Darian Cunning - lead guitar, vocals Tony Cintron - Percussion, Timbales Johnny Durkin - congas Carlos "Go Go" Gomez- Bata, Ricardo Reyes - rhythm guitar, lead vocals Tony Senes - keyboards, accordion, vocals Christopher Stanley - drums Juan Carlos Vega - bass guitar Obanilu Ire Allende- Congas, Inspiracion
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COSMIC JIBAROS: Yo Soy Del Mundo
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ji..ba..ro n. A Puerto Rican native peasant worker whose blood has derived from the colonial Spanish, local Indigenous, and African slave.
cos..mic adj. Infinitely or inconceivably extended; vast.
Cosmic Jibaros have redefined the Latin rock band, building from Latin and Caribbean rhythms, adding funked up guitars and accordion flourishes to achieve a sound both cross-cultural and highly danceable.
The emphasis is on structured songs that build to pulsing, sweaty heights, performed by skilled musicians drawing on backgrounds as diverse as: gospel (drummer Christopher Stanley); latin pop and jazz (timbale/percussionist Tony Cintron); rock (bassist Juan Carlos Vega); funk (conga player Johnny Durkin); pop-rock (keyboard player/accordionist Tony Senes); and afro-beat, soul and jazz (guitarist Darian Cunning).
Laced with social and political overtones, the songs are primarily in Spanish. As lead singer, charismatic front man Ricardo Reyes performs with sincerity and tremendous stage presence, pouring his emotions into the songs to make the heart beat faster.
The irresistible pull of traditional bomba beats, inter-played between the congas and timbales, are mixed with modern deep drum and bass and effects-laden guitar. Accented by passionate vocals, stirring lyrics and floor-shaking percussion, the beats and grooves draw audiences forward to move their hips, whatever their age or ethnicity. The seven-piece group is equally at home performing in a rock venue, a festival stage or an intimate club in Spanish Harlem club.
..Still grounded in rock, but with a hypnotic rhythm, partially sung in English and part in Spanish, The Cosmic Jibaros appeal to a wide audience who wants to feel, and not just hear, their music...
- Brita Brundage, Fairfield County Weekly
Gosh darnit!!! i just realized I missed you guys today. Man that sucks. I knew i forgot something to do It was such a perfect day to hang out outside too, hope you guys had a good event not that you ever do. I'll make sure I don't miss the next event in my area at Too Boots. Take care guys.
Beautiful sun shiny day & I'm chillaxin to Cosmic Jibaros 'Yo Soy Del Mundo' Pure Joy thanks for the gift of music looking forward to the new Cd. Abrazos
Hi Cosmic Jibaros: Thanks for adding us. You are invited to visit us and listen to new song previews from "After Hours" including our latest news blogs. Cool tunes and profile at your page. Continued success in your upcoming shows. Have a great week! Sincerely, Jean Cabbie & The Secret Admirer Society
