Album Notes

Picoso has stepped up their game yet again, in Mas Picao, their third release. A fine example of live Latin crossover, the album smoothly shifts between a classic salsa vibe reminiscent of the golden era of the 70s (think Fania) into a more modern yet organic take on cumbia, a refreshing live perspective on reggaeton that hints of bomba, and then takes it back to the roots of son and even a little rumba guaguanco to bring it home. Mas Picao is a party from start to finish, and Picoso has done a fine job bringing the fiesta that is their live show into the studio. With 9 original tracks, it is a pleasure to see this fiery young band continue to mature and to bring both innovation and tradition to the genre.