RIP Armando Peraza-long time Santana percussionist, Cheo Feliciano and "el Gabo"

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Armando_Peraza

I saw him playing with Carlos on Sept 25 1982 opening for the Clash and The Who at JFK Stadium in Philly..the biggest concert I've ever been to (and probably will ever go to) in my life

Also, RIP
Cheo Feliciano-great Salsa Legend (Fania, etc.)...died because he did not like wearing a seat belt....talk about an avoidable death...
and
"El Gabo" (Gabriel García Márquez)....

Armando is probably jamming with Cheo "soneando" and el Gabo writing the lyrics of the song in.... "Heaven/Infinity"(to call it something)
 
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Armanda Peraza was one of the best things about seeing Santana live. I saw him several times with them. A fantastic Conguero! Besides being technically great, he could play the congas and tip his cap at the same time. He will be missed. They're jammin' in heaven...

SF Chronicle obit w/quote from Santana:
http://www.sfgate.com/music/article/Armando-Peraza-Afro-Cuban-percussion-pioneer-5411552.php

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