Distinto Diferente

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With a debut as smashing as their 1997 A Toda Cuba Le Gusta, the Afro Cuban All Stars would have to hit on all cylinders to not fall short on their sophomore effort. Alas, they don't hit the high marks that seemed so effortless on their debut, heading away from the earthy, complex body of emotions their horns carried and towards a style that reaches unabashedly for pop audiences. Of course, the pop audiences they address are old world enough to like their flute solos to be bombarded by big brass riffs and set off by crooning, sweet vocals. This brings up a key point: even a disappointing album by the likes of the Afro Cuban All Stars is better than most of what makes the airwaves, from Havana to Miami to Montreal. Aside from the more obviously polished elements, there are lots of traces of the band's debut, with the timeworn playing--especially on piano and percussion--sounding both overly commercial and terrifically organic. On many of these tunes, the cleanness of the sound draws the ear away from the music and towards the sonic varnish, the crystal clarity that in many cases would be cause for celebration. Here, it urges the side-by-side inspection of A Toda Cuba Le Gusta and Distinto, Diferente, the latter title signaling that the band has sought another terrain, maybe that commanded by Los Van Van prior to the rise of the Buena Vista Social Club and its roster of stars. --Andrew Bartlett

Product Description
On the Follow-up to their Largely Successful 1997 Debut 'a Todo Cuba Le Gusta', the all Stars Don't Just Pick Up Where They Left off -- They Bring Something Distinct, Different. These Grooves Are Designed for Listeners who Want to Dance! features Thetitle Track, 'tumbo Palo Cocuye', 'homenaje a Martha Valdes' and Seven More. --This text refers to the Audio CD edition.

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Average customer rating: Muy bueno Excellent and different Muy caliente! A ton of fun Hot, Spicy, Fun!

Distinto Diferente Afro-Cuban All Stars Manufacturer: Nonesuch ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Cuba | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music Afro-Cuban | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Latin Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music Similar Items: A Toda Cuba Le Gusta Step Forward: The Next Generation Buena Vista Social Club Presents Ibrahim Ferrer Introducing...Rubén González Buena Vista Social Club Presents: Manuel Guajiro Mirabal ASIN: B000021XR7 Release Date: 1999-11-23

Tracks:

1. Distinto, Diferente
2. Tumba Palo Cocuye
3. Tributo Al Nino Rivera
4. Reconciliacion
5. Variaciones Sobre Un Tema Desconocido
6. Al Vaiven De Mi Carreta
7. Gandinga, Mondongo Y Sandunga
8. Huellas Del Pasado
9. Warariansa
10. Homanaje A Martha Valdes

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With a debut as smashing as their 1997 A Toda Cuba Le Gusta, the Afro Cuban All Stars would have to hit on all cylinders to not fall short on their sophomore effort. Alas, they don't hit the high marks that seemed so effortless on their debut, heading away from the earthy, complex body of emotions their horns carried and towards a style that reaches unabashedly for pop audiences. Of course, the pop audiences they address are old world enough to like their flute solos to be bombarded by big brass riffs and set off by crooning, sweet vocals. This brings up a key point: even a disappointing album by the likes of the Afro Cuban All Stars is better than most of what makes the airwaves, from Havana to Miami to Montreal. Aside from the more obviously polished elements, there are lots of traces of the band's debut, with the timeworn playing--especially on piano and percussion--sounding both overly commercial and terrifically organic. On many of these tunes, the cleanness of the sound draws the ear away from the music and towards the sonic varnish, the crystal clarity that in many cases would be cause for celebration. Here, it urges the side-by-side inspection of A Toda Cuba Le Gusta and Distinto, Diferente, the latter title signaling that the band has sought another terrain, maybe that commanded by Los Van Van prior to the rise of the Buena Vista Social Club and its roster of stars. --Andrew Bartlett

Album Details

On the Follow-up to their Largely Successful 1997 Debut 'a Todo Cuba Le Gusta', the all Stars Don't Just Pick Up Where They Left off -- They Bring Something Distinct, Different. These Grooves Are Designed for Listeners who Want to Dance! features Thetitle Track, 'tumbo Palo Cocuye', 'homenaje a Martha Valdes' and Seven More.

Customer Reviews:

Muy bueno.......2007-06-12

Se mantiene el timbre del Son Cubano intacto pero en algunas de sus canciones la letra haciendo alegorias a la dichosa revolucion extravia un poco la excelente calidad del Disco.

