Customer Reviews

Spanish Kiss

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Being into a lot of this 'Nuevo Flamenco' stuff like Strunz & Farah, Govi, Jesse Cook, Andres Laprida, etc., just to name a few, I had not even heard of Luis until I 'discovered' his CD at a 'Borders' outlet store here in Cleveland for five bucks new (what a sin, huh?)! I liked the description of his music on the back of the CD, so I bought it, and was blown away by the quality of his playing/music and the quality of the recording (I listen on very revealing Magnepan/Magneplanar speakers with McIntosh equipment, so I can truly hear quality or lack of). His stylings and compositions are absolutely first rate, and the interplay of percussion on this release is just perfect! This is world class, beautiful, passionate latin tinged acoustic/nylon guitar at its best, and Luis takes it to the next level!!!

Luis's compositions are moods and flavors that are elegant and tasty. His songs are like no one else's. Unique and yet hauntingly familiar, especially the moodier pieces. The energetic tunes make me move despite myself. The rhythmic ferocity and taste of the musicians supporting Luis make this album a real treat. The closer I listen, the more I like the album. I loved the first album, "Cafe Ole," and have been waiting with more than anticipation for "Spanish Kiss." It was worth the wait and then some. And I am delighted Luis is now with a label that is making him write and release his songs with increased regularity and frequency. Again soon, Luis.

One of the best cd's I've ever heard. You can not go wrong buying this!!!!!!!!!!

Not as good as Cafe Ole for road trips...and a few vocals that I didn't really like. (Thank the maker for CD burners.) Some of these tracks are nice and romantic...which is probably what caught my ear and prompted me to purchase. Not "hard" new flamenco...more laid-back.

I only give this one to people who liked Cafe Ole or any of the Govi works.

I purchased his first CD Cafe Ole and immediately loved it. It is one of my two favorite CD's of this type of music (the other one is Johannes Linstead's Sol, Luna, Tierra). This CD is not quite as good as his first one, but it is still excellent. This group has originality and variety and some of the most varied percussion of any artist in this "new flamenco" style of music. Highly recommended!

Another great alblum from Luis. You won't be disappointed with this alblum. Easy listening. Very well done.

Luis has successfully crossed the line from live performer to accmplished recording artist. The vocals in his latest recording add a new and welcome dimension. If you liked Cafe Ole, you will find this the perfect addition to your collection of Nuevo Flamenco.

WELL, LAST YEAR I BOUGHT HIS FIRST CD AT THE MALL, TAKING A CHANCE ON ITS QUALITY. I COULD HARDLY WAIT TO GET HOME WHILE LISTENING TO IT IN THE CAR, SO THAT I COULD PICK UP MY GUITAR AND START LEARNING HIS STUFF. WITH GREAT ANTICIPATION I WAS WAITING ON HIS LATEST CD "SPANISH KISS" I BOUGHT TWO ,ONE A CHRISTMAS PRESENT FOR MY BROTHER. LUIS IS AN EXCELLENT GUITAR PLAYER, GREAT QUALITY RECORDING AND HE IS VERY CLEAR ON HIS MUSIC COMPOSITION, HE DOESNT GUESS HE HITS IT ON THE MARK. YOU WILL BE BLESSED, BUY IT . GOOD LUCK TO LUIS VILLEGAS AND HIS GROUP THE UNITED NATIONS. I LOOK FORWARD TO YOUR NEXT ALBUM.

Music has a nice beat that you not only enjoy listening too, but also dancing.

I love this CD. Juicy and spicy - can be used for dancing as well as nice 'dinner with friends' phon.