Mambo In The City Salsa Podcast

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RAY SEPÚLVEDA was born into a Puerto Rican family that settled in New York. The salsa singer was inspired by Latin artists at a very young age, learning from his father, Ray Sepúlveda Sr., a bolero singer and recording artist with the Trío Los Románticos. He later performed with Frankie Ruíz in La Dictadura. In 1977, he joined Sociedad 76 Orchestra, and in 1983 joined the Adalberto Santiago Orchestra. In 1988 he formed the Johnny and Ray Orchestra with fellow Sociedad '76 alum, percussionist Johnny Ray (Zamot), and recorded two albums. Sepúlveda went on to release five solo albums, and in 1992, his album, “Con Sabor” reached the Latin Billboard charts.Hosted by Adrian Montanez Support the show

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The son of "El Rey" Tito Puente joins the podcast to talk about his current Mambo tours, memories of his Dad the Late Mambo King Tito Puente, traveling, Google' tribute to Tito Puente and More! We also recap Andy Montanez LIVE from Lehman Center and announce more concerts happening at Lehman!Visit MambointheCity.com Concert Tickets: LehmanCenter.orgSupport the show

Jimmy Bosch is a world-class salsa and jazz artist Trombonist, Director, and Vocalist,  Performing in over 100 countries, and has been revolutionary in the New York style Afro Caribbean music known as “Salsa Dura” or Hard Salsa. Salsa Masters is performed by Bosch and his incredible band, Adan Perez, with Piano, and Background Vocals. Alex Apolo Ayala, Bass. Brian Pozo, Bongos, Bells, Background Vocals. Ricky Rosa, Timbales,Background Vocals. Jesus Muñoz, Congas. Daniel Arboleda, Tenor Sax. Jorge Castro, Baritone Sax. Guiro Gonzalez, Trumpet. Dan Lehner, Trombone.  Bosch has worked with Eddie Palmieri, Ruben Blades, Ray Barretto, Mambo Legends, and Pete El Conde Rodrigez.Jimmy Bosch joins us for an extraordinary salsa podcast and will be Performing at SING AND SWING on Sunday, February 25th at 4 PM!   The concert is a celebration of the Great American Songbook featuring the spectacular trumpet and vocal talents, Bria Skonberg and Benny Benack III, with the opening act, the legendary salsa and jazz trombonist, Jimmy Bosch with his band Salsa Masters! Event: Lehman Center for the Performing Arts proudly presents Jazz at Lincoln Center SING AND SWING on Sunday, February 25th at 4 PM.Tickets: at LehmanCenter.orgSponsored by: Lehman Center!Support the show

En este episodio ,Tenemos el honor de tener como invitado a un ícono del merengue, el incomparable Pablo Martínez!  Escucha sus historias de Dionis Fernández y el Equipo, Victor Roque y La Gran Manzana, Johnny Ventura , Sergio Vargas y mas! Descubre todo lo que tiene preparado para hacerte bailar en el concierto Merengue con Amor 2 desde el Lehman Center cuando se presente con ALEX BUENO, MONCHY CAPRICHO, BONNY Y RICHIE CEPEDA, CARLOS DAVID, PABLO MARTINEZ, and PETER CRUZ!Boletos LehmanCenter.orgPodcast Sponsor : LehmanCenter.orgPodcast Website Mambointhecity.comTikTok: AdrianLMontanezSupport the show

Get ready for a rhythm-packed journey as we dive into Episode #46 of the Mambo in the City Salsa Podcast! In this special edition, we're paying tribute to the legendary "El Rey Del Timbal," Tito Puente. Join us as we reminisce with The Mambo King and Queen of Dance, Eddie and Maria Torres, alongside the iconic Bongo Player, Jonny "Dandy" Rodriguez, and the talented Tito Puente JR, son of the late great Tito Puente!Get ready to be transported as we unravel tales of Celia Cruz and Tito Puente's adventures on the road. Immerse yourself in the memories of Eddie Torres and Tito Puente, setting the dance floor ablaze at the Corso night club. And let's not forget the electrifying vibes of the Palladium Ballroom in the heart of New York City!This episode is not just a journey through history; it's a celebration of the pulsating beats that shaped an era. And a special shoutout to our sponsor, Lehman Center for the Performing Arts, for making this rhythmic odyssey possible! Tune in, turn up the volume, and let the salsa magic begin!

GRAMMY AWARD NOMINATED Percussionist Wilson “Chembo” Corniel wasborn in Manhattan on November 22, 1953 of proud Puerto Rican parents; Chembowas raised in the humble streets of Red Hook, Brooklyn. It was during these years,as a quick-witted youngster, that he had the privilege and honor to study with such percussion luminaries as, Tommy Lopez Sr., “Little Ray” Romero, Louie Bauzo, and Cachete Maldonado.Chembo honed his skills at The Harbor Conservatory for the Performing Arts in New York, and also at the prestigious La Escuela Nacional de Arte in Havana, Cuba under the direction of the great Chucho Valdés. In Cuba Chembo studied with Roberto Vizcaino Guillot, Jose Luis Quintana “Changuito”, Papo Angarica,Alejandro Cavajal Guerra, Lazaro Poderoso, Julito Fantoma, Sandy Perez(Grupo Afro Cuba De Mantanzas).His intense studies with such legends noted above channeled his energy onto a path where Wilson “Chembo” Corniel has now created a reputation for himself among musicians and the public. Today, he is considered as one of the best hard-hitting, versatile percussionists around!Support the show

