EditorsPick: [Previously released as Hot In Cuba: Havana Nights] More great performances from the 2003 Caliente! International Havana Club Music Festival features some of Cuba's best modern dance bands and is, essentially, a timba celebration. This one features Los Van Van, Issac Delgado, NG La Banda, Manolito y Su Trabuco and Charanga Forever. A timba collector's must-have. There are three DVDs in this series. See also Caliente: Cuban Heat DVD and Caliente: Cuban Dreams DVD Highly Recommended. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: A documentary DVD that also includes a terrific audio CD encompassing the history of the Cuban Cha-cha-chá. The DVD, 40 minutes, was directed by Jesús Dámaso González and is in Spanish with subtitles available in English, French and German. The 19-track CD includes material by Orquesta Enrique Jorrín, Orquesta Aragón, Omara Portuondo, Paulo FG and NG La Banda. Highly Recommended. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Wow, what a huge hunk of invaluable information! Don't be fooled by the title: this is not a simple "how-to" instructional tool. "Como Se Forma Una Rumba" is a fascinating, deep, documentary about the origins and evolution of nearly all popular and folkloric Cuban music forms as told by some of the most knowledgeable writers, musicologists and highly respected musicians in the field. Smartly written and directed by Ivan Acosta, Como Se Forma spans the gamut, beginning with the folkloric Abacúa, and leads the viewer through roots of trova, bolero, rumba, son, danzón, and descarga. Features interviews with, and performances by, Maestro Chico O'Farrill, Jose Fajardo, Juan Pablo Torres, Alfred Valdes Jr., Candido Camero, Horacio "El Negro" Hernandez, Israel Kantor, Malena Burke, David Oquendo, ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Includes a nineteen track cd exploring the genre. With Duo Evocacion, Duo Hermanas Marti, Trio Matamoros, Benny Moré, Lino Borges and a ton more. Also with a concise DVD history of bolero. Contiene DVD + CD. DOCUMENTAL BOLERO: El Bolero es históricamente tan rico como fenómeno, que ha evolucionado aunque manteniendo sus raíces netamente cubanas y constituye un hecho trascendente en la formación de nuestra cultura autóctona. A través de fragmentos de boleros famosos interpretados por conocidos cantantes, se hace un recorrido por la historia del Bolero teniendo como hilo conductor a intérpretes más jóvenes de tan hermoso género. DVD “DOCUMENTARY BOLERO” Bolero is historically a phenomenon so rich that has evolved (although) (but) holding on to its purely Cuban roots, and constitutes a tr ... continues (DR)

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EditorsPick: Very nice film following the travels of veteran street singer Miguel Del Morales, also known as "El Gallo." He goes to different provinces in Cuba, like Manzanillo and Santiago de Cuba, to perform for the pleasure of anyone who'll listen, old friends and new. With appearances and performances by Candito Fabré (who we also see playing baseball), Mirta Gonzalez, Alejandro Almanares, Armando Machado, Anibal Avila, Zaida Reyte, Paison Mallet, Los Cubanos Jubilados, Eulises Sanchez, Juan (the rapper), Cambron and Alberto Pablos. In the spirit of the Buena Vista Social Club. Official selection of the Cannes Film Festival. Highly recommended. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Una comedia entretenida y fresca que mezcla la politica y el humor de una forma unica. Cuando echan a la calle a un grupo de inmigrantes ilegales, estos busan refugio en la Embajada Cubana de Madrid, lo que coincide con el anuncio de Fidel Castro de celebrar las primeras elacciones libres en la isla. Esto crea una atencion no esperada hacialos ilegales que los hace el blanco de la policia local. Una bella reporterano se detendra ante nada para obtener laprimica. Enredos, politica y mucho humor. An original comedy where politics and humor mix offering the viewer a hilarious perspective of a real-life situation. After being evicted from their "cultural center," a group of squatters enter the Cuban Embassy in Madrid at the same time that Fidel Castro announces the first free elections. This ... continues (DR)

