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| | Silvio Rodríguez |
 | | Originally using simple acoustic backing, Rodriguez expanded during the Eighties to more sophisticated arrangements borrowing from classical music, reggae, pop and traditional Cuban rhythms. |
 | | Just after Gen. Pinochet stepped down as dictator of Chile, Silvio - who had been in Chile shortly before the 1973 coup - returned to play a concert, backed by the phenomenal Cuban dance/jazz band Irakere. |
 | | Though Silvio's reputation is based on his intense, moody musings, I love it when he's robust and playful, as on the opening "Mi Casa Ha Sido Tomada Por Las Flores"... |
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