DrJ Posted October 20, 2003 Report Posted October 20, 2003 Knowing in advance that at least SOMEONE will say "yes," I still need a nudge to get me off the fence. Looks like a fine set, although I must confess that at times Afro-Cuban jazz grows wearying to my ears on prolonged listening. So, is this 2 CD set worth it to someone who enjoys the music for a change but is not a full-fledged "convert?" (PS - I have the first of his Afro-Cuban Jazz suites in the Parker Complete on Verve box and do enjoy it). Quote
Big Wheel Posted October 20, 2003 Report Posted October 20, 2003 Go for it. This is some of the most original jazz of its era. There are a few tunes that aren't quite as strong IMO (from a non-Afro-Cuban, more swinging session) but overall this stuff is great. If you enjoy the Bird tracks on Verve cut with O'Farrill--"Mambo Mangue, "Okie Dokie," etc., you will enjoy Cuban Blues. If you don't like it, I'd be willing to buy it from you, as I actually don't have my own copy yet (I've been listening to the one at the radio station where I work). Quote
Big Al Posted October 20, 2003 Report Posted October 20, 2003 It's good music to be sure; but to these ears, it starts to get repetitive after a while! Quote
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