Man & His Songs

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Man & His Songs
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  1. Audio CD: Release Date 2009-01-20
  2. Publisher: Emusica
  3. Artist: Tite Curet Alonso
  4. Sales Rank in Music: #151173

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Catalino "Tite" Curet Alonso defined a revolutionary period in Latin music. His compositions were known to bring out the best in the performer. Curet's name was ubiquitous, gracing hundreds of album credits by many of the top Latin music artists of the `60s, `70s, `80s and `90s. He penned more than 2,000 songs, spawning and jump-starting the artistic careers of many. He was the most sought after composer in tropical music - Curet's songs were guaranteed hits, revered as classics today. This compilation brings to light the music of one of Puerto Rico's most important composers of the 20th Century after a fourteen-year absence (brought about by ongoing litigations by the Puerto Rican performance society). This 30-tune double CD set, featuring some of Curet's most beloved works, is a worthy addition to anyone's collection.



Catalino "Tite" Curet Alonso puso su sello personal en una época revolucionaria para la música latina. Sus composiciones eran famosas por resaltar las mejores cualidades de sus intérpretes. El nombre de Curet aparecía por todos lados, dándole prestigio a cientos de discos de algunos de los artistas latinos más importantes de las décadas del '60, '70, '80 y '90. Escribió más de 2,000 canciones. Fue el compositor más buscado de toda la música tropical. Sus canciones eran éxitos garantizados, y hoy son reconocidas como clásicos. A través de esta compilación, la música de uno de los más importantes compositores puertorriqueños del siglo XX vuelve a la luz luego de una ausencia de 14 años (tras litigios con la sociedad autoral de Puerto Rico). Este disco doble con 30 de los temas más queridos del compositor es indispensable para los coleccionistas.
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3.7 out of 5 stars (3 customer reviews)

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A truly well-deserved tribute to the "Beethoven of Salsa"., January 22, 2009
Justo Roteta (Los Angeles, California United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Man & His Songs (Audio CD)
The late great Puerto Rican songwriter "Tite" Curet Alonso's influence in Salsa music can NOT be underestimated. His compositions were frequently recorded by such Salsa legends as Cheo Feliciano, Pete "Conde" Rodriguez, Bobby Valentin, Ruben Blades, Tommy Olivencia, Celia Cruz, Hector Lavoe, Frankie Ruiz and so many others--in fact, he played a key role in the Fania label's rise to prominence. This 2-CD set (while not definitive) is truly special because 1.)it contains an in-depth essay coupled with archive photos and 2.)because its producers chose to include both the big hits and undisputed classics AND equally-loved album tracks...all with superb sound quality. My highest recommendation.


4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Composer, February 20, 2009
sergiobklyn - See all my reviews
This review is from: Man & His Songs (Audio CD)
This is a nice introduction to the most prolific and possibly greatest Salsa composer. I really liked the liner notes but felt that CD 2 had too many boleros. All the songs are from the 60's and 70's ("La esencia del guaguancó" and "Amor y tentación" are labeled as being released in the 2000's but they were actually released in 1970 and 1971 respectively). They should release a part two with compositions released in the 1980's and later.


0 of 9 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars TITE CURET ALONSO-ALMA DE POETA, March 16, 2009
Mario Huete "maritohuete" (los angeles) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Man & His Songs (Audio CD)
CD #1: POOR THEME SELECTION
CD #2: POOR ARTIST SELECTION
JUST A BAD anthology

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