Famed Cuban pianist and composer Dayramir González has announced the release of his new project, Tribute to Juan Formell & Los Van Van. Release date is November 20, 2021 on Producciones Abdala.
Dayramir González says about the new work: “I have completed a fantastic project to release this fall 2021 called Dayramir González Tribute to Juan Formell & Los Van Van, celebrating the 50 anniversary of the creation of the band. Juan Formell & Los Van Van are considered “the Rolling Stones of Cuba”, a legendary Cuban band no doubt.”
The DVD was recorded on January 14th, 2020 as the opening concert of the Havana Jazz Festival. The studio CD was recorded in Abdala Studios in Havana November 25-December 2nd, 2020.
The band includes rhythm, brass, strings and backing vocals sections. Guest singers: Mayito Rivera, Alain Perez, Haila Mompie, Brenda Navarrete.
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.