Guitarist, composer and leader Homero Alvarez calls his ensemble “some of the best musicians in Stockholm playing new Latin jazz.” This is no lie. His combo has just released its self-named EP where the musical intelligence is strong, the sound is imaginative and the vibe is spirited. There are only three songs but they pack... Continue Reading →
Skimping on an intro of Paquito D’Rivera would only occur in journalism because of his intense fame and signature sound, ingrained in jazz and Latin music devotees around the globe. So no, he doesn’t need to be introduced. But he deserves it. Alto sax and clarinet are the axes of choice that he wields with... Continue Reading →
A contrabass guitarist originally from Columbia, Juan García-Herreros - also known as Snow Owl - tells true tales with an elegant and sensitive touch. They have a shining beauty and transport the listener, yet, sometimes to places colored with sadness. Truth is more important than comfort in storytelling. Snow Owl has surrounded himself with a... Continue Reading →
