Danzoneando - 4 de abril 2026

·54 min·5 clips

Héctor Luis Carmona reveals how danzón inspires songs that aren't strictly danzón, starting with a danzón-touched track by Javier Solís.

The episode Danzoneando, hosted by Héctor Luis Carmona Andrade from Radio Más in Veracruz, focuses on danzón's cross-genre influence. It opens with the host explaining that danzón inspires songs that aren't strictly danzón, introducing the theme of musical transformation. The first track is Javier Solís's 'Pobre de mí' with a danzón arrangement, noted as a departure from his typical ranchera style. Next, Doris and the Pregoneros del Recuerdo perform 'Nunca', blending bolero and son with danzón elements from Veracruz. A standout moment is the fusion of danzón with hip hop by Control Machete, featuring Cuban musicians Rubén González and Cachaito López, aimed at younger audiences. The host then plays Paquita la del Barrio's 'Sabor de Engaño', a bolero with danzón touches, reflecting on themes of heartbreak. Gloria Estefan's 'No hay mal que por bien no venga' from her album 'Mi Tierra' is highlighted as a song heavily influenced by danzón rhythms. After a break, the episode shifts to modern interpretations, featuring Emilio Osorio's track 'Danzón', which gained popularity during the pandemic. Fernando de la Mora's romantic song 'Pensamiento' from his album 'Danzón' is played, showcasing danzón in classical contexts. The Pregoneros del Recuerdo are revisited with 'Deuda de Amor', emphasizing their status as a Veracruz musical institution that consistently incorporates danzón. The episode closes with Armando Garzón's 'Se Fue', praised for its vocal and musical accompaniment, before the host summarizes how danzón thrives across various rhythms today. The program airs weekly on Saturdays at 11 AM, promoting danzón's enduring appeal.

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