Voice of the Waterlily- Our Stories (Anani Kaike)

It’s Luis Muñoz Marin’s birthday, so let’s take this opportunity to highlight the atrocities he committed against Puerto Rico. Luis Munoz Marin rose from being, in all estimations, one big failure to being a senator and later the governor of Puerto Rico. It was quite a feat, but what he did with his newly acquired power was another story. Marin declared martial law to quell the 1950 Nationalist uprisings, had two towns in Puerto Rico bombed by P47 Thunderbolt warplanes, used carpetas to spy on and convict innocent people, only guilty of not supporting him, and even enacted the 1948 Gag Law preventing Puerto Ricans from the ”crime” of possessing their flag. But why would the first Puerto Rican elected governor of Puerto Rico, who had once demanded Puerto Rico’s freedom, do this to his own people?

"En Algo Nuevo" is arguably one of Tito Rodriguez's most innovative albums. It showcases Rodriguez's innovation and ability to move with the times. The two sides of Tito Rodriguez are present on this album; the romantic bolerista everyone loves and his less recognized musical genius.

Link to playlist here:

https://open.spotify.com/album/4d3aBRFRCkHCAwqLyafyLC?si=53H3c2esRHS5q59cNJ2KVA

Join me today as I begin a series debunking myths and malicious propaganda that seeks to defame the legacy of revolutionary hero, Che Guevara. In this age where fake news can disseminate at lightning speed, and there is a war against education, knowing the truth of our history is essential. Today we will debunk the prevailing myth that Che Guevara was racist. Songs: America te hablo de Ernesto - Silvio Rodriguez Fusil Contra Fusil - Silvio Rodriguez Una Canción Necesaria - Vicente Feliú

Tito Rodriguez-without a doubt one of the greatest bolero singers of all time! Today we will be exploring Tito Rodriguez’s vast repertoire of boleros. You’ll also hear a bit about the legendary feud between him and Tito Puente and how ‘Inolvidable‘ broke a blockade against him. Listen and enjoy!  ¡Tito Rodríguez, sin duda uno de los más grandes cantantes de boleros de todos los tiempos! Hoy exploraremos el vasto repertorio de boleros de Tito Rodríguez. También escucharás un poco sobre la legendaria enemistad entre él y Tito Puente y cómo 'Inolvidable' rompió un bloqueo en su contra.  Links: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-20-remembering-the-unforgettable-one-celebrating/id1584164088?i=1000547279384 https://voiceofthelily.water.blog/2021/10/04/tito-rodriguez-is-still-el-inolvidable/ Nuestro Balance Tu Pañuelo Nuemero Equivocado Noche de Luna  La Tarjeta  No lo recuerdas  Cualqiuer Cosa  El Ultimo Cafe  Al Di La  Amiga Mia  Otra Noche  Ella Es  Ya Lo Puedes Decir  Amor Perdoname  En La Soledad 

With the ongoing genocide in Gaza, I often think about Che Guevara. What would he be saying? today we answer that question. We will be examine the lessons about imperialism we can learn from Che Guevara's 1964 UN speech. Peaceful coexistence, the crisis of the Congo, Vietnam, nuclear weapons and much more is discussed.

She was a teacher, social worker, "Las Hijas de la Libertad" organizer, and a revolutionary. She stood ready to giver her life for the liberation of her country. Though she never fired a single shot, she was charged with murder for the deaths of 3 police officers during the October 30, 1950, Jayuya uprising. Her name was Blanca Canales and this is her story.

Songs:

Idioma Patria y Bandera - Edwin Colon Zayas, Luis Miranda

En un bello amanecer - Andres Jimenez 'El Jibaro'

La Estrella Sola - Andres Jimenez 'El Jibaro'

Further listening and reading:

Podcast on Pedro Albizu Campos

Blog post on Pedro Albizu Campos

A lot has happened this week. As usual I update you on everything happening in Gaza before we get into this show about Uruguayan Nueva Canción artist, Daniel Viglietti.

link to playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1KSkDenNDXFKwzuyB5Wi53?si=e6bab2ff62e44d6c

The  jibaro music of Borinquen have always been very close to my heart.   I always heard them and loved them. Their rhythms and sounds took me home (to Borinquen). Even though I have never been to Borinquen this music is a way to connect to, and hear the sounds of my homeland. This music is the music that sings of the conditions that my family did experience in Borinquen. My father always told me that my grandfather loved, the music of Ramito, Luisito, and Moralito. My father always instilled a love of the Musica Jibaro. Every year on my grandfather’s birthday we play the Jibaro Music he loved, for him. I think about the Grandfather, who I never met but I have always known, every time I listen to Aguinaldos and Jibaro music. So, in today's show we will be celebrating the talent of Ramito, Moralito and Luisito, some of the most well known Jibaro singers of Puerto Rico. 

Songs:

• De Los Trece Tres
• Amor Y Patria 
• Lo Que Tu Tierra Produce 
• Soy Boricua Hasta El Pelo
• Sol Boricua
• Alla En La Altura 
• Boricua Como Tú
• Que Bonita Bandera 
• El Amanacer 
• El Tambor de Mi Plena 
• A Desde Mi Tumba 
• El Jardinero
• Lamento Campesino
• La Mujer Boricua 
• Mi Ultimo Deseo
• Arboles de Mi Tierra 
• Romances y Flores 

Today’s show explores the life, work and legacy of the most popular vocalist in Puerto Rico of the 1950’s, Felipe “La Voz” Rodriguez

Inspiration doesn't strike on demand and poems do not appear just because you want them to. This one is no exception. Over the past few years I yearned to write a poem about Don Pedro Albizu Campos, I even wrote a few that were reasonably good. However none captured the essence of one of the most incredible things about the remarkable Puerto Rican liberator; the power of his voice. It was something that had captivated me from the moment I heard it. What I heard was something between a thunderstorm and a gentle murmur in summer grass, a hurricane and a warm breeze. I can really find no better way to describe it than the essence or Boricua soul and the collective voice of resistance of ancestors that refused to be broken and humiliated. He spoke with such confidence in the greatness of the Puerto Rican Nation, one who truly listens cannot help but be overcome with incredible pride. On one occasion thousands stood in the pouring rain for more than two hours as he spoke. Many would remember that he spoke with an "electric, almost religious fervor" 1 that captivated people. So after years of trying to capture exactly that in a poem, it finally came to me with such ease one evening earlier this month; single line that expressed that which I was struggling to convey, "his voice was more of a storm than a man".

Feliz Cumpleaños, Don Pedro

Que Viva Don Pedro Albizu Campos

Que Viva Puerto Rico Libre

Betances: refers to Ramón Emeterio Betances (1827-1898) known as "El Padre de la Patria" and "El Padre de los Pobres" ("the father of the country" and "the father of the poor"). He was a Puerto Rican revolutionary, organizer of El Grito de Lares, abolitionist and medical doctor.

Hostos: refers to Eugenio Maria de Hostos (1839-1903) known as "El Gran Ciudadano de las Americas". He was a Puerto Rican independence advocate, lawyer, educator, novelist, sociologist and philosopher.

Lola de Tio: refers to Lola Rodríguez de Tio (1843-1924) Puerto Rican independence advocate, poet, abolitionist, advocate for women's rights and writer of the original, revolutionary version of Puerto Rico's anthem, 'La Borinquena'.

Agüeybaná: refers to Taíno cacique Agüeybaná II (El Bravo) (c. 1470-1511) who led the Taino rebellion of 1511 against the Spanish conquistadors and was killed in battle with them after being betrayed by his sister.

Hatuey: refers to Taíno cacique Hatuey (c. 1478-1512) known as "Cuba's First National Hero" who traveled from his homeland, Quisqueya (the Dominican Republic) to Cuba and waged guerilla warfare against the conquistadors before he was burned alive after refusing to be converted to christianity.

Bolívar: refers to Simón Bolívar (1783-1830) known as "the Liberator" who liberated the present-day countries of Venezuela, Panama, Colombia, Peru, Bolivia and Ecuador from Spanish rule. He served as the 1st president of Colombia, 6th president of Peru and 1st president of Bolivia.

READ IT HERE: https://voiceofthelily.water.blog/2023/06/29/his-voice-was-more-of-a-storm-than-a-man/

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Songs:

Pedro Albizu Campos - Andrés Jiménez, El Jibaro

Ya Te Veremos Libre - Carlos Puebla

Today’s show is honor of the phenomenally talented Cuban vocalist known as ‘El Guapachoso’, Rolando LaSerie. He worked with the likes of Benny Moré, Tito Puente, Cachao and Johnny Pacheco, yet he did not receive recognition of popularity. Listen to his incredible music and hear about his life. 

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• La Palabra Fin (with Johnny Pacheco)
• Mentiras Tuyas 
• Que Me Digan Feo (with Tito Puente) 
• La Maquina Y La Madama (with Cortijo Y Su Combo) 
• Bilongo 
• Hola Soledad 
• Cuba Linda 
• Perdoname La Letra 
• Sobre Una Tumba, Una Rumba 
• No Me Dejes Solo (with Johnny Pacheco)
• El Paso De Encarnacion (with Johnny Pacheco)
• Inolvidable 

Víctor’s music reflects many things…a love for humanity, his own life experiences and the lives of regular people, the poor, the farmers, the laborers and artists that are often overlooked and forgotten. The people who make the country run, the people most exploited and forgotten among us. Víctor immortalized not only the archetype of the farmer, the laborer, the peasant but he also immortalized many individuals. Roberto Ahumada, Miguel Ángel Aguilera, Angelita Huenuman, the people senselessly killed in Puerto Montt in 1968 simply murdered for occupying the land of a rich family in southern Chile or Herminda, the baby killed where a Santiago poblacion named after her was built. These names would sadly be lost to time if it were not for Víctor’s songs which encourage us to discover who the real people were behind his lyrics.

• Manifiesto 
• La luna siempre es muy linda 
• Preguntas por puerto Montt 
• Te recuerdo Amanda 
• Angelita Huenuman
• Cancion de cuna para un niño vago
• El lazo
• Plegaria a un labrador 
• Con el alma llena de banderas 
• Ni chicha ni limoná
• Herminda de la Victoria 
• El arado 
• Cuando voy al trabajo
• Vientos de pueblo 
• Que lindo es ser voluntario 
• El derecho de vivir en paz 

Remembering Chilean singer-songwriter, nueva canción icon and advocate against Pinochet's human rights abuses; Ángel Parra.

Ángel is just one member of the incredible and illustrious Parra family whose contributions to Chilean music and culture have been enormous.




Me Gustan los Estudiantes

Meta Bala

Pobre del Cantor

Cancion de Patria Nueva

Cuando Amanece el Dia

Unidad Popular

Compañero Presidente

Hasta Siempre

Guitarra en Duelo Mayor

Canto a Mi America

Vientos del Pueblo

Allende Presidente

Que Vas a Hacer?

La Libertad

Join me today as I continue a series debunking myths and malicious propaganda that seeks to defame the legacy of revolutionary hero, Che Guevara. In this age where fake news can disseminate at lightning speed, and there is a war against education, knowing the truth of our history is essential.

The most often repeated claims about Che Guevara are certainly along the lines of, “he was a mass murderer”, “he killed for sport”, “he was known as el Carnicero of la Cabaña (the Butcher of the Cabaña)”, “a sadistic torturer” among many, many others. Wherever you look, by simply searching his name, mentioning the 4 syllables of his name or invoking his universally recognized image, you will find no scarcity of articles, books, interviews, documentaries, and social media posts announcing that all of this is true, based on the experiences of real Cuban exiles (or their family members in Cuba), and if anyone disagrees they are characterized as insane, uplifting a murderer, how that PragerU video about Che put it; “into sadistic thug worship”, or simply a commie, 17-year-old-socialist or a stupid college kid. The many claims can become overwhelming. Then there’s people on the other side, the left with often the best of intentions, defending Che from all of this. Unfortunately these arguments can be riddled with fallacies, and sometimes entirely miss the point. The response “but it was a revolution, people die” is not an acceptable response to the claims that Guevara was a murderer. So today, we ask where the truth is in all of this. 

