ALKASALSA, a Westcountry-based 10-piece band, is building a reputation in a scene which until recently, has been dominated by imported acts: In a complete reversal of usual trends, their debut CD, containing much original material, was broadcast on Cuban national radio - direct from the UK! Warmly praised by both Rubén González and Ibrahim Ferrer (veteran stars of Buena Vista Social Club), Rubén described it as 'Muy bonita y muy Cubana"!'

Their 2nd release, features recent exciting developments in the line-up - not least the addition of Honduran-born Sonero Ramón Vallejo. Consisting entirely of original material by the band leader Jonny Nance with lyrics by Ramón - this is the new sound of Alkasalsa.

"Prepare to be seduced by an infectious Latin sound"
Mo Fini Tumi Music

"They've bottled their stage performance in CD form. I loved it; really danceable and good fun"
Karen Downs-Barton,Salsa World