Carlos Sarduy – Charly en la Habana

Carlos Sarduy - Charly en la Habana (2005)

Like with so many Cuban music artists, not enough people in the world have probably had the chance to access and hear Carlos Sarduy’s unique Afro-Cuban jazz music or super-fine trumpet playing.  This artist is another little gem from the much-insulated music bubble of Cuba. Like with most Cuban music artists, there’s little to be… Continue reading Carlos Sarduy – Charly en la Habana

Roberto Fonseca – A Deservedly Lucky Cubano

Yo (2012)

Roberto Fonseca’s incredible recent shows at WOMADelaide 2014 reminded me of two things about Cuba and its music: 1. Cuba is a small island filled with a huge number of phenomenal musicians and amazing music. 2. Most of those phenomenal Cuban musicians, and most of that incredible Cuban music, never find the opportunity to leave Cuban… Continue reading Roberto Fonseca – A Deservedly Lucky Cubano