Ray Viera was born in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico. During his childhood he grew up listening to the recordings of the great "Soneros", such as Hector Lavoe, Ismael Rivera, Ismael Miranda, Chamaco Ramirez and Marvin Santiago. Collectively, these artists inspired Ray to pursue his goals, combining their musical influences into his own vocal style and sensibility. At the age of 11, Ray was sent to live with his father in the "Barrio" of Philadelphia.  Where he was exposed to many other musical genres.  Although he lived outside of his native Puerto Rico, he never lost his cultural roots and musical influences. Ray has worked with many Latin music legends, including Johnny Pacheco, the late Celia Cruz, Yomo Toro, Adalberto Santiago, Papo Lucca, Justo Betancourt, Eddie Palmieri, Spanish Harlem Orchestra, Jimmy Bosch, Chino Nunez, The Fania All Stars, and many other greats. He recorded his first album for ATI Records in 1997 produced by Johnny Pacheco with Jovanny Diaz and his Orchestra.Ray has logged over 20 professional recordings where his discography includes background vocals in various genres, including the soundtrack of an Off-Broadway musical entitled "Quien Mato a Hector Lavoe" starring Domingo Quinones, that would later become a major motion picture starring Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony titled “El Cantante”. He sang background vocals for the late Celia Cruz's Grammy winning "La Negra Tiene Tumbao", her final CD; both Eddie Palmieri's 40th anniversary CD, "La Perfecta II" (Grammy nominated) and "Ritmo Caliente", and is the lead singer in Johnny Pacheco's 50th anniversary CD "Entre Amigos"(2004). He also participated in Ricky Gonzalez's "Oasis", singing lead in the songs "Timbalero" and "Ya Era Tiempo". Over the years, he has toured throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, South America , Africa, and Europe.While striving to realize his dreams, he has continually performed with intense passion and emotion. Many consider Ray one of the new generation of artists who can blend the traditional style of singing with the flexibility of a crooner and a progressive, modern outlook. After many years of being in a background role to some of Salsa's greatest legends, Ray released his debut album, Aqui Esta Ray Viera in 2002. He shows his talent as composer in songs like "Lo Mio Es Cantar", "Borinquen y Cubanacan", and "Corazon Cerrado". He also composed "Tun Tun Suena El Tambor" in Spanish Harlem Orchestra's Grammy award winning album "Across 110th Street". Ray has been a lead singer for the legendary Johnny Pacheco's Tumbao Añejo since 1998. In 2007 Ray released “TROMBAO which he produced and composed nine of the ten songs. “TROMBAO” made it to the second round of the Grammy nomination process in 2008. Ray Viera y Trombao presented its latest work to the public that provided a cultural blending of rhythm that is bursting with Caribbean flavors titled "SAMBUMBIA RADIOACTIVA" in 2013. Today, Ray Viera is taking his talents to the production side and continuing to compose for various projects.Support the show

Ready to get lost in the rhythm of Latin percussion? Legendary Latin percussionist Eric Velez steps into the spotlight in this Part 2 episode, taking us back in time to his early days with Marc Anthony's band, the thrill of performing at iconic clubs, and ultimately making the life-changing decision that would change his life musically forever. Listen in as  Eric paints  a vivid picture of a young musician exploring the world at just 18 years old.We continue our journey through Eric  illustrious career, from his life moments  with the incomparable Tito Puente to his insights into preparing for a world tour. Eric  generously shares his experiences with us, including career highs of performing alongside Puente at Madison Square Garden!  This Part 2 episode is a treasure trove of Salsa tales and tips from someone who has lived through the evolution of the Latin music scene.But that's not all; we also have Eric Velez, another trailblazing Latin percussionist known for his work with Marc Anthony. Eric gives us a glimpse into his life on tour, sharing his rituals for preparing for performances and the importance of hand care for a musician. As an added bonus, he also shares his experience of playing for two American presidents as part of Marc Anthony's band. So, tune in and let's immerse ourselves in the beats, the rhythm, and the stories of these extraordinary musicians.Support the show

Can you imagine the thrill of getting invited to the Mambo Diablo concert by none other than Tito Rodriguez Jr? That was my experience, and I'm thrilled to share it with you, as we look back on an unforgettable night of celebration and honor for the legendary Tito Puente at Hostos Community College.Fasten your seat belts as we take you back to the electrifying night of Mambo music in New York City. The Mambo Legends Orchestra played their hearts out in tribute to Tito Puente, leaving the audience captivated and breathless. Special guests and performers, including Tito Puente's sons, graced the stage, each contributing to an evening that was as much a celebration of Mambo as it was a testament to the enduring impact of Tito Puente's music. All this and more as we revisit the vibe, the energy, and the sheer joy of the Mambo Diablo concert.Support the show

Pedro Omar Brull Irrizary (Pedro Brull) es uno de los salseros más carismáticos de la música salsera actual.Nacido en Vega Baja PR, Pedro comenzó su carrera con bandas como Orchestra Son y luego Concepto Latino!Pedro nos cuenta de aprender a catar con Yayo El Indo,Tito Allen y Fonseca!En 1980, Edwin Morales le ofrece a Brull la oportunidad de su vida como cantante principal en La Orquesta Mulenze y el resto es historia de la salsa.En 2005 Pedro inicia su carrera como solista y lanza el disco Pronosticos bajo el Sello Caminalo iniciado por el legendario Gilberto Santa Rosa.¡Únase a nosotros para una entrevista muy especial con "El Sonero de Pesos Completos" y escuche los recuerdos de SALSA del hombre que la vivió!Hablamos de Maestros Puertorriqueños, viajando y actuando entre íconos de la Salsa, Dia Nacional de La Salsa, MP All Stars, La Puertoricana, sus años en la Orquesta Mulenze, innumerables grabaciones y más!Presentado por Adrian Montanez & Dj Broadway! Support the show

About Pete NaterBiography:Grammy Winner, Band Leader, Musical Director, Arranger, Trumpet, ComposerPete Nater has been part of bands like: Spanish Harlem Orchestra 2002 to 2008 (2005 Grammy Award Winner)The Mambo Legends Orch. 2009 to presentThe Latin Giants of Jazz 2002 to 2009Frankie Ruiz Orchestra 1995-1998Musical Director Larry Harlow Orchestra 1974-1980, 1990 to presentGrupo Fascinacion 1983-present Co-founder/Leader (a/k/a Fascinacion)Chico O'Farrill's Afro-Cuban Jazz Orch 2008 to 2014 (2014 Grammy Award Winner)Conjunto Clasico 1996 to 2008Ray Sepulveda Orchestra 1997 to presentMusical Director Hector Casanova Y Montuno 1980-1983The Bronx Horns 2001 to presentLatin Legend Band 1994 to presentRalph Irizarry's Son Criollo 1998-2002David Gonzales' “Sofrito” play 1999 to presentRichie Viruet's Blue Clave 1998 to presentVictor Cruz Orchestra 1995-1996Nestor Sanchez Band 1996-1997Junior Gonzales Orchestra 1990-1991Seguida 1972-1974 Latin Soul Inc. 1972Viento De Agua 2000-2002Ray Martinez' “Sabor Criollo” 2007 – Present“Little” Johnny Rivero 2008-PresentPete Nater & Associates 2009 to presentRay De La Paz 2007- presentMusical Director Orlando Marin 2010-presentI have also played with, or recorded with, or sub-ed with, or jammed with, on and off, here and there over the years, the following artists:Ray BarrettoMachitoJohnny PachecoTito PuenteEddie PalmieriCharlie PalmieriHector LaVoeMarc AnthonyCachaoCelia CruzRuben BladesPete “El Conde” RodriguezVictor ManuelTito RojasLuis Perico OrtizDizzy GillespieWynton MarsalisEl Gran ComboMongo SantamariaPaul SimonCyndi LauperIsmael MirandaRichie Ray & Bobby CruzOrlando MarinJose FajardoDave ValentinSonora PoncenaTito NievesToby LoveDLGGiovanni HidalgoTipica 73Obie BermudezRay RuizKakoDaniel SantosHilton RuizBill EvansRay Santos All-starsOrnette ColemanThe Mingus BandCheo FelicianoValerie CapersMichael StuartYomo ToroAdalberto SantiagoTony VegaYolanda DukeJohnny RiveraJoe QuijanoJanis IanEddie Torres Mambo King OrchestraSalseros Del Hudson& many many more.Support the show

