Tango No 9 Radio Valencia CD

The San Francisco quartet Tango No. 9 returns with their second release, sharing a uniquely American take on Argentine traditional tango. From tunes that define the traditions of tango, to the title track - an original written for them - the album is steeped in history. Departing from their roots in the modern Tango Nuevo of Astor Piazzolla, "Radio Valencia" takes on a dazzling array of tango dance standards, well-loved favorites and unknown gems from the passionate world of tango. Their first release, "All Them Cats in Recoleta" (SPH #529) was picked by Jazziz Magazine as one of the best nuevo tango CDs of 2002. The L.A. Times said "this ensemble has indeed fallen head over heels in love with tango."

1. Felicia 2. Chique 3. Radio Valencia 4. Papas Calientes 5. Desde El Alma 6. Malena 7. Lagrimas 8. Oh, These Dark Eyes 9. Buen Amigo 10. La Punalada 11. Romance de Barrio 12. Tiempos Viejos 13. El Chamuyo 14. Araca Corazon 15. Caseron de Tejas 16. Pa'que Bailen los Muchachos 17. La Yumba 18. El Baquiano 19. Radio Valencia (Slight Return)