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AC Jazz Project
| At-a-Glance | |
| Hometown | Los Angeles, CA |
| Genres | Latin, Jazz |
| Band Members | Josiel Perez Hernandez (bandleader/trumpet); Fermin Sifontes (piano); Alberto Tamayo (Lead Vocals); Yosmel Montejo (bass); Luis Conte (congas); Jimmy Branly (drums); Kamasi Washington (sax) |
| Upcoming Shows | |
| One-Sheet | |
| # Years Experience Performing Live: | 5 |
| # Live Perfomances Past Six-months: | 30 |
| Market Draw: | Folk: 800+; World: 800+; Latin: 800+; Jazz: 800+ |
| Venue History: | CATALINA JAZZ CLUB - HOLLYWOOD, CA; Holly Street Bar & Grill - Pasadena, CA; Pasadena Jazz Institute - Pasadena, CA; Jazz Bakery - Los Angeles, CA; The Baked Potato - Studio City, CA; Yoshi's - Oakland, CA; SoHo - Santa Barbara, NY |
| Similar Artists: | Irakere, Chucho Valdes |
| Performing Rights Society: | BMI |
| Discography: | Buleya LP—2004; Buscando La Ortographia LP—2003; Lucumi LP—2002 |
About the Artist
Direct from Cuba, via the United States, the AC Jazz Project aka Afro Cuban Jazz Project is arguably one of the most versatile contemporary Cuban bands in Los Angeles. Composed of extracts from Maraca, NG La Banda, Cuba LA, and more. The band's outstanding repertoire and style is a fusion of jazz improvisations mixed with afro-cuban music genres (rumba, folklore, danzon, cha cha cha, mambo, son & timba). Formerly led and created by the late great Cuban percussionist Juan "Long John" Oliva, the AC Jazz Project has made major strides in the past 10 years. After Long John's passing on June 21, 2004, The newly reincarnated group has performed, engaged, interacted, and connected with audiences nationwide. Some of their accomplishments include, gaining the title of the “88.1FM KJAZZ - Latin Jazz Artist’s of the Year”, a grand TV performance on KCET at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, a memorable high profile fund raiser at MOCA with host Paula Abdul, a stellar showcase at the IAJE Conference in New York City, and an amazing performance at the world famous Playboy Jazz Festival. Some past and current supporting musicians include, Josiel Perez Hernandez, Luis Conte, Omar Sosa, Changuito, Jesus Diaz, Puntilla Rios, Fermin Siftontes, Raul Pineda, Jimmy Branly, Kamasi Washington, Carlitos del Puerto, Luis Eric Gonzalez, Sawa Perez, Walter Rodriguez, Joel Nunez, Joey De Leon, Yosmel Montejo and more...Achievements
Latin Music Winner, November 2015
Latin Music Winner, October 2015
Top 10 in Latin Music, October 2018
Top 10 in Latin Music, September 2018
Top 10 in Latin Music, August 2018
Top 10 in Latin Music, July 2018
Top 10 in Latin Music, June 2018
Top 10 in Latin Music, May 2018
Top 10 in Latin Music, June 2016
Top 10 in Latin Music, May 2016
Top 10 in Latin Music, April 2016
Top 10 in Latin Music, March 2016
Top 10 in Latin Music, February 2016
Top 10 in Latin Music, January 2016
Top 10 in Latin Music, December 2015
Top 40 in Latin Music, January 2019
Top 40 in Latin Music, December 2018
Top 40 in Latin Music, November 2018
Top 40 in Latin Music, April 2018
Top 40 in Latin Music, March 2018
Top 40 in Latin Music, February 2018
Top 40 in Latin Music, January 2018
Top 40 in Latin Music, December 2017
Top 40 in Latin Music, November 2017
Top 40 in Latin Music, October 2017
Top 40 in Latin Music, September 2017
Top 40 in Latin Music, August 2017
Top 40 in Latin Music, June 2017
Top 40 in Latin Music, May 2017
Top 40 in Latin Music, April 2017
Top 40 in Latin Music, March 2017
Top 40 in Latin Music, February 2017
Top 40 in Latin Music, January 2017
Top 40 in Latin Music, September 2015
Top 40 in Latin Music, August 2015
Top 40 in Jazz, May 2013
Top 40 in Jazz, March 2013
Top 40 in Jazz, November 2012
Top 40 in Jazz, October 2012
Top 40 in World, October 2012
Top 40 in Jazz, February 2012
Top 40 in World, February 2012
Top 40 in Jazz, January 2012
Top 40 in Jazz, December 2011
Top 40 in Jazz, November 2011
Press Coverage
Jazz Search Winners Sad In Triumph by
Jazz Search Winners Sad In TriumphBy Steve IrsayStaff WriterAbout this time last year, Afro-Cuban combo AC Timba Jazz Project was riding high, their manager said. With tour offers and record...
Jazz Search Winners Sad In TriumphBy Steve IrsayStaff WriterAbout this time last year, Afro-Cuban combo AC Timba Jazz Project was riding high, their manager said. With tour offers and record...
Top 100 Latin Jazz Recordings of All Time by
69-LONG JOHN OLIVA & AC JAZZ PROJECT- LUCUMI- (LUCUMI)
69-LONG JOHN OLIVA & AC JAZZ PROJECT- LUCUMI- (LUCUMI)
AC Jazz Project - Lucumi by
Long John Oliva's AC (Afro-Cuban) Jazz Project - LucumíBrace yourself for an extraordinary musical experience via Long John Oliva and his AC (Afro-Cuban) Jazz Project.
Long John Oliva's AC (Afro-Cuban) Jazz Project - LucumíBrace yourself for an extraordinary musical experience via Long John Oliva and his AC (Afro-Cuban) Jazz Project.
Tribute to Juan "Long John" Oliva a.k.a. "Penalty" by
Tribute toJuan "Long John" Olivaa.k.a. "Penalty" El Rumbero del Jazzby Tomas Peña
Tribute toJuan "Long John" Olivaa.k.a. "Penalty" El Rumbero del Jazzby Tomas Peña
2004 Latin Jazz Artists of the Year! by
AC Timba Jazz Project, winners of the 2003 / 2004 Latin Jazz Artists of the Year! Long Beach Jazz Competition!
AC Timba Jazz Project, winners of the 2003 / 2004 Latin Jazz Artists of the Year! Long Beach Jazz Competition!
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