Eric Velez is one of the most respected Latino percussionists of his generation. He is of Puerto Rican descent, and was born and raised in the Bronx, New York. Eric learned to play congas, bongos, and timbales at the young age of three with the assistance of his brother. His first musical performance was with Grupo Fascinacion at the age of fifteen.  At the age of seventeen, Eric played with Eddie Palmieri and in 1993 made his first recording with Marc Anthony for the movie soundtrack “Carlito's Way.”  In 1996, Eric continued to record under RMM Records with producer Isidro Infante. Eric also traveled with the RMM Band, featuring Tito Puente. In 1997, Eric joined Marc Anthony's band and later that year performed for President Clinton's 1997 Inaugural Ceremony.  A year later, Eric recorded with Celia Cruz.  In 1999, Eric joined D.L.G. and also recorded with various artists under record producer Sergio George.Between 2000 and 2004, Eric performed with Marc Anthony on two tours, several TV shows, including Jay Leno, as well as the HBO Special: Marc Anthony the Concert. In 2005, Eric joined the “Juntos en Concierto Tour” featuring Marc Anthony. Later that year, Eric and his brother, Joe Juicy Jusino recorded a Salsa CD titled, “Juicy and Eric – Huracan.” In 2006, Eric went on another “Juntos en Concierto Tour 2” featuring Marc Anthony.  In October, Eric recorded with Marc Anthony for “Marc Anthony in Tenerife.”  In 2007, Eric continued to play with Marc Anthony and also began playing percussion with Jennifer Lopez and appeared on American Idol and David Letterman.  The following year, Drum! Magazine named Eric “Runner-up for Percussion Rising Star.”  In 2009, Toca Percussion launched the Eric Velez Signature Series Congas and Bongos. In October, Eric returned to the White House and performed with Marc Anthony for the “Fiesta Latina” performance. Eric has received many renowned distinctions, including another award by Drum! Magazine in 2009.  He was named “Live Percussionist of the Year,” “Runner-up Percussionist of the Year,” “Runner-up Latin Percussionist of the Year,” and “Runner-up Percussion Product of the Year.”  In 2010, Eric's influence was significantly recognized once again when he was awarded Drum! Magazine's “Runner-up Live Performer of the Year” and “Runner-up Latin Percussionist of the Year.”  In May 2011, Eric performed with Marc Anthony during the season finale of American Idol. Once again, his accomplishments were recognized when Eric received the award for “Runner-up Latin Percussionist of the Year” by Drum! Magazine.In 2012, Eric performed with Marc Anthony during the finale of Q'Viva: The Chosen. In June, Eric played for President Obama at the “Latinos for Obama Fundraiser” at the Jackie Gleason Theater.  That same year, Eric received an award by Drum! Magazine as “Runner-up Latin Percussionist of the Year.”  Eric toured this summer with the “GIGANT3S Tour” featuring Marc Anthony. He will be ending the year in Latin America with the “GIGANT2S Tour” featuring Marc Anthony. Eric is currently on Tour w/ Marc Anthony!Hosted by Adrian  Montanez!Bio Credit Toca Percussion Support the show

Richie Viruet is a New York-born trumpet player of Puerto Rican decent whose 38-year career in Latin Music has taken him around the world!  Over the years Richie has toured globally with salsa bands like Larry Harlow's Latin Legends of Jazz, The Mambo Legends Orchestra, "El Rumbero del Piano" Eddie Palmieri , Tito Nieves, Celia Cruz , La India and the Spanish Harlem Orchestra just to name a few! Richie was also in the Movie "El Cantante" a 2006 biographical film which stars singers Marc Anthony and Jennifer Lopez. The film is based on the life of the late salsa singer Héctor Lavoe, who is portrayed by Anthony. It debuted at Toronto International Film Festival on September 12, 2006, El Cantante was released on August 3, 2007.In October of 2022, Richie launched his very first solo album Titled "Richie Vee Clave Con Blue" working with bass player and arranger, Mauricio Rodriguez as well as others on the album!Support the show

Join us for a very special MAMBO PACKED podcast as we celebrate the 100th birthday one of the most ICONIC voices in Latin Music history Tito Rodriguez! Special Guest: Leader of the Tito Rodriguez jr Orchestra ,son of Tito Rodriguez, Mr Tito Rodriguez Jr!Hosted by Adrian MontanezSpecial Guest Co- Host Mario GonzalezSupport the show

