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Nate Chinen says: "They created the music in pieces, passing files back and forth. But the sound of their communion makes it seem as if they’re all in a room together."

Happy Holidays! All the best to you and yours in 2021.
 

In his compendium of outstanding 2020 releases, Hank Shteamer says of Overcome, "it proved that the collective spirit of jazz can withstand a whole lot."

This new digital-only release is available exclusively on Bandcamp.

This new digital-only release will be available on Friday, December 4.

The song features vocalist Sofia Rei as well as solos by trombonist Matt McDonald and alto saxophonist Michael Thomas.

"Tiene El Leopardo Un Abrigo / Cultivo Una Rosa Blanca" featuring vocalist Sofia Rei.

Five of our releases have been selected in the first round of nominations for this year's GRAMMY Awards.

Richard Kamins calls the album, “Truly a delightful listening experience."

Reviewer Carlo Wolff calls the album, "a joy to hear."

The album features a seven part suite of music based on the poetry of famed Cuban writer José Martí set for two wonderful vocalists, Sofia Rei and Camila Meza, along with a stellar band of New York improvisers who bring Valera's vision to life.

Listen to “Odio La Mascara Y El Vicio,” on the Afro-Cuban Icons and All-Stars playlist.