Melena

Afro-Cuban percussionist Melena was born in Havana, Cuba, and has mastered the traditional rhythms that have traveled from Africa to Cuba to the dance floors of America. Melena is a multitalented percussionist who plays congas, timbales, bata drums, and shekere. She is an artist who exemplifies the sound of legendary players from the past and the modern sound of today. Melena has toured, performed, and recorded with legendary artists such as Stevie Wonder, Macy Gray, Julio Iglesias, and Chayanne.

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