Cuban All Stars [Import]

Track Listings
 
1. Buena Vista - Luis Frank, Soneros de Verdad
2. Vengo Con Sed - Rudy Calzado, , Generoso "El Tojo" Jimenez
3. Chan Chan - Compay Segundo
4. Que Cosa Tiene la Vida - César Pedroso
5. Ay Lola - Sergio Rivero
6. Bongo Se Fue Pa'L Congo - Tiburon Morales
7. Baila Suave - Luis Frank, Soneros de Verdad
8. Cuando Ya No Me Quieras - Pío Leiva
9. Que Rico Son
10. Kikiriki - Rudy Calzado
11. Yo Vengo Aqui - Compay Segundo
12. Parece Mentira - Angel Bonne, César Pedroso
13. Macoris - Carlos "Patato" Valdes
14. Reina del Café - Rudy Calzado, Pío Leiva
15. Maria Caracoles
16. Moonlight Serenade

Editorial Reviews
Product Description
Australian pressing features 16 tracks by some of the greatest performers to come from Cuba. Latisphere. 2005.

Cuban All Stars,Various Artists,Latisphere,Cuba,Latin,Latin Pop/Rock Collections


Cuban All Stars [Import]

Cuban All Stars [Import]
Distinto Diferente
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Muy bueno
  • Excellent and different
  • Muy caliente!
  • A ton of fun
  • Hot, Spicy, Fun!
Distinto Diferente
Afro-Cuban All Stars
Manufacturer: Nonesuch
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000021XR7
Release Date: 1999-11-23

Tracks:

  1. Distinto, Diferente
  2. Tumba Palo Cocuye
  3. Tributo Al Nino Rivera
  4. Reconciliacion
  5. Variaciones Sobre Un Tema Desconocido
  6. Al Vaiven De Mi Carreta
  7. Gandinga, Mondongo Y Sandunga
  8. Huellas Del Pasado
  9. Warariansa
  10. Homanaje A Martha Valdes

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With a debut as smashing as their 1997 A Toda Cuba Le Gusta, the Afro Cuban All Stars would have to hit on all cylinders to not fall short on their sophomore effort. Alas, they don't hit the high marks that seemed so effortless on their debut, heading away from the earthy, complex body of emotions their horns carried and towards a style that reaches unabashedly for pop audiences. Of course, the pop audiences they address are old world enough to like their flute solos to be bombarded by big brass riffs and set off by crooning, sweet vocals. This brings up a key point: even a disappointing album by the likes of the Afro Cuban All Stars is better than most of what makes the airwaves, from Havana to Miami to Montreal. Aside from the more obviously polished elements, there are lots of traces of the band's debut, with the timeworn playing--especially on piano and percussion--sounding both overly commercial and terrifically organic. On many of these tunes, the cleanness of the sound draws the ear away from the music and towards the sonic varnish, the crystal clarity that in many cases would be cause for celebration. Here, it urges the side-by-side inspection of A Toda Cuba Le Gusta and Distinto, Diferente, the latter title signaling that the band has sought another terrain, maybe that commanded by Los Van Van prior to the rise of the Buena Vista Social Club and its roster of stars. --Andrew Bartlett

Album Details

On the Follow-up to their Largely Successful 1997 Debut 'a Todo Cuba Le Gusta', the all Stars Don't Just Pick Up Where They Left off -- They Bring Something Distinct, Different. These Grooves Are Designed for Listeners who Want to Dance! features Thetitle Track, 'tumbo Palo Cocuye', 'homenaje a Martha Valdes' and Seven More.

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Muy bueno.......2007-06-12

Se mantiene el timbre del Son Cubano intacto pero en algunas de sus canciones la letra haciendo alegorias a la dichosa revolucion extravia un poco la excelente calidad del Disco.

5 out of 5 stars Excellent and different .......2004-08-22

This is simply wonderful music. I consider the first Afro-Cuban All Star album, A Todo Cuba Le Gusta, to be one of my all time favorites. After the close of the first track on A Todo Cuba Le Gusta, I was asking myself, Where have you been all my life? I had no clue that I liked Cuban music but this is just amazing and it made me want more!

I don't feel quite that way about this album. It is a touch less fiery and a wee bit closer to mainstream tastes but believe me, there is nothing mainstream about it. The musicianship is fabulous despite the stylistic change. It is well worth buying and a great introduction to Cuban music.

