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    In tandem with multi-instrumentalist brother Orestes, bassist Israel "Cachao" López introduced to Cuban music the African rhythms that transformed the island's traditional danzón into what is now known as the mambo--he also pioneered the descarga, the late-night jam sessions that revolutionized the sound and scope of Afro-Cuban pop and jazz. Born in Havana on September 14, 1918, just over a decade ...more
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  • Sorpresa de Flauta
  • A Gozar Timbero
  • Controversia de Metales
  • Oye Mi Tres Montuno
  • Pamparana
  • Malanga Amarilla
  • Trombon Criollo
  • Descarga Cubana
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