 Gilberto Miguel Calderon, better known as Joe Cuba, was an influential conguero and bandleader. Joe Cuba’s sextet featured incredible singers such as Cheo Feliciano, Jimmy Sabater, Willie Torres. They served as an important voice of the generation of Latinos, mostly Puerto Ricans, growing up in New York, in between two cultures. Tu Bombon Yo Vine Pa’ Ver  Picando De Vicio  Mujer  To Be With You  I’m Insane This Is Love  Arecibo  Cachondea Guaracha Y Bembe El Raton  Como Rien  Quieres Volver  Mujer Divina  Mi Salsa Buena Salsa Ahi Na’ Ma’  Lo Bueno Ya Viene 

Though he is often unmentioned Vitin Aviles made a name for himself working with the likes of Tito Puente, Charlie Palmieri and Tito Rodriguez. His voice can be heard on hits such as "La Hija de Lola" and "El Sedante de Rumba" as well as more obscure recording of boleros such as "Vete". Today's show celebrates this overlooked sonero and bolerista. 

Songs

Dime que quieras de mi

Guaguanco en tropicana 

El Panquelero

No Puedo Vivir 

El Cantante del amor

Te quiero a ti

Tierra Nuestra 

Sacale el cuerpo

Dale cara a tu dolor 

compay salsa

El mundo esta bien, el loco soy yo 

cimientos 

la canasta 

es tarde ya 

vete 

te me vas 

esta lluvia 

no me pises en el suelo 

Illapu has a song called Sobreviviendo, it's an anti-war song and it has a line that says "no puedo olvidarme de Hiroshima" and recently they changed that line to "no puedo olvidarme de Palestina". Illapu has always remained consistent in the content and quality of their music. Over the past 52 years, Illapu has documented the horrors of dictatorship, the desaparecidos, they have sung for memory, or simply a better future, Illapu is a voice of the people and they are true revolutionary artists.

Aunque los pasos toquen video: https://youtu.be/5mpgFbC1j5Y?feature=shared

Tres versos en una historia video: https://youtu.be/N71GFUoavWE?feature=shared

link to playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Jltxf3vMtcX0Zuo9FYYka?si=9e11d18ad2554154

He had over 3,000 songs to his name. He was the most popular artists on the island right up until his death in 1965. He told about the life of the common person and the injustices they faced. He was one of, if not the first, exponent of Puerto Rican music in the US. His work crossed over into the Jazz world, and Jazz crossed over into his Puerto Rican music. Almost 30 years before Manteca was recorded, he would travel through Europe and make his way to the United States with Jim Europe’s “Harlem Hellfighters” and mix Puerto Rican rhythms with Jazz. This musical marvel, innovator and trailblazer is none other than ‘El Jibarito’ Rafael Hernandez.

“You have to see past all the flaws and mistakes a man commits in his life. Once you can see beyond a person’s imperfections in life, that’s when you can discover how beautiful an individual can be” (Antonio Mejias, The Life and Times of the Legendary Joe Cuba)" Those are words of Joe Cuba when asked about Héctor Lavoe...Today's episode is about one of Salsa's greatest stars Héctor Lavoe who would have celebrated his 75th birthday on September 30. We will also be celebrating Vitín Avíles who would have celebrated his 91st birthday on September 30. Borinquen - Héctor Lavoe; El Malo, 1967 Ah ha, oh no - Héctor Lavoe; El Juicio, 1972 Joven Contra Vejo - Héctor Lavoe feat. Daniel Santos; Feliz Navidad, 1979 Ausencia - Héctor Lavoe; Cosa Nuestra, 1969 Todo Tiene Su Final - Héctor Lavoe; Lo Mato, 1973 Tu Bien Lo Sabes - Héctor Lavoe; Tu Bien Lo Sabes, 2001 El Cantante - Héctor Lavoe; Comedia, 1978 Triste Y Vacia - Héctor Lavoe; Vigilante, 1983 Por Que No Puedo Ser Feliz - Héctor Lavoe; Revento, 1985 Ponce - Héctor Lavoe; Strikes Back, 1987 At Ti Que Te Pasa - Vitín Avilés with the Tito Rodriguez Orchestra; Tito Rodriguez Presenta Vitin Aviles, 1964 Read the article I wrote last year about Hector Lavoe. http://voiceofthelily.water.blog/2020/06/29/hector-lavoe-el-cantante-de-los-cantantes-27-years-after-his-passing/

The second part of my two part conversation with Aurora Flores! “A breakthrough woman of salsa talks about taking a quantum leap through machismo as she reports on Machito receiving the keys to NYC, Roberto Roena’s patriotic defense of bomba music and the misogynistic envy toward a female led band”. Listen to part two of my incredible interview with Aurora Flores, a true cultural warrior, journalist, activists, writer and CEO of Aurora Communications. Song: Cuembe Cortijo Y Su Combo con Ismael Rivera

It is no small statement to call someone unforgettable, however Tito Rodriguez is one case we can safely say, someone who is truly unforgettable. Sometimes it is hard to define with  words to say why an artist is so special. For me, Tito's pure sentimiento is what makes him unforgettable. Despite the fact that he joined the ancestors 49 years ago, he still is just as alive now as he was then. Today we celebrate and remember the unforgettable one. Feliz Cumpleanos to Tito Rodriguez.  Songs: Baranga Cha Cha Cha Para Ti Barito Guaguanco Bonito Mama Güela (live) Cuando Cuando Bailala Hasta Las Dos Tu Pañuelo Avisale A Mi Contrario Besar Un Cigarillo La Lluvia Y Tu Vuela La Paloma Cualquier Cosa Amor Perdoname Cariño Mio Bilongo Satin and Lace (live) El Vive Bien El Doctor Del Amor Me Faltabas Tu Tiemblas Esta Tarde Vi Llover Ha Llegado La Hora Links:

 Today we remember and celebrate the life and work of Tite Curet Alonso on what would have been his 97th birthday. Tite was the composer of more than 2,000 songs, 500 of which became hits. Not only was he writing hits, he was writing songs with a hitorical, political and social conciousness. Tite Curet can be held in the same regard as Rafael Hernandez and Pedro Flores. Listen to his incredible compositions and amazing story. 

Today's show celebrates the work of Ramón Quian, better known as Monguito 'El Unico'. We'll celebrate his life and work with the likes of Johnny Pacheco and Arsenio Rodriguez. We'll also address the controversy su his similar vocal style to the famed Cuban vocalist, Miguelito Cuni as well as the role of the term salsa. 

Songs 

La Lema del Guaguanco

Guajira y Camara 

El Mundo

Esto Si Se Llama Querer

Me Gusta El Son

Borinquen Tu Guaguanco

Palo Mayimbe 

Mi Propio Sangre 

Salsa

No Le Llaman Salsa A Mi Son

Mi Son, Mi Son, Mi Son

Un Pedacito

Yo No Soy Mentiroso

Perla Fina

Todays episode is celebrating the life and work of Maestro Israel Lopez 'Cachao' (1918-2008), multi instrumentalist, arranger, composer, bandleader and co-creator of mambo.  Read my blog post about Cachao: http://voiceofthelily.water.blog/2021/09/14/celebrating-israel-cachao-lopez-on-what-would-have-been-his-103rd-birthday/ Songs: El Son No Ha Muerto - Cachao; Master Sessions Volume 1, 1994 Africa Viva - Cachao; The Last Mambo, 2010 Ko-Wo Ko-Wo - Cachao; Dos, 1977 Buenaventura - Cachao; The Last Mambo, 2010 Isora Club - Cachao; The Last Mambo, 2010 Descarga Guajira - Cachao; Perlas Cubanas: Cuban Music in "Jam Session"  Sorpresa De Flauta - Cachao; Cuban Jam Sessions in Miniature, 1957

Today’s show is a message for and a tribute to the survivors, the dead and us, we the people, humanity! It’s also a message for the politicians, the criminals committing these atrocities.  

Songs:

Somos Cinco Mil - Ángel and Isabel Parra

Estadio Chile - Pete Seeger

Preguntas por Puerto Montt - Víctor Jara

Luchin - Víctor Jara

Aunque Los Pasos Toquen - Illapu

Tres Versos Para Una Historia - Illapu

El Pueblo Unido Jamas Sera Vencido - Inti Illimani

La Era Esta Pariendo un Corazón - Silvio Rodriguez

El Derecho de Vivir en Paz - Rodrigo Gallardo

Whether it was salsa or boleros, his time with Joe Cuba, the Fania All Stars or his later collaborations, one thing that never changed was his sentimiento. And he wasn’t just a romantic bolerista, his skill at interpreting in soneo, as an improvising sonero was remarkable. No matter what he sang, he interpreted it with feeling and sincerity. Thank you for tuning in to the third and final part in a three part podcast series about Cheo Feliciano. 

Songs:

El Dia Que Me Quieras with Eddie Palmieri 1982

Bello Amanecer with Tito Rodriguez and La Rondalla Venezolana 1996

Mi Ultimo Fracaso with La Rondalla Venezolana 1984

Ausencia with La Rondalla Venezolana 1996

Controversia with Jimmy Sabater 1987

Por Nuestra Felicidad 1998

Coincidencia 1990

Una En Un Million 1990

Me Fascina Esa Mujer

Que Si Cantaban Bien 2000

Yo No Tengo Corazón Para Olvidarte 2002

Esa Es Tu Fortuna 2002

Hacerte Venir 1990

Today’s episode will be celebrating Ismael Rivera’s 90th birthday and the 27th anniversary of the passing of Chivirico Davila. We will be exploring their music and impact on our music. Listen and enjoy.  Lejos de ti - Ismael Rivera con Cortijo Y Su Combo; Bienvenido, 1965 Lagrimas Puras - Ismael Rivera Y Sus Chachimbos; Traigo De Todo, 1973 Las Caras Lindas -  Ismael Rivera Y Sus Chachimbos; Esto Si Es Lo Mio, 1978 Witinila - Ismael Rivera Y Sus Chachimbos; Traigo De Todo, 1973 Las Ingratitudes - Ismael Rivera con Cortijo Y Su Combo; Invites you to dance,  1958 Yenyere - jala - jala - Chivirico Davila with Richie Ray; On The Scene With Richie Ray  Babalao - Chivirico Davila; Chivirico, 1973 Mar Y Cielo - Chivirico Davila; Para Mi Gente, 1976 Perfidia - Chivirico Davila; Chivirico, 1971 Lloviendo en Puerto Rico - Chivirico Davila  

Remembering and experiencing the magic of Charlie Palmieri; one of the greatest Puerto Rican piano virtuosos of all time. We will hear and explore his early work with his Charanga La Duboney, his work with Vitin AViles and Meñique and so much more. You will learn about his life and even hear a special anecdote about him from a family friend. ENJOY and don't forget to follow me on Facebook and Instagram. Go check out my blog too!  Songs:  Ritmo Charanga  Palmieri Y La Duboney  Either You Have It Or You Don't  Dame Tu Corazon feat. Vitin Aviles  Guaguanco En Puerto Rico No Puedo Vivir feat. Vitin Aviles  Tributo A Pedro Flores feat. Meñique  Sedante De Rumba feat. Vitin Aviles  El Cantante De Amor feat. Vitin Aviles  Vamonos Pa'l Monte feat. Charlie Palmieri, Eddie Palmieri and Ismael Quintana  Live Videos Of Charlie Palmieri:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tyl8Gh1v9uY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gBd4gRty1Y with his brother, Eddie and Ismael Quintana  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i0MTTTOB8nQ With Ray Barretto, Andy Gonzalez and Nicky Marrero Charanga  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charanga_(Cuba)

Today's show celebrates this unique, multitalented yet often overlooked Panamanian vocalist whose work includes albums with Charlie Palmieri and Tito Puente. Listen, learn about his life and music and celebrate his legacy one year after his passing.  Songs: Mi Tierra Lejana (with Charlie Palmieri) Niña y Señora (with Tito Puente) Vengo Potente (under artistic direction of Tito Puente) Angelitos Negros  (under artistic direction of Tito Puente) Ya No Hay Amistad (with Santito Colon) Santa Barbara  Guanica y Yauco  De Panamá A Borinquen (with Charlie Palmieri) Con Salsa y Sabor  (with Charlie Palmieri) Tributo a Pedro Flores  (with Charlie Palmieri) Tiene Sabor  (with Charlie Palmieri) No Puedo Mas  (with Charlie Palmieri)

Remembering and honoring Rafael Hernandez Marin (1898-1965) after what would have been his 130th birthday! Enjoy, leave a comment and tell me what you think! Also follow me on social media  @voiceofthewaterlily and check out my blog voiceofthelily.water.blog Pobre Jibarito-Rafael & Su Conjunto; Campanitas De Cristal-Joe Valle; Lo Mejor De Rafael Hernandez, 1958 Enamorado De Ti-Felipe Pirela; Interpreta a Rafael Hernandez Lo Siento Por Ti-Tito Rodriguez & His Orch.; My Heart Sings For You, 1965 Preciosa-Johnny Albino; Amor Ciego-Eddie Palmieri. Ismael Quintana; Justicia Si Me Muero Madre Mia-Rafael & Su Conjunto; Lamento Borincano (live)-Facundo Cabral; America Canta (En Vivo), 2008 No Me Quieres Tanto-Los Panchos; Tu No Comprendes-Santito Colon; A Portrait of Santos Colon, 1967 Que Te Vale-Johnny Pacheco; Los Compadres, 1970 Canta-Cheo Feliciano; The Singer, 1976Ep. 10

An exaltation of folkloric tradition and the poetic laments of an exile, these two statements sum of the life and music of Uruguayan singer-songwriter Alfredo Zitarrosa.