If you are new to Cuban music and your tastes lean toward the metallic side of rock, you might enjoy the first album more. If you enjoy things a bit calmer than a frenzy but want still plenty of excitement, try this one!

5 out of 5 stars Muy caliente!.......2002-11-10

Pure magic, my dear ladies and gentlemen, pure magic. I smell cigar smoke whenever I go past the CD tower.

5 out of 5 stars A ton of fun.......2001-09-15

Lively, brassy, fun. An excellent follow-up to their first album. Get both.

5 out of 5 stars Hot, Spicy, Fun!.......2001-07-29

This music is absolutely addicting! Great to listen to while whipping up dinner or whatever else. However, DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS WHILE DRIVING! You won't be able to sit still and you and your car will be dancing all over the road. I can't wait to hear more from this very talented, sexy, and lively bunch!
Step Forward: The Next Generation
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • The Best of Today's Cuban Sound
Step Forward: The Next Generation
Afro-Cuban All Stars
Manufacturer: Globe Star Recording
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ASIN: B0009W8F6K
Release Date: 2005-09-13

Tracks:

  1. 13.3.2.21.1.1.5.5
  2. Adivinador
  3. Barbaridad
  4. Lo Dicen Todas
  5. Addimu A Chango
  6. Glicy's Mood
  7. Preludio Y Fuga
  8. Esperanza
  9. A Maria Le Gusta
  10. El Bolero De Juan Carlos
  11. On The Road Again
  12. Elegia A Ruben Gonzalez

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1. 13.3.2.21.1.1.8.5 (3:07)
2. Adivinador (5:26)
3. Barbaridad(4:50)
4. Lo Diven Todas(4:15)
5. Addimu A Chngo(6:15)
6. Glicy’s Mood(5:11)
7. Preludio Y Fuga(3:41)
8. Esperanza(5:06)
9. A Maria Legusta(4:11)
10. El Bolero De Juan Carlos(4:22)
11. On The Road Again (5:11)
12. Elegia A Ruben Gonzalez(9:17)


Format: Vinyl

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars The Best of Today's Cuban Sound.......2005-11-08

This album 6 years in the making, 50 musicians deep, is electric exciting and truly a treasure. Juan De marcos, truly must have enjoyed creating this treat for Cuban music lovers world wide. From Tirso Duartes searing Timba sounds to Leo Veras Soulful son, there is no "skipping" songs on this CD. Enjoy
Live in Japan (Bonus Dvd featuring Full HD DVD9 Concert)
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Amazing
  • Sabor Cubano!
  • Magnífico!
  • LIJ is Excellent
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Afro-Cuban All Stars
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ASIN: B000286S7O
Release Date: 2004-06-22

Tracks:

  1. Tanga
  2. Distinto, Diferente
  3. Amor Verdadero
  4. Habana Del Este
  5. Cada Vez Que Te Veo
  6. Los Sitio Asere
  7. Reconciliacion
  8. El Canallon
  9. El Son De Baloy
  10. Los Tamalitos De Olga
  11. Maria Caracoles
  12. Chan Chan

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The Afro-Cuban All Stars' A Toda Cuba la Gusta was released at the same time as the landmark Buena Vista Social Club and Introducing Ruben Gonzalez. But whereas BVSC was more acoustic guitar oriented and Gonzalez's album showed off his jazz leanings, the Afro-Cuban All Stars' debut was the most in your face of the three, with big brash horn lines perfect for moving dancers around the floor. This double-disc live CD/DVD retains the intensity of past works, but the 18-piece band doesn't feature the array of stars that appear on the two studio efforts. Nonetheless, the group still sounds tight as a drum. The 12-song set here includes four songs from the first album and two from the second (as well as their version of "Chan Chan" as a closer) with the rest made of De Marcos's originals and a few Latin standards. "Tanga" starts things off on an energetic high note, but the laid-back (for this band) "Habana Del Esta" shows the leader's stellar arrangement skills. --Tad Hendrickson

