Alex Cuba: Tiny Desk Concert
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- This Latinx Heritage Month Tiny Desk is celebrating with an 'El Tiny' takeover, featuring a wide array of artists from all corners of Latinidad.
Felix Contreras | October 4, 2023
Alex Cuba starts his turn behind the Tiny Desk with the barest of musical essentials: a percussive guitar rhythm, the soft scratch of a güiro and a miniature choir. "Ciudad Hembra (La Habana)," a lament for his hometown, sets a deliberate slow burn for this performance.
Alex Cuba's superpower is his undeniable charm as he weaves evocative imagery into musical arrangements that not only call to mind his native Cuba but anywhere an acoustic guitar and engaging voice command attention. "De Camino'' offers a good case in point. Propelled by bass, drums and congas, the deeply personal love song is full of celebration - Cuba's guitar and light hand percussion remind us that we are, in fact, in the Caribbean.
"Chekere" is named for the Afro-Cuban instrument made of a dried-out gourd covered by beads used in all types of Cuban music. The song's soft beginning evolves into a percussion-inspired explosion before Alex Cuba segues into a delicate love song dedicated to his wife, "Sarah."
SET LIST
"Ciudad Hembra (La Habana)"
"De Camino"
"Chekere"
"Sarah"
MUSICIANS
Alex Cuba: guitars, vocals
Yoser Rodríguez: bass
Alain Bergé: drums
Javier García: vocals, minor percussion
Roberto Vizcaino Jr.: percussion
TINY DESK TEAM
Producers: Anamaria Sayre, Felix Contreras, Suraya Mohamed
Director/Editor: Kara Frame
Audio Engineer: Josh Rogosin
Creative Director: Bob Boilen
Series Producer: Bobby Carter
Videographers: Kara Frame, Joshua Bryant, Alanté Serene
Audio Assistant: Ted Mebane
Photographer: Catie Dull
Tiny Desk Team: Maia Stern, Ashley Pointer, Hazel Cills
VP, Visuals and Music: Keith Jenkins
Senior VP, Programming: Anya Grundmann
#nprmusic #tinydesk #alexcuba - Hudba
I am 100% African, from Sudan, and when I hear Cuban music, I consider myself Cuban
I met Alex right away when he arrived on Canadas coast. He was so young. He hardly spoke English. He would sit and play the instruments in my guitar shop. His talent was staggering. One day he asked to borrow a guitar to make a demo. I thought only a good hearted person could play like this young man. So I loaned him the guitar. I was right about him. God smiles when he plays. A good person and tremendous talent.
And because you took that chance I’m sure you gave him the confidence boost to never give up look at him now! Super cool story! (:
Nothing but good comes when you let your love light SHINE!
Maravilloso concierto.
Alex's voice is like having the warm sun at your back with a gentle breeze in your face.
Beautiful songwriter and awesome presence. Cuba's loss is absolutely Canada's gain !
How about the worlds gain!
@@chrisbullock6477 Agreed !
wow what a great analogy.
I really like this tropical version of Lenny Kravitz
😂😂😂😂😂😂
Bruh 😂
😂😂😂
Con razón me gusta Alex jejeje
@@lucyi7756 Es que a quién no le gusta el Lenny? ¡Una belleza!
I love Tiny Desk Concerts. Between seeing some of my favorite bands in a new light and being exposed to a ton of new music, this is a much view for me.
Can't understand much as I don't really speak Spanish but I absolutely loved every bit of sound and second of this set. Alex has the voice of an Angel as well, everybody looks like they had the funnest time performing
todos los cubanos en todas partes del mundo dando like aquí 🇨🇺
Alex Cuba representing small town BC, Canada! Music feels like sunshine but he lives in a tiny mountain town known for its heavy snow and long winter.
Viva Cuba 🇨🇺 and Canada 🇨🇦! Great music Alex
This lovely rhythm makes me desperate for someone to dance with.
Start the waterfall
Que belleza encontrar a Alex cuba en el Tiny.... a disfrutar.
