Whether he played the most traditional Cuban rumbas, odes to the Orishas, Charanga, Latin Jazz or even new takes on soul classics, Mongo Santamaria had a unique, easily recognizable, yet versatile sound. Today’s show celebrates the life, music and legacy if this giant in Afro-Cuban percussion after the 20th anniversary of his passing and for the start of Black History Month.  

Sofrito 

Para Ti

Palo Mayombe 

Afro Blue 

Agua Limpia Todo

Wolenche for Chango

O’ Mi Shango

Chano Pozzo

Columbia 

Watermelon Man 

Sittin’ On The Dock of the Bay 

Sometimes Bread 

Saoco

Mambo Mongo