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  • Summary: The third full-length release from Cuban mambo band Orquesta Akokán features a guest appearance by Carolina Oliveros.
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  • Record Label: Daptone
  • Genre(s): Jazz, Latin, International, Cuban Traditions, Mambo, Rumba, Afro-Cuban Jazz, Cuban Jazz
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  1. Jul 17, 2024
    80
    Orquesta Akokan aren't merely revivalists -- they create their own 21st century jazzy, polyrhythmic innovations, proving that mambo remains relevant musically, culturally, and spiritually.
  2. Jul 17, 2024
    80
    It captures the joy, complexity, and spirituality of mambo, making it both a tribute to the past and a beacon for the future. Whether you are a seasoned mambo aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, Caracoles is a must-listen, promising to lift spirits and inspire dance floors worldwide.
  3. Mojo
    Jul 17, 2024
    80
    It’s a non-stop cavalcade of chá-chá-chá (including flute worthy of Orquesta Aragón) and mambo that should bring any dancer out of their shell. [Sep 2024, p.92]