SONG LIST:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3sJj2CSpfrwwjfaYFFsP1z?si=78d74787905047aa

Today's episode is about two incredible singers who recently joined the ancestors; Meñique (December 30, 1933-November 28, 2021) and Paquito Guzman (November 20, 1939-December 9, 2021). You will hear about their lives and legacies! Enjoy music featuring these two amazing singers and their work with bandleaders, the likes of Tito Puente, Tommy Olivencia and Charlie Palmieri...

Buen Viaje, Maestros! 

Meñique: 

No Hay Amistad

Salsa Y Sabor 

Timbalero Mayor 

Mi Tierra Lejana 

Los Pequenitos De Son feat. Santitos Colon

Paquito Guzman:

Oye Mi Consejo feat. Tommy Olivencia 

El Son Cubano feat. Tommy Olivencia 

Sobre Una Tumba, Una Rumba 

Raices 

Mintiendo Se Gana Mas 

If you know who Salvador Allende is and I mention his last speech, made while the military bombarded the presidential palace, the line about Las anchas alamedas opening again may come to mind. It is arguably the best know part of the historic, deeply heart rendering and heart breaking speech. More than simply telling his nation what is happening and who is responsible, Allende reaffirms his commitment to the oath he swore to keep, the promises he made to his people and the work and progress he did achieve. He goes further, before the coup is even successful he foresees and heralds its end. He proclaims that the grand avenues will open once again. He gives thanks to all those who believed in him, who trusted him with the great responsibility to not only lead the country but keep his promises and undertake the great tasks that he dreamed would improve the lives of the masses.

Allende calls upon the downfall of the individuals involved, invoking their destruction before they are even able to wrest power from the legitimate government.

He does not cower, there is no fear in his voice. He speaks clearly, he never falters or stammers even as the presidential palace is bombarded around him. He looks at his fate without fear, knowing that this will all end with the sacrifice of his life and he implores his people to not sacrifice themselves. He leaves it unsaid in this moment, but it is clear he, in this moment an almost christ-like figure, intends to sacrifice himself for the sake of his people.

Perhaps we can see this as simply a trust in the laws of life and time, after all, no empire and no tyranny can continue forever, Allende certainly knew this.

Salvador Allende would be dead by that afternoon, he knew this as he spoke. It was clearly never a doubt in his mind, so with dignity, courage and a righteousness than can only come from a life spent truly working for the good of the people, stares at death and faces it directly. There is no need for him to hide from it because he knows that what he has done with his human life has been for the good of humanity, from his work as a medical doctor to the leaps and bounds in the improvement of the conditions of the chilean people, he worked for humanity not for its destruction.

Songs:

Allende Presidente - Ángel Parra

Compañero Presidente - Ángel Parra

Allende - Quilapayún

Allende/Por Todo Chile - Viglietti/Benedetti

Encuentro con la vida - Illapu

Las Ultimas Palabras - Ventiscka

• I have been extremely inconsistent here lately. And that is going to change very soon. I am very busy with a lot of other things I have going on, it’s really one thing in particular. But by early July I will definitely be back to consistent, weekly podcasts. Anyway, I didn't want to go another week without at least releasing something. I want to tell you about my trip to Puerto Rico recently, and share what I experienced, but I need more time for that. I want to do the experience justice with the show I’m going to do. This week will be a shorter episode, different than usual. I want to talk about the news, Gaza, this ceasefire that was passed by the security council, and also the current political atmosphere, the election, just share my thoughts about all this. 

Songs

Ciencia Politica - Frankie Dante

El Derecho de Vivir en Paz - Musicx de Chile

Estadio Chile - Pete Seeger

Preguntas por Puerto Montt - Víctor Jara

Love me, I'm a liberal - Phil Ochs

The Urgent Call of Palestine - Zeinab Shaath

Links:

https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/iron-bars-electric-shocks-dogs-and-cigarette-burns-how-palestinians-are-tortured-israeli-detention 

https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/israel-palestine-systematic-sexual-abuse-torture 

https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/sexual-abuse-and-beatings-palestinian-mothers-ordeal-israeli-custody 

https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/us-lawmakers-hague-invasion-act-what-is-it 

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C74-PdGP57s/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Víctor Jara sang the reality of his people; their past, present and dreams for a better future. His music was deeply political but also deeply human. Today we will be taking a closer look at his 1971 "El Derecho de Vivir en Paz" album and talk a bit about its meaning. As we head into September, we commemorate the 50th anniversary of the U.S. backed military coup that would oust Allende from presidency and take the lives of thousands, including Víctor Jara (a show is coming about that next week). So, it is essential we take this time to commemorate, remember and evoke for justice.

Songs: (all written by Jara unless otherwise stated)

El Derecho de Vivir en Paz (with Los Blops)

Abre La Ventana

La Partida (instrumental)

El Niño Yuntero - comp. Miguel Hernandez

Vamos Por Ancho Camino

A La Molina No Voy Mas

A Cuba

Las Casitas de Barrio Alto

El Alma Llena de Banderas (originally Little Boxes, comp. Malvina Reynolds)

Ni Chicha Ni Limoná

Plegaria a un Labrador

B.R.P

Feliz Año Nuevo! "Down with Mediocrity; Up With Greatness"! For this 2-hour New Year Special, we will be hearing some of the greatest, most complex and profound music that Latin Music has to offer. And while we are just scratching the surface, you will hear a range of artists and styles, all having one thing in common; they all unite us inside of the rhythm of life. Enjoy this special show as we celebrate greatness. 

• Cuba Linda — Grupo Folklorico Y Experimental Nuevayorquino

Album: Concepts In Unity

Year: 1975

Comp: 

• Mi Congo Te Llama — Eddie Palmieri

Album: Lucumi Macumba and Voodoo

Year: 1978

Comp: Eddie Palmieri, Bob Bianco, Fransisco Aguabella

• Ta Julian — Los Muñequitos De Matanzas

Album: De Palo Pa Rumba

Year: 2009

Comp: José Andro Mesa Bosh

• Se Me Olvido — Grupo Folklorico Y Experimental Nuevayorquino

Album: Lo Dice Todo

Year: 1976

Comp: Andy + Jerry Gonzalez

• Descarga Candido (Live) — Candido Camero + Cachao

Album: The Last Mambo

Year: 2006

Comp: Candidio Cammero + Cachao

• Congo Blues — Mongo Santamaria

Album: Mongo’s Way

Year: 1971

Comp: Congo Blues

• Mambo For Vibes — Hilton Ruiz + Tito Puente

Album: Hands On Percussion

Year: 1995

Comp: Tito Puente

• Seven Steps To Heaven — Giovanni Hidalgo

Album: Worldwide

Year: 1993

Comp: Miles Davis

• Liberated Spirit — Ray Barretto and New World Spirit

Album: The Message

Year: 1998

Comp: Ray Barretto

• Agua De Clavelito — Johnny Pacheco Y Su Tumbao Añejo feat. Hector Casanova

Album: Los Amigos

Year: 1979

Comp: Miguel Angel Pozo

• Que Palo Es Ese — Los Van Van

Album:

Year: 1989? 1983?

Comp: Juan Formell

• El Paquete — Barbaro Fines Y Su Mayimbe

Album: Mensajeros De Dios

Year: 2013

Comp:

• Sentimiento — Pete ‘El Conde’ Rodriguez

Album: Este Negro Si Es Sabroso

Year: 1976

Comp: Tite Curet Alonso

• Nague — Machito and his Afro Cubans

Album:

Year:

Comp: Chano Pozzo

• Guaguanco Africano — Miguelito Valdes

Album:

Year:

Comp:

• Agua Que Va A Caer—Patato and Totico

Album:

Year:

Comp:

• Agua Que Va A Caer—Cortijo Y Su Combo

Album:

Year:

Comp:

• Cuando Estoy Contigo — Johnny Ventura

Album: Siempre en Orbita

Year: 1973

Comp: Armando Manzanero

I think Che Guevara is one of the most misunderstood historical figures, whether through ignorance or choice. We often get a highly unbalanced perspective on Che, one insists he was a murderous tyrant, while the other side, that often tries to defend him, lacks a depth of understanding as to who the revolutionary and man Che Guevara really are. Today, we take a look at Che through the eyes of musicians ahead of the 56th anniversary of his murder. We'll be looking at how Che's example has inspired artists and how music serves as a vehicle of memory. Whether it's Silvio Rodriguez's "Fusil Contra Fusil", Carlos Puebla's "Hasta Siempre" or Víctor Jara's "El Aparecido", Che has certainly captured the imagination of the artist and the listener.

Songs:

Hasta Siempre - Carlos Puebla

Fusil Contra Fusil - Silvio Rodriguez

Canción al Guerillero Heroico - Elena Burke

El Aparecido - Víctor Jara

Que Pare El Son - Carlos Puebla

Nada Más - Atahualpa Yupanqui

Una Canción Necesaria - Vincente Feliú

America Te Hablo de Ernesto - Silvio Rodriguez

Makongo Machevere - Grupo Oba Ilu

Maferefun Che - Mario Balmaseda

Zamba del Che - Víctor Jara

Carta al Che - Inti-Illimani

Su Nombre Ardio Como Pajar - Patricio Manns

La Era Esta Pariéndo Un Corazón - Silvio Rodriguez

Si El Poeta Eres Tu - Pablo Milanés

Canción del Hombre Nuevo - Daniel Vigilietti

Lo Eterno - Carlos Puebla

Hombre - Silvio Rodriguez

Tonada del Albedrío - Silvio Rodriguez

Hasta Siempre - Maria Farantouri.

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Journalist Mansour Shouman is missing since Sunday.

POST on social media about this.

WRITE to the Canadian government (he is a Canadian citizen) and demand they look into this)

CONTACT publications and media networks to demand they cover this story.

Keep him in your prayers, affirmations and thoughts.

https://www.instagram.com/mansourshouman7/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet (note. his team continues to post on this account, Mansour himself is not posting)

(En Español)

El periodista Mansour Shouman está desaparecido desde el domingo. 
PUBLICA en las redes sociales sobre esto. 
ESCRIBE al gobierno canadiense (él es un ciudadano canadiense) y exige que lo investiguen) 
CONTACTA publicaciones y redes de medios para exigir que cubran esta historia. 
MANTENERLO en sus oraciones, afirmaciones y pensamientos.

Carlos Puebla's voice became a musical chronicle of the Cuban Revolution. His music narrated the suffering of Cuba's guajiros under Batista's dictatorship. After the triumph of the Cuban Revolution, Puebla began to recount the radical changes that transformed Cuban society. His songs document urban and agrarian reform, the literacy brigades of the early 60's and even the botched Playa Girón (Bay of Pigs) invasion. Puebla wrote in honor of revolutionary heroes such as Fidel Castro, Camilo Cienfuegos and Che Guevara, writing his most famous composition, "Hasta Siempre" for the latter. Puebla also wrote songs of hope for other revolutionary movements in other countries, even those on other continents.

Link to playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4qQbQTanwnLcZ3ghe3tt1Z?si=d8cbff3dd3fa49dd

 Celebrating the life and work of two phenomenal and pivotal musicians-Mario Bauza and Machito. Heat their incredible stories and music!

