Aug 24, 2020
Episode #45 - Vicente Griego is a New Mexico Flamenco vocalist and artist that has an amazing and otherworldly sound that comes from the heart of his heritage. He’s a stellar human being with a deep understanding of the world and culture around him. We chat on his childhood and his experiences in New Mexico, touring and his current work with kids teaching and developing their musical skills. The man is a living legend, hope you enjoy it as much as I did. Go out and support Vicente and ReVoZo his band links below.
Vicente's site--> http://www.vicentegriego.com/index.php/en/
Vicente and ReVoZo YouTube Channel→ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FH7ywbtxC84
Show Notes:
08:00 Handling differences
14:00 “New Englanders”
24:00 Imposter Syndrome
31:00 What is ReVoZo?
36:00 Roots of Flamenco
41:00 Privilege in the arts and the resistance of ‘Burque’
48:00 Jazz in Tokyo
55:00 Standards
1:00:00 Your Alive!
1:08:00 Remembering your legacy
1:12:00 Zoot-suit riots and the birth of low-riders
1:20:00 Transcend the human condition
1:36:00 Working with the greats
1:40:00 Working with New Mexico's future musicians
1:44:00 Voices and microphones
1:48:00 Alex Krebs Quartet Vicente Griego Link → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j8OtyXR2qGQ
1:51:00 “You are rich for what you give not what you have”