had a chance to preview this 2-hour DVD and I can attest that it is packed with terrific salsa, New York style. Ernie Acevedo's Conjunto Imagen and Willie Villegas' Entre Amigos are both highly respected salsa bands in this area and they rock this live performance in Brooklyn. Watch out for some sizzling timbale action from Villegas ...he's a monster. There are two amazing guests: Sammy Ayala, a veteran singer from Cortijo and Ismael Rivera, and the legendary cuatro player Yomo Toro (Fania All Stars). Also worth mentioning is that singer Frankie Otero from Wayne Gorbea's band is an inv ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: What a terrific combination documentary and performance DVD. Directed by Charles H. Wood, this fine production about the life of Félix Baloy, from his humble beginnings to his current stature as one of the most popular and charismatic contemporary Cuban soneros, is a must-have. Born in 1944 in Mayari, he started working early on to help out his family — first as a laborer, then milkman, than shoemaker. A huge fan of Beny Moré, Baloy joined Elio Reve's group in 1956. After his stay with Reve he joined Raul Planas in the group Tropicuba, and then on to Son 14 under the directorship of Adalberto ... continues (BP)
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EditorsPick: When the sizzling sounds of Brazil entered the mainstream of American jazz and rock in the sixties, Airto Moreira, the world's foremost percussionist, was the leader. Performing with his wife, Flora Purim, one of the most innovative voices in modern jazz, V.I.E.W. VIDEO is proud to present this steamy addition to its popular "Jazz Series." Recorded from the Queen Mary Jazz Festival, this live concert on DVD is a rhythmic, vocal and visual delight...a foot-tapping experience to the sounds of Airto & Flora Purim, truly two of Latin America's Jazziest All-Stars. 60 Minutes plus Multiple Bonus F ... continues (DR)
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EditorsPick: Now on DVD! "Francisco Aguabella is a master of the bata tradition as well as the secular conguero tradition. This film documents his move to the United States in 1957 and his accomplishments since then. " (Victor Rendón, 98/99 Catalog) Highly Recomended. ... continues (DR)
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EditorsPick: Live performance DVD of classically trained pianist Frank Fernandez. Here, he performs compositions by Rachmaninov and Ernesto Lecuona. With the Orquesta Sinfonica Nacional de Cuba. Total playing time approximately 165 minutes. Recommended. ... continues (BP)
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