Yusa is recognized as one of the leading voices of Cuban music of the XXI century. Her compositions have earned the recognition of her contemporaries on the island and international admiration.
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In this section we want you to get to know in detail everything related to the history of Cuban music, from its origins to the most recent artists.
Telmary Diaz – The street poetess
An “anything goes” musical would be the ideal way to describe the work of Telmary Diaz. Known for its nickname “Telmary”, it is one of the most representative artist of the Cuban alternative music scene.
Yoruba Andabo – The roots of Afro-Cuban music
If we want to talk about the popular traditions of Cuban music, we have to talk about Yoruba Andabo. This musical group is an example of versatility and authenticity in the representation of Cuban musical diversity.
Los Zafiros – Four voices and a guitar is enough
The history of vocal quartets in Cuba would not be complete without the mention of Los Zafiros. With only four voices and the accompaniment of an electric guitar, this Cuban musical group from the 60’s and 70’s, succeeded not only in the island but also outside it.
Roberto Fonseca – Erasing frontiers
Despite his youth, pianist and Cuban composer Roberto Fonseca belongs to the constellation of stars shining around the world with own light.
His dizzying career was always accompanied by international figures,
Luna Manzanares – The new voice of Cuban Jazz
There are people who come into this world with a gift that marks their destiny. This may well be the case of Luna Manzanares, a young Cuban endowed with a beautiful voice and an innate musical talent.
Pancho Amat – Master of Tres Guitar
Leonel Francisco Amat, better known as Pancho Amat is one of the most talented and experienced musicians from Cuba and one of the leading experts of the Cuban popular music.
David Torrens and his “rockason”
On November 8, 1966 David Torrens was born in Guanabacoa, the same capital district that saw the birth of great musicians like Ernesto Lecuona, Bola de Nieve and Rita Montaner.
Haydée Milanés – Like father, like daughter
There are facts that say that the musical talent is on the genes, and it is transmitted from one generation to another. This is the case of the Cuban singer Haydée Milanés, whose name can only be associated with his father, the celebrated guitarist, composer and songwriter of the Nueva Trova, Pablo Milanés.
Alexander Abreu – The king of the Cuban trumpet
If we talk about Cuban music, a name to be mentioned is Alexander Abreu.
Recognized as one of the best trumpet players of his time, this formidable Cuban musician is credited with about 130 songs and to have worked with a long list of artists of the highest international reputation.
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