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EditorsPick: While the DVD is basically a short plug by the Cuban Tourism Agency, the excellent CD includes Angel Bonne, Paulo FG, Raquel Zozaya, Los Papines, Azucar Negra, Las Raza and many others. Recommended (for the CD). ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Featuring Orquesta Barreto, Orquesta Armando Orefiche, Pancho Cataneo Y Los Cubaztecas and Orquesta Tropical. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Back in stock! (Also entitled Cubamania: The Undiscovered Cuba Series / Intersound 5826) Performances and interviews from the First Annual Cubamania Festival, a five day event at the Casa De Música in Havana, Cuba (circa late '90s). Features excellent performances by Carlos Manuel, Klimax, Angel Bonne, Bamboleo, Los Jovenes Clasicos Del Sol, Tumbao Habana, La Farandula, Arte Mixto, Tony Pérez with Leo Vera, and La Barriada. Bonus features include a lesson in Cuban style Casino dancing. Produced by Diasuke Hinata and Gregory Noss. Over 80 minutes. Very good sound and picture, this is a fine snapshot of contemporary dance bands in Cuba. Highly recommended. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Very good DVD featuring the best Cuban hip hop groups including rappers like Yosmel Sarrias and Kokino Entenza of Anonimo Consejo, Hermanos De Causa, Explosion Suprema and many others. There's some pretty cool stuff here, including rappers joining street rumberos. Includes special features like performances from the Cuban Hip Hop Party in New York City, and audio tracks from the CD "Cuban Hip Hop All Stars, Vol. 1". Spanish or English subtitles. Worldwide NTSC compatible. Highly recommended. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: This documentary features an overview of Cuba's amazing musical history from the cha cha chá to bolero, from rumba to son, it features both vintage footage and/or interviews with Richard Egües, Senén Suarez, 3 De La Habana, Bola de Nieve, Pancho Amat, Tatá Güines, Benny Moré, Pérez Prado, Isaac Delgado, Pablo Milanes and many others. There are some very good moments here. Written by Phillipe Blot. Spanish with English subtitles. NTSC, 90 minutes. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: What a fantastic study tool for congueros, timbaleros and bongoceros. Basically what we have here are five tunes each featuring solos for each of the persussion instruments. Each tune is played three times: beginners solos, intermediate solos, and advanced solos. The soloists are filmed in three different angles so you can really see what the players are doing. Very smart. Additionally, you can also choose to have the songs played minus the solos, so you can play the solo part yourself. Features some of the best New York area percussionists like Jimmy Delgado, Eddie Montalvo, Little Johnny Rivero, Ralphy Irizzary and many others. Good supporting band too, with Ruben Rodriguez on bass and Edwin Sanchez on piano. One of the best instructional DVDs I have seen. Highly recommended. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: El Benny is a Cuban film released in 2006, directed and co-written by Jorge Luis Sánchez, his first feature length film. It is a fictional story based on the life of the famous Cuban musician Benny Moré. It includes new versions of his songs performed by musicians including Chucho Valdés, Juan Formell, Haila and Orishas. The film premiered in Cuba in July 2006, and was presented at the Locarno International Film Festival in August 2006, where its star, Renny Arozarena, won the Boccalino prize for best performance for protagonist in all sections of festival. The film was Cuba's candidate for the Academy Awards. The film won the "First Work" (Opera Prima) award at the New Latin American Cinema festival in Havana in December 2006. It received its official U.S. premiere at the "Palm Springs In ... continues (DR)

