Customer Reviews

Cuba Linda

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This is a great album from the guy who invented Mambo. 'Cuba Linda' is a logical progression on the 'Master Sessions' albums. This album has a different feel than the 'Master Sessions' albums - a little more spontaneous and lively. 'Cuba Linda' is a bit more upbeat - Cachao plays everything from Danzon, ChaChaCha, Abakua, Son, among others. The musicians are great, masters from Luis Conte to Orestes Vilato join Cachao. I also recommend 'Dos', 'Descargando', 'Master Sessions, Vol. 1 & 2'. In fact, anything from Cachao is well worth investing.

Israel " Cachao" Lopez is a musical icon, who contributed heavily to the magnificent musical legacy of Cuba. He comes from a famous family, and helped to launch the mambo musical form. Listeners who have come to Cuban music via Saint Ry should check this out.

Cachao es el mejor músico cubano que jamás he vivido! Todas sus grabaciones son excelentes!

I must say, his albums get better every time:) This is very nice and passionate, And I personally like the bajo instrument. It's a must have.

One question, is he related to to that other bass player Orlando "Cachaíto" López from the Buena Vista Social Club?

I think so, but I'm not sure.

This was my first introduction to Cuban music - what a fantastic choice! I've danced around to it while making dinner for friends and played it in the background while I'm working on the computer. I really love music that has a fun beat but isn't distracting. Thanks to this CD, I look forward to exploring more Cuban music (maybe a compilation album for my new one).

If you enjoy cachao you OWE it to yourself to explore the Buena Vista Social Club, unless you've been under a rock since 1997 then you should know who they are, if you don't then check them out, YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT!!.