Con Sabor Playlist 5/1/2021
Con Sabor with yours truly, Luis Medina celebrated the late, great Ray Barretto’s birthday (born April 29, 1929; died Feb. 17, 2006) on this program with his classic version of “Cocinando” from the recording “Que Viva La Musica” which came out 50 years ago this year!
Read MoreSabiduria Con Tumbao 4/21/21- Johnny “Dandy” Rodriguez
Sabiduria Con Tumbao featured an interview with Tipica 73 and Mambo Legends Orchestra co-founder Johnny “Dandy” Rodriguez. Dandy, as he’s known to his friends, played bongos, cowbell and percussion with the giants of Salsa and Latin Jazz such as Tito Puente, Tito Rodriguez, Ray Barretto among others over his long, illustrious career.
Read MoreSabiduria Con Tumbao w/Herman Olivera 4/14/21
Sabiduria Con Tumbao turned the spotlight on one of the finest soneros in Salsa…the amazing Herman Olivera who is nicknamed “El Sonero Del Siglo XXI”.
Read MoreSF Film Festival Wrap Up
The SF Film Festival that ran from April 8 through the 18th pulled off a virtual trip to the movies and all treated Bay Area audiences to special screenings at the Fort Mason Flix Drive-In. There were a variety of narrative, documentary and short films showcased during the festival
Read MoreMusic News – Livestreams 4/25/2021
Livestream Action…..Renowed SF-Oakland Bay Area based timbalero/percussionist Mio Flores celebrated his birthday this past Saturday evening with a livestream featuring a hot band of All Stars. Joining Mio was Santana timbalero/percussionist phenom Karl Perazo and former Santana trumpeter Bill Ortiz. The explosive band “A Taste Of Caliente” who backed them up
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