Lenin Francisco Domingo Cerda aka Frankie Dante
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One of the most colorful and talented individuals in the music industry was the inimitable Frankie Dante. His bohemian behavior endeared him to the countless fans that followed his Orchestra Flamboyan whenever they performed. Sadly, Frankie, born in Santo Domingo in 1945, succumbed to cancer on March 1 of 1993. He is still appreciated by underground salsa fans everywhere and will be for many years to come. Fortunately, his exquisite music technique can still be enjoyed in the best dance halls and clubs throughout Latin America.
Frankie began his career in 1968, when he was signed to a recording contract by the Cotique Records producers George Goldner and Stan Lewis. He was immediately accepted throughout the New York nightclub circuit and has played opposite the best of the Latin New York bands all through his illustrious career. Frankie’s approach to his music can be appreciated when listening to any of his compositions; songs that tell a story or deliver an important message to his many followers. This album, “Different Directions” was recorded when Frankie was still honing his skills and features members of his original band. It contains no less than six of Frankie’s original compositions.
Although Frankie possessed a unique approach to his singing style, considering the nasal characteristic of his voice and his ability to create interesting and compelling improvisations, he claimed to be strongly affected by the manner in which salsero Ismael Quintana excites his listeners. Frankie was also a big fan of Fania artist Johnny Pacheco, and was heavily influenced by Eddie Palmieri’s trombone inspired arrangements. Fania legend, Larry Harlow, and recording artist, Markolino Dimond, two of the finest salsa pianists to have ever recorded, were co-artists with Frankie in many of his recordings for Cotique.
This album kicks off with an original Dante composition where the Flamboyan style can be truly appreciated. The son montuno, “Ay Que Felicidad” is laid down in a steady groove that gives the dancers occasion to express themselves. The rhythm section sounds really tight and Frankie’s soneos add to the excitement of this cunning arrangement. The song “Pa’ Guaynabo” describes Frankie’s longing to leave New York for the warmer climate and festivities of Guaynabo, Puerto Rico. Frankie, an avid protester of war, has demonstrated this in many of his compositions. You will notice that in the song “Paz,” Frankie opposes the war in Vietnam and calls for world peace and nonviolent times. The song ends with a bang (a bomb exploding, birds singing, then Frankie sings, a capella, about the black bird flying away without restraint.)
In the song “En Caracas” Frankie comments on the Venezuelan dancers and how they enjoy dancing sabroso (savory) to his music. “Lo Que Quiero Es Gozar” is where Frankie informs us of his desire to have fun (gozar) and enjoy life to the fullest. This particular arrangement is a bit reminiscent to the boogaloo sound of that era, although Frankie was more content performing straight up salsa for his fans. Pianist Ed Edenfield shows off his aptitude in this track. Once again, in the tune “Flores,” Edenfield electrifies the keyboard while the trombonist gets to step out a bit and solo in terrific fashion.
By listening to and enjoying Frankie Dante’s recordings you are sure to be treated to music at its best. The underground salsero shines in this particular album which will surely be embraced by the elite listeners, dancers and aficionados of salsa dura. So treat yourself to a good time. Listen to and enjoy the Orchestra Flamboyan and its electrifying leader and vocalist, Lenin Francisco Domingo Cerda aka Frankie Dante.
One of the most colo… Read Full Bio ↴Lenin Francisco Domingo Cerda aka Frankie Dante
One of the most colorful and talented individuals in the music industry was the inimitable Frankie Dante. His bohemian behavior endeared him to the countless fans that followed his Orchestra Flamboyan whenever they performed. Sadly, Frankie, born in Santo Domingo in 1945, succumbed to cancer on March 1 of 1993. He is still appreciated by underground salsa fans everywhere and will be for many years to come. Fortunately, his exquisite music technique can still be enjoyed in the best dance halls and clubs throughout Latin America.
Frankie began his career in 1968, when he was signed to a recording contract by the Cotique Records producers George Goldner and Stan Lewis. He was immediately accepted throughout the New York nightclub circuit and has played opposite the best of the Latin New York bands all through his illustrious career. Frankie’s approach to his music can be appreciated when listening to any of his compositions; songs that tell a story or deliver an important message to his many followers. This album, “Different Directions” was recorded when Frankie was still honing his skills and features members of his original band. It contains no less than six of Frankie’s original compositions.
Although Frankie possessed a unique approach to his singing style, considering the nasal characteristic of his voice and his ability to create interesting and compelling improvisations, he claimed to be strongly affected by the manner in which salsero Ismael Quintana excites his listeners. Frankie was also a big fan of Fania artist Johnny Pacheco, and was heavily influenced by Eddie Palmieri’s trombone inspired arrangements. Fania legend, Larry Harlow, and recording artist, Markolino Dimond, two of the finest salsa pianists to have ever recorded, were co-artists with Frankie in many of his recordings for Cotique.