 As Black History Month comes to a close, join me on a musical exploration of the role of Africa in many forms of Latin music. 

Que le paso - Cortijo, Kako, Chivirico

Rumba Para los Rumberos - Los Muñequitos de Matanzas 

 Dilo Como Yo - Patato y Totico

En la Cumbre - Celeste Mendoza 

Rio Esta Hondo - Jerry Gonzalez 

Caballero que bomba - Cortijo Su Combo 

A la verdegüe - Cortijo, Kako, Chivirico

A bailar mi bomba - Roberto Roena 

Majestad Negra - Grupo Afro Boricua 

Bailando Plena - Moncho Leña, Mon Rivera 

Pa' los Boricuas ausentes - Cesar Concepcion, Joe Valle 

El bombon de Elena - Cortijo 

Plena Plena Plena - Andres Jimenez 'El Jibaro

Ahora Si - Sexteto Habanero

Mama son de la loma - Conjunto Matamoros 

Dame un cachito pa' huele - Arsenio Rodriguez 

Quimbombo - Chappottín 

Manteca - Fransisco Aguabellla 

Ancestral Messages - Ray Barretto

El Manisero - Mario Bauza, Chico O' Farril

Mano Caliente - Cheo Feliciano 

Que Viva La Musica - Ray Barretto

Maestro de Rumberos - Ismael Quintana 

Sangre de Africa - Patato Valdes 

 Whether he invented Mambo, laid the groundwork for Salsa or revitalized són, his contributions are undeniably seminal. This is a story of a phenomenal musician whose compositions are classics that laid the foundation for Salsa. It is a story filled with myths and half truths. This is the story of Arsenio Rodríguez.

read the blog post here: http://voiceofthelily.water.blog/2022/02/27/el-ciego-maravilloso-the-story-of-arsenio-rodriguez/

Arsenio's recordings:

• Se Va El Caramelero (with Miguelito Valdes)
• Linda Cubana
• Hachero Pa' Un Palo
• Cambia El Paso
• Mami Te Gusto 
• Dumdunbanza (with piano solo from Lilí Martinez) 
• Rumba Guajira 
• No Me Llores 

Covers of Arsenio's compositions: 

• Hachero Pa Un Palo - Sonora Ponceana 1968
• A Bailar Mi Bomba - Ismael Rivera 1980
• Bruca Manigua - Ray Barretto 1972 
• Dumdunbanza - Larry Harlow 1976 
• Con un amor se borra otro amor - Eddie Palmieri 1963 
• Saludo Celestial - Celia Cruz, Johnny Pacheco 1978
• Arsenio (live) - Larry Harlow, Justo Betancourt 1973

A look at the artists keeping the work and memory of Víctor Jara alive today and always. From those who knew and loved him to those born after his death, all share a deep love for him and commitment to keeping his legacy alive!

Songs:

Canción a Víctor - Inti-Illimani

Manifiesto - Quilapayún

Preguntas por Puerto Montt - Los Olimareños 

No Puedes Volver Atras - Patricio Manns 

Cuando Voy al Trabajo - Mercedes Sosa

Luchin - Roberto Bravo 

Plegaria a un Labrador - León Greco

Te Recuerdo Amanda - Nano Stern

Poema 15 - Francesca Ancarola

A Luis Emilio Recabarren - Inti-Illimani

Angelita Huenuman - Silvia Baducci, Osvaldo Torres, Patricio Castillo 

Manifiesto - Víctor Heredia 

Canción para Víctor Jara - Quilapayún 

El Arado - Manuel Garcia, Guillamino

El Derecho de Vivir en Paz - Banda Conmoción, Roberto Marquez 

La Partida - Illapu

Canto Libre - Isabel Parra 

Vientos del Pueblo - Ángel Parra 

Vamos por Ancho Camino - Los Jaivas

Canción de Muerte y Esperanza por Víctor Jara - Osvaldo Rodriguez 

El Derecho de Vivir en Paz (live) - Quilapayún, Inti-Illimani 

Rumba; the Afro-Cuban style has a long history, arising from slavery, facing marginalization and eventually traveling the world. This show is a brief history of the style intertwined with the music of some of the greatest rumberos. Enjoy! AFRICA - The Rumba All Stars  Recuerdo a Matanzas - Los Papines  Baila mi Yambu - Los Papines  La Prueba del Ritmo - Clave y Guaguanco Ingrato Corazon - Patato y Totico Nuestro Barrio - Patato y Totico La Rumba Es - Los Muñequitos de Matanzas  Ta' Julian - Los Muñequitos de Matanzas  Blues Guaguanco - Arturo O' Farril  Ya yo me cure - Jerry Gonzalez  Columbia para los guerreros - Eddie Bobé Yambu - Mongo Santamaria 

Israel López, better known as Cachao was the co-creator of mambo, bandleader, double bassist, composer, and arranger. One of his and his brother Orestes’ greatest innovations was Mambo; livening up a classical Danzon, with afro-Cuban rhythm, as Cachao termed it “turning the ship 180˚”. You'll hear all about this and more in this week's episode.  Songs: Sorpresa de Faluta El Niño Toca el Tres  Controversia de Metalles Isora Club Descarga Cachao Buenaventura  Ko Wo Ko Wo At Ti No Te Falta Nada  Mi Guajira 

I was perusing the internet the other day when I came across the music of Spanish pop sensation Niño Bravo and his song “Un Beso y Una Flor” and I absolutely loved his voice and the style of the song, that dramatic 1970’s baroque pop sound. I of course looked him up and found out that one of his most famous songs, “Libre”, was played while political detainees and political prisoners in Chile were tortured by Pinochet’s regime. I’ll let that sink in for a moment.  I was immediately horrified especially when I found out that the song was originally written against Franco’s regime in Spain. So I realized that this song written against fascism was actually hijacked by it. It disturbed me, especially when I actually listened to the song, there was such a crazy contradiction there, this passionate song about freedom and the idea that people were tortured to the sound of it. That really messed with my head. Because I liked the sound of the song, yet I was revolted by the idea of it being used as a fascist anthem and the soundtrack of torture. Naturally this set up a wild contradiction inside of me.  So naturally I wrote a story and now I'm reading it for you!

We are often told that Cuba is an authoritarian, repressive dictatorship. But did anyone ever take a second to ask who really made Cuba a dictatorship?  Some will immediately say “Fidel Castro made Cuba a dictatorship”. Let us consider for a moment that Cuba actually I ts a dictatorship. Now let us ask ourselves WHO made it a dictatorship. Was it Fidel? Was it Batista? Was it the United States interventions and interference? The bay of pigs invasion? The 600 assassination attempts against Fidel? Was it the threat of military invasion? Was it the constant attempts by the CIA to overthrow the government? Was it the world’s lack of solidarity with the Cuban people? Was it the blockade? Was it the murder of Revolutionary heroes and Cuban citizens? Was it terrorist attacks from the US against the Cuban people? The designation of Cuba as a state sponsor of terrorism?

Llego

Romping

Welcome to voice of the waterlily, a new latin music podcast exploring our ancestral music over the last 100 years intertwined with a historical and personal perspective.  Another salsa legend has joined the ancestors, 'El Judio Maravilloso', Larry Harlow (March 20, 1939 - August 20, 2021). We will be celebrating his incredible work spanning across decades and talk about his contributions to the music we know as salsa.   NOTE: I DO NOT own the rights to any songs used. I in no way imply ownership of any media/music used during the duration of this program. No copyright infringement intended. All media remains sole property or respective copyright holders.  Songs: Larry Harlow Arsenio feat. Miranda - Tribute to Arsenio Rodriguez, Fania, 1971 Larry Harlow Vive la vida hoy feat. Frankie Dante - Con Larry Harlow, Cotique, 1972 Larry Harlow Yo soy latino feat. Nestor Sanchez + solo from Nicky Marrero - Yo soy latino, Fania, 1983 Larry Harlow Abran Paso  feat. Ismael Miranda - Abran Paso, Fania, 1971 Larry Harlow Dolor Y Amor feat. Ismael Miranda - Abran Paso, Fania, 1971 Larry Harlow lamento de un guajiro feat. Ismael Miranda + Pacheco -  Fania, 1971 Larry Harlow Canto Carabali feat. Junior Gonzalez - Jardinero Del Amor, Fania, 1976  Larry Harlow Guasasa feat. Ismael Miranda - Electric Harlow, Fania, 1970 Larry Harlow La Cartera feat. Junior Gonzales -  Salsa, Fania, 1974  Larry Harlow Gracia Divina- feat. Celia Cruz-Hommy, Fania, 1973 Larry Harlow Mirame+Oyeme Hommy, Fania, 1973

Today's show celebrates the life and talent of Mexican singer Toña La Negra. Born Antonia del Carmen Peregrino Álvarez on November 2, 1912 in Veracruz, Mexico, Toña's career launched to new heights when she met Agustin Lara and made a hit of his composition 'Enamorada'. 

Learn about all this and more in today's episode. 

Songs: 

Ay Cariño

Tu Me Acostumbraste 

Que Sabes Tu 

Obsesion

Lamento Borincano 

Campanitas de Cristal

Deselvo de Amor 

Babalu

El Panquelero

Reina Africana 

Llanto de Luna 

Amor Perdido

Amor 

Noche de Ronda 

Escarcha 

Mujer 

Ausencia 

Y Sin Embargo Te Quiero

Rosa

Many of us know his recognizable and sentimental voice from his work with Tito Puente. And his later collaborations with Bobby Valentin and the hits that came from it, such as ‘derroche de felicidad’ and ‘conversacion en Tiempo de bolero’ cemented his status as a legend. Max Salazar even termed him “one of Latin America’s most popular vocalists, at times considered number one”. He certainly made a deep mark on Latin Music and displayed an incredible versatility, showcasing his sensational voice. That’s right, I’m talking about none other than the one and only Vicentico Valdes.

La Gloria Eres Tu

Abaniquito

Dulce con Dulce 

Guaguanco en Tropicana 

Los Aretes de la Luna

Lo Añoro

Tus Ojos 

Como Arullo del Palma 

Ponte a la Moda

Derroche de felicidad 

Todo Eso y Mas 

Qué Sabes Tú 

Conversación en Tiempo de Bolero

Cuando Te Deje de Querer 

Cuando te fuiste de mi 

Yo También Canto a Borinquen

Me Faltabas Tú 

El Ultimo Café

Their harmonies, requinto guitars and collaborations with the likes of Javier Solis, Johnny Albino and Eydie Gorme endeared them to a generation. For their time they were even some of the best selling Latino artists.  Wether they sang of a far off homeland or the nostalgia of a lost love, they communicated deep feelings that we relate to on the deepest level.  Listen and Enjoy  

Celebrating a phenomenal talent...Pete 'El Conde' Rodriguez. You will hear tunes like Cañonazo and Cositas Buenas as well as ones like Babaila and  Amor De Mis Amores. listen to his incredible story and the incredible legacy he left behind. 

