http://www.summerstage.org/index1.aspx?BD=20532Taj Mahal
Skatalites
Los Pinguos
Sunday, July 27, 2008
From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Central Park SummerStage
Legends of ska and blues come together for a special concert celebrating the 15th Anniversary of Putumayo World Music.
“Blues Legend” is the only two words to describe Taj Mahal. His 40-year career has touched every corner of entertainment: he has collaborated with such diverse artists as Ry Cooder, Fats Domino, Etta James, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, and Danny Glover. His evocative creations have been used in countless film scores, plays and spoken word projects.
For over 30 years, the Skatalites have been playing reggae infused with rock and energy to create Ska. Inarguably the most famous collective of the genre, the Skatalites have toured all over the world. They re-formed in 2006 to record 11 new tracks for their new album, On the Right Track. In 2007 the Skatalites collaborated with Ben Harper on “Be My Guest,” a fundraiser for musicians impacted by Hurricane Katrina.
One critic called Los Pinguos the “South American version of The Beatles.” A talent scout recommended they audition for The Next Big Band and since winning; their music has since appeared on several TV shows and films.
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