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Alex Acuña
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Born in Pativilca, Peru, 100 miles north of Lima, Alex Acuña was born into a musical family that inspired him and helped shape him as a musician. His father and five brothers were all musicians. Alex taught himself how to play the drums from the age of four. By the time Alex turned ten, he was already playing in local bands. As a teenager, he moved to Lima and became one of Peru's most accomplished session drummers, performing on many recording projects for artists, as well as film and television productions. In Lima, Alex also earned a glowing reputation for his live performances. So much so, that at the age of eighteen, Alex was chosen by the great Latin band leader, Perez Prado, to join his big band
Cherokee
Album: My Universe
By Maria Puga Lareo
Label: My Keter Records
Released: 2024
Duration: 4:32
Peter Erskine: Revisiting Weather Report
by C. Andrew Hovan
A standout drum prodigy of his generation, Peter Erskine began playing at the age of four. After honing his skills at Interlochen, he launched his professional career in 1972 with Stan Kenton. Four years later, he joined Maynard Ferguson before making a pivotal move, replacing Alex Acuña in Weather Report. In the spring ...
Grove's Groove
Label: Le Coq Records
Released: 2024
Track listing: Grove's Groove; Tea for Two; Seiko Time; Minor Funk; Never Let Me Go; The Viper; Decisions; Father Figure; Broadway.
My Universe
Label: My Keter Records
Released: 2024
Track listing: Make Someone Happy; The Song Is You; Despois De Tanto Tempo (intro); Depois de Tanto Tempo; Spring; Till The End
Of The World; Cherokee; We'll Be Together Again; At The End Of The Night; Eu Sei Que Vou Te Amar.
Grove's Groove
Album: Grove's Groove
By Michael Dease
Label: Le Coq Records
Released: 2024
Duration: 06:36
Wayne Shorter: The Final Mission
by Chris May
Every good story has a beginning, a middle and an end. Depending on how one figures it, Wayne Shorter's recording history has upwards of half a dozen important chapters. They tell a tale of superheroes, of monsters and demons and, ultimately, of the sight of a new dawn. Just three of the chapters cover the story's ...
Lyle Mays: Ascent
by Scott Lichtman
In 1986, master keyboardist Lyle Mays--known for his role in the Pat Metheny Group--issued his first solo album, Lyle Mays. It's full of compositions and improvisations that merit close listening, but the most astonishing piece may be “Ascent." The song's extended guitar solo, from Bill Frisell, redefines the sonic territory that an electric guitar can claim. ...
Ancient Cosmic Truth
Label: Musica Presente Records
Released: 2023
Track listing: Barbara’s Symmetries; Translucent Dodecahedron; The Secret Of Mansa; Ancient Cosmic Truth.
My Story In Song
Label: Herron Song Records
Released: 2023
Track listing: Devils’ In The Details;
No More Regrets;
Modern Day Angel;
Never Make Your Move Too Soon;
Density;
Alone Too Long;
The Big Seduction;
Footsteps;
Consider My Love;
Dawn;
Sweet Lullaby;
Hallelujah.
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