Musicians: Justin Jimenez - Bandleader, Arranger and Composer, Organ,
Timbales, vocals Benny Parson - Trombone Johnny Seda - Conga Alfred Del Valle - Trombone Louie Rivera - Timbales Victor Balbion - Bass Pedro Moreno - Piano. Organ Jose Torres - Lead Vocal Mike Soliz - Bongo Bellv Joe Espanol - Vocal Mr. Nieves Quintero - Cuatro
Original label - Borincano Records
Re-issue label - Mary Lou Records, New York
Orquesta Amistad
were a young latin band who produced this exceptional album. Their
leader was Justin Jimenez who introduced into the music a novel
use of the organ. The organ sound blends in well with their yearning
thought provoking songs.
NuYorican latin soul music.
Original sleeve notes:
Like a newly born baby, Orq. Amistad will grow and reach ultimate goals destined to be
filled in the Latin field. Perhaps the master full work and extraordinary talents of one
Justin 'Pupilo' Jimenez can be the main reason Orq. Amistad will surpass what many young Latin
bands have tried to reach, not only instant popularity, but enduring
success. The talent
of Justin can be noticed in the daring and truthful tune "Tecato" which will definitely score
in the Latin market.
Benny Parson has been with the band since its origin and is truly a talent young musician
and versatile is the best way to describe him. His talents range from playing the
trombone, bass, cuatro-guitar and chorus. Yes, the combination of Justin
Jimenez and Benny Parson will enjoy enduring success. As, manager of
Orq. Amistad, I'm delighted to mention that joining the band on this CD
is the perennial great of the cuatro Mr. Nieves Qulntero. My personal thanks are expressed to Mr.
Cesar Jimenez whose confidence and coordination made this album possible.
P.S. Special thanks to Joe Alvarez
Originally released on the Borincano label and now
re-mastered for CD for the first time.
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Tracks
1. Tecato - Guaguanco (J. Jimenez - B. Pabon)
2. La Paz Nunca Sera - Guaguanco (J. Jimenez - B. Pabon)
3. Amistad -Guaguanco (J. Jimenez - B. Pabon)
4. La Jibara Mal Crinda - Guajira (J. Jimenez- P Moreno)
5. Esa Vida - Guaguanco (L. Rivera - J. Torres)
6. Soy Como Soy- Guaguanco (J. Jimenez - E. Pabon)
7. El Estado Liberal - Lamento (J. Jimenez - A. Del Valle)
8. Montuno De Nueva York- Montuno (J. Jimenez - B. Pabon)
9. Porque Me Abandono - Bolero (J, Jimenez - P. Moreno)
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