Album Description

Juan de Marcos Gonzalez is a central figure in Cuban music today. His work with the Afro Cuban All Stars, Ruben Gonzalez Ensemble, Ibrahim Ferrer, Sierra Maestra, and the co-creation of the Buena Vista Social Club has made an extraordinary contribution to raising the profile of Cuban music internationally. When Juan teamed with UK label World Circuit in 1997 to record an album of big band music in Havana, featuring the neglected stars of the Golden Age of Cuban music, the result was "A Toda Cuba le Gusta" by The Afro Cuban All Stars, an album that was nominated for a Grammy in 1998 and went on to scan 173,000 copies. When Ry Cooder went to Cuba to record the Buena Vista Social Club sessions, he turned to Juan to assemble and direct the band for him. Juan also directed the BVSC in their only three concerts, in Amsterdam, New York City, and Mexico. He is now set to take center stage with the multi-generational Afro-Cuban All Stars with their new CD/DVD release: "Live In Japan". This is an 18 piece jazz influenced big band that captures the essence of Cuban popular music in all its glory.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Amazing.......2007-07-09

The music is great, the video is well done. You get a CD and a DVD for the price of the CD alone! What a band, what a concert!

5 out of 5 stars Sabor Cubano!.......2005-08-31

You can't experience the Afro Cuban All Stars "Live in Japan" and not pause to wonder at the enormous force and artistic talent of Juan De Marcos González, its music director. He's an artist at the heart of Cuban musical expression and at the pinnacle of his vocation as a musician, writer, director and producer. He is no less than a cultural ambassador and icon of present day Cuba. Casting aside political ideology, he has undeniably helped to cultivate a re-emergence of Cuban culture that deserves nothing less than a Nobel Peace prize. Ok, so he might have to share it; so what.

The world's appetite for all things "Cuban" is rooted first and foremost in its musical heritage even as its legendary tobacco looms near. Unmistakably, De Marcos delivers this rich heritage to the world by meticulously assembling many of Cuba's musical legends and today's prominent musicians in spite of history, politics or ideological indoctrination. He remains a steadfast envoy of authentic Cuban music forms, the wave on which all music structured around its patented rhythms rides.

Perhaps turning to his tenure as a former instructor or as a member of Sierra Maestra, De Marcos demonstrates a penchant for injecting instructive doses of Cuban musical diversity and vitality. Part of his special touch lies in developing and showcasing young talent matched with the impeccable credentials of Cuba's music legends. He also offers his dancing and listening audiences Cuban classics mixed with newly pressed compositions. On this CD alone, De Marcos penned four original songs including the reprised and diplomatically appealing timba-son "Reconciliación," an appeal to Cubans to put aside their political differences and animosity for the good of Cuba. In "Distinto, Diferente" De Marcos reproves the many "imitators" of Cuban son for losing its sublime essence and vitality by rushing too quickly to the mambo and "coro or "estribillo" (refrain) sections of the arrangements. So many artists of the "salsa romántica" era became unwitting collaborators of the "rush" De Marcos decries and are now subsequently forgotten as if they never existed. There was little to distinguish one track or artist from another. Too much music of that era lacked originality, vitality and heart. It became dull and lost its sincerity, the essence of Cuban music. What salsa music lost in the 1980s, the Buena Vista Social Club abundantly made up in the 1990s with a return to sincerity and vitality, here Juan De Marcos and his fellow musicians left an indelible mark.

The significance of De Marcos' music direction is that he deliberately clears away the plaque and artifice that unwittingly characterized commercial salsa and which greatly contributed to the listener's confusion and numbing of taste and sensibility. He wisely lets the music unfold and marinate its distinct and complex rhythms so that his dancer's eager feet and hips are energized and their souls take flight.

It merits pointing out how seamlessly the 18-member jazz band, collectively known as the Afro Cuban All Stars, moves between Cuban music forms and periods. The CD's opening track "Tanga" demonstrates the group's mastery of Afro-Cuban jazz and offers an opportunity to listen to the promising genius of David Alfaro on piano. The multiple musical transitions in "Habana Del Este" are executed with agility and genuine excitement. A fan of son montuno, two favorites of mine are "Los Sitio Asere" and "Canallón", songs that can be traced directly to the bands of Arsenio Rodríguez and Félix Chappotín. If you wish to be swept away by the entrancing keyboard sounds of lead pianist David Alfaro followed by a sublime and hypnotic 3/2 clave, turn to "Amor Verdadero." There is a fair sampling of the Cuban musical past and present. There is enough history and energy contained in this CD to satisfy the calm listener and the eager dancer. I am especially impressed by the energetic and dynamic discourse of Luis Frank Arias' vocals. In short, this CD addition is a great chapter in what is unquestionably one of the most prolific periods of Cuban music. I urge those considering this CD to immediately add it to their collection and be especially thrilled with the bonus DVD of their live performance in Japan.