With Pacheco:

Caõnazo 1963

Convergencia 1967

Un Nuevo Amor 1970

Cositas Buenas 1973

Yo Tengo La Llave 1989 

Solo Work:

Babaila 1974

Areito A Sonar 1977 

Tumbakutum 1976

Amor De Mis Amores 1977 

Vacila Con Tu Trago 1986

 Often overlooked today, Norosbaldo Morales Sanabria, better known as Noro Morales was a seminal figures in the Latin Music scene of the 1940’s and 50’s in New York city. His Orchestra even rivaled Machito’s in popularity and Morales was even invited to perform in downtown Manhattan at a time when it was closed to Latino Musicians. His story starts in the Puerta de Tierra section of San Juan, Puerto Rico on January 4, 1912.  Noro learned several musical instruments as a child. The Morales family was a musical one; his father, Louis, played violin; brothers Ismael/Esy, Humberto, Jose/Pepito and Louis as well as sister, Alicia, all played instruments. In 1924, Louis was invited to Venezuela to work as the musical director of the presidential orchestra. He accepted the job and the family relocated there for 6 years. Sadly, months after their arrival, Louis died. At just 13 years old, Noro took over directing the orchestra. In 1930, the family moved back to Puerto Rico And Noro worked with Rafael Muñoz. 1935, brought changes to his life again, as he relocated to New York, getting work with Alberto Socarras, Augusto Cohen and Johnny Rodriguez (Tito Rodriguez’s older brother). Morales started an orchestra with his brothers Humberto and Esy in 1939. 1942’s ‘Serenata Ritmica’ was a smash hit and catapulted Morales to fame. He was soon invited to perform in downtown Manhattan and even the Daily New’s Harvest Moon Ball; he was quickly becoming mainstream! Noro’s Orchestra even rivaled Machito’s in popularity.  The changes tides of Latin Music caused Noro to return to Puerto Rico in 1960 where he played a hotel for the last 3 years of his life, Sadly, Noro suffered from alcoholism and a family history of diabetes, that he and his brothers all suffered from. Noro joined the ancestors on January 15, 1964. He was just 53 years old. You’ll learn all about this and much more in this week’s episode  

• Vitamina 
• Perfume de Gardenia
• Campanitas de Cristal
• Lamento Borincano 
• Serenata Ritmica 
• Rhumba Rhapsody 
• Mambo 
• Maldito Celos 
• Flores Negras Piel Canela 
• El Negrito de Batey 
• Maria Cervantes 
• Maracaibo Mambo
• Inolvidable 
• La Isla del Encanto
• Rhumba Rhapsody (Charlie Palmieri’s version) 1984

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Ep. 130

I often talk about Chilean revolutionary song here on the podcast. Its close to my heart, not because of any personal connection to that beautiful country whatsoever, but because their history, music and culture is deep in my heart and I have deep admiration for the struggles, successes and achievements. I often talk about nueva cancion and its suppression under Pinochet as well, but what happened in Chile was not unique. The US history of interventionism is long and continues to grow longer even in this present moment. The history of fascism attempting to destroy art and culture is also long. These dictatorships understand that music and art holds an immense power of communication. Many of these dictatorships began actually suppressing their own cultures and traditional music and art. In Chile, we have perhaps the most severe case of artistic suppression, the murder of Víctor Jara as well as his records and many others being banned, Pablo Neruda’s books were burned and it was illegal to sing revolutionary songs. In Spain Franco officially banned Catalan and other languages from school and public spaces.

Revolutionary artists suffered exile simply for singing about the reality of their people, yet they became part of the strong international community that not only brought attention to the atrocities being committed, but also played a role in ending those dictatorships with their tireless work and denouncements of their atrocities.

Today we will be celebrating what many would call “protest music”, however I, like Víctor Jara, prefer the term “revolutionary song”, from around the world. All of these artists faced various consequences for their activism and We need this inspiration right now, we actually need more revolutionary song after all, no hay revolucion sin canciones, so at this time let us take inspiration from these courageous and talented artists, starting of course in Chile. But who start with, Chile has such a rich diversity of Nueva Cancion, of course we start with Víctor Jara, a man who paid the ultimate price for simply singing the truth. We start in Chile especially seeing as this is the month of memory in Chile, a commemoration, a celebration of memory and a vigil to all those whose lives were taken.

Victor Jara — Manifiesto

Isabel Parra — En Septiembre Canta el Gallo

Quilapayún — Mi Patria

Illapu — Nuestro Mensaje

Los Jaivas — Un Mar de Gente

Manuel Garcia — El Viejo Comunista (live)

Atahualpa Yupanqui — Camino del Indio

Víctor Heredia — Sobreviviendo

Mercedes Sosa — Gracias a la Vida

Daniel Viglietti — Declaración de amor a Nicaragua/Con Nicaragua [with Benedetti]

Ramon Pelegero Sanchis (Raimon) — Diguem No

Phil Ochs — Santo Domingo (the marines have landed on the shores of)

[note]

Andres Jimenez — Libertad y Soberania

El Hormiguero — Calle 13

Silvio Rodriguez — La Maza

Pablo Milanés — canción por la la unidad latinoamericano

Carlos Puebla — Y en eso llego Fidel

Quilapayún, Inti Illimani - El Pueblo Unido Jamás Será Vencido

Victor Jara is the essence of revolutionary song and the greatest example of a revolutionary artist. Today we will be taking a closer look at his "Pongo en Tus Manos Abiertas" album. Víctor sings tributes to four very different revolutionaries, an ode to guerrillas in Bolivia, of the love of two workers, and much more.

Album:

Pongo en Tus Manos Abiertas

Though he's rarely mentioned, Juan Morel Campos was one of the greatest composers in Puerto Rican history. Morel Campos is credited with writing over 350 Puerto Rican Danzas, he also played almost every brass instrument and founded the Ponce Municipal Band in 1883, (a band that still exists today). In his short but prolific career, Morel Campos left an unforgettable mark on Puerto Rican music.

Songs:

Felices Dias - Rafael Hernandez

Sin Ti Jamas - Rafael Hernandez

Conversación - Rafael Hernandez

Di que me amas - Rafael Hernandez

No me toques - Rafael Alers

Viva la Pepa - Rafael Alers

Laura y Georgina - Rafael Alers

La Rutina - Jesús María Sanromá

Acuérdate de mí - Jesús Maria Sanromá

Mi Perla - Rafael Hernandez

La Bella Margot - Rafael Hernandez

Maldito Amor - Rafael Hernández

La Generosa - Rafael Alers

El Torbellino - Rafael Alers

Perla de mi Patria - Rafael Alers

No me toques - Jesús María Sanromá

Idilio - Jesús María Sanromá

Mascaras Alegres - Rafael Hernandez

Honoring and remembering the divine voice of Santito Colon. You will hear everything from 'Agua Limpia Todo' to 'Mi Sueno' and 'Amantes'.  Don't forget to follow me on Instagram and Facebook @voiceofthewaterlily Agua Limpia Todo w Tito Puente; Dance Mania, 1957 Llora Timbero w Tito Puente; De Mi Para Ti, 1965 Mirame Mas w Tito Puente; No Hay mejor, 1975 Como Un Arullo De Palma w Tito Puente; Homanaje A Beny Moré Vol. 2, 1979 Dime; Commitment, 1980 Soy Guajiro; Live at Yankee Stadium, 1975 Mi Sueno; A Portrait Of Santos Colon, 1967 Amantes; Historia De Un Amor, 1971 Que Te Vaya Bien; Mis Grandes Exitos-El Bolero De Amor Siempre Por Siempre; Santitos 1970

In today’s episode we will be celebrating the 47th anniversary of the iconic Fania All Stars performance, Live In Africa. We are also going to honor the life and work of Roberto Roena who joined the ancestors yesterday at the age of 81. There are links to see the videos of the performance.  Songs: Quimbara Fania All Stars Live In Africa feat. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1_uamNoDhP4 El Raton Fania All Stars Live In Africa feat. Cheo Feliciano https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U-gyQ2M-Upw En Orbita Fania All Stars Live In Africa https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-uvOriFxXI Mi Gente Fania All Stars Live In Africa feat. Hector Lavoe https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ah2GLqomT9c Ponte Duro Fania All Stars Live In Africa feat. Ray Barretto, Nicky Marrero and Roberto Roena (on percussion; Congas, timbales and bongos) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFgB1Y-ZwyY Guantanamera Fania All Stars Live In Africa feat. Ismael Quintana, Hector Lavoe, Ismael Miranda and Santos/Santito Colon. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dPaZHqn5FHM Traición Roberto Roena Y Su Apollo Sound; Apollo Sound 6   Read my article about Roberto Roena http://voiceofthelily.water.blog/2021/09/24/roberto-roena-1940-2021-has-joined-the-ancestors/ Here is the full video.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SJfoBFjdnQ

Today's show is in honor of legendary percussionist, bandleader and dancer Roberto Roena, after he would have celebrated his 82nd birthday on January 16. I am so honored to present this show with special guests Tyta Nieves-Roena (Roberto's wife), producer and manger Richie Viera and Aurora Flores. It is a beautiful conversation filled with amazing stories that help the listener really understand who Roberto was and what he was like. 

Feliz Cumpleaños, Roberto Roena. 

The first part of a two part show on historical, social, spiritual and political consciousness in Latin Music. We will explore how Latin music has always told the story of the people, their struggles and their resistance.  Link to video of Ismael Rivera in La Perla https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ik19r4YuuQM Songs: Lamento Borincano-Daniel Santos written by Rafael Hernandez  Preciosa-Daniel Santos written by Rafael Hernandez  Que Bonita Bandera-Ramito Morales written by Ramito Morales  En Mi Viejo San Juan-Trio Los Panchos con Javier Solis written by Noel Estrada  El Negro Bembon- Ismael Rivera con Cortijo Y Su Combo written by Bobby Capo La Perla-Ismael Rivera y Sus Chachimbos written by Tite Curet Alonso Como Esta Mi Conuco-Benny More written by  Boco Boco-Tito Rodriguez and his Orchestra written by Chano Pozzo Together-Ray Barretto written by Ray Barretto Justicia-Eddie Palmieri written by Eddie Palmieri and Ismael Quintana

Luis Munoz Marin rose from being, in all estimations, one big failure to being a senator and later the governor of Puerto Rico. It was quite a feat, but what he did with his newly acquired power was another story. Marin declared martial law to quell the 1950 Nationalist uprisings, had two towns in Puerto Rico bombed by P47 Thunderbolt warplanes, used carpetas to spy on and convict innocent people, only guilty of not supporting him, and even enacted the 1948 Gag Law preventing Puerto Ricans from the ”crime” of possessing their flag. But why would the first Puerto Rican elected governor of Puerto Rico, who had once demanded Puerto Rico’s freedom, do this to his own people?

Songs: 

• Yo Tambien Soy Boricua - Davilita
• Vamonos a Borinquen Bella - Davilita
• Sueño de Libertad - Davilita

I’ve always wondered how a person can quote Lolita Lebron and extol the virtues of Albizu Campos while simultaneously conforming to and defending the political structure of the United States Empire and its politicians. The cognitive dissonance within our community seems to have recently surged with the current discourse around this election and its implications. I have seen people, some of whom routinely quote and praise Puerto Rican revolutionaries, exalt the “leadership of the united states, particularly Joe Biden and now Kamala Harris. Simultaneously, I have also found it shocking that some people in our community cannot find it in their hearts to be in solidarity with their fellow oppressed people. There are those who have told me, well, what about us? We should focus on ourselves. These are two groups in our community that I have been observing recently and I find it prescient to talk about them here today.

Songs:

Pedro Redentor - Andres Jimenez

A Puerto Rico - Andres Jimenez

El Pueblo Unido - Quilapayún

Mosaico de Plenas Patrióticas - Andres Jimenez

THIS IS THE FIRST EPISODE OF VOICE OF THE WATERLILY TO BE AVAILABLE IN VIDEO FORMAT.   Vidal Santiago Diaz was the most famous barber in Puerto Rico, he even authored a book about his trade, ‘El Texto de Barberia Practica y Cientifica’, but, that was before the October 30th, 1950 incident, that made him into a legend throughout the island. Salon Boricua was Barrio Obrero’s neighborhood centre; a constant hub of activity, music and fierce debates; hated by Luis Muñoz Marin, and constantly surveilled by the FBI. But why were this barber and his little shop hated so much? Well, Vidal was no regular barber, he was a nationalist, president of the Santurce Municipal Board of officers of the PNPR and Pedro Albizu Campos’ personal barber.  Listen to his-story here on Voice of the Waterlily.   Read it HERE   Watch it HERE Songs:   Mi Patria O Muerte Empieza — Andres Jimenez ‘El Jibaro’  Coño, Despierta Boricua — Andres Jimenez ‘El Jibaro’   Despierta Borincano — Bobby Capó

April 29th is Ray Barretto's birthday, so to celebrate him today we will be taking a closer look at his 1979 album Rican Struction. The album came after a difficult period in Barretto's artistic career and personal life. In 1972 Barretto released his first Latin Jazz album titled The Other Road, however it received very poor reception. The next year, 1973, 5 of the musicians from Barretto's band left to form Tipica 73 and two years later ray would suffer a terrible accident that left him unable to play for several years. In many ways Rican Struction was a comeback. The album had a strong percussive root while being experimental and very cutting edge. Barretto would record tunes such as 'Al Ver Sus Campos' in honor of don Pedro Albizu Campos, the classic bolero 'Piensa En Mi' and 'Adelante Siempre Voy' which signified Barretto's will to move forward in the face of adversity. Listen and learn about all this and more.

