Que Bueno Baila Usted

Beautiful song from one of the lesser known talents of 1960s Latin music. Quijano is clearly influenced by "Que Bueno Baila Usted" for the lyrics here, but manages to to something unique here.

Ismael Rivera and Benny More

My boys (Benny More and Ismael Rivera), the best soneros in the Caribe, together in this photo with Rafael Cortijo on the far left. Check out this special on los mejores soneros (a nice overview of the evolution of their music and why their improvisational skills and vocal talent made them the best). Rest in peace. The world needs more amazing Afro-Caribbean singers...

Jams of the Day: Mi Son Maracaibo and Can I Change My Mind

Another lovable Benny Moré jam, "Mi Son Maracaibo" is fun, light-hearted, and I swear the horn section reminds me of a line from an old ragtime song, though I doubt there is any relation. Moré is truly a great singer, with so much power and ability to retain notes. Everything about this song just came together. "Pa que to lo baile" indeed!

My other jam of the day is Tyrone Davis's "Can I Change My Mind," from the late 1960s. Listen to that bass and the guitar, so funky and soulful. Davis ain't bad, either, though the song for me is all about that bass and the funky horns. I'm sure many Republican moderates right now are thinking "Please, please, baby, I just wanna change my mind." Enjoy!