Afrodita
Amarte (Afrodita, 2010)
Afrodita is a New York-based band led by Peruvian drummer and percussionist Hector Morales. The multinational band combines elements of Afro-Peruvian music such as landós and festejos with Afro-Cuban music, soul and jazz.
What makes Afrodita stand out is its superb instrumental work featuring Peruvian cajon and charanga-style violin and the delightful dual male/female Spanish language vocals throughout the album that recall the best of Cuban nueva trova.
The seven piece band includes percussionist and composer Hector Morales on cajon and drums; Ileana Santamaria, daughter of the legendary “Mongo” Santamaria, on vocals; Jean Rohe on vocals; Roland Satterwhite on violin; Matt Kanelos on keyboards; Eric Kurimski on guitar; Nick Morrison on bass; and Hector “Jereto” Ferreyra on congas.
Amarte features renowned guests artists such as Cuban percussionist/singer Pedrito Martinez; and legendary Afro-Peruvian singer Mariela Valencia.
Afrodita has captured the essence of Afro-Peruvian music with Amarte, an extraordinary self release.
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Author: Angel Romero
Angel Romero y Ruiz has dedicated his life to musical exploration. His efforts included the creation of two online portals, worldmusiccentral.org and musicasdelmundo.com. In addition, Angel is the co-founder of the Transglobal World Music Chart, a panel of world music DJs and writers that celebrates global sounds. Furthermore, he delved into the record business, producing world music studio albums and compilations. His works have appeared on Alula Records, Ellipsis Arts, Indígena Records and Music of the World.