Album:

Rican Struction - Ray Barretto 1979

Benny Moré traveled the musical skies like a shooting star; here one moment gone the next. Rising from the poorest section of Santa Isabel de la Lajas Cuba he became a internationally known star known by many as ‘El Barbaro del Ritmo’ or by many as simply ‘El Benny’.  Bartolome Maxmiliano Gutierrez Moré was born on August 24, 1919 in La Guinea section of Santa Isabel de la Lajas, Cuba, the eldest of 18 children. His interest in music started early, he often sang, made his first instrument when he was 6 years old and created bands with his siblings. He left school in the fourth grade to cut sugarcane. When Bartolo was 17, he traveled to Havana for the first time, returning to his home town after 6 months. He soon returned to Havana with a guitar and a plan. Times were difficult for him as he tried to make a name for himself. His perserverance pais off when Conjunto Matamoros hired him as lead singer. In June of 1945 the group traveled to Mexico. Bartolo decided to stay, before they left the band members told him one thing; he needed to change his name. In Mexico Bartolo or Bartolome was a slang term for a donkey, not a great name for his artistic career. He chose the name Benny. Benny stood in MX for 7 years, making a name for himself around South America and the Caribbean but not in Cuba. Upon his returnt o his native land in April of 1952, he found himself working at radio stations again and slowly becoming known. He joined the badn of Ernesto Duarte Brito and his popularity began rise  After More discovered  Duarte Brito was not taking him to certain gigs because he was Black, he filed a complaint with RCA Victor - they ignored him- leading him to start his own band with the help of his cousin, the legendary Cuban Trumpet virtuoso, Chocolaté Armenteros. The band recorded their first song in November of 1953. ‘Manzanillo’ exploded and Benny became known throughout Cuba. Sadly Benny struggled with alcoholism and died of chirrosis of the liver at just 43 years old. Fidel Castro sent soldiers to carry his coffin and the island mourned the death of their greatest voice. Hear all this and more in this week’s episode,.  Preferi Perderte with Celia Cruz and Pete ‘El Conde’ Rodriguez  Songs: Que Bueno Baila Usted  with Conjunto Matamoros  Buenos Hermanos  Ofrenda Criolla  with Perez Prado  La Mucura  with Benny Moré's Banda Gigante  Manzanillo  Cienfuegos  Santa Isabel de la Lajas  Fiebre de ti  Rezo de la noche  Dolor y Perdon  Como Esta mi Conuco  Mata Siguaraya  Como arullo de palma  A Media Noche  Tumba Tumbadora  Maracaibo Oriental  De la rumba al cha cha cha  Bonito y Sabroso  No hay tierra como la mía  Preferi Perderte  Y hoy como ayer

As we celebrate women's history month, enjoy this first part of three episodes celebrating women in Latin music this month. This week will celebrate Puerto Rican artists through the years from the 1800's to the modern day; learn about the elders right up until today. 

Elisa Tavarez - un recuerdito

Victoria Hernandez/Rafael Hernandez -  Perfume de Gardenia 

Julita Ross - Tu y Yo

Graciela Rivera - No me beses mas 

Carmen Delia Dipini - Delirio

Sylvia Rexach - Olas y Arenas

Myrta Silva - Puerto Rico del Alma 

Ruth Fernandez - que cancion mas linda 

Lucy Fabrey - Primera Lluvia 

La Calandria - somos Boricuas

Blanca Iris Villafañe - Canalla

Lucecita Benitez - ven conmigo a la montaña 

Fe Cortijo - Bambolae

Yolanda Rivera - Borinquen 

La India/ Eddie Palmieri - Yemaya y Ochun (w/ prelude)

Victoria Sanabria - Yo No Me Voy 

iLe (with Eddie Palmieri) - Dejame Decirte

Latin Fever - La Mujer Latina 

At times I feel like I am loosing my sanity, like I can’t hold it together anymore, after all we can cannot normalize the times we are living through and what we are witnessing, this takes a massive toll on our minds and emotions and spirits. 

One of the things holding me together through all of this has been music. Especially revolutionary song, of all kinds. And that of course has me thinking about the power of revolutionary song and art of all kinds, the commercial music industry and how it tries to co-opt this expression of the people and the trap of “representation” in media and politics. This is what I want to talk about today. 

A Luis Emilio Recabarren - Inti Illimani

nuestro mensaje - Illapu

El Necio - Silvio Rodriguez

solo digo compañeros - Karaxú

El Pueblo Unido - Ventiscka

Frankie Dante (September 15, 1946- March 1, 1993)...his voice recognizable and his voice distinct. But more than his innovative arrangements and unconventional compositions , Frankie recorded relevant and socially conscious music that drove audiences wild. Tunes like 'Paz' stood in open opposition to war while in other compositions such as 'Ciencia Politica' decried the false promises and inaction of politicians. Unfortunately, record companies did not take kindly to these politically charged lyrics. Perhaps this is the biggest reason why we don't hear his name even mentioned in discussions of Salsa. Today, we'll be illuminating the life and work of this little recognized but phenomenal talented artist. 

Paz 

El Jibaro

Pa' Guaynabo

Atajala Se Acabo La Guerra 

La Cuna del Son

Los Rumberos 

El Quinto de Beethoven 

Me Quieren Crucificar 

Ciencia Politica 

Presidente Dante 

Whether he played the most traditional Cuban rumbas, odes to the Orishas, Charanga, Latin Jazz or even new takes on soul classics, Mongo Santamaria had a unique, easily recognizable, yet versatile sound. Today's show celebrates the life, music and legacy if this giant in Afro-Cuban percussion after the 20th anniversary of his passing and for the start of Black History Month.  

Sofrito 

Para Ti

Palo Mayombe 

Afro Blue 

Agua Limpia Todo

Wolenche for Chango

O' Mi Shango

Chano Pozzo

Columbia 

Watermelon Man 

Sittin' On The Dock of the Bay 

Sometimes Bread 

Saoco

Mambo Mongo

The horror in Gaza continues, people are killed by bombs, they are starved to death and massacred as they try to get flour to feed their families. In this time, sometimes we need poetry.

So we take a breath and read some poetry from one of the greatest to ever give us a look inside of the soul and mind of a poet; Pablo Neruda. There are so many lessons to be taken from his poems, so many feelings to be shared and an immense amount of insight! 

Chris Hedges' article about Aaron Bushnell: https://open.substack.com/pub/chrishedges/p/aaron-bushnells-divine-violence?utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web

Poems:

The day will come

Standard Oil Co.

United Fruit Co.

Do Not Ask Me

Ode to the atom

I will return

I call upon you

Point

The Victorious People

Songs:

Sobreviviendo - Illapu

Alcare el crit - Guillamino, Manuel Garcia

Before we start on today's show, REMEMBER: There is an ongoing genocide in Gaza! Well over 12,000 Gazans have been murdered. The level of horror and barbarity is unimaginable and unacceptable. Don't look away, don't stop talking, demand a CEASEFIRE! Palestine will be free! Join me today as I begin a series debunking myths and malicious propaganda that seeks to defame the legacy of revolutionary hero, Che Guevara. In this age where fake news can disseminate at lightning speed, and there is a war against education, knowing the truth of our history is essential. Today we will debunk the newly prevailing myth that Che Guevara was homophobic. So let's find out; did Che imprison gay people?

Ismael Rivera; El Sonero Mayor; Maelo: today we celebrate him after what would have been his 91st birthday. You'll hear about his work with Cortijo Y Su Combo, how Bobby Capó played a pivotal role in their success, how Ismael's mother Doña Margot composed hits such as "Maquinolandera' and you'll even get a personal perspective as Aurora Flores recounts he memories of Maelo. Tune in and celebrate his life and legacy! 

Songs:

• Las Caras Lindas 
• El Charlatan
• Ahi Na' Ma'
• Yo Soy del Campo
• Volare 
• Maquinolandera
• Con la punta del pie, Teresa 
• Mi Caballito
• Lejos de Ti
• Controversia
• Carimbo
• Witinila
• Traigo Salsa
• Las Tumbas 
• Lagrimas Puras
• Si Yo Pudiera Aconserjarte
• Hola
• De Medio Lao
• La Perla

Did you know the author of the original lyrics of 'La Borinquena' was a woman named Lola Rodriguez de Tio? Rodriguez de Tio was a poet, abolitionist, independence activist and strong proponent for women's rights in Puerto Rico. She also wrote that now famous line, often attributed to José Martí, "Cuba y Puerto Rico son dos alas del miso pajaro" (Cuba and Puerto Rico are two wings of the same bird). Learn about her here for women's history month! 

Songs: 

La Borinqueña - Rafael Alers 

La Borinqueña - Danny Rivera 

La Estrella Sola - Andres Jimenez 'El Jibaro'

Today’s show is in honor of Johnny Pacheco. He was a multi instrumentalist, arranger, composer, dynamic performer and founder of Fania Records and the Fania All Stars. But to me Pacheco is more than the sum of his phenomenal achievements, he is a visionary and a cultural warrior. Listen and enjoy as you hear all about his beginnings in music at 7 years old, how he started the Charanga craze and so much more! Chanchullo (with Tito Puente) Dance Mania 1957 Pacheco’s Descarga (with Charlie Palmieri) Pachanga 1960 El Guiro de Macorina Pacheco Y Su Charanga 1961 Pa’ los pollos Suavito 1962 Batachanga Suavito 1962 Dos Gardenias By Popular Demand 1966 Dakar Punto Final Cañonazo 1963 Recordando A Carmelina (feat. Pete ’El Conde’ Rodriguez) Los Compadres 1971 El Champolon (feat. Chivirico Davila) Viva Africa 1966 Cositas Buenas (feat. Pete ’El Conde’ Rodriguez) Tres De Cafe Y Dos De Azucar 1973 Fania All Stars Cha Cha Cha Delicate and Jumpy 1976 Guajira para los pollos California Jam 1980 Isla del Encanto Viva La Charanga 1986 Sale A Buscar (feat. Hector Casanova) Los Amigos 1979 Llegaste Tarde (feat. Pete ’El Conde’ Rodriguez) De Nuevo Los Compadres 1983 Ay Maria Elena(feat. Pete ’El Conde’ Rodriguez)  Celebracion 1989 Jicamo Y Salsa (feat. Melon Luis Silva) Llego Melon 1977 Lamento De Campesino (feat. Daniel Santos) Los Distinguidos 1979 Rico Changui (feat. Celia Cruz) Tremendo Cache 1975 Vida (feat. Celia Cruz) Celia, Johnny & Pete 1980 Corazon Herido (feat. Justo Betancourt) Los Dinamicos 1971 La Palabra Fin (feat. Rolando LaSerie) De Pelicula 1982

As we celebrate the centennial of Tito Rodriguéz, today's show will explore and celebrate the early years of his work. Today we'll hear about an important, formative and often overlooked period of Rodriguez's incredible career. 

