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Tributo a Joe Cuba
Alfredo Naranjo (Latin world)

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Alfredo Naranjo has been recording and guesting on other artists recordings for years, but this is perhaps his most accessible recording. Hailing from Venezuela and with an affinity to the vibraphone, he has created a smoking release.

Medley: Oriente, Juan Ramón takes you back to the 60's, when Joe Cuba was hot with Cheo and Jimmy Sabater. Edgar Quijada does a spectacular job. Even without a horn section, the band is in full swing.

Guest vocalist and fellow countryman, Orlando Watussi, gives his vocals a workout on tracks like Tiene Saoco, Mujer Divina and Guaracha y Bembé. His vocal phrasing compliments Alfredo's playing, and vice versa.

But not all songs are covers; Naranjo composed a couple of tracks paying homage to Joe. These songs maintain that 60's feel and integrity.

One of the best things about this tribute is the fact that Mr. Joe Cuba is alive and he can enjoy this wonderful release.

Songs:

1- Opening
2- Medley: Oriente, Juan Ramón
3- Sacúdete, sacude
4- Tiene saoco
5- Mujer divina
6- Guaracha y bembé
7- To Joe
8- Bravo rumbero
9- Tus malos presagios
10- La cosecha
11- Guajeo

 

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