Like the Afro-Cuban goddess of love that this orchestra is named after, Ochún brings us the good things in life. A good Cuban cigar and a glass of the smoothest Cuban rum are hard to come by and must be slowly savored; so must we treat ourselves to the music of Ochún! It resonates with the music and song from the best orchestras and soloists Cuba has produced; Arcaño y sus Maravillas, Beny Moré, Orquesta Aragón, Sonora Matancera, Arsenio Rodriguez y su Conjunto and José Fajardo y su Orquesta, just to name a few. The musical styles: son, montuno, guajira, guaguanco, rumba and bolero are present here and are interpreted with a modern flair. Miguel Garcia’s lead vocals are superb – the quintessential voice of a fine Cuban cantante (singer); this is music you can dance to as well as listen to. The beautiful rhythms and songs of Cuba are re-born anew in Ochún’s music – it splashes on the soul as a fresh new sea wave. As is said in Cuba, “¡Esto no le falta nada – está entero!” (It’s not missing anything – it’s complete!). I highly recommend both of Ochún’s CD offerings, “Ochún” y “En el Año de Ochún”, they are a wonderful addition to any musical collection.

Man, what a CD!!! Musica Cubana con swing y alegria!!! Paul & Miguel, you guys out did yourselfs man!!! People, you must purchase this CD if you love cuban music! A very good rendition of Cuarto De Tula!! Keep it up. If you want to listen to Ochun online, check my station Soul Latino, click the link above and you can hear Ochun and many other greats!!!!