Send us a textEpisode 56: Luisito Ayala l In this captivating episode of Mambo in the City, host Adrian Montanez sits down with the legendary Luisito Ayala, the musical powerhouse behind The Puerto Rican Power. Established in the 1970s, this iconic orchestra has shaped the salsa landscape,...

Send us a textReady to get lost in the rhythm of Latin percussion? Legendary Latin percussionist Eric Velez steps into the spotlight in this Part 2 episode, taking us back in time to his early days with Marc Anthony's band, the thrill of performing at iconic clubs, and ultimately making the...

Send us a textEric Velez is one of the most respected Latino percussionists of his generation. He is of Puerto Rican descent, and was born and raised in the Bronx, New York. Eric learned to play congas, bongos, and timbales at the young age of three with the assistance of his brother. His first...