Quinto Gov, Thanks for posting that video on Ponceña's 40th Anniv. with Padilla and Pequeño Johhny rompiendo cuero. I've met and seen Little Johhny perform, the guy has some serious chops on both tumbadoras and bongo. His years with Sonora Ponceña paid off some serious dividends.
Congatick, Great video on the young cats from P.R. Those are the young lions that will hopefully carry on the tradition. Baya! Two of those cats are under the tutelage of David "La Mole" Ortiz. Check out this video.
Yah! That's what I'm talkin' 'bout!!! I love your technique! You get more travel out of the stroke than anyone I've seen! Straight from vertical to horizontal! A full 90 degrees! The flourishes in your solos are really tasty! I loved the bit with the cigar and playing nice and smooth. Loads of personality and nice vibes all around! Thanks Johnny! I always appreciate your comments in the forum, and now your video!
Masterful! Smooth as silk and a true pleasure to watch yur demo. Your style and skill reflect your heart, dedication and absolute love of the music. Young up-and-coming bucks would do well to let let some of the JC suave rub off on them before they focus their life on speed drills.