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EditorsPick: Basado en una historia real. Inspirada en el libro "El Cartel de los Sapos" de André López Lóprez. Esta es la historia de diez amigos, miembros de un peligroso cartel. su ambicion de poder y dinero lo llevara a traicionarse y hasta matarse unos a otros. Lo que impienza como una aventura adolescente de dinero rapido termina en tragedia para cada uno de ellos. El pacto que sellan al principio se rompera en mil pedazos cuando se enfrentan a la decision de ser asesinados por sus propios amigos o ser encarcelados y sometidos a pargar larguicimas condenas. Porque la unica verdad es que en este negocio, siempre se pierde. - 13 dvd's - Capitolos sin censura - Imaginas nunca antes vistas de la serie de televison mas impactante de los ultimos años - La historia de los carteles de la droga al desnudo ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: === El Cartel 2 La Guerra Total Sinopsis === Donde Martín González finalizó su versión de la historia de los carteles de la droga, Pepe Cadena toma la palabra para contar lo que ocurrió durante los cuatro años siguientes: cómo logró salir de la cárcel en Nueva York con el pretexto de cooperar con la DEA, sus casos como informante al lado de Anestesia, su huida a Colombia, y el momento en que fue nuevamente arrestado y puesto en prisión. Al igual que en la primera temporada , ésta épica serie recorre el turbulento mundo del narcotráfico, con los mismos elementos de acción, intriga, amor y comedia que la ha caracterizado. Guerra sucia, delincuencia, traiciones, muertes, persecuciones, "vueltas", operativos, peligrosas alianzas, oscuros negocios, historias familiares y amores imposibles son l ... continues (DR)

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EditorsPick: Just west of Interstate 95, shielded from the empty glamour of Miami Beach by eight lanes of highway traffic is a district with late-night festivities, art galleries galore, and delicious stewed oxtail. The neighborhood is called Little Haiti,and it might just be the best cultural scene in Miami. Nestled in Little Haiti's design district is a wonderful art gallery and performance space named after the Haitian city of Jakmel. On display is the vodou art of JudePapalokoTheGenius. But it is much more than an art gallery; it is an unofficial cultural center for the Haitian community. In November 2005, it was the site for a multi-day celebration of Fet Gede, the Vodou festival for the sacred dead. Three night's worth of drumming and dancing are captured here on this 2-disc DVD set. The ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Compilation DVD from Romerin's TV show. With Grupo Macondo, Willie Quintero, Original De Los Blanco De Venezuela, others. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: What a cool DVD documentary... a fascinating look at the evolution of musical culture in the South Bronx as it evolved from mambo to salsa, as well as the birth of hip hop. Tons of special guests and amazing archive footage. A Latin music collector's must have. Very Highly Recommended. - BP The South Bronx: The young generation knows it as the place where hip hop was born. An older generation remembers the time when this turf nurtured the hot New York Latin music sound that came to be known as salsa. From Mambo to Hip Hop: A Bronx Tale is an hour-long documentary that tells a story about the creative life of the South Bronx, beginning with the Puerto Rican migration and the adoption of Cuban rhythms to create the New York salsa sound; continuing with the fires that destroyed the neighborh ... continues (DR)

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EditorsPick: The most famous cuban ballad & fusion artists come together to present magnificent video clips that will certainly be kept in your mind forever. [from the liners] DVD & CD set features Sergio Viter, Lázaro Garcia, Miriam Ramos, Hel, Anais Abreu, David Blanco, Haila, Interactivo, El Gremio and many others. Recommended. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Haphazardly compiled DVD, most of which derives from the 2005 concert "Tributo Al Sonero Del Pueblo: Marvin Santiago." Here's what I wrote about that show when it first came out: "...And Oscar D’Leon does an amazing set that puts the packed house firmly in salsa heaven. He even gets Mr. Santiago himself to join in on “Me Mata O Lo Mata Yo.” It was an inspirational moment: Santiago, clearly ill, let the salsa spirit lift him out of his chair and join the party. A classic moment. In fact, that song has to be the highlight for me: with both Perico Ortiz and Humberto Ramirez’ trumpets screaming over the coro. Certainly one of the best salsa tracks on DVD." ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Consistently fine tribute concerts mark the productions of Banco Popular who, every year, produces a hugely successful show in Puerto Rico. Their tribute to José Feliciano brought together some of the best talent in popular Latin music. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: How often are we asked for a complete documentary overview of the history of Afro-Cuban music? A lot! Well, it was only a matter of time — a great idea that makes you wonder why it wasn't made sooner. This huge 3-DVD documentary about the history of Cuban music is the perfect primer for music enthusiasts, students and musicians. This vast work covers the breadth and impact of almost every Cuban musical style imaginable. From early Afro-religious and folkloric genres to the Habanera, Contradanza, El Punto Guajira, Danzón, Son, Guaracha, Rumba, Bolero, Latin Jazz and Cubop, Mambo, Cha Cha Chá, La Pachanga, Mozambique, Songó, Changüí, Nueva Trova, Miami Sound, Salsa, Timba and everything in between. The film-makers, Mario Fajardo and Lito Solanas, barely miss a beat. In typical documentary f ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: A fever dream, a plunging rollercoaster ride, a cinematographer's hallucination, a love song to the power of cinema. Welcome to 'I Am Cuba', the film rediscovery that has changed filmmaking forever — in a new deluxe edition! Director Mikhail Kalatozov (The Cranes Are Flying) and cinematographer Sergei Uresevsky's hybrid offspring of Soviet orthodoxy and Cuban tropicalismo is a film of dazzling contrasts. In four intertwining stories of the revolution, Urusevsky's acrobatic camera takes the viewer on a dizzying ride through smoky nightclubs and rooftop pool parties, rickety shantytowns and rustling sugarcane fields, student protest rallies and remote guerilla outposts. 'I Am Cuba' culminates in the most gorgeously filmed funeral procession of all time, as the camera floats through a cigar f ... continues (DR)

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EditorsPick: Following the underground Cuban hip-hip movement, Inventos offers a fresh and earnest look at the social and emotional backdrop that feeds into some of the islands more interesting young groups. EPG & B, Anonimo Consejo, Orishas, Tony Touch and Dead Prez are highlighted, and are seen performing as well as talking about their inspirations and motivations. Has additional special features with performances at Joe's Pub in NYC and also the Casa De Musica, Cuba. Highly Recommended. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: An amazing wealth of talent showed up to participate in this Celebration of Latin Jazz. This live performance, recorded live at the Jackie Gleason Theatre in Miami, May 18th, 2000, was well conceived in its choice of material, opening up with the Cal Tjader classic "Soul Sauce," then moving later into a spectacular Tito Puente tribute. Pete Escovedo never sounded better...he damn-near ignited his timbales. A quick look at the rest of the line-up will indicate the scope of this project. This was very special event and, luckily for us, it has been memorialized in this carefully crafted, very well produced DVD. One of the highlights is a simply terrific "Ven Morena," led by vocalist Oscar D'Leon who does a one on one with flautist Nestor Torres. And Steve Turre solos on an array of conch she ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Documentary DVD that focuses on the complex reminiscences and views of Emilio Aragón Bermudez (Miliki) and Celia Cruz in relation to their homeland, Cuba, as framed within their careers in music. With many interviews and/or performances by Willy Chirino, Albita, Donato Poveda, Paquito D’Rivera and Arturo Sandoval. Produced by Oscar Gomez and Emilio Aragón. Complete with DVD and soundtrack CD. Recommended. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Explosive live salsa concert from the Teatro Corporación Medellín De Jazz in Colombia from October 2004. One mega-show featuring three big names: David Pabón, Grupo Gale, and Maelo Ruiz. Very well done multi-camera shoot with good sound as well. Highly Recommended. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: With "Enamórame" - Papi Sánchez, "Acelerao' Y Pico" - Don Miguelo, "La Mala Palabra" a/k/a "Vamo' Pa La Calle" - Milly Quezada, "La Noche" - Locos Por Juana and more. