- Internationally renowned saxophonist/composer Miguel Zenón announces the release of his Grammy Nominated album “Sonero: The Music of Ismael Rivera” on Vinyl.
The Limited Edition Double LP, which will be available exclusively on his website, includes the original artwork and liner notes from the album. It features 11 tracks (all arranged and produced by Zenón), celebrating the music of the great Puerto Rican icon, also known as “Maelo” to his many admirers. Along with Zenón is his long running Quartet, with Luis Perdomo on Piano, Hans Glawischnig on Bass and Henry Cole on Drums.
“In a career full of powerful, relevant albums, this is one of the best Zenon’s ever made….Zenon has never played more eclectically, nor Perdomo more tersely, than each does here: what a great band, what a great album.” – New York Music Daily
“Mr. Zenón’s alto saxophone sounds as seductive, earthy and nimble as did Rivera’s voice; it suggests, alternatively, grit or pure beauty…Mr. Zenón and his colleagues honor Rivera by doing what great soneros and jazz musicians do with rich repertoire: listen closely and lovingly, and find new ways in.” – Larry Blumenfeld, Wall Street Journal
“If you know Rivera’s repertoire, you’ll recognize certain motifs and chord changes; if not, you’ll savor the ultra-sophisticated work of one of the most accomplished and seasoned small groups in jazz.” – Howard Reich, Chicago Tribune
One of the Best Jazz Releases of 2019 by NPR, Jazz Times, Jazziz, The Chicago Tribune, Jazz Trail and many others.