I AM Podcast19 Maalis 2021

020 I AM The Band with Luis Conte Pt 2.

We continue our conversation with percussionist Luis Conte about his incredible life and experiences as a percussionist for some of the worlds most beloved and well known artists. Growing up in Cuba, Luis began his musical odyssey playing the guitar however he soon switched to percussion and that has remained his primary instrument ever since. Moving to Los Angeles in 1967 Luis attended Hollywood High School and Los Angeles City College. By the 1970’s he quickly became a busy studio musician. Touring and playing with James Taylor, Madonna, Carlos Santana, Eric Clapton, Phil Collins, Rod Stewart and Shakira. Luis built a successful career as a percussionist including composing for and playing in ABC's Dancing with The Stars Band among hundreds of other tv and film projects.

What you will hear

Luis’s parents and grandmother leave Cuba.
Early exposure to music and rhythm.
The biggest lesson learned.
Pandemic activities. Practicing, remote recording, teaching and exercise.
Family
Drummer vs percussionist two different worlds.
Phil Collins Royal Albert Hall.
Luis’s introduction to and love for the Beatles.
The radio being Luis’s early connection to the world.
Songwriting

Quotes

“En la vida lo que hace falta es, hay que siempre caer bien.”
“The only drag about the music business is the word business.”

Mentioned

En Casa De Luis

Celia Cruz

Benny Moré

Orquesta Aragón

Pello el Afrokan Y Su Ritmo Mozambique

Patá drum

Acheré (maracas)

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