Part 2 of my two part show on historical, social, spiritual and political consciousness in Latin Music. We will explore how Latin music has always told the story of the people, their struggles and their resistance.  Songs:  20 de Deciembre - Ruben Blades; Tiempos, 1999 La Fama -  Hector Lavoe; Reventó, 1985  Sobre Un Tumba Humilde - Cheo Feliciano; Sentimiento Tú, 1980 La Abolicion - Pete 'El Conde' Rodriguez; Este Negro Si Es Sabroso, 1975 El Tiburon - Ruben Blades and Willie Colon; Canciones Del Solar de los Aburridos, 1980 Caonabo -  Tite Curet Alonso; Aquí Estoy Con Un Poco De Algo, 1974 Agueybana Zemi -  Jerry Gonzalez; Ya Yo Me Curé, 1979 La Bendicion -  Ray Barretto; Contact, 1997 Tiempos -  Ruben Blades; Tiempos, 1999

Remembering Bobby Capó, 32 years after his passing. From his tear welling odes to Puerto Rico to his romantic Boleros and Cha-Cha-Chas; Bobby Capó remains one of the most beloved singers Puerto Rico has ever seen. You will hear all about his life and listen to some beautiful songs. Enjoy! Dime que si, dime que no; Bobby Capo Le Lo Lay - Bobby Capo Vuelve; Despierte Borincano  Ay Que Vergüenza Me Da; The Wonderful World Of Bobby Capó  Tapame Contigo; Invitation To Love  Rosa Rica  Soñando Con Puerto Rico;  Despierte Borincano Despierte Borincano;  Despierte Borincano Mi Borinquen; Despierte Borincano El Premio Mayor  Mi Boca Sin Tu Boca; The Wonderful World Of Bobby Capó  Llorando Me Dormi; Cronología  Piel Canela; The Wonderful World Of Bobby Capó  Muy Adentro Vincente Fernandez  Amor Eterno

Listen to a fascinating conversation about Rafael Cortijo featuring special guest Aurora Flores. You will learn about the beginnings of Cortijo y Su Combo con Ismael Rivera, which Cuban musician first greeted Cortijo at the Palladium, the role of Bobby Capó in the success of the band, and so, so much more. This is all intertwined with the powerful music of Cortijo!  Espero que disfruten mucho!  Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @voiceofthewaterlily Link to Maquino Landera (live) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LWLuxZ90YuQ

I will not stay silent when I see a genocide being committed before the eyes of the world. Photo by @motaz_azaiza Songs: El Derecho de Vivir en Paz - Victor Jara Sobreviviendo (live) - Illapu Guerra - Residente https://youtu.be/Zl_GlPquElI?feature=shared

Celebrating the music of the Fania All Stars 50 years after their ‘Live at the Cheetah’ Performance and 48 years after ‘Live at Yankee Stadium. We will talk about the history, how these performances came about and what happened At these iconic events  Songs played: Estrellas de Fania-Fania All Stars feat. Pete ‘El Conde’ Rodriguez, Adalberto Santiago, Santito Colon, Ismael Miranda and Hector Lavoe Anacaona - Fania All Stars feat. Cheo Feliciano Quitate Tú - Fania All Stars feat. Cheo Feliciano, Pete ‘El Conde’ Rodriguez, Santito Colon, Adalberto Santiago, Ismael Miranda, Hector Lavoe  Pueblo Latino - Fania All Stars feat. Pete ‘El Conde’ Rodriguez Que Rico Suena Mi Tambor - Fania All Stars feat. Ismael Miranda  Congo Bongo - Fania All Stars feat. Mongo Santamaria and Ray Barretto Closing Theme - Fania All Stars  NOTE: I DO NOT own rights any of the music used on this podcast. I in no way imply ownership of any media used during the duration of this program. 

I had a full circle moment recently. It was about this time last year, a cloudy day, drizzling.  I was wearing a wool sweater too, not the same one, but similar. I was moody and sad, both days. Last year, that day, I first listened to “Manifesto”, Victor Jara and I will say again, it changed my life. This past year has changed me as a person, and that moment when I first heard that beautiful voice and that guitar, I could feel the change. It was a song that I felt I had heard my entire life, yet a song I had never heard before. 

This year, I finally after having known about him for months, actually I first heard listened to Phil Ochs for the first time. And I had a similar reaction to “I ain’t marching no more”. I was struck by more than Ochs’ voice or the lyrics of the song, I was struck by poignant, relevant and sincere his music was. As I listened to more of his music, I was amazed at just how applicable they are to everything happening now, from US militarism, foreign policy, racism, western liberalism and revolution, all things Ochs sang about. I knew it was significant for me to come upon Ochs’ music at the time I did. I almost regretted that I hadn’t found his music just a tiny bit sooner, so I could have played his “Love me, I’m a liberal” on my recent show about Western liberalism.Today we will talk about Phil Ochs, his music, how it so perfectly talks about what is happening today and much more.

Songs:

What’s That I Hear 

Spanish lament 

Remember me 

Talking Vietnam blues 

Talking Cuban crisis

Too many martyrs

The thresher

I ain’t marching anymore 

Draft dodger rag 

Talking Birmingham Jam 

Here’s to the state of Mississippi 

There but for fortune 

I’m going to say it now 

Ringing of revolution 

Santo Domingo

Love me. Im a liberal 

Canons of Christianity. 

The war is over

Changes 

When I’m Gone 

"He made me ashamed of being ashamed", declared Bill Nieves when talking about the great Puerto Rican Cuatrista, Yomo Toro. This week's episode is a fascinating conversation between three amazing elders; Aurora Flores, Bill Nieves and Jose Mangual Jr. Thanks to Aurora, who set up both of these interviews, I was able to sit in on these amazing recounts of history and take it all in.  Bill Nieves, former producer of Yomo Toro's TV show, 'El Show De Yomo Toro', was able to recount his days working with Yomo intertwined with his amazing personal story. He speaks of Yomo with such love and respect and helps the listener get the idea of who Yomo was as a person.  We also had the privilege to speak with Jose Mangual Jr., an incredible musician, particularly percussionist. He recounts his experience recording the seminal Christmas  album 'Asalto Navideno'. He also talks about his musical influences, the role of Cortijo and a lot more. All of these fascinating stories are intertwined with music.  Asalto Navideño, recorded in 1971, was a seminal album that brought together the best of both worlds; a New York Latin sound and a traditional, authentic Puerto Rican Jibaro sound. The album featured the likes of Hector Lavoe, Yomo Toro, Milton Cardona, Profesor Joe Torres and Jose Mangual jr. and others. On the album you will hear styles such as aguinaldos, bombas, plenas and guaracha jibaras.  Enjoy the captivating conversation and amazing music.  Lechon De Cachete; This is one of Yomo's original compositions. Hector's use of Puerto Rican slang is amazing in this song. He uses the term "de cachete" which refers to something that you get for free. This goes back to the tradition of parrandas where musicians would go house to house during the holidays. People would invite them in and feed them, a tradition that has long standing in Puerto Rico, if you tried something like that in New York, someone would definitely call the cops on you.  Canto A Borinquen  Viva La Vida Contento Aires De Navidad  Traigo La Salsa 

I’ve been running into never ending problems with the western liberals recently, especially about the genocide in Gaza. This election cycle we are being presented with a supposedly democratic choice which is really no choice at all; between a racist, orange menace and maniac, or a genocide enabling geriatric psychopath. And the establishment is calling on us to chose between these two revolting individuals. Meanwhile the western liberals are telling us that we must vote for Biden, the genocide enabler and supporter. I want to unpack all this here today.

 Maria Teresa Vera...trovadora, composer, bandleader, guitarist and singer. She is often overlooked and undercredited despite her tremendous talent and contributions. Today's show will honor the legacy of this phenomenal musician. You'll hear about her childhood, early beginnings in music, collaborations  with Rafael Zequeira and Lorenzo Hierrezuelo and much more in this week's episode.  Lagrimas Negras  Pensamiento  Voluble  Ausencia  Con mi madre siempre La Rosa Roja Por que me siento triste  Cantares de Abakua  Veinte Anos  Las Perlas de tu Boca Dos Letras  Perdon  Arolla Cubano  Para que te recuerdas de mi

Did you know that Pedro Ortiz Davila, better known a Davilita, sang the first version of Rafael Hernandez’s tear welling ode to Puerto Rico, Lamento Borincano? Or that Davilita was an ardent supporter of the Partido Nationalista Puerto Rico, and he sang and composed songs in support of the island’s independence movement? The prolific and beloved vocalist worked with the likes of Rafael Hernandez, Pedro Flores, Daniel Santos and Felipe ‘La Voz’ Rodriguez. Though his name is scarcely mentioned today, and his contributions are often overlooked, Davilita’s voice is one that should be upheld and his contributions to Puerto Rican music should be more throughly examined. So that is what we’re doing on today’s show, learning about the life, legacy and music of Pedro Ortiz Davila, better known as Davilita.

Yo También Soy Boricua 

Canta Pajarito

Ansias Locas 

A Mis Amigos 

Vamonos a Borinquen Bella 

Hidalguia Boricua 

Guajira Guantanamera

Idilio

Al Paso

Recuerdo a Morel Campos 

Ya Es Muy Tarde 

Llanto Amargo

Sueño de Libertad 

Founded in 1965, Quilapayún quickly became one of the most important and pivotal folkloric groups in the Chilean Nueva Canción movement of the 60's. During a time of turmoil that paved the way for the 1970 election of Salvador Allende. Quilapayún sang of injustice and colonialism, speaking out against the Vietnam war and praising the worker. Despite having to flee the country after the violent coup of 1973, which ushered in 17 years of violence, terror and dictatorship, Quilapayún continued to sing. Now exiled in France, Quilapayún sang of freedom, justice and of the victims of the dictatorship, one being Chilean singer-songwriter and their former director - Víctor Jara. Quilapayún continues to be a voice of the people and one of memory. Link to playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4wksZt98CYWzCWXvAa2Jeq?si=3f194adcc0d44486

"Remember that our music is the most exciting and complex, and it puts you to dance, not to sleep!", Mr. Palmieri declared! Last week I had the greatest honor of meeting the incredible Maestro, musical genius and cultural icon, Eddie Palmieri, ahead of his performance at Keystone Korner. Words cannot describe how incredibly honored I was to have the privilege of meeting him. Not only did he share so many precious stories and memories, Mr. Palmieri spoke of how Aristotle influenced his work, the importance of socially conscious music and his studies with Bob Bianco. More than anything, I was truly honored by his kind words of encouragement. This was a truly unforgettable experience for me! Listen to this incredible conversation with a true musical genius! 

Special words of thanks to Aurora Flores and Eddie Palmieri II for making this happen! 

• Mi Congo Te Llama Medley Lucumi Macumba Voodoo 1978
• Yo Soy Mulato Mi Luz Mayor 2018
• Colombia Te Canto Lucumi Macumba Voodoo 1978
• Justicia Justicia 1969
• Idle Hands Harlem River Drive 
• Mi Mambo Conga (Mozambique) Mambo con Conga is Mozambique 1964

A journey into the life and music of Chilean nueva canción artist, journalist, novelist, playwright and poet Patricio Manns.

There is so much to talk about this week: an update to the Víctor Jara case, the genocide In Gaza continues and war criminal Henry Kissinger is finally dead!

We'll be taking a closer look at Kissinger's role in genocides around the world, the death, pain and suffering of millions and how his foreign policy continues to cause suffering today.

Songs:

El Derecho de Vivir en Paz - Víctor Jara

Knee Deep in the Big Muddy - Pete Seeger

Sobreviviendo - Víctor Heredia

Allende Presidente - Ángel Parra

Tres Versos Para Una Historia (live) - Illapu

El Derecho de Vivir en Paz - Musicx de Chile (et. al).

Celebrating the life and work of Cheo Feliciano for the 8th anniversary of his passing! You will hear about how Cheo got his start as a singer, his years with Joe Cuba, struggle with addiction, comeback in 1971 with his first solo album, ‘Cheo’ and much more. Listen to the story of this amazing artist and his phenomenal music.  https://voiceofthelily.water.blog/2019/05/09/remembering-the-inolvidable-y-irrepetible-cheo-feliciano/ Que Va feat. Joe Cuba Sextet 1963 Dichoso feat. Joe Cuba Sextet 1965 Callejero feat. Joe Cuba Sextet 1963  Esto es Guaguanco 1971 Si Por Mi Llueve 1971 Anacaona (live) 1985 Nacha 1976 Amada Mia 1980 Trizas 1982 Los Entierros 1979 Mirada de Amor 1974  Hay que mentir 1972 Es muy facil 1976 Que si cantaban bien 1999 Romantico  El Ciego  Por Nuestra Felicidad  Me Fascina esa Mujer  Te van a decir 2002 Hacerte Venir  Coincidencia 

 [Español abajo] Today's show celebrates Celina y Reutilio. Unfortunately the husband and wife duo did not achieve as much recognition as they should have after the response to the 1959 Revolution forbad anything and everything Cuban from the US. We will be exploring how they combined Musica Campesina with the music of Santeria, as well as learning about their lives and enjoying their phenomenal music. El show de hoy celebra a Celina y Reutilio. Desafortunadamente, el dúo de marido y mujer no logró tanto reconocimiento como debería después de que la respuesta a la Revolución de 1959 prohibiera todo lo cubano en los Estados Unidos. Exploraremos cómo combinaron la música campesina con la música de la santería, además de aprender sobre sus vidas y disfrutar de su música fenomenal. Que Viva Chango Tumba La Cana Agua Pa' Mi Hijo de Elegua Una Fiesta con Ochun Papa Boco Canto A Borinquen Pedacito de mi vida La Casa de Yagua Me Tenian Amarrao con P. Ta' Cinio Alborada Guajira Flores para tu altar

Today we are celebrating 2 years of the Voice of the Waterlily podcast.