A native of Arecibo in Puerto Rico, Luisito Carrión has been singing since age 13. He began his career as a salsa artist with Orquesta Kafe, Orquesta La Nativa and Grupo Concepto Latino.In his early performances he sung along withCelia Cruz, Adalberto Santiago and Santitos Colon. Later he played in Salsa Fever together with Julio Gunda Mercéd where he had various hits like “Renta de Amor” y “Señores ahí va Julián”. He later joined the Bobby Valentín Orchestra where he sung the hits “El Agua”, “El Señor de las señoras”, “Ramos de flores”, “El Gigolo”, “Tributo de Cali”, y “Como lo hago yo”. In his evolutionary process Luisito joined the Don Perignon Orchestra where he sung “La Fuga” and later joined la Sonora Ponceña where he came out with the songs “Yaré” and “A Comer Lechón”.In 1997 he recorded with y Su Apollo Sound in the production “Mi música 1997”. In the late 90's Carrión starts his career as a soloist for MP Records together with Julio Gunda Mercéd and Rafael Bodo Torres where he comes with hits like: Sin tu amor, “La chica mas popular”, “Nadie como tu”, “Porque”, “Amiga Mia”, “Muriendo”, “Como ave sin rumbo” y “"Para ser Real”. Today, Luisito Carrión is regarded as one of Puerto Rico's top soneros.Mambo in the City is honored to have this SALSA LEGEND join us live!Hosted by Adrian Montanez & DJ Broadway! Support the show

Welcome to Mambo in the City Salsa Podcast!In this In this episode Adrian  hosts Salsa Dancer Steve Seda  as he talks about being part of such groups like the RMM Dance Company, The Mario Diaz Dance Review, The Addie-tude Dance Company, Latin Madness and The Descarga Latina Dance Company.  We talk about his years learning how to dance at Side Street in the Bronx and later performing  on stage during La Combinacion Perfecta Tour! Steve shares stories of El Concerto Del Amor at Madison Square Garden, Roberto Clemente Arena, Carnegie Hall, Waldorf Astoria, Copacabana and at various New York's Salsa/Mambo Dance Clubs. Steve talks about meeting the King of Mambo Tito Puente Y La Reina Ceila Cruz and travels  to Philadelphia, Florida, Los Angeles, Chicago, Texas and Colombia Wepa!Plus, my night in New York City Hanging w/ Tito Puente JR and Yankee Legend Bernie Williams as they Perform Oye Como Va (Live Audio) from The Cutting Room in NYC!All that and more on the Mambo in the City Salsa Podcast!Hosted by Concert Photographer: Adrian Montanez Photography Website: AdrianlMontanez.comPodcast Website: MambointheCity.comSupport the show

He is the son of one of the most powerful forces in Latin music the late great Machito aka Frank Grillo! For over 40 years Mario Grillo has been musical director and leads the Machito Orchestra in honor of his Father! In this very Special interview Mario Grillo talks about Charlie Palmieri, his Uncle Mario Bauza, Gracila, Dizzy Gillespie and of course the Godfather of Mambo Machito!That and so Much more plus Audio clips from the 36th New York Salsa Festival from the Barclays in Brooklyn! Hosted by Concert Photographer Adrian Montanez¡Él es el hijo de una de las fuerzas más poderosas de la música latina, el difunto gran Machito, también conocido como Frank Grillo! ¡Por más de 40 años Mario Grillo ha sido director musical y dirige la Orquesta Machito en honor a su Padre! En esta entrevista muy especial, Mario Grillo habla sobre Charlie Palmieri, su tío Mario Bauza, Gracila, Dizzy Gillespie y, por supuesto, ¡el padrino de Mambo Machito!¡Eso y mucho más, además de clips de audio del 36º Festival de Salsa de Nueva York del Barclay's en Brooklyn! Presentado por el fotógrafo de conciertos Adrian MontanezSupport the show

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The stories of Salsa Continue..In this episode of Mambo in the City Salsa Podcast: El Cantante Frankie Morales stops bye to shares stories of Joe Bataan, growing up around Ismael Miranda, Pete El Conde Rodriguez and the Club Corso,  where he began singing coro for "El Cantante de Los Cantantes" Hector Lavoe! Frankie talks about growing up in El Barrio in New York City, working w/ Conjunto Clássico, travels with Ismael Rivera and Eddie Montalvo, Recording with Jimmy Sabater,  Tito Allen!  Frankie also talks about being hired by "The King" Tito Puente life on the road w/ Tito Puente, recordings and being the last singer for the King of Latin Music.Hosted by Adrian Montanez & DJ Broadway!BIO Learning from Salsa's legends such as Joe Bataan and Hector Lavoe, Frankie was primed to step it up when the greats like Celia Cruz, Ismael Rivera, Ismael Miranda, Pellin Rodriguez and Cheo Feliciano, among others, came knocking. Starting on the streets of "El Barrio", New York City's Spanish Quarter, Frankie has come a long way, and to this day, continues to grow. His first recording "Sabor Del Barrio" led the way to a ten year association with Bad Street Boys. With an inherent desire to return to his roots, and with a firm work ethic rooted in the philosophy that "growth comes to a Salsero through ‘work, work and more work' Frankie parted ways and started focusing on the Salsa genre once again. Proving that it was the right choice for him, Frankie was ready when the Lebron Brothers invited him to sit in and record with them.The recording was so impressive, that Caiman Records then produced two albums featuring none other than Frankie Morales as a solo artist, entitled "Frankie Morales: En Su Punto" and "Standing Out". These two albums exposed Frankie to greater audiences and enhanced both his experience and reputation resulting in what he thought to be a dream when he was invited as an independent vocalist to join the great legends of "The Fania All-Stars."Continuing to grow his experience, and after singing back-up for Tito Nieves, the late visionary, Ralph Mercado recommended Frankie to Ernest "Tito" Puente, who was in search of a lead vocalist. Traveling the world with Master Puente, "El Rey Del Timbal," was definitely one of the highlights of Frankie's career and famed him as a Grammy Award winner with the recordings of "Tito Puente Mambo Birdland" and "Masterpiece", Puente's final album and collaboration with "The Great" Eddie Palmieri. Still today, even after "El Rey's" passing, Frankie holds the position of Lead Vocalist with the Tito Puente Orchestra.Bio Credit: klaveLatina.comSupport the show (https://cash.app/$AdrianLMontanez)