5 out of 5 stars Magnífico!.......2005-08-09

This is just about the best value you could ask for your money, as far as the Afro-Cuban Allstars go.

True, there's no Don Ruben Gonzalez (if I recall, he'd passed away by this time), but Juan de Marcos leads a tremendous ensemble and some great singers in a performance that can get anyone up and dancing.

Covering some of the songs from "A Toda Cuba le Gusta," as well as other traditionals, the group is in full swing, moving effortlessly from full-horn blare to delicate piano soloing to crowd participation.

My sentimental favorite will always be "Maria Caracóles" from the first album, done up in great fashion here, but a close second is definitely "Chán Chán," whose syncopated chorus makes for a seriously driving finale.

While "A Toda Cuba..." had great musicianship and nice studio polish, "Live in Japan" brings the showmanship and immediacy that only live performance can.

An excellent recording, and the best part about it is the accompanying DVD of the same performance, where you can see the joy on each band member's face as they enthrall a lively Japanese audience.

5 out of 5 stars LIJ is Excellent .......2004-07-27

This CD should be in every Cuban, Jazz, and world music listeners collection. The Live DVD is a full concert. To get both the CD and DVD for this price is a must buy. The concert is filmed in HD and the quality is excelletn
Mardi Gras Mambo: Cubanismo! in New Orleans
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • TRUE CRIOLLA
  • The Spirit of Mardi Gras Year Round! Mambo!!
  • A perfect Afro-Caribbean Gumbo
  • Fusion Ain't Always Good
  • Rumba boogie
Mardi Gras Mambo: Cubanismo! in New Orleans
¡Cubanismo! , John Boutte , The Yockamo All-Stars , and Yockamo All Stars
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ASIN: B00004WGDB
Release Date: 2000-08-22

Tracks:

  1. Marie Laveaux
  2. Mother In Law
  3. Paso En Tampa
  4. Shallow Water Suite
  5. Mardi Gras Mambo
  6. Monteorlines
  7. It Do Me Good
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  9. Rampart Street Rumba
  10. Nothing Up My Sleeve
  11. Gumbo Son
  12. Cuborleans

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The musical relationship between Havana and New Orleans dates back centuries. Both cities share an Afro-Caribbean cultural heritage, and both take great pride in keeping that heritage alive. So it really shouldn't be too surprising that this mating--co-produced by Joe Boyd with Cubanismo's Jesús Alemañy and the Yockamo All-Stars' Mark Bingham--comes off so naturally. The stunning "Shallow Water Suite," featuring Crescent City R&B singer John Boutte, solidifies the African-based spiritual connection between New Orleans mardi-gras chants and Cuban rumba, while Ernie K-Doe's "Mother-In-Law" receives a clever bilingual workout. But the heart of the album is in the original instrumental hybrids such as "Cuborleans," "Gumbo Son," and Alemañy's "Boogaloo," on which trumpeter Alemañy earns an honorary place in the great New Orleans tradition that extends from Buddy Bolden and Louis Armstrong to Wynton Marsalis and Nicholas Payton. --Rick Mitchell

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars TRUE CRIOLLA.......2006-06-13

This CD was like eating really good criolla food. The perfect blend of spices and rhythms gives this Cubanismo CD all the right stuff. We loved every song on this CD. The tunes are memorable and I find myself humming them throughout the day. We dance to them and truly immerse ourselves in the feeling of being in Havanna at one moment and New Orleans the next. This is truly a recommend to anyone who likes Cuban and/or Cajun music.

5 out of 5 stars The Spirit of Mardi Gras Year Round! Mambo!!.......2004-12-24

I heard the track "Mardi Gras Mambo" while poolside at a hotel, and the song stuck in my head for months. I searched far and wide to discover THIS CD contains that song - and it is worth the money. The variety, and rhythm of the tracks on this CD keep you thinking of the warm sand, and tropical breezes of the island's, mon... plus, of the spirit of 'carnival' during Mardi Gras. Want music with a Latin beat? This is a great CD.

