{"product_id":"guitarras-y-congas-chiles","title":"Guitarras Y Congas: Chiles","description":"Guitarras Y Congas: Chiles MUSIC AUDIO CD latin instrumental ensemble 2002 Baja  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"proAttr productType\"\u003e\u003clabel\u003eType: \u003c\/label\u003e Music \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"proAttr productType\"\u003e\u003clabel\u003ePlatform: \u003c\/label\u003e Audio CD \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"proAttr productType\"\u003e\u003clabel\u003ePublisher: \u003c\/label\u003e Baja Cantina \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"proAttr productType\"\u003e\u003clabel\u003eReleased: \u003c\/label\u003e 2002 \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"proAttr productType\"\u003e\u003clabel\u003eMedia: \u003c\/label\u003e CD \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cshortdescription\u003e\u003c\/shortdescription\u003eGUITARRAS Y CONGAS: CHILES  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlbum Features\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eArtist:\u003cbr\u003eGuitarras y Congas: Chiles\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFormat:\u003cbr\u003eAudio CD\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRelease Year:\u003cbr\u003e2002\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRecord Label:\u003cbr\u003eBaja Cantina\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCat No:\u003cbr\u003e656613950425\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCountry:\u003cbr\u003eUS\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGenre:\u003cbr\u003ePop\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGuitarras y Congas is an instrumental ensemble based in San Francisco, combining elements of Latin rock, pop, and rumba. Established in 1992, the group has performed nearly a thousand shows. Their debut album is titled \"Chiles.\" The essence of their music is centered around the guitar, featuring vibrant rumba flamenco guitar work with exceptional original compositions and enchanting melodies, accompanied by impressive solos. These solos utilize steel string, flamenco, and electric guitars. The rhythmic foundation is laid down by authentic Latin rock percussion played by skilled artists. The album begins with the track \"Baja Cantina,\" a captivating piece that showcases an outstanding solo by violinist Chris Kranyak. This performance is truly significant. These musicians are genuinely talented.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the piece \"Duelo,\" Gabriel Manzo delivers another remarkable performance on electric guitar. The \"Pool Song\" features congero Tony Menjivar, while \"San Remo\" highlights the contributions of drummer and congero Leo Rosales. Both congeros spent considerable time with the group \"Malo.\" The group leader Martin Cohen plays flamenco and electric guitars, creating a harmonic foundation for the soloists and also contributing memorable melodies and solos. What distinguishes this album from the plethora of so-called \"nuevo flamenco\" recordings is the caliber, diversity, and richness of the compositions and performances. Seasoned musicians are letting loose, performing pieces they created together on stage, shaped by the consistent experience of hundreds of performances. Thoughtfully crafted and filled with spirited energy, this album serves as an excellent debut.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eABOUT THE ARTIST\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGuitarras y Congas came together in 1992 through the collaboration of Martin Cohen, Gabriel Manzo, and Tony Menjivar. The trio began their journey with a rehearsal for a gig that Martin had organized. \"I met Gabe on the Latin rock circuit, where he was performing with Malo while I was part of Bandido. I was already immersed in flamenco, engaging in solo performances and accompanying dance classes. An opportunity arose for an acoustic trio for a one-night performance, which unexpectedly turned into a two-year gig, and from there, the momentum continued. Gabe and I share similar musical backgrounds.\"\u003cbr\u003eTracklist\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1 \u003cbr\u003eBaja Cantina \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2 \u003cbr\u003eCompadres \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3 \u003cbr\u003eDuelo \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4 \u003cbr\u003eGabe's Mark \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5 \u003cbr\u003eMiss Pearl's \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6 \u003cbr\u003eThe Pool Song \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e7 \u003cbr\u003eSol y Luna \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e8 \u003cbr\u003eSan Remo \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e9 \u003cbr\u003eViva \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor CD Player\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Baja Cantina","offers":[{"title":"Used In Pamphlet","offer_id":49743396307222,"sku":"112289","price":32.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0083\/0377\/1710\/files\/202527202636782.jpg?v=1739848543","url":"https:\/\/www.neverdiemedia.com\/products\/guitarras-y-congas-chiles","provider":"NeverDieMedia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}