Tag: Bill Elder
RIP Ray Mantilla (June 22, 1934 – March 21, 2020)
Inspired by his South Bronx Afro-Cuban roots, percussionist Ray Mantilla rose to prominence in the early...
Ray Mantilla and Ali Bello by Andrew James
Jazz Photographer Andrew James Presents Ali Bello & The Sweet Wire Band at the New Haven Jazz Fest 2014, and the Ray Mantilla Ensemble...
Ray Mantilla: The Connection
Ray Mantilla may be better remembered for his being one of the founding members of Max Roach’s legendary drum ensemble, M’Boom, but in reality...