August 28, 2020

Manuel Valera’s José Martí En Nueva York available now

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.

August 26, 2020

TIDAL features third single from Manuel Valera’s José Martí en Nueva York

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

August 20, 2020

Third single from Manuel Valera New Cuban Express Big Band available now

This track features vocalist Camila Meza, saxophonist Roman Filiu, and trombonist Andy Clausen.

August 20, 2020

Playlists feature Manuel Valera’s second single

"Si Quiere Que De Este Mundo," is being featured on playlists by Spotify, Amazon Music, and TIDAL.

August 7, 2020

Manuel Valera New Cuban Express Big Band 2nd single out today

This track features vocalist Sofia Rei as well as solos by Manuel Valera, Michael Rodriguez, Andrew Gutauskas, and Jimmy Macbride.

July 30, 2020

Manuel Valera on his new album, ‘José Martí en Nueva York’

Manuel provides some insights into how his new big band record came to be.

July 21, 2020

Watch the trailer video for Manuel Valera’s New Cuban Express Big Band

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.

July 10, 2020

New release: Manuel Valera’s New Cuban Express Big Band

This big band debut features new Valera compositions inspired by famed Cuban writer José Martí.