Pupy y Los Que Son Son- Tranquilo Que Yo Controlo

It was only a matter of time before I started to talk endlessly about Pupy's latest release, Tranquilo Que Yo Controlo. Despite Pepitos shock decision to stay whilst on tour, the much anticipated release went ahead. Click here for short samples from the album

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In the meantime, I thought I'd leave you with a track from the new album Si Me Quieres Conocer. Pepito is still in the band at this point so enjoy it for 'old times sake'!!!

Quiz Time- And the answer is......

Been scratching your head? I'll be really kind and put you out of your misery....

After the surprise departure of long-standing singer Pepito, Pupy came up with what I would say is a fantastic addition. I must be honest and say that Pepito was my least fave Pupy singer (and Mandy's vocals turn my legs to jelly!!)
WELCOME MICHEL PEREZ, direct from Tumbao Habana. He brings the image of the band up to date and adds a bit of spark to the group.

Want to see him in action? Here you go:

Quiz Time- What do these people have in common?

Need a clue?
Here you are then:



Answers on a postcard!!!

HOT TIP: Havana D'Primera

It's hardly news but I wanted to enthuse about Alexander Abreu's new orquesta "Havana D'Primera".

You can't imagine the joys of a matinee at Casa de La Musica, Havana with the silky vocals of Alexander wrapping you up and carrying you through his beautiful creations. And this was how I first heard them live and fell in love. This love is bittersweet as there are currently no recordings to whet your appetites with but.....here's a few vids to make do in the meantime.

The first gives you a litttle hint as to what he's most famous for


Here's one of my faves(thanks to muchoswing.com and Cubavision)

Salsa Insomnia- Brand NEW Cuban night in Northern England!

At last, we have our AUTHENTIC, brand new Cuban night in the North of England. The only place to offer this kind of thing, we bring you the latest in Cuban tunes from the streets and clubs of Havana!!!

For a limited time, we're offering FREE ENTRY to the first 50 people.

Don't miss out!!!!

Mojito- Live Cuban Salsa @ Copacabana, Manchester, UK

Are you in Manchester on Weds October 15th 2008? Then you HAVE to catch Manchester's hottest Cuban Salsa Band @ Copacabana, 5 Dale St, Mcr!!!!



Here's what their press release says:

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See you there?

Adalberto y Su Son- Gozando En La Habana

The man and his band have done it again, and they just keep doing it! This is album 20-something and he still delivers the smooth, instantly loveable and memorable Son that he is renowned for. Will this man ever stop?

It's like he only has to breathe to create a new theme as his sound is so effortless, and distinctive and this release marks 35 years of continued success for EL Caballero de Son from Camaguey. Along with the 'oldies' such as Cesar Pedroso and Juan Formell who have been around forever, he manages to keep the sound popular, universal and modern.
Two new hits 'Gozando En La Habana' and 'Amor de Mentira' kicks off the albums and are currently being worshiped on their home turf, complete with super-modern videos- how does he do it?

Gozando En La Habana (on telly)


As testament to his longivity and legendary status, 2 pupurris are included on the album- one dedicated to the 90s and the second, later on to the 80s (for those who remember!)They slip from one song into the next effortlessly and remind of the sheer number of hits they have had.

As another blast from the past (and maybe something for the other oldies!), there is a new, delicious version of the classic 'Camina y Prende El Fogon', made famous by Conjunto Chappottin.
See below for the original :-)


The rest of the album delivers more- It's reliable Adalberto, maintaining the strength of lonely Son in a world of timba and reggaeton...

BUY IT!!