Cuban singer songwriter Alex*Cuba released “Agua Del Pozo” on September 22nd, and it’s full of the unique Cuban soul-rock that one expects from this Cuban-Canadian transplant. Alex*Cuba may be residing in cold, dreary Canada but his Artemisa, Cuban roots are clearly defined in his romantic guitar riffs and tantalizing vocals. “Agua del Pozo” will transport you to the busy streets of Cuba, cruising in an old 50’s Ford Thunderbird with the top down, smoking a cigar with the Habana breeze blowing through your hair.
Alex*Cuba is no stranger to music, his first time on stage was at age four playing claves (a percussion instrument) on national TV with his music instructor dad. Alex*Cuba went on to study guitar, tres, percussion and bass and won a National Song Writing Competition in Cuba when he was the ripe age of 18. All good things come in twos, and so does Alex*Cuba who has a twin brother, Adonis, also a musical prodigy. The brothers formed a group called The Puentes Brothers and recorded an album titled Morumba Cubana that was nominated for a Juno Award for World Music in 2001, and won a West Coast Music Award and a Canadian Independent Music Award.
Now Alex*Cuba is going the solo route, departing from traditional Cuban music norms and mixing a little soul-rock right into his musical palette. The result is a sexy rock that will surely calm you down after a tough day.
The single from “Agua del Pozo” is “Amor Infinito” which was the ITunes Single of the week early in January. Although “Agua del Pozo” has been available on iTunes it has never been available in-stores or on other music services in America. The special international version features two unreleased tracks “Pide Un Deseo” (Make A Wish) and “En Armonia” (In Harmony), and will be released on Alex’s own Caracol Records, distributed by EMI/Caroline Distribution.
The release on iTunes will also feature a digital booklet. Alex starts his U.S Tour beginning in late September through October. If you’re not in the U.S. or already have the album, you’ll still be able to purchase the additional tracks on iTunes.
Listening to “Agua del Pozo” will leave you feeling peaceful and refreshed, something you don’t get too often with artists today. Alex*Cuba breaks language barriers by writing music that speaks to the heart and soul, not tied to a specific tongue. He also has a playful side, evident on his website where you can go upload a picture of yourself and "Get your 'Fro on"...Fun times! :)
Pick up a copy of “Agua del Pozo” today and start your journey into Cuban soul-rock with Alex*Cuba!
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