Morning Becomes Eclectic
Morning Becomes Eclectic playlist: January 21, 2026 (A persian pop song dedicated to the resilience of Iran)
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Orquesta Akokán
Orquesta Akokán is a deeply soulful mambo ensemble straight out of Cuba. Signed to famed Brooklyn label Daptone Records, the band’s high energy music is both thrilling and timeless.
Orquesta Akokán is a deeply soulful mambo ensemble straight out of Cuba. Signed to famed Brooklyn label Daptone Records, the band’s high energy music is both thrilling and timeless.
Orquesta Akokán is a deeply soulful mambo ensemble straight out of Cuba. Signed to famed Brooklyn label Daptone Records, the band’s high energy music is both thrilling and timeless.
Musicians:Jose “Pepito” Gomez – Lead VocalsCesar Lopez – Alto Saxophone / FluteJamil Schery – Tenor SaxophoneEvaristo Denis – Baritone SaxophoneHarold Madrigal – TrumpetReinaldo “Molote” Melian – TrumpetYoandy Argudin – TromboneJacob Plasse – Tres Guitar/ ProducerMichael Eckroth – Piano / ComposerDavid Faya – BassRoberto Jr Vizcaino Torre – Percussion (Conga)Reinier Mendoza – Percussion (Bongo)
Technical support:Mario Diaz – Recording EngineerDanya Bloom – Sound Intern
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