Doris De La Torre - Tu Dominas - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

The highly prized late 1950's recordings of bolero singer Doris De La Torre, one of the leading figures of the InchFilinInch (Feeling) movement that swept the clubs of Havana in the late 1950's. Doris was the lead vocalist of Felipe Dulzaide's legendary Cuban combo, and she also played vibraphone and guitar. These rare solo recordings are highly sought after by Cuban music enthusiasts - few singers could match de la Torres highly sensual, rich, romantic delivery. Of interesting note is track 5 (InchAdaInch), in which Doris sings in a combination of Russian, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese and even Yiddish! The fine orchestra on these recordings was arranged and conducted by Maestro Eddy Gaytin, an accordionist, vibraphone player bandleader who was born in 1929 in Argentina, but who moved to Cuba in 1950. Other famed Cuban musicians who play on this recording are Felipe Yanez (piano), Orlando InchPapitoInch Hernandez (bass), Walfredo de los Reyes (drums), Jesus Caunedo (saxophone), Pablo Cano (guitar), Antonio Machado (congas) and Alejandro InchEl NegroInch Vivar (trumpet). All selections newly remastered. Album Tracks 1. Tu Dominas 2. En la Duda 3. Una Rara Sensacion 4. Imagenes 5. Ada 6. Asi 7. Anorado Encuentro 8. En la Imaginacion 9. No Me Culpa (Don't Blame Me) 10. Envenename los Labios 11. Me Recordaras 12. Criatura de Sol 13. Para Que Illusionarme

Doris De La Torre's rise to popularity in Cuba began with the group Los Armanicos, formed in 1956 and led by famed pianist Felipe Dulzaides, guitarist Pablo Cano and Felipe's brother, Javier, on vocals. When Javier left for America in late 1957, he was replaced by de la Torre. When the quartet recorded in 1958, in addition to Doris, Felipe and Pablo, the lineup included drummer Guillermo Barreto, Julio Fonseca on double bass and the trumpet of Luis Ortellado. These historic sessions produced some of the first recordings of what was to become known as the InchFilin'Inch or InchFeelingInch movement, spearheaded by de la Torre's sensuous vocalizations, adding a new depth of sophistication and nuance to the bolero form. This style was later popularized by such noted vocalists as Elena Burke, Rene Barios and Omara Portuondo. Presented here is InchImagenes,Inch a song written by the famed Cuban composer Frank Domiguez that would become the anthem of the InchFeelingInch movement, and de la Torre's signature song. One of the most moving pieces of music from the period of late 1950's Havana, InchImagenesInch features the haunting sound of a vibraphone contrasting a scorching vocal performance by the great Doris De La Torre. The B-side, InchAda,Inch is an interesting take on a Jewish folk song. Newly remastered.

The highly prized late 1950's recordings of bolero singer Doris De La Torre, one of the leading figures of the InchFilinInch (Feeling) movement that swept the clubs of Havana in the late 1950's. Doris was the lead vocalist of Felipe Dulzaide's legendary Cuban combo, and she also played vibraphone and guitar. These rare solo recordings are highly sought after by Cuban music enthusiasts - few singers could match de la Torres highly sensual, rich, romantic delivery. Of interesting note is the track InchAdaInch, in which Doris sings in a combination of Russian, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese and even Yiddish! The fine orchestra on these recordings was arranged and conducted by Maestro Eddy Gaytin, an accordionist, vibraphone player bandleader who was born in 1929 in Argentina, but who moved to Cuba in 1950. Other famed Cuban musicians who play on this recording are Felipe Yanez (piano), Orlando InchPapitoInch Hernandez (bass), Walfredo de los Reyes (drums), Jesus Caunedo (saxophone), Pablo Cano (guitar), Antonio Machado (congas) and Alejandro InchEl NegroInch Vivar (trumpet). All selections newly remastered. Album Tracks 1. Tu Dominas 2. En la Duda 3. Una Rara Sensacion 4. Imagenes 5. Ada 6. Asi 7. Anorado Encuentro 8. En la Imaginacion 9. No Me Culpa (Don't Blame Me) 10. Envenename los Labios 11. Me Recordaras 12. Criatura de Sol 13. Para Que Illusionarme 14. Si Alguien