David Dalle
Thursday February 11th, 2016 with David Dalle
Cuban Night in Japan: Omar Sosa live in Yokohama

The first of 2 shows featuring wonderful live recordings from two of Cuba's greatest pianists. Today, Omar Sosa performing with Venezuelan percussionist Gustavo Ovalles in the famous Motion Blue jazz club in Yokohama, Japan. Simply a staggering recording! Also a new recording from French saxophonist Raphael Imbert who made a pilgrimage to the American south starting in New Orleans to discover the roots of Blues. He plays with his ensemble Compagnie Nine Spirit a mix of his own compositions and American repertoire with guests Alabama Slim, Big Ron Horton, Leyla McCalla. A mix of other Cuban and African music to round off the show.