Search - Jimmy Bosch :: Soneando Trombon

Energetic, original descarga

08/12/1999

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This album blew me away last year when it came out and I listened to it many a time. Bosch, of Puerto Rican descent, has been a session musician for qite a long time but this album represents the first time he's been at the helm. Many of the tunes build to irresistible, mesmerizing climaxes. The album shines with heart and sincerity and Jimmy and friends obviously had a great time doing it. You'd have to be arock not to feel moved by the anguish which comes through in Otra Oportunidad, about the death of Jimmy's brother from substance abuse. If you want more than the sappy romantic salsa that dominates the market these days, go for this fresh, inspiring album."

Very imaginative, cry-your-heart-out salsajazz!

01/15/1999

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This one is my current favorite, destinated to become a downright classic. The party begins when you read the liner notes. As opposed to the usual oblique remarks, this booklet tells a small but interesting story about the trombone. Step 2: put in the cd. Step 3: be as amazed as myself at JBs capacity to put on an irresistable groove AND at the same time never loose a detail ('Descargarana'). Duke Ellington comes to mind! What makes "Soneando Trombon" truly beyond the average salsa is the heartfelt cry at some of the songs. You really have to be a cynical drunk when you are capable of NOT getting touched by 'Muy Joven Para Mi' - and that is just one example. Last christmas I saw Bosch and his 'devastating' (LA Times) Orquesta in Antwerpen, Belgium. It was sensational. Instead of the irritating in-your-face happy/happy/joy/joy-ness of which some salsa-bands can't escape from, Bosch Y Su Orquesta puts the groove where it belongs: in the heart. The question remains: why don't you hear this wonderful cd in the clubs? The truth is out there, dj's! "Que ago ahora! Que ago ahora!" "No Importa lo que diga la gente!""

Phenomenal brass & percussion section ignite this recording

ofershimrat@compuserve.com | San Diego, California | 09/26/1998

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Recently in concert in downtown San Diego opening for Willie Colon, Jimmy Bosch and his band of intensely gifted musicians brought the house down with their incredible triple harmonies on trombone, trumpet and baritone sax as well as a spectacular percussion section. Tireless performances by the congas, timbales and bongos coupled with the underlying bass is like hearing Ray Barreto with Cachao and Roberto Roena with Manny Oquendo all at once. Multiple encores at the concert finally led Jimmy Bosch to guest perform on Willie Colon's entire set. Tremendous !!"