Love to see these great artists I haven't even heard of
The Latin rhythm is so joyful. 👏👏👏
Alex que orgullosa de ser cubana me haces sentir sabor y belleza linda letras mucho talento
Not sure who originally came up with the idea for Tiny Desk but thank you. Thank you Bobby and team for consistently bringing us fabulous music ❤❤❤
love it. great vocal and very tasty guitar playing.
That's a beautiful Gibson CS-356 model to pair the great music
I just saw Alex live at the Sisters Folk Festival. Hands down one of the best live performances of my life. A beautiful song writer, emoting every note vocally and on guitar. Y la letra, ay ay, me encanta. La música de Alex es un regalo al mundo.
This is easily one of my favorite tiny desks!
wow this is amazing
Whao, just whao
Long overdue for a Tiny Desk imho❤
Alex, if you're reading this, I saw you 18 years ago in California when you were debuting in America. Its great to see you still making music!
Same! I saw him open for aterciopelados in 06-07? Sounds amazing as always!
This is amazing!! I'd love to see Yussef Dayes on here too, especially after the release of Black Classical Music!!!
Me encanta Alex Cuba 🤍☀️ que orgullo verlo en Tiny Desk 🙌🏼
Awesome
Tiny desk concerts are the most amazing idea for musicians
Great band and hats off to the audio engineer - this mix is a masterclass.
Thank you NPR. Alex just made my day. What a voice.
Alex Cuba is awesome!!! His music is beautiful and inspiring!!!💜💜💜💜💜
Sabroso ¡¡¡
Alex Cuba, a cuban musical treasure
Canadian
Months ago I went to his concert here in Miami, it was just simply amazing. Such a talented musician and songwriter. I’m so glad he brought the same musicians to the Tiny Desk, they are amazing as well. Buenísimo Alex 👏🏼
🔥🔥🔥
Fuegoooo
Grande Alex Cuba, grande!
Goose bumps!!!
My boy made it!!
Music to my ears! I learned Spanish from someone from Cuba.
This only added to my enjoyment of this talented singer and his band. Bravo! Thanks for the introduction, Tiny Desk.
Huge Alex Cuba fan 😊. I saw him in Washington DC a few weeks ago. So glad he sang De Camino on Tiny Desk!!! It wasn't on his set list at Blues Alley 😢. One of my favorite songs of his. He is an amazing artist.
My excitement when I got this notification ! 😁
Conga break @ 3:11 was tasty and the drummer knew it. 🔥
The beauty of the chord progression @ 15:31 - 15:36 😌❤
Love timestamps, thanks.
Agreed! They’re all loving that special magic when everyone in the band is a collaborative percussionist, (guitar/bass, too), where the simplest yet perfect fills (and the face-melting ones 18:07!) allow the vocals to joyfully float!
DUDE totally
I am a simple woman, give me an intro with a beautiful guitar and voice and I am immediately hooked. This performance was a masterpiece from beginning to end
Same
It's great to see and hear you again, Alex! Thank you to you and the entire band for your wonderful music and energy. Blessings to all.
Como me gusta! Good luck with your music. Give me a shout if you come to Europe. Saludos desde Holanda y España
I’m a huge Alex Cuba fan! Got to see him twice in person and he is amazing!
What a great concert from an artist I never knew! This is part of why I love Tiny Desk ❤
What a solar moment Thanks Alex and Friends and many thanks to NPR for continuing to flood us with wonderful music !
Joya de la música latinoamericana!! Los mejores deseos para vos y toda tu gente! Bendiciones!
Its the AFRO's and the VIBE for ME !! Music soothing to the soul!
👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
omg que ricura de vibracion en el alma
Cantante 💯
Wow, refreshing, unique, and intimate with a sweet touch of clean air. Delightful 🎉
I first saw Alex Cuba over 10 years ago and he blew me away. We met after the show with his band and they were the coolest, nicest guys. It's amazing to see him on Tiny Desk now. Bravo Alex, felicidades!!
