Name of Group: Ensalada De Pulpo. Performance: Willie's Steak House; Members: Mr. Gilbert Colon-Piano. ( Protégée of Mr. Charlie Palmieri )While waiting for the extraordinary rythmic melodies of the band to start , I noticed new blood setting up. Mr. Eric Velez was organizing his three congas on the lower part of the stage, Mr. Danny Mendez was tuning his bongos and setting up his cow bells, Mr. Ray Martinez ( Grupo Criollo ) was placing his bass and amp on stage, and much to my surprise the person setting up the timbales was none other than Mr. Luis Quintero ( first appearance at Willie's .

The band launched three sets of unbridled creativity. These new elements compounded with the band to create an explosive mix cohesive jams. Such raw intensity, the rhythms, the solo's, a truly amazing display of sofrito criollo that culminated in one of the best guisos, around. Add to this the legendary (Willie's very own), Mr. Dave Valentin (Grammy Award Winner ), whom just happened to be in the wings... A guest appearance?  You know it!  Ever the performer Dave graciously joined the band and the sounds of the flute filled the crowded room, he later went on to play other instruments and took a solo on the timbales....  Versatile and unique; very much so.

Once again the contagious passions of a Wednesday night at Willie's re-energizes us just thee right amount to last us until the next week. What, whom and from where will our next artists acknowledge from ? Once again it's been a pleasure . Take a chance and join us on a Wednesday, you'll never forget it. From the House of Latin Jazz in the Bronx - Willie's (I would gladly acquaint you with our surroundings) . Until next time , let it be your time, Bye .

Elvin Acosta/ Enbreve.com

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