TRACK LISTING
1. 1529
2. Saghezi
3. Alla
4. Arara
5. En la Colonia
6. Vertiente; A Las Millas
7. Yusa's
8. Aqua Marina
9. Cuba Linda
RELEASE INFORMATION
The Dos y Mas journey comes to a wistful close with "Cuba Linda." Written by Villafranca, the song is Villafranca's and Stable's first recording of a Coro de Clave y guaguancó composition. Originating from the tradition of choral singing in Barcelona, Spain in 1845, "Cuba Linda" expresses the duo's nostalgia for their homeland. Guest vocalist Igor Arias sings, "Cuba Linda, como te extraño" or "Beautiful Cuba, how much I miss you,"on the nearly eight minute-long heartfelt tribute.
Because percussionist Stable initially trained as a pianist, and Villafranca began his studies as a percussionist, the two have an extraordinarily deep understanding of both instruments and of each another's natural instincts. The result is a glorious musical conversation that is articulate, romantic and emotive. Says Stable, "Working with Elio is a very rewarding experience. He is always open to new ideas and to taking risks, musically speaking. I love that because it means the music can always take a new direction. We share similar backgrounds culturally and musically, so the connection between us was there since the beginning. I always feel I learn something new when we perform together."
Villafranca agrees, "Arturo's musicality and ability to play many different hand drum instruments with facility, elevated my playing and my interpretation of his playing. Together we have arrived a new musical dimension."