Fajardo Jr. born in New York City, New York on January 29, 1972. Coming from a musical family, Fajardo Jr. became a musician playing congas at the age of 3, then Timbales at the age of 4. At that tender age, he began his musical journey with father " Jose Fajardo" leader of the band "Fajardo Y Sus Estrellas".Fajardo Jr. made his first TV appearance at the age of 3 in Miami. On his first tour, in 1977 at the age of 5, he and his father performed in Africa sponsored by RMM (Ralph Mercado Management). With his father at his side, he became knowledgeable in the world of music. He was destined to follow the Fajardo tradition. At the age of 6 Fajardo Jr. was already exposed to promoters and business giants, they referred to him as a prodigy child and nicknamed him EL NINO PRODIGIO. Earlier on in his childhood, his father would sit down with him and show him positions on the flute, he also tried to teach him how to read music to see if Fajardo Jr. could catch on and play like his father. In high school, Fajardo Jr. had the opportunity to study flute once again and began playing second flute chair in the concert band for Memorial High school. At this time, Fajardo Jr. was also Drum Captain for the school's Concert, Jazz and Marching bands. He was well liked and had is own fame in school as one of the best percussionist in Hudson County. “Nothing could take the place of my salsa music and the limelight.” Fajardo Jr. exclaimed. His first love was and will always remain his TIMBALES and percussion instruments.As a percussionist, he developed his own style by watching and learning from famous percussionists like Tito Puente, Johnny Almendra, Ralph Irizarry and others.Throughout the years Fajardo Jr. has had the privilege of performing along side the likes of Johnny Pacheco, Oscar D' Leon, Jose Alberto (El Canario), La Sonora Mantancera, Johnny Ray, Grupo Imagen, Luisito Carrion, Pedro Jesus, Cano Estremerra, Johnny Almendra, Tito Puente, Sheila E., Nino Segarra, Cachao and many more. Fajardo Jr. has also had the opportunity to travel with many of these artists to such places like Africa, Mexico, Canada, France, Martinique, Guadelupe, St. Marten, Germany, Russia, Holland, Colombia as well as throughout the United States. In New York and Miami he has performed in some of the most famous night clubs such as THE COPACABANA, LATIN QUARTERS, LA MAGANETTE, CASA BLANCA, THE PALM TREE, CLUB MYSTIQUE and more.Fajardo Jr. has appeared on recordings with artist such as Jose Fajardo (his father), Javier Vasquez (Sonora Mantancera), David Cedeno, Grupo Imagen, Glen Vargas, Felipe Mercado and more. In his career he has also appeared on TV shows such as "SIEMPRE EN DOMINGO", "EL SHOW DE ROLANDO BARRAL", "EL SHOW DE EL MEDIO DIA", "ACCESS HOLLYWOOD", "PRIMERA EDICION", "SALSA EN LA CALLE".Fajardo Jr. has become the musical director of his father's band FAJARDO Y SUS ESTRELLAS in 2001. This 6-11 piece latin band brings much excitement to the stage in any event. Besides performing latin music this band can also perform some american classics to satisfy all dancers alike.Bio Credit: The BashPodcast hosted byConcert Photographer Adrian Montanez & DJ Broadway!Support the show (https://cash.app/$AdrianLMontanez)

Welcome to Mambo in the City Salsa Podcast! In this episode Legendary Congero and Musical director for Charlie Aponte, Sammy Garcia joins us live from Puerto Rico! Sammy was Born in Chicago, his family then moved to the South Bronx and from there SALSA entered Sammy's life  and changed it forever. Sammy remembers  bands he was part of including: Hector Cassanova, Johnny Pacheco y Su Tumbao , Andy Montanez, Don Perignon y la Orquesta Puertorriqueña and Willie Colon. and He has recorded with  Marc Anthony, Celia Cruz, La India, Bobby Valentin, Tony Vega , Charlie Aponte, Tito Nieves just to name a few. He shares the story of traveling to Cuba with Richie Bastar ( El Compadre) and meeting his music idol  the one and only Tata Güines! Finally we surprise Sammy w/ Special guest Tito Nieves and we talk recordings, the Corso Nightclub, travel stories and the El Conjunto Clásico era w/ these 2 original members!Gente this is a great  story packed w/ moments  SALSA's biggest legends  and musicians that came into Sammy's life!It's an honor to have this legendary percussionist on the Mambo in the City Salsa Podcast!!Hosted by Adrian Montanez and DJ BroadwaySpecial Guest: Tito NievesWebsite: MambointheCity.comYoutube: MambointheCitySalsaPodcastInstagram: AdrianLMontanez( Host)Support the show (https://cash.app/$AdrianLMontanez)

Que Clase Pique! ( Live Audio Clips)In this episode Concert photographer Adrian Montanez takes you back to one of the biggest SALSA concerts of 2022 at Radio City Music Hall in New York City! The concert, Presented by Adam Torres, featured La India, El Grupo Niche y El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico! in this podcast Adrian also sits down w/ legendary Percussionist Bobby Allende and talks memories of Ralph Mercado, Ruben Blades, Marc Anthony, Combination Perfecta and much more!  Support the show (https://cash.app/$AdrianLMontanez)

Ahead of the upcoming concert Palladium in the New Millennium, happening March 5th at Lehman Center for the Performing Arts,  Tito Puente Jr, Tito Rodriguez Jr.  stop by Mambo in the City Salsa Podcast!Hosted by Adrian MontanezWebsite MambointheCity.comSupport the show (https://cash.app/$AdrianLMontanez)

¡Bienvenidos! En este episodio el legendario timbalero David Rosado Cuba nos habla de sus 50 años en la música además de historias de viajes como parte de la primera orquesta de Gilberto Santa Rosa por más de 10 años! ¡David habla sobre conocer los años de Tito Puente con Tommy Olivencia y crecer con el ícono de percusión Giovanni Hidalgo! ¡Bienvenidos al Podcast de Salsa de Mambo en la Ciudad@!Welcome! In this episode  the legendary timbalero David Rosado Cuba talks to us about his 50 years in music also travel stories as part of the very first Gilberto Santa Rosa orchestra for over 10 years! David talks about meeting Tito Puente years with Tommy Olivencia and growing up with Percussion icon Giovanni Hidalgo! Welcome to the Mambo in the City Salsa Podcast! Hosted by: Concert Photographer Adrian Montanez & the Legendary DJ Broadway!Support the show (https://cash.app/$AdrianLMontanez)

¡En este episodio del podcast Mambo in the City Salsa, la única Cita Rodríguez recuerda a su padre, Fania -All Star Icon Pete 'El Conde" Rodríguez! ¡Cita comparte historias de estar en "El Show de Las Doce"! Su vida en casa con su familia y aprendiendo de su padre. Escuche cómo fue estar en el escenario con su padre, el Unico Pete El Conde, también comparte viajes a Rusia con la Orquesta Mambo Legends y hoy, siendo líder de la banda manteniendo la música. de Pete "El Conde" Rodríguez vivo, alrededor del mundo con su orquesta aquí en la ciudad de Nueva York! Support the show (https://cash.app/$AdrianLMontanez)

