Percussionist Sammy Figueroa & His Latin Jazz Explosion Releases “Urban Nature” on Aug. 30th, 2011
TWO-TIME GRAMMY® NOMINEES SAMMY FIGUEROA &
HIS LATIN JAZZ EXPLOSION TO RELEASE THIRD ALBUM
URBAN NATURE ON AUGUST 30, 2011
LISTEN TO AN EXCLUSIVE STREAMING TRACK FROM URBAN NATURE
It’s not every day that a distinguished sideman makes a successful transition to solo artist. But percussionist Sammy Figueroa
not only has become a successful leader in his own right, but is also
one of the most exciting artists in Latin Jazz today. He calls Urban Nature, his third recording with his twice Grammy® nominated band, The Latin Jazz Explosion, “the most satisfying record we’ve ever done. It truly reflects my personality.” Urban Nature
also marks a new beginning – this is his debut album on Senator
Records, an imprint created for Sammy in cooperation between Berlin’s
Senator Entertainment and Ashé Records. To continue, please click “MORE”!
Introducing the 9-Piece, All Star Band, “Mongorama” | Avail. Now
Introducing the 9-Piece, All Star Band, Jose Rizo’s”Mongorama” | Avail. Now MONGORAMA is a 9-piece, all star band, performing fresh arrangements of Mongo Santamaria recorded performances, and original material inspired by this legendary jazz conguero. Some of the MONGORAMA participants are Grammy-winners, who are former members of Mongo’s bands, or …
Piano Virtuoso Michel Camilo to Release New Album “Mano A Mano” on July 26th, 2011
PIANO VIRTUOSO MICHEL CAMILO
DAZZLES WITH MANO A MANO
The opening track of Dominican pianist and composer Michel Camilo‘s dazzling new release, Mano a Mano as he joins the Decca/EmArcy (Universal Music Group), is not only a scene setter but a declaration of principle.
Bossa Nova Singer Bianca Rossini’s “Kiss of Brasil” Top Album for 8 Consecutive Weeks on Chart
Kiss
of Brasil, singer songwriter Bianca Rossini’s Bossa Nova love letter to
her homeland, has received airplay nationally and internationally on 30
stations and was named “Album of the Week” by Memphis, TN Jazz station
WUMR (U 92 FM), Kiss of Brasil has been number one in the Brazilian Jazz
category on CDBaby.com for more than 4 weeks and has been on
CDBaby.com’s Bossa Nova, Brazilian Jazz, Latin, Editors and Staff’s Pick
‘s Top List for more than 8 consecutive weeks. GrooveJazzMusic.com
identified Kiss of Brasil alongside Sade as gaining “Most Increased
Play” last week with 17 new requests. To continue, please click “MORE”!
Brazillian Legend Releases “The Crossing” | Avail Now
Brazilian legend Deodato is back with a new CD and he’s brought along Al Jarreau. Widely regarded as one of the most respected and sought-after musicians in the music world, Brazilian-born Eumir Deodato has racked up 16 platinum records to his credit as artist, arranger or producer with combined sales …
Cuban Group Tiempo Libre Releases “My Secret Radio” on May 3rd, 2011
Available May 3, 2011
NEW YORK, March 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — SONY MASTERWORKS announces the new album My Secret Radio by three-time Grammy nominated Cuban music group Tiempo Libre, available May 3, 2011. Featuring the group’s signature timba music – an intense, sophisticated mix of Latin jazz and danceable Afro-Cuban rhythms – My Secret Radio conjures the seven musicians’ teenage years in Havana
when they secretly listened to forbidden American music. Through lyrics
which capture both sides of the immigrant experience – from the secret
radio sessions which fueled dreams of life in America to the
perplexities of starting life in a new country – Tiempo Libre pays
tribute to magic of American radio and the profound influence it had on
their lives and music. The project reunites Tiempo Libre’s founder, Jorge Gomez, with the legendary Cuban songstress Albita and includes a guest vocal by Rachelle Fleming. My Secret Radio was produced by Jorge Gomez and Juan Cristobal Losada at Sonic Projects Studios@peermusic in Miami. To continue, please click “MORE”!
Latin Music Legends Stamps Now Avail Thru U.S. Postage Service
/PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Five legendary musicians and performers of
the Latin sound whose contributions have had a lasting impact on
American music — Selena, Carlos Gardel, Carmen Miranda, Tito Puente, and Celia Cruz — today were honored on U.S. commemorative Forever stamps. The stamps go on sale nationwide at Post Offices and online at usps.com/shop today.
“From this day
forward, these colorful, vibrant images of our Latin music legends will
travel on letters and packages to every single household in America,”
said Marie Therese Dominguez, vice president, Government Relations and Public Policy. To continue, please click “MORE”!
Percussionist Luis Conte Releases New Album “En Casa de Luis” on March 8th, 2011 | LISTEN!
Luis Conte’s “En Casa de Luis” Features the Many Sides of the Powerful Percussionist
Los Angeles, CA (Vocus/PRWE March 08, 2011) – Luis Conte, most famous as a masterful percussionist, has announced the release of his latest album, “En Casa de Luis,” out March 8th through BFM Jazz.
The E-Family Releases New Project “Now & Forever” on Feb. 10th, 2011 | LISTEN!
The E-Family Releases New Project “Now & Forever”
Good Day Folks…!
Go right ahead and grab a notepad or a calendar and write this down:
The Latin sounds of the Escovedo Family (Pete Escovedo, Sheila E., Juan Escovedo and Peter Michael Escovedo) is set to break down the doors with their all new project, only made available exclusively on their website entitled, “The E Family – Now & Forever.”
Cuban Jazz Artist Paquito D’Rivera to Release New Project “Panamericana Suite” on Nov. 2nd, 2010 | LISTEN!
Paquito D’Rivera’s “Panamericana Suite” Due for Nov. 2 Release on MCG Jazz Records
When it comes to creative liaisons, Paquito D’Rivera has few peers in the breadth and range of his musical interests, collaborations, and restless curiosity. But even by his stylistically expansive track record, D’Rivera’s new album “Panamericana Suite” is an extraordinary musical journey for one of jazz’s most acclaimed and popular artists.
Richmond, CA (PRWE
October 6, 2010 – Few jazz artists have been as musically omnivorous—and dazzingly accomplished—as the Cuban-born alto saxophone and clarinet virtuoso Paquito D’Rivera.