Julio Gutierrez Discography of CDs

Julio Gutierrez CD discography On first release in the mid-'50s, the loose, live Gutierrez recordings launched a long-lasting craze for descarga -- jazz-type jam sessions. Just about everybody who was anybody took part one way or another, during a marathon studio session. Its success led to a similar venture by Cachao, Cuba's most influential bassist. (The Nino Rivera cuts are make-weights, though exceedingly fine ones.) ~ John Storm Roberts, Original Music Y Su Orquesta/Nino Rivera Y Sus Cuban All Stars.

Julio Gutierrez albums This is part of Rodven records' The Real Cuban Music Series.

Julio Gutierrez music CDs Track Listing of songs: Inolvidable; Bello Amanecer; Viva Sur América; Quisqueya; Volver Volver; No Llores Por Mi, Argentina; La Comparsa;

Julio Gutierrez CD discography  

Julio Gutierrez discography Progressive Latin should be considered a classic of Latin jazz if it isn't already. "Cosa Buena" cooks, and "Closing Time" is a slower bossa nova with flute and horns that captures the mood of a good night out at its end. "Yambambe," an Afro rhythm behind mostly piano, sounds more sophisticated than its simple construction. "El Altiplano" is supposed to be an Incan melody with Afro elements. In any case, vocal interjections pave the way for a longer descarga where a variety of intriguing elements (horns, flute piano, even organ) work together in their own weird ways and combinations. The "Route 66" theme arrangement is a coup; the sax and flute are recorded gorgeously, and the piano and conga pace it ideally, with brief drum solo breaks. "Sad City" is a haunting flute piece, while "Guantanamera" has an interesting change but there is only so much one can expect from this tune. "Malaguena" is another long descarga that gets a little wild. Progressive Latin is something of a masterpiece ...

Julio Gutierrez albums  

Julio Gutierrez music CDs Recording information: Havana, Cuba (1958). Arranger: Julio Gutierrez. Personnel: Omara Portuondo (vocals). Liner Note Author: Roger Kash.

Julio Gutierrez discography Track Listing of songs: Mi Tierra; Jugando, Jugando; El Calesero; Hasta Ti; Si Vas A Calatayud; Verde Luna; Al Recordar Tu Nombre; El Tamalero; Funeral; Que Lastima Me Da; Junto Al Rio;

Julio Gutierrez songs Digitally remastered. Track Listing of songs: Magia Negra; Adios; Oguere; Ya No Me Quieres; Llanto de Luna; Noche Cubana; Andalucia; Que Emocion; El Hombre que Se Fue; No Hagas Caso; No Puedo Ser Feliz; Caravan;

Arrangers: Roberto Sanchez Ferrer; Adolfo Guzmán; Julio Gutierrez. Personnel: Carlos Goméz (guitar); Rafael Palau (saxophone); Julio Gutierrez (piano); Nelson Flaco Padron (percussion). Director: Gonzalo Roig.

Track Listing of songs: Te Extrano; La Barca; La Puerta; No Se Tu; Somos Novios; No Me Platiques Mas; Cuando Vuelva a Tu Lado; Sin Ti; Usted; Contigo en la Distancia; La Mentira; Inolvidable;