Adrian Montanez Y Dj Broadway welcome El Sonero Del Bailador to Mambo in the City Salsa Podcast!HECTOR “PICHIE” PEREZ, LUEGO DE COMENZAR CON GRUPOS Y ORQUESTAS AFICIONADAS DE SALSA, DECIDE PLANTAR BANDERA EN LOS 70 PROFESIONALMENTE JUNTO A LA ORQ. LA TERRIFICA DE PONCE (7 AÑOS), Y EN LOS 80, A LA PRIMERISIMA DEL MAESTRO TOMMY OLIVENCIA (Q.E.P.D.) (2 AÑOS), Y A “LA BANDERA DEL BAILADOR”, LA SONORA PONCEÑA DE QUIQUE (Q.E.P.D.) Y PAPO LUCCA DEJANDO SUS MEJORES PREGONES, Y UN TRABAJO PROFESIONAL Y DE ALTURA Y POR 3 DECADAS (30 AÑOS). HA SIDO UN SONERO BORICUA, RESPETADO Y QUERIDO POR LA COMUNIDAD PUERTORRIQUEÑA Y EL MUNDO SALSERO INTERNACIONAL, SUS APORTES VAN MAS ALLA DE CANTAR CON ESTAS GRANDES INSTITUCIONES. PICHIE PEREZ ES RECONOCIDO COMO UNA DE LAS MEJORES VOCES DONDE HA GRABADO  LOS COROS MAS AFINCADOS DE LA SALSA Y SU PRECISIÓN Y SABOR PARA GUIRO Y MARACAS,HA  QUEDADO PLASMADO EN ALREDEDOR DE 400  GRABACIONES CON LAS MEJORES ORQUESTAS Y SOLISTAS DEL AMBIENTE DE LA SALSA, DONDE SOLO HAY QUE REMITIRSE PARA REDECUBRIR SUS APORTES ..ESTA TERCERA PRODUCCIÓN DE HECTOR “PICHIE” PEREZ, TIENE UNA TRASCENDENCIA MUSICAL Y HUMANA POR SER CONCEBIDA EN PLENA PANDEMIA (COVID-19) DURANTE EL 2020 PARA SER DISFRUTADA Y BAILADA EN EL 2021, LE ANTECEDEN, “ALEGRANDO LA NAVIDAD”, TRABAJO NAVIDEÑO QUE SE HIZO EN EL 2018 Y “EL SONERO DEL BAILADOR”, QUE FUE SU COMIENZO INDEPENDIENTE EN EL 2016. (AMBAS PRODUCCIONES BAJO SU PROPIO SELLO SDB PROD.) COMO ÉL PERSONALMENTE NOS EXPRESO VIA WHATSAPP…ESTA ES LA 3RA PRODUCCION… LOS TEMAS, ALGUNOS SON RECICLADOS,(SALSA DE GAVETA) COMO "CUYI" TEMA GRABADO POR TITO PUENTE Y CELIA CRUZ, "FELIZ INFELIZ", TEMA GRABADO POR JULIO CASTRO (LA MASACRE) CON NESTOR SANCHEZ, "NO DEJES QUE TE DIGAN MUÑECA" GRABADO POR ELIADES OCHOA Y "NO TE PERDONO" DE ORQ. LA TERRIFICA Y ALGUNOS INEDITOS COMO "PARA TI CANTO YO" COMP. DE LUIS SEDA, "AYER SOÑÈ",COMP DE PEDRO JESUS, "SI PERO NO" (TEMA COVID), COMP. DE FELIPE D' JESUS.Y UN MEDLEY ROMANTICO DE DOS CLASICOS DEL BOLERO; "MI DESGRACIA" Y "ENFERMA DEL ALMA”(PRIMER TEMA GRABADA POR CELIO GONZALES Y PAQUITO GUZMAN CON TOMMY OLIVENCIA, Y EL SEGUNDO TEMA GRABADA POR JUSTO BETANCOURT)EN SU MENSAJE DE VOZ  SIGUE EMOCIONADO EXCLAMANDO..ESTA 3RA PRODUCCION TUVE COMO ARREGLISTAS A "LA CREMA"; MAESTROS COMO NINO SEGARRA, PEDRO BERMUDEZ, ANGEL TORRES "PAJAY” Y JAVIER FERNANDEZ, COMBINADOS CON NUEVOS TALENTOS COMO TONY VELAZQUEZ, CARLOS GARCIA Y FELIPE DE JESUS GARCIAQue Clase Pique! Support the show (https://cash.app/$AdrianLMontanez)

Music has been the center of Jeremy Bosch's life since he has memory. Growing up in his native Puerto Rico, he played percussion and sang at his local church , while his family instructed him in a variety of classic legends such as Barry White, Earth Wind & Fire, Miles Davis, Hector Lavoe, Chicago and Tony Bennett, for Name some. He soon manifested his musical talent: at the young age of 17, Jeremy received a full scholarship to attend the Berklee College of Music. It was during these years of training that Bosch had his first professional experience as an artist, along with the famous Puerto Rican percussionist Giovanni Hidalgo and his All Star Band. It was there Bosch knew he was destined for a career in music.It has been a long and transformative road since Bosch's summers in Berklee. He has performed worldwide in concerts and festivals in Europe, South America, North America and the Caribbean. He has been the lead vocalist of the acclaimed Spanish Harlem Orchestra and also shared the stage with the legendary salsa player Eddie Palmieri as vocalist for his band. More recently, Bosch had the honor of acting as leader of the band in the European Parliament in Brussels, Belgium.Article credit: RockWood MusicSupport the show (https://cash.app/$AdrianLMontanez)

Que Clase Pique!The Legendary DJ Broadway and Concert Photographer Adrian Montanez return to Mambo in the City and in this episode we recap 2021 Summer concerts,  Fiestas Patronales en PR ,Salsa Meets Jazz at NJ Pac (Audio Clips) Adrian learns a lesson from the legendary  salsa singer Herman Olivera,  DJ Broadway meets Salsa Icon Andy Montanez and so much more!Welcome to Mambo in the City!