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: As seen on PBS: LATIN MUSIC USA highlights the great American music created by Latinos, and celebrates the Latin rhythms at the heart of jazz, rock, country, and rhythm and blues. It's a fresh take on American musical history, reaching across five decades to portray the rich mix of sounds created by Latinos and embraced by all. Narrated by Jimmy Smits. • LATIN MUSIC USA DVD includes: • BRIDGES: See the rise of Latin jazz with the great Machito and the explosion of the mambo with Pérez Prado. Watch as Latin music infiltrates R&B and rock throughout the 1960s, from the Drifters to Santana and beyond. • THE SALSA REVOLUTION: Puerto Ricans and other Latinos in New York reinvent Cuban and Puerto Rican rhythms, adding elements from soul and jazz to create salsa. Follow the rise and fall of le ... continues (DR)

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EditorsPick: Compilation of classic salsa videos released on DVD format. A real mix, but with the occasional really great track. Includes material by Gilberto Santa Rosa, Rubén Blades, Victor Manuelle and many others. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Compilation of classic salsa videos released on DVD format. A real mix, but with the occasional really great track. Includes material by Gilberto Santa Rosa, Rubén Blades, Victor Manuelle and many others. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Compilation of classic salsa videos released on DVD format. A real mix, but with the occasional really great track. Includes material by Gilberto Santa Rosa, Rubén Blades, Victor Manuelle and many others. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Compilation of classic salsa videos released on DVD format. A real mix, but with the occasional really great track. Includes material by Gilberto Santa Rosa, Rubén Blades, Victor Manuelle and many others. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Compilation of hard swinging salsa bands produced by Diego Gale in Colombia. Features Quinto Mayor, King Bongó, Grupo Galé, Carlos Guerrero, Richie Valdés, Wilson Saoco, and Maelo Ruiz. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: A documentary DVD that also includes a terrific audio CD encompassing the history of the Cuban mambo. The NTSC DVD, 24 minutes, was directed by Jesús Dámaso González and is in Spanish with subtitles available in English, French and German. The 19-track CD includes material by Orquesta Riverside, Benny Moré, Bebo Valdés, Conjunto Casino, Chico O'Farrill and others. Highly Recommended. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: With "Lluvia" - Alex Bueno, "Vamos De Party" - Papi Sanchez, "Hony Tu Si Jony" - Kinito Mendez, "Demasiado Niña" - Eddy Herrera and more. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Grabados en vivo en el Teatro Auditorium Amadeo Roldán y en La Basilica Menor del COnvento de Dan Francisco Asís. En enero, frefreo y octubre del 2006. En commemoracion al aniversario 250 de W. A. Mozart. A 3 DVD set. Format: PAL, Zone: 0 region free. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: One of the few dance instructional DVDs we carry that was actually filmed in Cuba. Very authentic, cutting edge material. Highly recommended. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: This is a compilation of music videos from the stable of artists from Cuba's Envidia label. Each segment begins with a few minute introduction by the artist, which leads into the music track. Artsts featured are Pedrito Calvo, Sonora Gloria Matancera, Jesus Rubalcaba, Tirso Duarte, Ecue Tumba, Hermanos Izquierdo, Jesus & Havana City, Peruchin Jr., Conexión Salsera, Maikel Balco y Suprema Ley, Charangueros De Centro Habana and Amaranto y Su Orquesta. A DVD (NTSC & PAL are included) and CD package set. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Compilation of material from NU Records stable of reggaeton artists featuring Jomar feat. Keesha Y Lennox, Cheka feat. Keesha Y Kastro, Speedy feat. Jiny, Baby Rasta, Felo Man and others... ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Compilation of material from reggaeton artists including Cheka Feat. Guelo Star, Zion & Baby Rasta Y Gringo, Tito El Bambino, Hector El Father, Nengo Flow and others... ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: El especial, el cual lleva como nombre “Palés y la rumba de esquina” gira en torno a una época de la vida del insigne poeta Luis Palés Matos. La producción, que está dirigida por José “Jochi” Melero y Carlos Larrieu tiene como eje central los poemas del reconocido escritor. La dirección musical estuvo a cargo de Edgardo Cartagena y el guión es de Carlos Larrieu. La investigación y desarrollo fue de Pedro Reina y Noel Luna y la dirección escénica teatral de Pedro Adorno. En este especial de 56 minutos se recrea una época importante en la vida de Palés en donde, luego de enviudar, dejó a cargo de su madre y de su nana a su primogénito para mudarse a San Juan, donde entró en contacto con otros escritores y conoció a quien fue su segunda esposa. La Editorial, Universidad de Puerto Rico, pose ... continues (DR)

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EditorsPick: Documentary: "Un Punto de Cuba" The Cuban countryside has been the inspirational source for many poets and singers. Influences from other cultures are observed in improvisation, the way in which Cubans speak their minds and their feelings. The ten-verse stanza or "décima" has been a symbol in this indigenous Cuban cultural expression. This documentary film addresses for the first time and in a comprehensive way what is known as "Punto Cubano" (Cuban Pluck). Length: 52 Minutes. [from the liners] Also includes a 14 track CD that features material from Celina Gonzalez, Ramón Velóz, Coralia Fernández, Justo Vega and Adolfo Alfonso, and El Jilguero de Cienfuegos. Recommended. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: The new 2005 Banco Popular presentation meets the high standards established in previous years. This years celebration includes Andy Montañez, Olga Tañón, Juanes, Victor Manuelle, Manny Manuelle, Daddy Yankee and many others. Recommended. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: This compilation of video performances has some good moments like Dan Den's "Dale Pa' Que te Den," which features some pretty sexy dancing. Grupo Perspectiva does a modern, funky rendition of "La Comparsa," which turns into a salsa number. Tatá Güines goes head to head with Miguel Angá in an outstanding display of percussion ability in "Pasaporte." There are some weak spots, however, like Angel Bonne's lame romantic "Suenan Los Campanas" and Kiki' Corona's drippy "Adriana."Jelengue makes up for that in "Cachita," a fresh fusing of hip hop and exuberant salsa. My favorite is Azucar, a young band that is not ashamed to flaunt it's youthful sexiness. They do a good mix of salsa and hip hop. Recommended. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Compilation of videos by RMM artists including La India, Michael Stuart, Johnny Rivera, Jose Alberto "El Canario", Manny Manuel, Tito Nieves, Oscar D'Leon and Tony Vega. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Compilation of videos by RMM artists including La India, Domingo Quiñones, Johnny Rivera, Jose Alberto "El Canario", Manny Manuel, Tito Nieves and Tony Vega. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: The highly regarded PBS documentary about Afro-Caribbean music and dance is now available on DVD (nearly three hours). Hosted by Harry Belafonte. Highly recommended. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Here's an informative and fun to watch documentary about the history and sociology of the Cuban rumba. With many performances and interviews with musicians and others who "live" the rumba. How the rumba developed in Havana and Matanzas as a spontaneous artistic form of expression is discussed in detail with the likes of percussionist Alfredo Hernández, musicologist Bladimir Zamora, drum-maker Juan Bencomo, singer Mayito Rivera, anthropologist Lazara Menendez, rumberos Pedro Fariñas and Eloy Machado and many others. Lots of street rumbas are filmed here. The differences between the three main types of rumba — El Yambú, El Guaguancó, and La Columbia — are covered here as well. With special bonus footage of extended rumbas: Rumba En Centro Habana, Rumba En El Callejon de Hammel, Rumba En La P ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: With El "Gallo No Olvida" - Tito