The son of the legendary Puerto Rican singer Tito Rodríguez, Tito Rodríguez, Jr. is one of the leading timbaleros (timbales player) and bandleaders in Latin music today. His salsa and Latin Jazz performances and recordings, in the classic tradition of his father, feature his own signature sound inspired by the big bands of the past with a contemporary twist.
In sustaining this musical legacy, his parents remain a fundamental source of inspiration. Tito Rodríguez, Jr.’s performances around the world have delighted audiences at The Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, El Día Nacional de la Salsa, the Concord Jazz Festival, and more.
Discography:
Curious? (TR, 1978)
Eclipse (Top Ten Hits Records Inc., 1994)
The Big Three (2004)
Transición (2017)
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.