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Voice of the Waterlily- Our Stories
By Anani KaikeHistory
Voice of the Waterlily- Our Stories episodes
- Ep. 70 Davilita: Songs of Independence and Resistance
Did you know that Pedro Ortiz Davila, better known a Davilita, sang the first version of Rafael Hernandez’s tear welling ode to Puerto Rico, Lamento Borincano? Or that Davilita was an ardent supporter of the Partido Nationalista Puerto Rico, and he sang and composed songs in support of the island’s independence movement? The prolific and beloved vocalist worked with the likes of Rafael Hernandez, Pedro Flores, Daniel Santos and Felipe ‘La Voz’ Rodriguez. Though his name is scarcely mentioned today, and his contributions are often overlooked, Davilita’s voice is one that should be upheld and his contributions to Puerto Rican music should be more throughly examined. So that is what we’re doing on today’s show, learning about the life, legacy and music of Pedro Ortiz Davila, better known as Davilita.
Yo También Soy Boricua
Canta Pajarito
Ansias Locas
A Mis Amigos
Vamonos a Borinquen Bella
Hidalguia Boricua
Guajira Guantanamera
Idilio
Al Paso
Recuerdo a Morel Campos
Ya Es Muy Tarde
Llanto Amargo
Sueño de Libertad
46 min - Ep. 69 Guaracha, Bolero and everything in between: Vicentico Valdés
Many of us know his recognizable and sentimental voice from his work with Tito Puente. And his later collaborations with Bobby Valentin and the hits that came from it, such as ‘derroche de felicidad’ and ‘conversacion en Tiempo de bolero’ cemented his status as a legend. Max Salazar even termed him “one of Latin America’s most popular vocalists, at times considered number one”. He certainly made a deep mark on Latin Music and displayed an incredible versatility, showcasing his sensational voice. That’s right, I’m talking about none other than the one and only Vicentico Valdes.
La Gloria Eres Tu
Abaniquito
Dulce con Dulce
Guaguanco en Tropicana
Los Aretes de la Luna
Lo Añoro
Tus Ojos
Como Arullo del Palma
Ponte a la Moda
Derroche de felicidad
Todo Eso y Mas
Qué Sabes Tú
Conversación en Tiempo de Bolero
Cuando Te Deje de Querer
Cuando te fuiste de mi
Yo También Canto a Borinquen
Me Faltabas Tú
El Ultimo Café
1 hr 8 min - Ep. 68 Remembering Tito Rodriguez: The Early Years
As we celebrate the centennial of Tito Rodriguéz, today's show will explore and celebrate the early years of his work. Today we'll hear about an important, formative and often overlooked period of Rodriguez's incredible career.
1 hr 5 min - Ep. 67 Celebrating the Generations: A New Years Special
Welcome back to Voice of the Waterlily and thank you for joining me today, for my second ever New Years Special. This year's theme is "celebrating the generations" and I hope that I can present something for everyone; the music that our ancestors loved and the music we love.
El Torbellino - Rafael Alers
Mascaras Alegres - Rafael Hernandez
Tristes Recuerdos - Rafael Hernandez
El Dia Que Me Quieras - Carlos Gardel
Errante y Bohemio - Arsenio Rodriguez
Me Voy Contigo - Chappottín
Nague - Machito and his AfroCubans, Miguelito Valdés
Despedida - Daniel Santos, Pedro Flores
Manzanillo - Benny Moré
La Cumbanchera de Belen - Celia Cruz, Sonora Matancera
Borinquen - Cesar Concepcion, Joe Valle
Lo Que Vale Una Boricua - Chuito el de Bayamon
Karacatis Ki - Mon Rivera
Soy Hijo de Siboney - Johnny Pacheco, Pete 'El Conde' Rodriguez
Que Me Castigue Dios - Celeste Mendoza
Mi Borinquen - Bobby Capó
Que Se Sepa - Roberto Roena
Inolvidable - Tito Rodriguez
Sorongo - Rafael Cortijo
Bembe Pata Pata - La Lupe
O Mi Shango - Mongo Santamaria
Pastime Paradise - Ray Barretto, Tito Puente, Charlie Palmieri
Ahora Si - Sonora Ponceña, Yolanda Rivera
Agueybana Zemi - Jerry Gonzalez
Lullaby of Birdland - Tito Puente
Permiso que llego van van - Los Van Van
El Belen - Grupo Afro Boricua
Mi Barrio - Andres Jimenez 'El Jibaro'
Everything is Everything - Eddie Palmieri
2 hr 47 min - Ep. 66 Harmonies and Requinto Guitars: Remembering Trio Los PanchosTheir harmonies, requinto guitars and collaborations with the likes of Javier Solis, Johnny Albino and Eydie Gorme endeared them to a generation. For their time they were even some of the best selling Latino artists. Wether they sang of a far off homeland or the nostalgia of a lost love, they communicated deep feelings that we relate to on the deepest level.Listen and Enjoy1 hr 12 min
- Ep. 65 Celebrating the Talent of Toña La Negra
Today's show celebrates the life and talent of Mexican singer Toña La Negra. Born Antonia del Carmen Peregrino Álvarez on November 2, 1912 in Veracruz, Mexico, Toña's career launched to new heights when she met Agustin Lara and made a hit of his composition 'Enamorada'.
