Area 52
A high-octane collision of heavy metal acoustic guitar and a 13-piece Cuban orchestra. Explosive, rhythmic, and densely layered with brass and percussion.
January 23, 2012 · Rubyworks
A high-octane collision of heavy metal acoustic guitar and a 13-piece Cuban orchestra. Explosive, rhythmic, and densely layered with brass and percussion.
January 23, 2012 · Rubyworks
Area 52 is a radical departure from the sparse, two-guitar intimacy that defined Rodrigo y Gabriela's early career. By collaborating with C.U.B.A., a 13-piece orchestra, they have transformed their percussive acoustic metal into a maximalist wall of sound. The result is a vibrant, technicolor explosion where the duo's signature high-velocity strumming acts as the rhythmic engine for a massive ensemble of horns, piano, and traditional Cuban percussion. It feels less like a studio recording and more like a high-stakes performance in a packed Havana club.
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