Event News: Join us Sabado June 12th for Mambo in the City Salsa Social @ Adelante Studios Salsa Music w/ Dj Broadway!   Visit MambointheCity.com for Tickets!In this Episode  of  Mambo in the City Salsa Podcast, Percussion  Legend Jimmy Delgado shares stories from an ERA OF SALSA that will never be duplicated!  Stories of Joining  Willie Colon's Band, Hector Lavoe stories, joining Manos Dura Ray Barretto, the Dominando Concert in 1978 in San Juan Puerto Rico and more!  Surprise guest for this podcast include, from Puerto Rico (Over 40 years w/ Gilberto Santa Rosa)  David Cuba Rosado and FANIA ICON ORESTES VILATO!!!Hosted by Adrian Montanez, DJ Broadway and Mario B!

In this episode:  Salsa Legends Tito Nieves, "Mambo King" Eddie Torres and  the Queen Maria Torres, share memories of Hector Lavoe, NYC salsa clubs of the 1970's and early 80's, Conjunto Classico,  meeting Ralph Mercado, the RMM years, Tito Puente ,Concert stories, travel stories and so much more! Enjoy this very rare podcast from exceptional  2 legends!Tito Nieves has become one of the most prominent salsa singers in the industry. He was born in 1959, as Humberto Nieves, in Río Piedras, Puerto Rico. He started performing professional gigs when he was still 15 years old. He started singing background vocals for Orquesta Cimarrón and soon became lead singer in the band. His first major breakthrough was when he began to sing with Héctor Lavoe in the late 70’s. In 1979, Tito Nieves joined the Conjunto Clásico band, becoming a worldwide sensation.By the late 80’s Nieves had enough professional experience to go out on his own. He recorded his first solo album, The Classic (1988-RMM), which contained the hit song “Sonámbulo”. This would be the first of many productions he would record for the label. His next album Yo Quiero Cantar (1989-RMM), which contained his first crossover English-language song, “I’ll Always Love You”. The third album Déjame Vivir (1990-RMM), established Nieves as one of the genre’s most formidable voices to emerge in recent years. Nieves contributes his own composition to the album, with his title track. His fourth album Rompecabeza (1992-RMM), which continued his ascent as one of salsa’s fastest rising stars.Hosted by Adrian Montanez, DJ Broadway and Mario BDon't miss the Tito Nieves Podcast :' Conversa Con Tito' every Monday Night ,via Tito Nieves official Facebook page!

Mambo in the City Salsa Podcast heads across the globe for a very special episode w/ Legendary International Salsa DJ Henry Knowles!From his early beginnings playing at New York nightclubs, working for RMM ( Ralph Mercado Music) meeting Tito Puente, Celia Cruz, Marc Anthony, the Bacardi Salsa Congress, the Copacabana, the creation of Simply Salsa Monday's, working with Spanish Harlem Orchestra and New Swing Sextet! Suprise guests for this episode include Founder/Musical director for the Multi-Grammy Award-winning, Spanish Harlem Orchestra, Oscar Hernandez. Also legendary New York City Salsa Dj, Jeff Stenette, and longtime New York, Salsa Promoter Mr. Izzy Rodriguez.Hosted by Adrian Montanez and Mario B!

it's July 17th, 2016, and El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico is a few hours away from performing at one of the largest, Latin music festivals in the world the Newark Peruvian festival! The time is 7:42 pm the setting is the Lobby at Robert Treat Hotel, and concert photographer Adrian Montanez is sitting across from his friend of many years, Legendary Percussionist Richie Bastar. The members of El Gran Combo are starting to make their way to the lobby and concert time is approaching! in this interview, Richie Bastar remembers his early years, memories of his father the Late Kako, Pete El Conde Rodriguez, traveling to Africa, years with El Conjunto Classico and El Gran Combo De Puerto Rico!

Que Clase Pique! Carlos Guerrero, de Cali, Colombia, esMúsico, Percusionista, Cantante, Compositor.Ha participado en agrupaciones como: Grupo Niche, Grupo Gale, Son de Cali, Orquesta de Alberto Barros, y su propia orquesta «Salsa Con Swing de Cali para el Mundo», entre otras.Hosted by AdrianMontanez & Dj Broadway Welcome to Mambo in the city Salsa Podcast!Sponsors:Venice149.com ,Pozo InternationalWebsite: Mambointhecity.com

En este episodio, Tito Rodríguez jr y su cantante principal Sammy González Jr recuerdan la creación del álbum Eclipse, la canción Mujer Erótica, trabajando con Gilberto Santa Rosa, historias de viajes que incluyen Londres, Roma, el Hollywood Bowl, Club Broadway 2 en Queens, NUEVA YORK. Hablamos de Angel Canales, recuerden al difunto Louie Ramirez, Luisito Ayala y el legendario Tito Rodríguez.Presentado por Adrian Montanez y DJ Broadway.In this episode of Mambo in the City, Tito Rodríguez jr and his lead singer Sammy González Jr remember the creation of the album Eclipse, the song Mujer Erotica, working with Gilberto Santa Rosa, travel stories including London, Rome, the Hollywood Bowl, Club Broadway 2 in Queens, NEW YORK. We are talking Angel Canales, remember the late Louie Ramirez, Luisito Ayala, and the legendary Tito Rodríguez.Presented by Adrian Montanez and DJ Broadway.

About Aura Flores: Aurora Floresbandleader, author, and "badass" performer A Latin from Manhattan, Aurora is a BMI composer, producer, educator & entrepreneur, the recipient of numerous awards and included in Who's Who in Hispanic America. A published author and journalist she broke barriers as the first woman music correspondent for Billboard Magazine while still attending Columbia University. Her name appears on hundreds of Latin music liner notes and thousands of articles on music, culture, community, and politics over mainstream newspapers, magazines, and media outlets.As a BMI composer she writes original music for the Nickelodeon' hit series "Dora the Explorer," and for orchestra Zon del Barrio which she leads and directs performing from New York to the Caribbean to France's Cotes d'Azur. A play on the words "son" a musical genre found throughout the Islands and U.S. barrio "zones" where people of colorwork and struggle hard only to party just as hard —Zon del Barrio is NOT your average grandma's "salsa" group. Zon del Barrio is the intergenerational, creative, and co-ed sound of Latin music genres from the mean streets of El Barrio and the Bronx. The big band expresses her own original songs from a political and women's focus as well as the virtuoso music from the streets of Latin NY that she so misses from the scene today.Aurora can be seen over many documentaries on Latin music, has written for the WNET Latino American series, lectures at colleges and universities, and conducts cultural tours of East Harlem for students and corporate organizations. A break-through renaissance woman, Aurora is an entrepreneurial publicist & award-winning media consultant, writer, and producer. She founded Aurora Communications in 1988 producing national music, culture, and health events from community block parties to sold-out shows at Madison Square Garden as well as providing corporate public relations to various Fortune 500 companies and political campaigns. www.aurora-communications.com

