Cachao

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Renowned double bassist and composer Cachao Lopez left an indelible mark on Cuban music history. A pioneering figure from the 1940s, he spearheaded a dynamic new style of dance music, later recognized globally as mambo. His album "Cuban Music in Jam Session," a classic from the late 1950s, epitomizes his innovative approach. Featuring captivating jam sessions known as "descargas," the record showcases Cachao's bass prowess alongside esteemed musicians like tenor saxophonist Emilio Penalver, trumpeters Armando "Chocolate" Armenteros, and Alejandro "Negro" Vivar. These sessions, characterized by infectious grooves and rhythms, serve as a testament to the golden era of Latin music.

TRACKS:

Side A:

1 - El Fantasma Del Combo

2 - Descarga Mexicana

3 - Descarga Guajira

4 - Descarga En Trompeta

Side B:

1 - La Luz

2 - Potpourrit De Congas

3 - La Inconclusa

4 - Descarga Naniga