5 out of 5 stars A perfect Afro-Caribbean Gumbo.......2004-04-14

You only need to have a couple of brain cells to rub together to understand this CD. It perfectly captures the musical relationship between Havana and New Orleans and the Afro-Caribbean cultural heritage. Listening to this gumbo of great tunes is effortless in that it is smooth, elevating and relaxing at the same time – but the main word to describe this collection is fun. Alemañy didn’t have to go out of his way to show off his musical genius, as do so many other musicians that perform in this genre. He allows the music to speak for itself, and allows the other musicians to blend together naturally so that the blend of afro-cuban-creole and new Orleans jazz makes a musical gumbo not to be missed. On a scale of 1-5 stars, this CD is a 6!

2 out of 5 stars Fusion Ain't Always Good.......2003-09-28

I just try to be straight with my reviews...i really didn't like this CD. Fusion doesn't always work, and in this case, i think the attempt to mix cuban music and cajun music failed. In fact, even when I've seen them live Cubanismo is far better when they stick to cuban music...their rap, cajun, calypso and other experiments just don't work for me at least. So, if you like the otehr Cubanismo CD's, don't get this one, ya probably won't like it.

4 out of 5 stars Rumba boogie.......2003-04-13

Remember the days when you could just hop on board the ferry
from New Orleans to Havana? Yeah, ok, nobody does, but back at
the beginning of the 20th century, the daily ferry between the two
cities helped to foster musical exchanges, and Cubanismo's latest
record represents not only an attempt to recover some of the lost
historical closeness of the two cities, but also to create a new, syncretic
sound, blending Latin jazz and its counterpart from Louisiana. The
New Orleans classics with a Cuban twist (tracks 2&5) are fun, but I tend to
prefer the Cuban rumbas which are boogied up (tracks 3&11).
Killer Tumbao
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    Killer Tumbao
    Hilario Durán and the Cuban All Stars featuring Changuito and Tata Guines
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    Release Date: 1997-09-12

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    Cuban Hip-Hop All Stars, Vol. 1
    Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
    • Very Well Done!
    • Good Start!
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    • Canýt stop playing this CD.
    Cuban Hip-Hop All Stars, Vol. 1
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    Release Date: 2002-08-06

    Tracks:

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    2. El Mundo Va A Acabarse - Reyes De Las Calles
    3. Tengo - Hermanos De Causa
    4. Alerta - Explosion Suprema
    5. Havana Side Underground - Alto Y Bajo
    6. El Vagabundo - Bajo Mundo
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    12. Amargas Meditaciones - 100% Original
    13. Kirino Con Su Tres - Instinto
    14. Elegua Blessing - Pablo Herrera

    Customer Reviews:

    4 out of 5 stars Very Well Done!.......2003-08-01

    Habana, Cuba in the 21st century: Crumbling architectural relics, stray dogs and proud people. With a powerful vibrant culture. Not much different from the South Bronx in the '70's and '80's. And it is from the 'Boogie Down Bronx' that Hip-Hop was born and that spoken word, hip hop, resonated and traveled with a ferocious energy throughout the world at last reaching embargoed Cuba.

    So what is Cuban Hip-Hop all about? Today's emcees are asking many questions that this unfulfilled generation wants answered. They express rage at the US embargo. Expect to hear "Si Por Cuba" a re-affirmation for the country that has never backed down. Cuban rappers know their history and culture and one track talks of the national love for Mandela, while another praises the famous Cuban Dancer from the 1950's, Mercedita Valdez, a third discusses the deadly consequences of a life of crime for an exiled 'Marielito' in Miami in 1989.

    There is no stereotyped swagger among these tracks. The lyrics are sensitive and flavored with a deep understanding of humanity. The music is a subtle curry of old School hip-hop, and new and old Cuban sounds.

    The music was produced entirely by Pablo Herrera* the only Hip-Hop producer working in Cuba today. This compilation was the idea of the project coordinator Ariel Fernandez Diaz.

    All of the live contra-bass lines were recorded by one of the worlds' greatest Cuban-Jazz bassists, Jorge Reyes of 'Irakere' fame.

    This is the first record of it's kind. Listen to the music and feel the power of "The Cuban Hip-Hop All Stars" Volume 1.

    Volume 2. should be released sometime this year.

