Review by Dj La Coquì (Ivette Fuentes)
After his many successful years on the salsa scene, the title of the new production “The Godfather of Salsa” comes well-deserved for Andy Montañez. In my own opinion, Andy’s strong voice has remained the same over the years. I have some favorite tracks on this CD, like “Montanez Pa’ Rato,” and “Fruto que da,” which features the awesome voice of Hernán Olivera, and “Rubio Blanco y Prieto” with El Canito. On his latest recording, the great Andy Montañez invited a new generation of salsa musicians, such as Aymee Nuviola, Hernán Olivera, Hector Giovanni Rivera and Miguel Rodriguez, “El Canito De Sabana Seca.” What a great combination of voices! In addition, Montañez’s sons, Andy and Harold, accompany him on the track “Montañez Pa’ Rato,” which talks about the musical history and career of the Montañez family, as well as what they have in store for us in the future. This recording was put together by one of the best arrangers, producers, and directors, El Señor Julito Alvarado, who is joined by some of Puerto Rico’s finest musicians. In short, if you are an Andy Montañez aficionado, go out and get this CD; you will not be disappointed. However, if you are not a big fan of duets, this CD may not be for you.
Song titles include: Mi Prueba De Fuego Me Sabe A Azucar Fruto Que Da - Feat. Herman Olivera En Las Nubes Montañez Pa' Rato - Feat. Andres Montañez Y Harold Montañez Te Amo Tanto Nueva Generación - Feat. Hector Giovani Rivera Ese Amigo Soy Yo - Feat. Carlos Manuel Taino Celos - Feat. Juan Garcia Rubio, Blanco Y Prieto
Musicians include: Richard Trinidad Piano Carlos Martinez Bajo Pedro Pérez Bajo Charlie Sierra Timbal & percusion menor William Kachiro Thompson Conga Angel Garcia Bongó Julito Alvarado Trompetas José Berrios Raymundi Trombón Eliut Cinton Trombon Roberto Calderón Baritono sax Ruben Rios Flauta Primi Cruz Coro Wichie Camacho Coro Darvel Garcia Coro Guests: Aymee Nuviola Herman Olivera Andres Montañez Harold Monañez Héctor Giovani Rivera Carlos Manuel, Juan Garcia, El Canito