Que Clase PIQUE! In this classic episode, The Legendary, Bongo player, Johnny "Dandy" Rodríguez, talks about his years as the Bongosero with Tito Puente, Tito Rodríguez, Machito, Ray Barretto, Fania All-Stars, Típica 73 and forming the Mambo Legends orchestra! Hear stories of growing up en El Barrio, joining Tito Puente in 1962, and the magic of Palladium Ballroom in New York City! Welcome to Mambo in the City Salsa Podcast!Hosted by Adrian Montanez & Dj BroadwayMambointhecity.comEn este episodio clásico, The Legendary, Bongo player, Johnny "Dandy" Rodríguez, habla de sus años como Bongosero con Tito Puente, Tito Rodríguez, Machito, Ray Barretto, Fania All-Stars, Típica 73 y ¡formando la orquesta Mambo Legends! ¡Escuche historias de crecer en El Barrio, unirse a Tito Puente en 1962 y la magia del Palladium Ballroom en la ciudad de Nueva York!

Como! Welcome, Mario Gonzalez to the Mambo In The City Salsa Podcast! Salsa Instructor Mario B of Salsa Fever On2 - Dance Academy and I join forces for a podcast show called "Asi Se Baila"!Join us for a chat about the New York Salsa Scene, socials, performances, and travel stories w/ El Gran Combo, La India, and much more!About Podcast CO-HOST Mario B AKA Mario Justo GonzalezIs a Professional Dancer, Instructor, Choreographer, and Founder of the Salsa Fever On2 Dance Academy. He has performed around the world and has shared the stage w/ salsa legends like Johnny Pacheco, Henry Casanova, Ismael Miranda, Yomo Toro, Oscar De' Leon, AND Jose Alberto "El Canario!Join us for a chat about the New York Salsa Scene, socials, performances, and travel stories w/ El Gran Combo, La India, and much more!

Welcome to Mambo in the City!Adrian Montanez and DJ Broadway review La Feria de Cali ( Bobby Valentin, Eddie Palmieri, Niche). Upcoming concerts w/ Gilberto Santa Rosa, Victor Manuelle, Y El Torito. We remember Larry Harlow's 2016 concert Hommy in New York City and news about a new show called " Asi Se Baila" feat. Salsa instructor Mario B of Salsa Fever on2 Dance Academy! Welcome to Mambo in the City!

It's the countdown to 2021 in this episode of the Mambo in the City Salsa Podcast we remember one of the most charismatic salsa singers of our time "El Gallo Salsero" Tito Rojas. Travel stories w/ the orchestra, We talk the Broadway express and cover brand New Salsa!Welcome to Mambo in the City Salsa Podcast!

Sabroso! Enjoy a very special edition of the Broadway Express w/ Mambo in the City's own DJ Broadway!Happy Holidays from Mambo in The City Salsa Podcast!

Que honor! In this episode the Lead singer from El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico talks about very 1st, upcoming, virtual salsa concert from Bellas Artes in Puerto Rico! Jerry remembers Celia Cruz, talks new music, El Gran Combo during the Pandemic, and the return of El Gran Combo to the stage for the 1st time since February 2019 and much more!It's a pleasure to interview this legend, Nuestro Gran Combo Hoy, mañana y Siempre! ¡Que honor! En este episodio, el cantante principal de El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico habla sobre el primer y próximo concierto virtual de salsa de Bellas Artes en Puerto Rico.Jerry recuerda a Celia Cruz, habla de nueva música, El Gran Combo durante la Pandemia, y el regreso de El Gran Combo al escenario por primera vez desde febrero de 2019 ¡y mucho más!Es un placer entrevistar a esta leyenda, Nuestro Gran Combo Hoy mañana, y Siempre!

George Delgado has performed w/ some of Salsa biggest names! Names like Tito Puente, Celia Cruz, Jimmy Sabater, Tito Rojas, Eddie Palmieri, Tito Nieves and many others! Today George continues to work w/ New Yorks biggest Salsa Bands including the Grammy Award winning , Spanish Harlem Orchestra and the Mambo Legends! Join us for a trip into salsa history on the Mambo In The City Salsa Podcast!¡George Delgado ha actuado con algunos de los nombres más importantes de la salsa! ¡Nombres como Tito Puente, Celia Cruz, Jimmy Sabater, Tito Rojas, Eddie Palmieri, Tito Nieves y muchos otros! Hoy en día, George continúa trabajando con las bandas de salsa más importantes de Nueva York, incluidas la ganadora del premio Grammy, la Orquesta de Harlem Española y las Mambo Legends. ¡Únase a nosotros en un viaje a la historia de la salsa en el podcast de salsa de Mambo In The City!

On this episode of the Mambo in The City Salsa Podcast, Adrian Montanez and DJ Broadway remember, Bronx nightclub Side Street and the after the beach salsa parties, the club Broadway years, the passing of Bongo Player Chucky Lopez, Gilberto Santa Rosa's new album delivers 19 tracks plus Puerto Rico meets NYC Pete Perignon and Jeremy Bosch drop the new single.. Sera Un Pena!Welcome to Mambo in the City!

Entrevista para los libros de historia con el Director Musical de la Orquesta de Tito Rojas, Celso Clemente! Celso ha grabado más de 142 álbumes y ha sido parte de muchas, muchas orquestas de salsa legendarias como Frankie Ruiz, Tommy Olivencia Tony Vega y El actualmente, El Gallo Salsero Tito Rojas!An interview for the history books w/ Musical Director for the Tito Rojas Orchestra, Celso Clemente! Celso has recorded over 142 albums and has been part of many, many legendary salsa orchestras such as Frankie Ruiz, Tommy Olivencia Tony Vega and currently, El Gallo Salsero Tito Rojas!www.Mambointhecity.com