To be released this spring (date TBD): Gonzalo Rubalcaba's Volcan
This band is comprised of musical masters, experienced bandleaders and good friends: Jose Armando Gola-bass, Horacio “El Negro” Hernandez-drums, Giovanni Hidalgo-congas and Gonzalo Rubalcaba-piano.
"The volcano incorporates the four elements of nature: Earth, Air, Wind and Fire....the volcano reminds us of the goals we aspire to, the ensuing journey and the value of the climb to the summit."
http://youtu.be/LuCOh9V4shM
Released in Europe early May, release in US this summer: Chucho Valdez and the Afro-Cuban Messengers Border Free
Chucho's new recording features guest Branford Marsalis and Chucho's own brand of fusion: Afro-Cuban plus jazz plus new inspirations like the music of the North American Indians and of the Arab-Andalusian culture.
"I wondered if it was true that as you got older your desire to listen to music would die. Well, look at me; I'm about to turn 69 and, for me, that is all a lie. I am the same; my passion for learning and discovering things has even increased. Music never ends." --Chucho Valdes, 2010 interview allaboutjazz.com
http://youtu.be/WxtJ82zUong
Listen for classic and new Latin Jazz on Jazz Caliente, Thursdays at 2pm on KPLU's Mid Day Jazz!