Rojas, "Empecé A Llorar" - Anthony Cruz, "El Milagro De Tu Amor" - Kevin Ceballo, "Mi Mujer Es Un Policia" - Puerto Rican Power and more ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: This DVD features Cuban style salsa suelta inspired from the dance culture of the barrios of Havana. The moves have evolved from a variety of Cuban dance traditions including rumba, orisha dance, son, cha cha cha, mambo, casino, plus the more modern influences of timba and hip hop. The steps, routines, and changes are initiated by a leader who can direct the action using a variety of techniques including: - calling out the name of the moves - hand gestures - demonstrating with their body. Leaders repeat the steps and moves long enough for followers to catch on. Followers imitate what the leader is doing and change steps when the leader changes. Another fine DVD from Boogalu Productions. Shot in Cuba, this dance instructional features the dance troupe "Ban Ra Ra" from Havana. Recommended. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: From the PBS series "Beats of the Heart." This is a documentary, so don't expect it to be a party dance DVD. But there are some very nice clips of Celia Cruz, Tito Puente, Charlie Palmieri and Ruben Blades. Color. 60 minutes. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Movie (DVD) + Sountrack (CD): Special Combo Sol Caribe, the greatest movie about Dominican music! The documentary about the legendary Tour around the country of 12 of the greatest all-time Dominican artists. Soak in the Merengue, Bachata, Son and Perico Ripiao Flavor! Join Johnny Ventura, Wilfrido Vargas, Milly Quezada, Cuco Valoy and all Solcaribe artists as they perfrom their greatest hits! "Sol Caribe", the documentary directed by Félix Limardo screened on Friday November 20th in Cap Cana to an audience that was obviously moved by the Caribbean rhythms that have made the land of sun a live show around the world The documentary brought together such Dominican musical greats as Milly Quezada, Fefita, Johny Ventura, José Manuel Calderón, Francisco Ulloa and Francis Santana, among others. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: A DVD compilation that includes, among others, "El Amor Es Asi" - Jorge Calderon & Jimmy Zambrano, "Loco" - Felipe Pelaez & Zabaleta, "La Miradita" - Silvestre Dangond & Juancho De La Espriella, "Sal Y Agua" - Poncho Uleta & El Coha Molina. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Just in. With Pipe Pelaez & Zabaleta, Jorge Celedon & Jimmy Zambrano, Gusi & Beto, Daniel Calderon & Los Gigantes. Silvestre Dangond & Juancho De La Espriella and others... ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Tango Fatal is an innovative, dramatic and imaginative feature film told through the language of dance. Combining a large ensemble cast, provocative fashions, sensual movements and enchanting music, Tango Fatal takes us into the underworld of Buenos Aires to thrill our senses with the culture of the Tango. Telling the stylized and tragic story of struggling cabaret owner who tries to save his business by fixing a horse race, and ultimately the rivalries between Tango dancers that flair up when a wealthy stranger arrives at the local watering hole, Tango Fatal's real lure is revealed through its expressive and sexual dance, the soulful music and the intoxicating seduction that is the Tango. With the Grammy Award winning soundtrack by renowned composer Carlos Franzetti and original choreogra ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Art dealer Arne Glimcher's 1992 directorial debut motion picture about two Cuban brothers who come to America in the 1950s to find fame and fortune in the Latin music world. Whether or not you love the film (I found it fun despite some thin acting; Desi Arnaz Jr.'s robotic take on his dad is pretty much hilarious), it's great to see so many of Latin music's heroes on the big (uh, small) screen. Well worth it for the Puente and Celia segments alone. Based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Oscar Hihuelos. With Armand Assante, Antonio Banderas, Cathy Moriarty, Maruschka Detmers, Desi Arnaz Jr., Celia Cruz, Tito Puente, José Alberto "El Canario," Ralph Irizarrry and many others. English. Subtitles available in French and Spanish. Dolby sound.106 minutes. NTSC Highly Recommended. