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Playboy Jazz Fest Announces Lineup
Quincy Jones had a twofold purpose in taking the podium at Wednesday's announcement of the 31st annual Playboy Jazz Festival. First he continued his advocacy for a secretary of the arts Cabinet position; second he introduced 23-year-old Cuban pianist Alfredo Rodriguez, whom he has taken under his wing over the past few years. Rodriguez, who performed ...
Live!
Label: Concord Music Group
Released: 2003
Track listing: Esta Noche; La Cuna; Que Vivo Yo; Sunrise; La Piedra; The E Medley: Azteca Mozambique/Ah Ah/
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Pete Escovedo: Live!
by Jim Santella
Today, Pete Escovedo stands as one of the primary standard bearers of Latin jazz – along with Poncho Sanchez, Eddie Palmieri and Ray Barretto. At this live session recorded last summer in San Diego, the vibrant timbalero shows why – with nods to Cal Tjader, Tito Puente, Tito Rodriguez, and Azteca, the large Latin funk band ...
E Music
Label: Concord Music Group
Released: 2001
Track listing: Mis Amigos; Si Te Contara; La Samba; Praise and Worship; Te Vas;
Pete Escovedo: E Music
by Jim Santella
A “tipico” album of smooth jazz and Salsa, Pete Escovedo’s 5th Concord release is reminiscent of Tito Puente’s popular appeal. Mambo, guajira, cha cha cha, bolero and samba provide the listener a romantic evening with gentle, flowing motion. Escovedo’s heartfelt vocals, sensitive guest instrumentalists and his family’s rhythmic, percussive accompaniments drive the session. Son Peter Michael, ...
