A toda Cuba le gusta

by Afro-Cuban All Stars

A toda Cuba le gusta cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 16 September 1997
  • Label: World Circuit
  • Country: Cuba
  • Length: 55:48
  • Community rating: 3.89/5 from 6 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Recorded in Havana concurrently with the legendary Buena Vista Social Club sessions, this lively ensemble was spearheaded by Juan de Marcos González. The album is a vibrant, deeply rhythmic celebration of Cuba's rich musical heritage, showcasing incredible cross-generational performances that helped reignite international interest in traditional son cubano.

Genres

Descriptors: rhythmic, melodic, Spanish language, traditional, dance, percussive, orchestral

Tracklist

  1. Amor Verdadero (6:38)
  2. Alto Songo (6:46)
  3. Habana del Este (6:39)
  4. A Toda Cuba Le Gusta (5:48)
  5. Fiesta de la Rumba (5:53)
  6. Los Sitio' Asere (5:20)
  7. Pío Mentiroso (4:37)
  8. María Caracoles (4:48)
  9. Clasiqueando Con Rubén (5:12)
  10. Elube Changó (4:03)

Credits

  • Afro-Cuban All Stars - primary artist
  • Javier Zalba - baritone saxophone, flute
  • Orlando "Cachaíto" López - bass
  • Carlos González - bongos
  • Amadito Valdés - chorus, maracas
  • Luis Barzaga - chorus
  • Miguel "Angá" Díaz - congas
  • Carlos Puisseaux - guiro

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