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Artist Profiles

Artist Profiles: Orquesta Aragón

Angel Romero April 2, 2017 No Comments cha cha chaCubaCuban musicOrquesta Aragon

The Orquesta Aragón is truly one of the most historic names in Cuban music. Founded in 1939, Aragón has been performing throughout the world with…

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Artist Profiles: Orquesta America

Angel Romero April 2, 2017 1 Comment cha cha chaCubaCuban musicdanzónOrquesta America

For over 50 years, Orquesta América have been one of Cuba’s most recognized and prized bands. Their road to fame and popularity began in March…

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Artist Profiles: Addys D’Mercedes

Angel Romero April 21, 2016 No Comments Addys D’Mercedesbachatabolerocha cha chaCubaCuban musiccumbiaguajirasalsason cubanotimba

Cuban singer Addys D’Mercedes grew up in Oriente, the southern, rural part of Cuba. At local parties she heard her father playing sones and guajiras…

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