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Contents: Two historically significant albums are being reissued by Americanclave, the label run by Kip Hanrahan, a revolutionary figure in the New York music scene. Limited edition double metallic paper jacket with original design. The inaugural release from Americanclave features the masterpiece of the genius Gerry Gonzalez, a landmark in crossover music! This is a highly acclaimed work by the New York Rican, Gerry Gonzalez, who rose to prominence as a trumpeter and percussionist, brilliantly fusing jazz and Latin music. From homages to Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk, and Ellington (tracks 2, 5, 7), the cool and spiritual sound, infused with Latin essence into jazz, continues to shine brightly, transcending time and genre. Featuring a Monk cover of "Evidence," which Giles Peterson also cites as a favorite track! This is the landmark first release from the genius Gerry Gonzalez, and a masterpiece of crossover music! Gerry Gonzalez, the Newyorican who rose to prominence as a trumpeter and percussionist, brilliantly fuses jazz and Latin music in this highly acclaimed work. His cool and spiritual sound, infused with the essence of Latin music and paying homage to Miles Davis, Monk, and Ellington, continues to shine brightly, transcending time and genre. (C)RS
About the artists Jerry Gonzalez (Quinto, Cascara, Trumpet, Flugelhorn, Bombo, Coro) Frankie Rodriguez (Lead Vocals, Quint on track5, Bata, Checkere) Hilton Ruiz (Piano, Coro) Andy Gonzalez (Bass, Coro) Carlos Mestre (Checkere, Tumbador, Coro) Gene Golden (Bata, Tasgolpe, Checkere, Percussion) Mario Rivera (Tenor Sax, Coro) PapoVasquez (Trombone, Coro) Nicky Marrero (Timbals, Checkere, Guataca) Don Alias ??(Trap Drums on track 5) Milton Cardona (Vocal Harmony on track 1) Recorded: July 1979 / New York
