JAZZ ON THE LATIN SIDE ALL-STARS

Jose Rizo’s “Jazz on the Latin Side All Stars” is a 15-piece all-star ensemble made up of legendary figures, world-class studio musicians, great jazz artists, and popular bandleaders.  This tight ensemble was formed a few months after a big jam session at B. B. Kings on the Universal City Walk in the Los Angeles area. Bandleader/jazz radio announcer Jose Rizo named the band after his latin jazz radio program “Jazz on the Latin Side” on KKJZ 88.1 FM (KJazz) in Long Beach, California.  The “Jazz on the Latin Side All Stars” proudly represent KJazz where ever they perform.  This versatile ensemble feels as comfortable playing progressive latin jazz as it does playing tremendous salsa dura. Ensemble members and rotating members include Justo Almario (tenor sax), Marvin “Smitty” Smith (drums), Danilo Lozano (flute / musical director), Francisco Aguabella (congas), Poncho Sanchez (congas), Alex Acuna (drums), Adonis Puentes read more...