Pupy y Los Que Son Son - dance music Cuban style, Yoshi's 6-14-10

Dancing last night to Pupy y Los Que Son Son reminded me why I fell in love with Cuban music in the first place: it's all about making the dancers happy. No frills, no self-involved solos or see-who-can-play-more attitudes with this band. Pupy makes people feel good with rock-solid grooves, a trio of singers who take turns at the lead vocal role, and a solid group of young musicians with an absolutely positive vibe. Hanging out with Pupy the day after the first SF Yoshi's show reaffirmed my belief that he is one of the biggest sweethearts in all of Cuba. So humble, so genuine. Oh the stories we heard today...if the walls of that restaurant could talk we would have enough material for several books on a Who's Who of Cuban music...:-)

 Here is Yoshi's clip from opening night (Monday, June 14th) at the SF venue.




Here is a brief clip of yours truly jamming with the band - big fun!