This album kicks off with an original Dante composition where the Flamboyan style can be truly appreciated. The son montuno, “Ay Que Felicidad” is laid down in a steady groove that gives the dancers occasion to express themselves. The rhythm section sounds really tight and Frankie’s soneos add to the excitement of this cunning arrangement. The song “Pa’ Guaynabo” describes Frankie’s longing to leave New York for the warmer climate and festivities of Guaynabo, Puerto Rico. Frankie, an avid protester of war, has demonstrated this in many of his compositions. You will notice that in the song “Paz,” Frankie opposes the war in Vietnam and calls for world peace and nonviolent times. The song ends with a bang (a bomb exploding, birds singing, then Frankie sings, a capella, about the black bird flying away without restraint.)
In the song “En Caracas” Frankie comments on the Venezuelan dancers and how they enjoy dancing sabroso (savory) to his music. “Lo Que Quiero Es Gozar” is where Frankie informs us of his desire to have fun (gozar) and enjoy life to the fullest. This particular arrangement is a bit reminiscent to the boogaloo sound of that era, although Frankie was more content performing straight up salsa for his fans. Pianist Ed Edenfield shows off his aptitude in this track. Once again, in the tune “Flores,” Edenfield electrifies the keyboard while the trombonist gets to step out a bit and solo in terrific fashion.
By listening to and enjoying Frankie Dante’s recordings you are sure to be treated to music at its best. The underground salsero shines in this particular album which will surely be embraced by the elite listeners, dancers and aficionados of salsa dura. So treat yourself to a good time. Listen to and enjoy the Orchestra Flamboyan and its electrifying leader and vocalist, Lenin Francisco Domingo Cerda aka Frankie Dante.
Presidente Dante
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@laberintoon2
ENGLISH TRANSLATION:
If I were President, if I were a president
There would be no armed forces
The war would finish
the boys would come back home, where they belong.
If I were President, if I were a president
The militia would be done with
The taxes would be lowered ...that money would be used for the good of the community!
If I were President...
Frankie Dante for President!.....
....and in addition, a raise for the musicians, we work so hard for such little money. Raise that pay! We are humans like you all. Let's work and live together!
@marialuisa9531
Se la dedico a GUSTAVO PETRO en COLOMBIA !...
@Unixilandia
No solo seria un gran Presidente....Frankie Dante es un espectacular Embajador de Cultura Musical a traves del "World Wide Web y You Tube, etc. Gracias Frankie!
@oscarcruz8509
Nacido en RD y como muchos puertorriqueños, dominicanos y cubanos hecho musicalmente en New York. Realmente su estilo es de Salsa Dura de New York. Uno de los mejores "el underground" por su estilo calle y agresivo de los mejores momentos de la Salsa.
@JoseDiaz-uc8jd
Muy recordado este salsero dominicano que era el mejor y más bravo salsero de la Rep. Dominicana,debo añadir que Jose Alberto el canario es otro duro de Dominicana.
@josbalfebres6515
PERO FRANKIE SE CRIO Y CRECIO CON LA SALSA EN NEW YORK Y ACA LO CONOCERON SU SABOR CANTA COMO BORICUA TODOS CREIAN Q ERA DE PUERTO RICO PERO SINACIO Q EN QUISQUELLA LA BELLA
Y CUCO VALOY BRAVO CON EL PIANISTE SU HIJO
@neldadon
aqui te dejo varios
GRAN MAESTRO
SONERO$ y MERENGUERO$
de la JOYA de las AMERICAS
QUISQUEYA
REPUBLICA DOMINICANA
JOSEITO MATEO
CUCO VALOY
JOHNNY VENTURA
SANTIAGO CERON
JOSE BELLO
RAULIN ROSENDO
@oscarcruz8509
Uno de los mejores "el underground" por su estilo calle y agresivo de los mejores momentos de la Salsa en New York.
@raybarrettomarrero4654
Como vas a comparar a Frankie Dante con José Alberto el Canario ???...no pues...y todavía le pones el rotulo de duro al canario...nada que ver...el hecho de que canario haya cantado con la típica 73 no le da el rotulo de duro...y más aún porque cuando canario integró la típica 73 la verdadera salsa dura ya estaba pasando de moda y la típica con canario ya sacaba temas aburridos que ya no trascendían como si trascendió el estilo duro...la mejor salsa dura fue de New York y del 70 al 75...antes aun no tenia sabor a salsa dura y después fue evolucionando...después del 75 poco a poco dejo de ser salsa dura...apareció la salsa de salón...las románticas...las sensuales...etc...y canario trascendió en los 80s justo con las salsas románticas y sensuales...canario nunca fue duro...Si canario fuera donde Frankie Dante estando este vivo y le propusiera un dúo con temas románticos o sensuales Frankie lo manda a rodar al canario...Frankie es de otro level de salsa...y ese level es salsa dura...investiga mas sobre salsa y sus personajes y no sueltes lo primero que escuchaste por ahí sin estar seguro de lo que afirmas...la salsa dura se respeta...
@nancylicethidrobo2732
Apenas este tema para la masacre que estamos viviendo en Cali COLOMBIA
4/ 5/2021
@philipganchev2306
One of my most favorite songs, great lyrics, smashing tune and performance!!!