This is a perfect example of the dynamic, swinging, frenetic, hard-driving style of Cuban Timba. Charanga Habanera is one of the best of the Cuban Timba bands and they are probably the most popular band in Cuba, especially among the younger generations. Although all of their CD's rock, this is in my opinion their best recording to date. The arrangements here are more dynamic and sophisticated than in their previous recordings. This band swings from beginning to end on every cut with pure energy. As with most of the Cuban bands, the musicians are first rate and the music takes center stage. This is certainly much more fiery than any of the salsa romantica that is commonly heard here in the United States. In Cuba it is the music that is most important, not any individual vocalist, no matter how talented he/she may be. (2001)