PG (Poder Generación) Live: José Luis Cortés Rare Concert

7/16/2019
by Jon Griffin

Rare concert of PG (Poder Generación), a short-lived but influential Cuban band founded by José Luis Cortés "El Tosco," the legendary founder of NG La Banda and pioneer of timba music. PG represents a fascinating chapter in Cuban music history, showcasing Cortés' continued innovation and experimentation with the aggressive, polyrhythmic sound that would define modern timba.

Despite performing very few concerts, PG captured the essence of late 1990s Cuban popular music with its powerful horn sections, complex percussion arrangements, and the signature driving energy that Cortés brought to every project. This archival recording documents one of the rare performances by this groundbreaking ensemble.

If you can identify any of the song titles from this performance, please share that information to help preserve this important piece of Cuban music history.