MIKE ECKROTH GROUP 05.10.18
PERSONNEL
Lead Vocal/Percussion: Pepito Gomez
Vocal: Nelson Riveros
Piano: Mike Eckroth
Tres (guitar): Jacob Plasse
Trumpet: Pete Nader
Trumpet: Oscar Oñoz
Congas: Ivan Llanes
Bongos: Obanilú Allende
Bass: Alex Apolo Ayala
Led by pianist Mike Eckroth, the evening billed as "A Tribute to Arsenio Rodriguez" (the legendary Cuban composer) was being recorded live and will be an upcoming Dangerous Rhythms release. Featuring an all-star cast of musicians, the Zinc audience was treated to two absolutely sensational sets of Rodriguez's compositions, with lead vocalist Pepito Gomez virtually stealing the show. An intimate performance, the crowd's spirited appreciation was evident throughout and will be a fitting complement to the recording.
The stage prepped and ready for the evening's recording.
Trumpeter Pete Nader warms up in the wings pre-performance.
The fearless band leader: Mike Eckroth.
Lead Pepito Gomez flexing his vocal muscle.
Vocalists Pepito Gomez and Nelson Riveros lead the charge.
Eckroth's charts of the venerable Arsenio Rodriguez's canon.
The brass bathed in beautiful stage lighting.
Eckroth and Plasse setting the mood.
Alex Apolo Ayala between sets working on his fingering. Ayala had a tremendous bass solo during the second set.
Taking it all in from the back of the house.