The Pedrito Martinez Project boogying to their own grooves
The Pedrito Martinez Project gave New Yorkers a taste of Cuba at Central Park SummerStage. Backed by a large talented band, he worked hard to entice the crowd to join in the rhythm. After his set, the film “I am Cuba” was shown, shedding light on the living conditions of Cubanos before the revolution. Here are some of 50/50’s thoughts about this great night:
Nick: “Pedrito did most of his work last night as a vocalist, patrolling the stage in a white linen suit and hat, singing and dancing as the band’s funky horn lines and infectiously syncopated congas blared behind him. Not content to play only traditional fare, the band integrated some hip-hop elements into the performance with one of Pedrito’s backup singers rapping a spanglish verse on song.”
Katharine: ”Pedrito Martinez has a beautiful voice, and he talked to the crowd a little bit about his band, his music, and the fact that he believed that Africa was the greatest country in the world… it was lovely music for a humid summer night, and gave us just a glimpse into what the Cuban culture might be like.”
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