Super!!! Mi músico favorito de Cuba. Saludos Alex desde México!! Gracias
It was about time they got him there 👏🏻
Lo escuché por primera vez en Ensenada, Baja California. Ojalá cumpla, su promesa de regresar.
Good mood coming through! Great sound as well, with lots of space for the Chekere 👏! 🙏🏻
Estoy súper sos prendido que tiene The Legend Alex Cuba Mi artista Preferido On Tiny Desk 👏🏼
I was at an Alex concert a few years ago in my city, Ensenada, México. He is an incredible musician and singer! Thank's Tiny Desk Concerts!
Ahhhhh! Love this! Can't stop moving!
I didn’t understand a word they said but I enjoyed the concert anyway 😊🤗
Bellísimo!!!
Alex Cuba, es simplemente o totalmente lo máximo, es nuestra representación, es la máxima expresión del buen arte cubano. Sigo Tiny Desk desde hace 5 años y esperaba este momento.
Caught it quick 😎❤️
Me encantó la banda, su musicalidad, sus letras, la interpretación de la voz, los coros y los arreglos musicales. Hermosa propuesta y proyecto musical con fusión de la música cubana con identidad propria. Gracias también a Tiny Desk porpermitir descubrir y difundir a estos grandes artistas.
Que buen musico es Alex Cuba. Que gusto da que haya participado en el Tiny Desk! Saludos Alex!
Alex Cuba es de esos artistas únicos, que solo tiene latinoamérica.
❤❤
Alex Cuba is so good. I've been a fan for years. Glad to see him at the Tiny Desk finally.
Grande Alex Cuba 🙌🙌🙌
Este ritmo tan regordete y tan güeno no lo trajimos desde la península, te lo digo yo. Saludos desde la Andalucía profunda so máquinas.🎶
Wow Alex It makes me soooooooo happy to see you on here !!
Casi que nooo!! ❤ Solo faltabas tu Alex.
Mi corazón sonríe, Alex x Tiny Desk
Su voz es super agradable, sus letras poemas, su musica Ritmica pero muy relajante! En fin , Merecido exito para este gran Músico..y musicos Cubanos !!! ❤👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🫶
Arte en su mejor expresión! Gracias
Amazing.. Love Alex and his music
Roberto Vizcaino Jr should have his own Tiny Desk
Teamomucho, Alex Cuba, haces que mi vida sea más bonita.
Me da gusto por Alex, podria ser su fan numero 1 pero se porto mal conmigo en redes, aun sin embargo te deseo lo mejor ALEX
I'm combing through these tiny desk shows and watching the low views. They are the best
Go Alex Go. You deserve this.
Alex Cuba, the Carlos Vives of the Caribbean.
14:30 Sarah (Me Encanta Esta Canción)
Que maravilla!! ❤ y la emoción de ver y oir a @javiergarcia de nuevo
@iamalexcuba is one of the most gifted live acts I’ve ever seen. His vocal control is sensational, has an absolutely incredible grip on the crowd (even when 95% of the crowd doesn’t speak Español) and writes songs that you want your entire family to sing along to.
The absolute BEST! So happy to see Alex on here ❤️
talento latino vibrante!!!! viva latinoamerica
Olee! Que bueno!
Thank u NPR for the talent that u bring on your platform … I would like to put a special request for conexión divina
Amo su vozzzz que lindo que haya llegado a Tiny
💫💫💫
He's an amazing musician. I've seen him several times. He has earned a few Juno awards.
I would do anything to go to one of these concerts
La pura sabrosura! Pero que belleza de musica
Mi músico favorito de esta generación ❤
Alex sings with heart and soul, you can really feel it. What a beautiful artist, his connection with the band mates is strong too. Saw him play live in September and I was so moved!
Love Alex Cuba, such a talent!!
Buena Música Carajo, con Amor y Color Caribe!!
Necesito ver a Pororó en Tiny Desk!!
yesterday I attended to his concert in Madrid! It was amazing !