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The life and legacy of pianist Lilí Martínez Griñan
Ethnomusicologist Ben Lapidus joins Rebecca again to discuss the life and legacy of Cuban pianist Lilí Martínez Griñan, a Guantanamero who joined Ars…
1 month, 1 week ago
Violín and hybrid worship practices in contemporary Cuba
Ethnomusicologist Robin Moore joins Rebecca to discuss the subject of his forthcoming book, Violín: Mediating Musical Style and Devotional Practice i…
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Feliz 100 años, Celia!
The most beloved Cuban musician of all time was born on this day 100 years ago: Celia Cruz. We're honoring her with a brand new episode featuring Del…
5 months, 3 weeks ago
"El rumbero del piano": Paying tribute to Eddie Palmieri
Columbia University professor and trombonist Chris Washburne joins Rebecca to pay tribute to "el rumbero del piano," Eddie Palmieri, one of Latin mus…
7 months, 4 weeks ago
The latest in Cuban music with Rafa Escalona
Cuban journalist Rafa Escalona joins Rebecca to talk about the latest trends in Cuban music, including how hard it is to track this information on th…
11 months, 3 weeks ago
A tribute to Paulito FG
Kevin Moore is back to help us pay tribute to one of timba's brightest stars, Paulito FG (EPD), who died tragically on March 1.
Songs played:
El humo o…
1 year ago
Breaking down Bad Bunny's Debí Tirar Más Fotos
Finally, we're back with a brand new episode, inspired by Bad Bunny's love letter to Puerto Rico, Debí Tirar Más Fotos! We get deep into the weeds of…
1 year, 1 month ago
Send me your questions for a mailbag episode!
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1 year, 5 months ago
A conversation with Cuban journalist Jesús Jank Curbelo
Cuban journalist Jesús Jank Curbelo joins Rebecca to speak about a range of topics, including the legacy of El Taiger, one of Cuba's most popular art…
1 year, 5 months ago