![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() “The goal was to write and record original songs that spoke to us personally. We didn’t realize these songs would resonate with so many others around the world,” recalls Julian Silva, composer, producer, founder and owner of La Excelencia. It’s the sound of a tough working band, the sort that used to be everywhere in New York and now are rare to find” says Peter Watrous of the New York Times.įounded in 2005, La Excelencia honed their sound by performing at local venues around NYC and eventually caught the attention of the international salsa community with their 2006 debut album, Salsa Con Conciencia. This is unprettified salsa dura, with the percussion cranked, lots of breaks, the voices loud, almost distorted. “It takes just a note or two to hear that La Excelencia is different. Their music invigorates social mindedness amidst a powerful and danceable soundtrack. Inspired by the salsa sounds of the 70’s and the sociopolitical landscape of today, La Excelencia is an award-winning band from New York City that combines traditional salsa elements with a modern and unapologetic sound. ![]()
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