El productor William “Bill” Tilford informa que a partir del 2 de febrero, pondrá en marcha un nuevo programa a traves de WBCQ llamado Radio Free Chicago.

1. Happy New Year, and Thanks for all you do for radio! We will be announcing a third radio program very soon. 2. Our episodes to bring in the new year are as follows: From the Isle of Music, December… Leer más ›

Esta semana nuestra invitada especial es Maria Victoria, quien hablará sobre su nuevo álbum Entre Cuerdas; También escucharemos más jam sessions de Estrellas de Areito.

From the Isle of Music, December 1-7: This week our special guest is Ricardo Oropesa, who will discuss the new album by Septeto Nacional Ignacio Piñeiro, Para Siempre Embale with us. We will also enjoy some tasty charanga by Orquesta… Leer más ›

Esta semana, nuestro invitado especial es Kiki Valera, cuyo nuevo álbum Vivencias en clave cubana ya se está convirtiendo en una sensación crítica y popular.

Del 27 de Octubre al 2 de Noviembre: Nuestro invitado especial es Emilio Morales, cuyo álbum Todos los Caminos ganó la categoría Vocal instrumental de Cubadisco 2019.

From the Isle of Music, September 29-October 5: This week, our very special guest is Feliciano Arango, an important force in the evolution of both Cuban Jazz and Timba. He will present the explosive new album by Los Hermanos Arango,… Leer más ›

From the Isle of Music, September 15-21: This week we focus on Cuba’s urban music with special guests from Zona Franca. The broadcasts take place: 1. For Eastern Europe but audible well beyond the target area in most of the… Leer más ›

From the Isle of Music, August 25-September 7: August 25-31, our special guest Ethiel Failde presents Siempre tu voz, his tribute to Benny More that won a Special Prize in Cubadisco 2019. September 1-7, no guests, but an interesting potpourri… Leer más ›

From the Isle of Music, August 4-10: This week, we look at the career of the late Mongo Santamaria, who left us a vast and diverse body of work recorded in Cuba and the United States. The broadcasts take place:… Leer más ›

From the Isle of Music, July 21-27: This week, a Cuban dance party with some excellent charangas including Orquesta Estrellas de la Charanga, Enrique Álvarez, and Ritmo Oriental. The broadcasts take place: 1. For Eastern Europe but audible well beyond… Leer más ›

From the Isle of Music, July 7-13: This week, we listen to some of the International Prize winners of Cubadisco 2019. Some of the music is classical, and some of it is for dancing. The broadcasts take place: 1. For… Leer más ›

From the Isle of Music, June 23-29: No interviews this week. Instead, we listen to some selections from EGREM’s 45 D’lujo and 55 D’lujo compilation series. The 12-CD set for 55 d’lujo has over 200 songs and was awarded a… Leer más ›

From the Isle of Music, June 9-15, 2019: This week we listen to the winner and many of the nominees in the Música Bailable (Dance Music) category of Cubadisco 2019. Put on your dancing shoes before you tune in. The… Leer más ›

From the Isle of Music, May 12-June 1 (three weeks): A. May 12-18: Special guest Marcos Morales presents his new Jazz recording “Ruinas”. B. May 19-25: Cuban dance party with various groups C. May 26-June 1: Special guest Carlos Miyares… Leer más ›

From the Isle of Music, April 28-May 4, 2019: Part 1 of 2 Parts: We discuss the book “Las Oscuras Leyendas de Chano Pozo” with its author, Ricardo Oropesa, while listening to some important recordings by Chano. Fascinating history plus… Leer más ›

From the Isle of Music, April 14-20, 2019: No guest this week – instead, we honor Jazz Appreciation Month with an hour of excellent Cuban Jazz from some of its masters. The broadcasts take place: 1. For Eastern Europe but… Leer más ›

From the Isle of Music, March 31-April 6, 2019 In a very special treat for our Russian-speaking listeners, our special guest this week is Robert Kel Torres, who has worked in Russia and sings some of his songs in Russian…. Leer más ›

From the Isle of Music, March 17-23, 2019 This week we listen to songs from several of the nominees (and the winner) of the Rock category of Cubadisco 2018. The broadcasts take place: 1. For Eastern Europe but audible well… Leer más ›

From the Isle of Music, February 17-23, 2019: This week, our guest Pablo Menéndez, leader of Mezcla, shares some of their album Pure Mezcla with us and talks about their current projects. Also, some vintage music from Irakere. The broadcasts… Leer más ›

From the Isle of Music, February 3-February 9, 2019: This week, our special guest is vocalist Emilia Morales, who will speak with us about her career and share some music from her new album Sentimientos. Also, some charanga for dancing…. Leer más ›

From the Isle of Music, January 20-26: This week, we feature the music of Ramon Valle, winner of the Instrumental Music category in Cubadisco 2018 as well as a nominee in the Jazz Soloist and Jazz Ensemble categories. All this… Leer más ›

From the Isle of Music, January 6-12: Happy 2019! This week, our special guest is Wilmer Ferrán Jimenez, leader of Rumbatá, whose album Gracias a la rumba was awarded a Cubadisco in 2018 in the Tradición Afrocubana category. Also, some… Leer más ›