Gustavo Cortiñas & Desafío Candente
The Bur Oak 2262 Winnebago St., Madison, Wisconsin 53704
courtesy Gustavo Cortiñas
Cover art for "Desafío Candente" by Gustavo Cortiñas.
BlueStem Jazz. $20.
media release: Inspired by Galeano's "Open Veins of Latin America," Desafío Candente journeys through Latin America and its history of colonialism, imperialism and Neo-liberalism; it denounces the power structures that have ruled Latin America and preyed on its people for centuries, while celebrating the resilience and diversity of its very diverse communities. Gustavo Cortiñas and his band takes you on a music journey with accompanying video.
Drew Hansen - trumpet
Artie Black - reeds
Matt Davis - trombone
Joaquín García - Piano
Kitt Lyles - bass
Gustavo Cortiñas - drums and cymbals
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