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: This is from the "Beats of the Heart" documentary film series. This DVD looks at the Carnaval in Rio and how it has catapulted Brazilian samba to prominence around the world as striking mix of exuberance, sensuality and tradition. "A thrilling tour of Brazil, ranging from risky forays into the hilltop ghettos of Rio to behind-the-scenes looks at samba schools in preparation for Carnaval." 60 minutes. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: DVD and CD set featuring the music of Traje Nuevo, Beatriz Marquez, Luis Gómez, Muñequitos de Matanzas, Mongo Rives y Su Tumbita Criolla, Chicuela Son, Orquesta Sensacion, Trio Trovarroco and many others. Recommended. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Boogalu Productions has captured something very special with this latest film Tremendo Vacilon shot on location in Havana and Santiago de Cuba last year. Described as "18 intimate performance events", I would like to add the cinematography to this list. Granted that Cuban musical and dance talent would seem to be ubiquitous, it is no small matter to capture this with a camera. We are fortunate that this film compiles a cornucopia of fortuitous moments, spontaneous events, and cooperatively planned displays. One is awed by the diversity of the talent both in front of and behind the camera. If you liked the Buena Vista Social Club or thought it was interesting, and if you enjoyed the series called Routes Of Rhythm about the history of Cuban based music, then I think you will find much subs ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: This DVD features Joe Arroyo, Sonora Carruseles, Fruko y Sus Tesos, Alfredo De La Fe, Los Titanes and Sonora Dinamita. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Videos by Juan Luis Guerra, Thalia, Ricardo Montaner, DJ Kane, Obie Bermudez and others. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Popular Cuban comedy movie... Te divertiras con esta picara comedia! Papito es un actor joven con un sueño de escapar de su miseria en Cuba con su bella novia de años, Yoli. Ven una oportunidad cuando la hermosa joven logra enamorar a un español rico y mucho mayor que ella, el sr. Arturo, quien quiere llevarla a España. Con esperanza de ser millonaria y ayudar a su familia, Yoli tiene relaciones con el sr. Arturo...hasta que este muere de un infarto durante el sexo! La oportunidad de oro para hacerse millonaria desparece, entonces Papito y Yoli tendran que pensar en un plan. Aunque a veces las cosas no van como queremos... Nothing is as it seems in this hilarious film! Papito is a young actor who dreams of leaving his rough neighborhood in Cuba with his longtime girlfriend Yoli, This stun ... continues (DR)

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EditorsPick: Back in stock. Here is a well done documentary DVD by Rolando Almirante on the history and influence of the Cuban son. With the participation of Eliades Ochoa, Pio Leyva, David Alvarez, Reinaldo Hierrezuelo, Pancho Amat, Adalberto Alvarez, Dr. María Teresa Linares, Dr. Danilo Orozco, Manuel Villar and Zoila Lapique. Also comes with a lesson about dancing to son, as well as a bonus audio 14 track CD entitled "Sones De Oro" that features major Cuban artists like Beny Moré, Miguelito Cuní, Chapottín, Arsenio Rodríguez, Ignacio Piñeiro, Carlos Embale, Adalberto Alvarez and Chucho Valdes with Irakere. In Spanish with available English subtitles. NTSC and for all regions. Dolby Digital. Highly Recommended. ... continues (BP)

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EditorsPick: Totally hot part 2 of the ¡Ahora! En La Habana series (See Part 1 here). Featuring mostly timba and cutting edge Cuban dance music, this CD plus DVD set sports material from Los Van Van, Gente De Zona, Habana De Primera, Manolito Simonet Y Su Trabuco, Maikel Blanko, Pupy Y Los Que Son Son, Yulien Oviedo, Caribe Girls, El Micha, Bamboleo, Haila, Charanga Habanera and others. A perfect party cd -- and great dvd too! Most cd/dvd packs duplicate the same tracks on each disk. This dvd has a few redundancies, but has a big bunch of stuff not on the audio cd. Highly Recommended. ... continues (BP)

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