Charanga Habanera

Cuban Charanga Habanera began playing traditional music, such as chachachá, mambo, bolero and guaracha, under the direction of José Picayo in the late 80’s. Violinist Gerardo Aguillón (ex Ritmo Oriental), David Calzado and flautist Jorge Emilio Maza were joined together by singer Juan Carlos González in 1989. Their first independent record was titled "De La Habana a Montecarlo".

Talented local musicians wanted to be part of the promising band, and were soon new Charanga Habanera members. In 1992 the tropical team recorded their debut album, titled "Me sube la fiebre", with the participation of Juan Manuel Arranz and Manolín Doctor de la Salsa.

After singing on with Magic Music, "Hey You Loca!" was released in 1994. "Pa’ que se entere La Habana" was the 1996 release. Unfortunately and even though young musicians joined to support the contemporary musical direction, Tremendo Delirio in 1997 marked the end of the first era. A year later, singer Mario Jiménez got together Charanga Forever, while Danny Lozada left to create Timba Cubana. David Calzado decided to keep the group’s original name.

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