Sofrito Mongo Santamaria, conducted by Michael Mossman

Sofrito a song by Neal Creque arranged by Michael Mossman.
Solos by Yuliesky Gonzalez and Andy Hunter.

Recording november 2018
Produced By Jeroen Kleijkers
Recording: Maarwegstudio 2 Cologne
Mix and Mastering by: Christian Heck

To capture the vibe of a live recording as much as possible, only one or two takes of every song were recorded during the one-day recording session.
We hope you feel like you’re in the room with us.

Coros
Yma America
Javier Plaza
Trumpets
Yuliesky Gonzalez
Dave Vreuls
Daniel Vanderhoydonks
Antoine Collin
Trombones
Andy Hunter
Jeroen Kleijkers
Saxes
Jorre Reynders
Moritz von Kleist
Shawn Spicer
Piano
Thomas Böttcher
Bass
Juan Camillo
Timbales
Daniel Hahnfeld
Congas/Guiro
Leonid Hernandez
Bongo/Campana
Reniz Mendoza

[mambisimobigband]

Hey all, we're back with a full album releasing this week! Very excited to announce that we went to the same studio last fall to record 7 more arrangements from the hand of Michael Mossman, who lead the project again.


Let us know what you think and if you know some nice places to play live in your area in the comments!

And oh yeah, there are again solo's from Andy and Yuliesky again for you to discover... ;)

[ahmedajabi]

this trumpet solo is one of the most beautiful latin solos I've ever heard. So soulful!!!

[GTMOKID]

It's funny how so many Latin tunes have some food theme intertwined in the lyrics. Sofrito, manteca, salsa, azucar, on and on. What can I say, the aromas of spices and tasting of foods are so much a part of our culture. I Love it.

[jaegertiger]

LOVE how the horns SIT on the BACK OF THE BEAT, while the percussion holds the the rhythm absolutely steady !!
Such a powerful performance

[neysax]

The trumpet and Trombone Solo is so outstanding their articulation on the notes are just Mind Blowing....

[kaalima]

The trombonist reaction on the trumpet solo is priceless!! 🔥

[drchristiamsuarez]

Cuando era joven aprendí a tocar el saxo con la ilusión de interpretar sofrito. De lejos esta es la mejor versión que he podido deleitar. Felicitaciones y gracias por compartir semejante arreglo.

[thedevil]

The trumpet solo is absolete. It's one of the most genius solos I've ever heard

[Zerej]

That was beautiful. All you need in life is a little sofrito, that's it. Sprinkle some seasoning into your life, and watch how beautiful it tastes!

[chrisbatson]

Great ensemble. Trumpet / trombone solos wow. Amazing horn section right rhythm section. Great.

[timv.poonyarom]

0:20 The drum rolling was so satisfying

[nitram]

This is one BAD ASS JAM!!!! I BOW TO ALL, ESPECIALLY THE SONG WRITER, THE MUSICIANS!!! ARRANGER!!!! CONDUCTOR!!! THE TRUMPET AND TROMBONE SOLO'S OMG PHENOMINAL!!!! HOLY CRAP I"m dancing in my bed with my wife diggin on this BEAUTIFUL AND SOULFUL JAM!!! THANK YOU!!! WOW!!! I sent this to all my friends after discovering you tonight. I'm a fan for LIFE!!!! Do more PLEASE OH PLEASE! PEACE, LOVE and GRATITUDE to all...

[alejandrinoalvarezcastro]

Andy Hunter on trombone its OUT OF THIS WORLD !

[karenistalking]

All of these musicians are fabulous players.

[Vince_uk]

I have died and gone to heaven and the trumpet angel is playing hot latin for

[MarkEKozak]

Andy Hunter!!! Yuliesky Gonzalez killer solo, too. What an arrangement?

[barmeliton]

Ich habe mit Yulieski neulich gespielt. Und wieder bestätigte sich eine große Erkenntnis. Die Besten sind bescheiden und nett und freundlich. Keine Allüren nichts. Ein netter und symphatischer Kollege. Einfach nur klasse. Die Arroganten unter den Musikern sind mittelmäßig. Jasper van´t Hof genauso bescheiden.

[Ponch]

Such an excellent rendition of this great classic!

[Nose-vqgy]

That trumpet solo was something else man

[TLJ]

This arrangement is very spicy! Bad man on the bone. Trumpet solo crushing it and the percussion with awesome grooves. Thanks