Marvin Santiago

Marvin Santiago tried his luck with romantic salsa as he entered the late part of the '80s, where the new trend was gaining audiences rapidly. One wishes for the old Santiago, the master of the comic, inventive improvisations to show up on this made-to-order production; however, like most performers (old timers, especially), there is an odd feeling of restriction that the material seems to be imposing. The arrangements seem to play second fiddle to songs that are accommodated to a newer, somewhat undemanding audience. Still, Santiago's verve remains untarnished and he gives his best in spite of the shortcomings of the album. "Cúbreme" was the better-promoted tune. ~ José A. Estévez, Jr., All Music Guide