Excellent and different .......2004-08-22

This is simply wonderful music. I consider the first Afro-Cuban All Star album, A Todo Cuba Le Gusta, to be one of my all time favorites. After the close of the first track on A Todo Cuba Le Gusta, I was asking myself, Where have you been all my life? I had no clue that I liked Cuban music but this is just amazing and it made me want more!

I don't feel quite that way about this album. It is a touch less fiery and a wee bit closer to mainstream tastes but believe me, there is nothing mainstream about it. The musicianship is fabulous despite the stylistic change. It is well worth buying and a great introduction to Cuban music.

If you are new to Cuban music and your tastes lean toward the metallic side of rock, you might enjoy the first album more. If you enjoy things a bit calmer than a frenzy but want still plenty of excitement, try this one!

Muy caliente!.......2002-11-10

Pure magic, my dear ladies and gentlemen, pure magic. I smell cigar smoke whenever I go past the CD tower.

A ton of fun.......2001-09-15

Lively, brassy, fun. An excellent follow-up to their first album. Get both.

Hot, Spicy, Fun!.......2001-07-29

This music is absolutely addicting! Great to listen to while whipping up dinner or whatever else. However, DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS WHILE DRIVING! You won't be able to sit still and you and your car will be dancing all over the road. I can't wait to hear more from this very talented, sexy, and lively bunch!

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Distinto Y Diferente Salsa Fever Manufacturer: MP ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Salsa | Latin Music | Styles | Music Salsa & Merengue | Compilations | Latin Music | Styles | Music General | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music General | Latin Music | Indie Music | Stores | Music ASIN: B0000DELZK Release Date: 2003-10-31

Tracks:

1. Yo Se Que Volveras a Mi
2. Que le Den Bam Bam
3. Me Morire
4. Razones
5. Mi Cabeza Esta Loca Por Ti
6. Tu Eres lo Que Quiero
7. Amor
8. Si Tu Estas Conmigo [Salsa Tex Mix]
9. Salsa de la Buena [Descargo] - Salsa Fever
10. Salsa Fever Medley 2003

Album Description

THIS IS ONE OF THE TOP BANDS OF SALSA OF PUERTO RICO, IT ASSEMBLE AGAIN UNDER THE DIRECTION OF THEIR ORIGINAL LEADER AND ARRANGER JULIO GUNDA MERCED ONE OF THE TOP PRODUCERS OF TROPICAL MUSIC IN THE WORLD.

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Distinto Y Diferente LIL PITO ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000FSSPGS

Average customer rating: During the 1970s Justo was unstoppable!

Distinto y Diferente Justo Betancourt Manufacturer: Fania ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music ASIN: B00008POJW Release Date: 2000-05-15

Tracks:

1. Distinto y Diferente
2. Nuestro Juego
3. Borincuba
4. Recuerdos de Panam
5. Flores de Olvido
6. No Estas en Nada
7. Vida M
8. Soy Profesional
9. Bel
10. Oy

Customer Reviews:

During the 1970s Justo was unstoppable!.......2003-06-13

This great salsa singer was unstoppable during the 1970s as he turned out one superb album after another. This 1977 release included the hit title track and "Soy Profesional". Listen to this one and you'll know why Justo was one of the master soneros of the decade.

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Distinto Y Diferente Lil Pito LIL PITO ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000FSQTDE

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Distinto y Diferente Justo Betancourt Manufacturer: Fania ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music ASIN: B00008F2EG Release Date: 1993-10-22

Tracks:

1. Distinto y Diferente
2. Nuestro Juego
3. Borincuba
4. Recuerdos de Panam
5. Flores de Olvido
6. No Estas en Nada
7. Vida M
8. Soy Profesional
9. Bel
10. Oy

Average customer rating: Swinging, but uneven

Distinto y Diferente The Lebrón Brothers Manufacturer: Fania ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Latin Music | Styles | Music ASIN: B0000506YP

Tracks:

1. En Las Nubes Trepao
2. Al Impulso
3. Macho Cimarron
4. Un Mono No Para Un Show
5. Como Camina Mi China'
6. Vamos A Romper
7. My Cherie Amour
8. Lookin Good

Customer Reviews:

Swinging, but uneven.......2001-04-04

Their charm was great, but not all the songs are quite good. A good option for a deja vu salsa party

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Distinto Y Diferente Lil Pito LIL PITO ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000FSQTCU

Average customer rating:

Distinto Y Diferente Justo Betancourt Manufacturer: Musicrama/Koch ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music ASIN: B000N0TOSG Release Date: 2003-09-14

Average customer rating: Muy bueno Excellent and different Muy caliente! A ton of fun Hot, Spicy, Fun!