Thank you to all who have listened, commented, messaged and expressed your support and appreciation, it really does means much to me!

link to playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1kjQiRrEPSjJrX4ZD3SohX?si=4a2f6a4bb02d4ef5&pt=85c0e043e8122c53a20f671432f4edc8

In part II of my 4 part show about ‘La Guarachera‘ Celia Cruz we will talk about Celia’s life and work in the 60’s, an often overlooked yet important part of her life. 

After Celia left Cuba on July 15, 1960, she and La Sonora went to Mexico where they encountered a booming market for Afro-Cuban music. A year later, Celia left to the LA Palladium and soon after traveled to New York where she settled with Pedro Knight, who she was now dating. Sadly in early April of 1962, Celia’s mother, who was still in Cuba, battling cancer, died. Celia was devastated. Later that day she had an engagement at the Puerto Rico Theater and she recalled crying behind the curtains between sets. Even through this difficult time, there were good moments, soon after, Celia was the first Latina to perfrom at Carnegie Hall and on July 14 of that year, she married Pedro Knight. In 1965, Celia left La Sonora, she had ended her contract with Seeco Records, which meant she couldn’t contniue to work with them. WHen they heard she was leaving, some of the band members even cried. In 1965, Celia released her first album with Tito Puente, now signed with Morris Levy’s  Tico. In all the duo recorded 8 albums, unfortunately none were big hits. Celia’s career wasn’t doing so well, the youth craved the sounds of Latin Soul and Boogaloo, dismissing Celia and Tito as “their parents music“. The late 60’s and early 70’s weren’t easy and she mostly worked in Mexico where she still had many fans. All this would change when Larry Harlow, with permission from Morris Levy, recorded ‘Gracia Divina’ for the first ever Salsa opera, Hommy which debuted at Carnegie Hall in 1973. Celia’s career launched to new heights. Hear all this and morwe in this week’s episode. 

Link to listen to Pa’lante. 

https://wpfwfm.org/radio/index.php (On Sundays 8-10 PM, hosted by Daniel del Pielago) 

Songs: 

• Amarra La Yegua  Son Con Guaguanco 1966 (with Tito Puente) 
• Lo Mismo Si Que No Son Con Guaguanco 1966(with Tito Puente) 
• Tinicue Cuba Y Puerto Rico Son 1966(with Tito Puente) 
• Me Acuerdo De Ti Cuba Y Puerto Rico Son 1966(with Tito Puente)  
• La Campeona Bravo 1967
• Su Majestad La Rumba Bravo 1967
• Bravo Bravo 1967
• La Jaibera Bravo 1967
• Con Una Sola Miradita Bravo 1967
• Esperaré Serenata Guajira 1968
• Cuando Sali De Cuba Serenata Guajira 1968
• Mi Treque, Treque La Excitante 1968
• Elegua Alma Con Alma 1970(with Tito Puente) 
• Mi Lindo Bohio Nuevos Exitos 1971
• AyAyAy Nuevos Exitos 1971
• Pa’ La Paloma Algo Especial 1972(with Tito Puente) 
• Gracia Divina Hommy 1973(with Larry Harlow)

Benny Moré traveled the musical skies like a shooting star; here one moment gone the next. Rising from the poorest section of Santa Isabel de la Lajas Cuba he became a internationally known star known by many as ‘El Barbaro del Ritmo’ or by many as simply ‘El Benny’.  Bartolome Maxmiliano Gutierrez Moré was born on August 24, 1919 in La Guinea section of Santa Isabel de la Lajas, Cuba, the eldest of 18 children. His interest in music started early, he often sang, made his first instrument when he was 6 years old and created bands with his siblings. He left school in the fourth grade to cut sugarcane. When Bartolo was 17, he traveled to Havana for the first time, returning to his home town after 6 months. He soon returned to Havana with a guitar and a plan. Times were difficult for him as he tried to make a name for himself. His perserverance pais off when Conjunto Matamoros hired him as lead singer. In June of 1945 the group traveled to Mexico. Bartolo decided to stay, before they left the band members told him one thing; he needed to change his name. In Mexico Bartolo or Bartolome was a slang term for a donkey, not a great name for his artistic career. He chose the name Benny. Benny stood in MX for 7 years, making a name for himself around South America and the Caribbean but not in Cuba. Upon his returnt o his native land in April of 1952, he found himself working at radio stations again and slowly becoming known. He joined the badn of Ernesto Duarte Brito and his popularity began rise  After More discovered  Duarte Brito was not taking him to certain gigs because he was Black, he filed a complaint with RCA Victor - they ignored him- leading him to start his own band with the help of his cousin, the legendary Cuban Trumpet virtuoso, Chocolaté Armenteros. The band recorded their first song in November of 1953. ‘Manzanillo’ exploded and Benny became known throughout Cuba. Sadly Benny struggled with alcoholism and died of chirrosis of the liver at just 43 years old. Fidel Castro sent soldiers to carry his coffin and the island mourned the death of their greatest voice.

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What I will be reading today is Vladimir Ilyich Lenin’s revisions to the party doctrine. Lenin had recently returned from exile at this point. He returned to Russia on April 16, a month after the Tsar’s abdication, after which he wrote the April Theses, where he raged against the provisional government as bourgeois and said that Russia was in the first stage of revolution, the next steps would need to include placing power in the hands of the proletariat. There’s a lot of other things that he calls for as well such as agrarian reform, the abolition of police and the wages of all officials to be the same as common workers, it’s overall an interesting set of directives. I mention it to place what I will be reading today in the context of the time. The Tsar was out of power, Russia was not yet communist, Lenin was back from exile, and the country was in turmoil, a lot of violence and uncertainty. Just a few months after this document was written, the October Revolution would take power and bring to power the first government based on the teachings of communism. Russia would become the first socialist country in the world. The first to go beyond the theory and take action. A grand experiment indeed. 

But why am I reading this today? And on’t I know about all the atrocities committed by the soviet union? Wasn’t Lenin a bad person, an evil dictator, a killer and a tyrant? According to many and mainstream media yes, according to historical evidence and research, not really. I’m not here to say the soviet union was communist utopia, it wasn’t. I’m not here to say the USSR never committed any atrocities, they certainly did. I’m not here to say things were done perfectly, they were not. What I am here to do is paint a picture of the intentions of someone like Lenin and show that an immense amount of good was done by the soviets. I think we should first remember that there was no democratic tradition in Russia, there was never a democracy there. It’s rather rich to call Lenin a dictator when the guy before him was a Tsar! If anything Soviet Russia was more democratic than anything that Russians had ever known before it. 

Today, we celebrate women in Latin Music; the stars, the trailblazers and the unheralded gems. Enjoy listening to Paulina Alvarez, Celia Cruz and Xiomara Alfaro as well as Aurora Flores and Zon del Barrio, Victoria Sanabria, Libertad LaMarque and so, so many others. Enjoy! 

• Serenata Jibara — Rafael Hernandez y su Cuarteto Victoria 
• Isora Club — Cachao (comp. Juana Coralia Lopez)
• El Panquelero — Paulina Alvarez 
• Babalu — Toña La Negra 
• El Dia Que Me Quieras — Libertad LaMarque
• Que Sabes Tú — Myrta Silva 
• Mienteme — Olga Guillot 
• Siboney — Xiomara Alfaro 
• San Lazaro — Celina y Reutilio 
• Hija de Algallu — Linda Leida 
•  Gracia Divina — Celia Cruz 
• Guaguanco Bembe — La Lupe 
• La Vida Es Un Sueno — Graciela with Mario Bauza 
• Raza Pura — Lucecita Benitez 
• Tata Candela — Canelita Medina
• La Guaracherna — Milly, Jocelyn y Los Vecinos 
• Con Un Solo Pie — Fe Cortijo with Rafael Cortijo
• Borinquen — Yolando Rivera with La Sonora Ponceana 
• Yemaya y Ochun — La India with Eddie Palmieri
• Yo No Me Voy — Victoria Sanabria 
• Como La Flor — Selena 
• Cortijo Su Apellido — Aurora Flores and Zon del Barrio. 
• La Voz De Experencia — Celia Cruz and La India 

In Part III of my four part celebration of Celia Cruz, after the 19th anniversary of her passing. In 1974, Celia recorded the pivotal album, 'Celia y Johnny' with the Dominican musical marvel, Johnny Pacheco. The album included hits such as 'Quimbara' and 'Toro Mata', quickly endearing her to yet another generation of fans. She even traveled to Zaire with the Fania All Stars and performed in front of 80,000 fans! Hear all this and more, in this week's episode! Songs: Quimbara (Live in Zaire 1974) El Paso de Mulo (with Johnny Pacheco) Celia y Johnny 1974 Tengo El Idde (with Johnny Pacheco) Celia y Johnny 1974 Tres Dias del Carnival (with Johnny Pacheco) Tremendo Cache 1975 Ritmo, Tambor y Flores (with Johnny Pacheco, Justo Betancourt, Papo Lucca) Recordando El Ayer 1976 El Yerbero Moderno  (with Johnny Pacheco, Justo Betancourt, Papo Lucca) Recordando El Ayer 1976 Raices (with La Sonora Ponceaña) La Ceiba 1979 Y Volveré (with La Sonora Ponceaña) La Ceiba 1979 Encantigo (with  Fania All Stars, Pete 'El Conde' Rodriguez) Commitment 1980 Herencia Africana (with La Sonora Matancera) Feliz Encuentro 1982 Nadie Se Salva de la Rumba (Ray Barretto, Adalberto Santiago) Tremendo Trio 1983

Celebrating the life and work of Felix Cahppottin. Chappottin is often compared to Louie Armstrong because of his virtuosity and Influence. He has influenced generations of Cuban trumpeters. Hear how he took over Arsenio Rodriguez’s work after he left Cuba, his rise to stardom and his influence that continues to this day!   Mariquitas Y Chicharrones  Yo Soy Tiburon  Quimbombo Rompe Saragüey  Micaela Me Boto Mi son, mi son, mi son Sazonando Mentiras Criollas Alto Songo Fue un espejismo  Camina y prende el fogon  Adversidad Bonito Y sabroso

Felipe Pirela, heralded as El Bolerista De America became adored throughout Latin America for his boleros.  Felipe Antonio Pirela Morón was born on September 4, 1941 in  Maracaibo, Venezuela He was the Youngest of 8 children. He started performing on radio. Some of Felipe's brothers and a few neighbors created a band called ‘Los Happy Boys’ when he was 13. They sang popular boleros made famous by Olga Guillot, Lucho Gatica ad Alfredo Sadel. In 1957, when Pirela was 16 years old, he was part of an ameatueur TV show in Caracas.  In 1959, he was hired by Los Peniques Orch. The job ended quickly because he was one of 5 singers in the band and he felt he wasn’t getting recognition. In 1960 Billo Frómeta created Billo’s Caracas Boys. Billo spoke with Edgar Pirela, Felipe's older brother who represented him and signed him June 14, 1960. He Debuted July 2 1960. He became very popular, very quickly and sold out performances wherever he sang. Billo helped him start his first solo work - El Bolerista De America. He soon after left the band. Tito Rodriguez offer him a job, however he turned down the offer. He recorded Un Solo Camino: Mexico, and became known as ‘El Bolerista de America’; soon after Felipe Pirela exploded throughout Latin America. Felipe was married to Mariela Montiel Prieto from 1964-1966. Their divorce was very bitter and rumors spread. This affected him deeply, he fell into a deep depression and because of this he went to Columbia, then the Dominican Republic and finally Puerto Rico. His depression led him to drug use and alcoholism.  On Sunday July 2, 1972 at 9 am he was murdered. Tragically he was dead by the time he arrived at the hospital. Luis Rosado Medina, a local drug dealer, was arrested 10 days later, said he killed Felipe because he owed him money. He was only 30 years old at the time of his death. Felipe was a bright star in the musical skies extinguished too soon, but he was not extinguished because his music lives on in our hearts to this day. Songs: Frenesi Somos Novios  Ese Bolero Es mio Cuando Vivas Conmigo Campanitas De Cristal No Adoro Amor Ciego Contigo Aprendi Y... Desde La Ventana De Mi Apartamento Esta Tarde Vi Llover De Ti Depende Dios  Imagenes  Un Cigarillo, La LLuvia Y Tú Yo No Soy Tu Amigo Yo Se Que Te Amo