Last week’s Encanto Tropical (2:04:44, 21 tracks) is ready for replay - see below.
This show spotlights 21 salsa tracks which include masterful piano — all from the 1970s. I cover a range of pianists playing in both the roles of background rhythm and piano solo. It’s a high definition recording.
This was the 25th edition of Encanto Tropical, so it’s a pleasing milestone for me, however small. Thanks to everyone who has have supported me so far.
Full attribution is given in the show. Most of the tracks are standards; my aim was not to showcase rare songs but rather curate mostly classics.
Featured pianists are the following.
Sonny Bravo
Gilberto ‘Pulpo’ Colon
Markolino Dimond
Andres Dorios
Wayne Gorbea
Hernán Gutiérrez
Larry Harlow
Oscar Hernández
Rafael Ithier
Enrique "Culebra" Iriarte
Papo Lucca
Eddie Martinez
Jorge Millet
Charlie Palmieri
Eddie Palmieri
Ricardo Ray
Edwin Rodriguez
Joe Torres
Javier Vasquez