Distinto Diferente Afro-Cuban All Stars Manufacturer: Elektra ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Cuba | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music Afro-Cuban | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Latin Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music Similar Items: A Toda Cuba Le Gusta Step Forward: The Next Generation Buena Vista Social Club Presents Ibrahim Ferrer Introducing...Rubén González Buena Vista Social Club Presents: Manuel Guajiro Mirabal ASIN: B00002DDXB Release Date: 1999-10-26

Tracks:

1. Distinto, Diferente
2. Tumba Palo Cocuy
3. Tributo al Niivera
4. Reconciliation
5. Variaciones Sobre un Tema Desconocido - Afro-Cuban All Stars
6. Al Vaivde Mi Carreta (To the Rocking of My Cart)
7. Gandinga, Mondongo y Sandunga
8. Huellas del Pasado
9. Warariansa
10. Homenaje a Martha Vald

Amazon.com

With a debut as smashing as their 1997 A Toda Cuba Le Gusta, the Afro Cuban All Stars would have to hit on all cylinders to not fall short on their sophomore effort. Alas, they don't hit the high marks that seemed so effortless on their debut, heading away from the earthy, complex body of emotions their horns carried and towards a style that reaches unabashedly for pop audiences. Of course, the pop audiences they address are old world enough to like their flute solos to be bombarded by big brass riffs and set off by crooning, sweet vocals. This brings up a key point: even a disappointing album by the likes of the Afro Cuban All Stars is better than most of what makes the airwaves, from Havana to Miami to Montreal. Aside from the more obviously polished elements, there are lots of traces of the band's debut, with the timeworn playing--especially on piano and percussion--sounding both overly commercial and terrifically organic. On many of these tunes, the cleanness of the sound draws the ear away from the music and towards the sonic varnish, the crystal clarity that in many cases would be cause for celebration. Here, it urges the side-by-side inspection of A Toda Cuba Le Gusta and Distinto, Diferente, the latter title signaling that the band has sought another terrain, maybe that commanded by Los Van Van prior to the rise of the Buena Vista Social Club and its roster of stars. --Andrew Bartlett

Album Details

On the Follow-up to their Largely Successful 1997 Debut 'a Todo Cuba Le Gusta', the all Stars Don't Just Pick Up Where They Left off -- They Bring Something Distinct, Different. These Grooves Are Designed for Listeners who Want to Dance! features Thetitle Track, 'tumbo Palo Cocuye', 'homenaje a Martha Valdes' and Seven More.

Customer Reviews:

Muy bueno.......2007-06-12

Se mantiene el timbre del Son Cubano intacto pero en algunas de sus canciones la letra haciendo alegorias a la dichosa revolucion extravia un poco la excelente calidad del Disco.

Excellent and different .......2004-08-22

This is simply wonderful music. I consider the first Afro-Cuban All Star album, A Todo Cuba Le Gusta, to be one of my all time favorites. After the close of the first track on A Todo Cuba Le Gusta, I was asking myself, Where have you been all my life? I had no clue that I liked Cuban music but this is just amazing and it made me want more!

I don't feel quite that way about this album. It is a touch less fiery and a wee bit closer to mainstream tastes but believe me, there is nothing mainstream about it. The musicianship is fabulous despite the stylistic change. It is well worth buying and a great introduction to Cuban music.

If you are new to Cuban music and your tastes lean toward the metallic side of rock, you might enjoy the first album more. If you enjoy things a bit calmer than a frenzy but want still plenty of excitement, try this one!

Muy caliente!.......2002-11-10

Pure magic, my dear ladies and gentlemen, pure magic. I smell cigar smoke whenever I go past the CD tower.

A ton of fun.......2001-09-15

Lively, brassy, fun. An excellent follow-up to their first album. Get both.

Hot, Spicy, Fun!.......2001-07-29

This music is absolutely addicting! Great to listen to while whipping up dinner or whatever else. However, DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS WHILE DRIVING! You won't be able to sit still and you and your car will be dancing all over the road. I can't wait to hear more from this very talented, sexy, and lively bunch!

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