November 15, 2009

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Alex Cuba: Cuban Soul That Runs In The Family

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Alexis Puentes' father was so particular about his children's musical education that he controlled the music Alexis listened to. As Alex Cuba, he filters his father's musical influence through the likes of Ray Charles. Here, he performs songs from his new album.

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