    4 out of 5 stars Good Start!.......2003-07-30

    This is the first Cuban Hip Hop CD ever produced in Cuba, it's a demo album and part II should be released sometime this year, Cuba now has over 200 hip hop groups and there are some very talented ones like: 100% original (track:Amargas Meditaciones) and "Los Cubanitos" who are working on their debut album. This album sounds much like the 80's hip hop from the bronx. Be sure to check out the leading groups on Cuban Hip Hop: Orishas, Don Dinero & Nilo MC.

    5 out of 5 stars A Whole New World Has Unfolded.......2002-11-14

    This CD is truly amazing! It is hip-hop the way it should be! Not gangs, guns, and girls, but rather grass roots political movements. These artists are truly that, artists. They believe in what they sing. Better yet, they write what they sing. This is no pre-fab slurry. Support these struggling artists and buy the CD!

    5 out of 5 stars Canýt stop playing this CD........2002-03-28

    I played this CD at work and everyone went nuts. We've been listening to it every day since, trying to decipher the lyrics with our collectively poor knowledge of spanish. It's a brilliantly textured collection, rich with authentic Cuban sound. It sounds better and better each time I hear it. We love it!
    Essence All-Stars: Afro Cubano Chant, Vol. 2
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      Essence All-Stars: Afro Cubano Chant, Vol. 2
      Various Artists
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      Golden Latin Jazz All Stars: In Session
      Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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      Golden Latin Jazz All Stars: In Session
      Tito Puente
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      MamboMambo | Latin Music | Styles | Music
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      GeneralGeneral | Jazz | Styles | Music
      Latin JazzLatin Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music
      ASIN: B00000HZHM
      Release Date: 1999-01-26

      Tracks:

      1. Teach Me Tonight
      2. Flight To Jordan
      3. In A Heart Beat
      4. Un Poco Mas
      5. Thunderbird
      6. Miami Girl
      7. Obsesion
      8. Tigimo +2
      9. Tritone
      10. Moddy's Mood For Love

      Customer Reviews:

      5 out of 5 stars Awesome Latin Jazz CD. Hits the spot!.......2005-08-17

      I must concur with the other reviewers in saying that this is a latin jazz gem. It's smooth, like a good aged wine. There's descarga in here too, but the interplay between the instruments and the arrangements are really the gold of this album. Simply put, some of the world's best musicians (certainly the best in Latin music, although they are versatile enough to play anything) coming together in harmony for a CD that does justice to the Latin Jazz movement as a whole. If there ever was a latin jazz album, it's this one. I'd highly recommend it, along with other's, like GIovanni Hidalgo's Worldwide and other CDs. Good music.

      5 out of 5 stars GREAT SALSA + JAZZ ALBUM TITO!!!.......2002-03-05

      This is one of those rare albums that makes you forget about your problems, and that by itself is wonderful!!! I can assure you the moment you start playing this album you'll start moving your feet...and the best is that you can hear it at your house, office, car, etc...
      Golden Latin Jazz All Stars: In Session does the trick, an exeptional combination of good jazz and Tito's magic rythms and sounds...

      5 out of 5 stars Great Album and greatest band Tito has ever lead.......2000-09-26

      I've owned this cd for a year now and today I played it for the first time in several months and I had forgen how great it was. Not to mention it has an allstar jazz artists on it including Hilton Ruiz, Mongo Santamaria, Dave Valentin, and James Moody. It has a lot of jazz tracks and a little bit of latin jazz. So if your in the moody for a great jazz album this is the one for you.
      Master Timbalero
      Average customer rating: 2 out of 5 stars
      • disappointment
      Master Timbalero
      Tito Puente & His Latin Jazz All-Stars
      Manufacturer: Concord Records
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

      CubaCuba | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music
      GeneralGeneral | Latin Music | Styles | Music
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      SalsaSalsa | Latin Music | Styles | Music
      MamboMambo | Latin Music | Styles | Music
      Big BandBig Band | Latin Music | Styles | Music
      GeneralGeneral | Jazz | Styles | Music
      Latin JazzLatin Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music
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      2. Goza Mi Timbal

      ASIN: B000003OYV
      Release Date: 1994-03-15

      Tracks:

      1. Old Arrival
      2. Enchantment
      3. Sakura Sakura (Cherry Blossom Nova)
      4. Azu Ki Ki
      5. Espresso Por Favor
      6. Nostalgia In Times Square
      7. Chow Mein
      8. Creme De Menthe
      9. Sun Goddess
      10. Vaya Puente
      11. Master Timbalero
      12. Bloomdido

      Customer Reviews:

      2 out of 5 stars disappointment.......1998-07-14

      I love Tito, but this album doesn't have enough soul. I realize that these songs are more on the latin jazz than mambo side, but this stuff doesn't compare favorably to his better latin jazz work.

