Israel López, better known as Cachao was the co-creator of mambo, bandleader, double bassist, composer, and arranger. One of his and his brother Orestes’ greatest innovations was Mambo; livening up a classical Danzon, with afro-Cuban rhythm, as Cachao termed it “turning the ship 180˚”. You'll hear all about this and more in this week's episode. 

Songs:

Sorpresa de Faluta

El Niño Toca el Tres 

Controversia de Metalles

Isora Club

Descarga Cachao

Buenaventura 

Ko Wo Ko Wo

At Ti No Te Falta Nada 

Mi Guajira