Learn about all this and more in today's episode.
Songs:
Ay Cariño
Tu Me Acostumbraste
Que Sabes Tu
Obsesion
Lamento Borincano
Campanitas de Cristal
Deselvo de Amor
Babalu
El Panquelero
Reina Africana
Llanto de Luna
Amor Perdido
Amor
Noche de Ronda
Escarcha
Mujer
Ausencia
Y Sin Embargo Te Quiero
Rosa
59 min - Ep. 64 Often overlooked, yet immensely talented: MeñiqueToday's show celebrates this unique, multitalented yet often overlooked Panamanian vocalist whose work includes albums with Charlie Palmieri and Tito Puente. Listen, learn about his life and music and celebrate his legacy one year after his passing.Songs:Mi Tierra Lejana (with Charlie Palmieri)Niña y Señora (with Tito Puente)Vengo Potente (under artistic direction of Tito Puente)Angelitos Negros (under artistic direction of Tito Puente)Ya No Hay Amistad (with Santito Colon)Santa BarbaraGuanica y YaucoDe Panamá A Borinquen (with Charlie Palmieri)Con Salsa y Sabor (with Charlie Palmieri)Tributo a Pedro Flores (with Charlie Palmieri)Tiene Sabor (with Charlie Palmieri)No Puedo Mas (with Charlie Palmieri)1 hr 10 min
- Ep. 63 Frankie Dante: Singing for Peace and Social Change
Frankie Dante (September 15, 1946- March 1, 1993)...his voice recognizable and his voice distinct. But more than his innovative arrangements and unconventional compositions , Frankie recorded relevant and socially conscious music that drove audiences wild. Tunes like 'Paz' stood in open opposition to war while in other compositions such as 'Ciencia Politica' decried the false promises and inaction of politicians. Unfortunately, record companies did not take kindly to these politically charged lyrics. Perhaps this is the biggest reason why we don't hear his name even mentioned in discussions of Salsa. Today, we'll be illuminating the life and work of this little recognized but phenomenal talented artist.
Paz
El Jibaro
Pa' Guaynabo
Atajala Se Acabo La Guerra
La Cuna del Son
Los Rumberos
El Quinto de Beethoven
Me Quieren Crucificar
Ciencia Politica
Presidente Dante
1 hr 1 min - Ep. 62 The Two Titos: Taking a closer look at the legendary Mambo Era feud between Tito Puente and Tito Rodríguez
In today's show we will be taking a closer look at the legendary feud between Tito Puente and Tito Rodriguez. The Two Tito's engaged in a heated rivalry from Mambo's heyday in the 1950's until Rodriguez's untimely death in 1973. The battle raged on as rumors circulated, however José Curbelo's fateful creation of his booking agency, Alpha Artists, accelerated the conflict to new heights. Curbelo, after cancelling Rodriguez's contract, managed to blacklist him from the Latin Music scene. The blockade lasted until Rodriguez released Inolvidable (1963) and made hi triumphant return to the scene. Hear about all this and more, in this week's episode!
Songs:
Sabroso Mambo
Mambo Diablo
Cha Cha Cha Para Ti
Tito's Cha Cha Cha
Mama Güela
Mambo With Me
El Pañuelo
El Güiro de Macorina
Inolvidable
Cualquier Cosa
Mirame Mas
Avisale A Mi Contrario
El Palo
La Batea
Pa'lante
Besar
Tus Ojos
1 hr 33 min - Ep. 61 El Cantante del Amor: The Unheralded Talent of Vitin Avíles
Though he is often unmentioned Vitin Aviles made a name for himself working with the likes of Tito Puente, Charlie Palmieri and Tito Rodriguez. His voice can be heard on hits such as "La Hija de Lola" and "El Sedante de Rumba" as well as more obscure recording of boleros such as "Vete". Today's show celebrates this overlooked sonero and bolerista.
Songs
Dime que quieras de mi
Guaguanco en tropicana
El Panquelero
No Puedo Vivir
El Cantante del amor
Te quiero a ti
Tierra Nuestra
Sacale el cuerpo
Dale cara a tu dolor
compay salsa
El mundo esta bien, el loco soy yo
cimientos
la canasta
es tarde ya
vete
te me vas
esta lluvia
no me pises en el suelo
1 hr 21 min
About Voice of the Waterlily- Our Stories
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A class conscious exploration of history, music and culture, especially focused on Latin America.
Anti-colonial, anticapitalist, socialist perspectives.
New episodes every Saturday.
Host: Anani Kaike
Co-contributor: Comrade Hatuey
NOTE: I DO NOT own rights any of the music or third party content used on this podcast. I in NO way imply ownership of any media used during the duration of this program. ALL RIGHTS AND CREDIT GO DIRECTLY TO RIGHTFUL OWNERS. The use of any third party content is solely for criticism, commentary and research purposes.