      Recording quality is good for a Tito CD, but I'd rather listen to "12 Mambos & Take 5" or "El Rey" anytime.
      Be Bop Vol. 1 - Bebop Volume 1
      Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
      • About this CD
      Be Bop Vol. 1 - Bebop Volume 1
      Dizzy Gillespie , Dexter Gordon , Thelonious Monk , Bud Powell , Lester Young , Claude Thornhill , Allen Eager and his 52nd Street All Stars , Coleman Hawkins Orchestra , Sir Charles Thompson , Charlie Parker Septet , Miles Davis , and Kenny Clarke & HIs 52nd Street Boys
      Manufacturer: Abm
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

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      Bebop GeneralBebop General | Bebop | Jazz | Styles | Music
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      1. Be Bop, Vol. 2 - Bebop Volume 2

      ASIN: B00002MUCB
      Release Date: 2000-02-14

      Tracks:

      1. Fat Boy Parts 1 and 2 - Be Bop Boys
      2. Manteca - Dizzy Gillespie & His Orchestra
      3. Donna Lee - Miles Davis, Charlie Parker's All Stars
      4. Chase - Dexter Gordon, Wardell Gray
      5. Royal Roost - Kenny Clarke & His 52nd Street Boys
      6. Four Brothers - Woody Herman
      7. Yardbird Suite - Claude Thornhill
      8. Allen's Alley - 52nd Street All Stars, Allen Eager
      9. Half Step Down, Please - Coleman Hawkins
      10. 52nd Street Theme - Kenny Clarke & His 52nd Street Boys
      11. Off Minor - Bud Powell
      12. Street Beat - Sir Charles Thompson
      13. 'Round Midnight - Thelonious Monk Quintet
      14. Salt Peanuts - Dizzy Gillespie
      15. Night in Tunisia - Charlie Parker Septet
      16. Milestones - Miles Davis, Charlie Parker
      17. Epistrophy - Thelonious Monk Quartet
      18. Bud's Bubble - Bud Powell
      19. Now's the Time - Charlie Parker
      20. Lester's Be-Bop - Lester Young

      Album Details

      24 Track Collection Showcasing the Syncopated Jazz Style of the Early 40's, Known as Be Bop. Features Dizzy Gillespie, Dexter Gordon, Woody Herman, Thelonious Monk and More.

      Customer Reviews:

      5 out of 5 stars About this CD.......2005-01-20

      Bebop Volume 1
      Acrobat (U.K.) label

      tracks & artists are;
      1. Fat Boy Parts 1 and 2 performed by Be Bop Boys - 5:45
      2. Manteca performed by Gillespie, Dizzy Orchestra - 3:06
      3. Donna Lee performed by Parker, Charlie All Stars / Miles Davis - 2:36
      4. The Chase performed by Dexter Gordon / Wardell Gray - 6:49
      5. Royal Roost performed by Clarke, Kenny & His 52nd Street Boys - 2:56
      6. Four Brothers performed by Herman, Woody & His Second Herd - 3:17
      7. Yardbird Suite performed by Thornhill, Claude Orchestra - 3:20
      8. Allen's Alley performed by 52nd Street All Stars / Allen Eager - 3:03
      9. Half Step Down, Please performed by Hawkins, Coleman Orchestra - 3:04
      10. 52nd Street Theme performed by Clarke, Kenny & HIs 52nd Street Boys - 2:48
      11. Off Minor performed by Bud Powell - 2:17
      12. The Street Beat performed by Thompson, Sir Charles - 2:33
      13. 'Round Midnight performed by Monk, Thelonious Quintet - 3:11
      14. Salt Peanuts performed by Dizzy Gillespie - 3:14
      15. A Night in Tunisia performed by Parker, Charlie Septet - 3:04
      16. Milestones performed by Miles Davis / Charlie Parker - 2:38
      17. Epistrophy performed by Monk, Thelonious Quartet - 3:08
      18. Bud's Bubble performed by Bud Powell - 2:30
      19. Now's the Time performed by Charlie Parker - 3:18
      20. Lester's Be-Bop performed by Lester Young - 3:14

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