I had the honor to take a 2 day instructive course and several fantastic conversations with this man! He is an amazing percussionist and an amazing person! Thanks for your support Brother Powell!
Ron's technique reminds me of the great Armando Peraza - excellent tones and superb musicianship without needless flash and speed simply for speeds sake. Excellent!
Why is there always someone mentioning some type of competition. In the country of my birth (Cuba) people do not play to be better than anyone else, the tambor is played because we feel this urge so strong since slavery that we have to play, when someone comes towards us while we play, we rather they join us in our celebration of our soul. AfroCubans play from the heart we never put anyone down or out.
amazing this changed my life i used to have 7 types of cancer however now i have 0 and i am also an immortal being thank you very much from immortal bottle of laptop screeens
That's so heartwarming to hear!! the power fo music to transform is universal my friend. Especially congas. The real question is, can congas cure covid?
THIS DUDE IS NICE! I live in DC and we play GoGo Music here. I love the Latin/Cuban style conga playing. You kinda tune in and zone out and the same time. Can't wait to get home to smack n slap mine...
Definitely dig Ron's playing - I've seen him do it live a few times and he never disappoints! I just wish we could hear him playing some Ritmo congas by Matthew Smith or some vintage valjes or Gon Bops - the skins are so much nicer than the thin, tinny sounding heads that LP provides. Ron def. has the chops and the flavor, just would be nice to hear him on some premium skins..
Ron Powell is a bad ass and all you guys criticizing him are wanna be Babies! This man has thrilled audiences all over the world. He is a Master Percussionist!
Jorge Bermudez I totally agree; I've heard Ron Powell live a number of times & was completely blown away! First off, let's talk about his Tempo: Excellent, right? Then there's his phrasing:: what's NOT to like? What I heard this man do w/ some bongos, congas, wood blocks & rubber mallets left me speechless! He doesn't give a damn about speed & flash, so of course he's an easy target for the negative energy. But this man is for real; don't doubt it. But you have to listen before you can hear it.
+Bill Larstead Thank you sir for your decent comments, I have noticed your comments always respectful and understanding of the concept of music, Cuba is responsible for what is today called Salsa, it came from el Son, Cuba has so many music genres that I forget some at time since I left to the US in the 60s. Cubans play our souls we are not interested in showing off, we feel and so we must play, Son, Mambo, Cha cha cha, Rumba, Danzon, Guaracha, Guarapachangeo, Bata, Son montuno, Mozambique, Comparsa,Abakua, Columbia Habanera, Columbia del Puerto, Yambu, Guiro, Guaguanco, there are more, its all about our heritage, our souls and if you can enjoy it with us, we are that much happier for it. Thank you for your positiveness.
I would like to know.... What exactly did ron do wrong that all you "experts" disliked? Cuz last time I checked he did nothing different than any of us that have been playing for years. He did and used, the same techniques we all use. He has his own style and is damn good at what he does!
Alex Lopez I know this is five years late but I just want to point out that if you criticize someone’s grammar in a debate or argument, you automatically lose.
I can tell you without a doubt ,that Geovanny and all those conga players that you mention, love this mans style.He has his own style,its original.Remember when you play congas you are speaking and telling your feelings.Thats why you can't sound like nobody.And Mr Powell does this very well.
If ANYONE found this exciting and entertaining than you obviously have not ever saw GO GO MICKEY from Washington DC play the congas. In fact he actually has his own signature LP brand of congas. YES!! That's how good he is! I am not disrespecting Ron but for conga lovers if you want a treat than search for GO GO MICKEY here on youTube and watch him play. Also he has his own FB page I think and also just view DC Conga players in general the talent in DC on the congas is only bested by the guys in Cuba and P.R. Only Giovanni and GO GO MICKEY have their own signature series LP congas so I am not just making up stuff. Stop reading and experience the DC Conga talent...life changing.
Ever since I heard the music in THE LOST WORLD JURASSIC PARK, I've been wanting to hear the congas ONLY....without the rest of the instruments that the legendary JOHN WILLIAMS incorporated into the film's score. It was my favorite of all the Jurassic PARK (WORLD films, not a big fan) Films! In part, because of the style of the music in THAT film. Felt like being in a jungle, going to HUNT dinosaurs instead of going to just see them like in the first movie. And then the HUNTER becomes the HUNTED!! Anyone interested in knowing which scenes or tracks in the film's score in particular used congas? * Rescuing Sarah (Eddie trying to get the trailers back on the edge of the cliff ) * Roland tranquilizing the male T.Rex (Track is called RIPPLES, towards the end ofthe track , you'll hear them ) *Raptors in the Long grass (Don't go into the long grass!!) ( go to 4:40) th-cam.com/video/DoUpXpUfhsc/w-d-xo.html
Great conga Too bad the camera's shutter speed or frame rate was too slow to see his hands and fingers. You could see which drum he was playing, but you had to listen to understand what his hands were doing. It was real fun to try to play, I'm pretty new, and it took me quite a while to get it right. I still always screw it up, but I love it any way!
Wonderful tones ***** beautiful looking drums ******* *wonderful playing
The secret here is the mustache. You're welcome
Gotta admit that's a very fitting moustache
😂🤣😂
Nobody said thanks bwaaahaaa
Thank you
He's giving off them Errol Brown, Lou Gossett Jnr vibes 😮
I had the honor to take a 2 day instructive course and several fantastic conversations with this man! He is an amazing percussionist and an amazing person! Thanks for your support Brother Powell!
Love his style: smooth, innovative, tonnes of personality, nods to tradition yet adds his own spirit.
We used Shure Beta 98AD/C Drum Mics in this video.
Thanks 🙏🏾
Ron's technique reminds me of the great Armando Peraza - excellent tones and superb musicianship without needless flash and speed simply for speeds sake. Excellent!
Took me a ways back, pretty far back as a matter of fact, quite a ways. Thank you Ron, You the man my Brother, Thank you.
I'm blown away by how melodic that was.
Why is there always someone mentioning some type of competition. In the country of my birth (Cuba) people do not play to be better than anyone else, the tambor is played because we feel this urge so strong since slavery that we have to play, when someone comes towards us while we play, we rather they join us in our celebration of our soul. AfroCubans play from the heart we never put anyone down or out.
FREE-OBO tgvdd
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Love it
Well Said and thats the beauty of latin life and culture even though Im not a latino but love your music and dance
He sucks and you too
Velvet touch, total fluidity. Thanks Ron Powell for entering the dream place and taking us along.
amazing this changed my life i used to have 7 types of cancer however now i have 0 and i am also an immortal being
thank you very much
from
immortal bottle of laptop screeens
That's so heartwarming to hear!! the power fo music to transform is universal my friend. Especially congas. The real question is, can congas cure covid?
Sir, you've just hypnotized me. My brain is numb. Amazing rhythm!
Fantastic choice of notes. The high tuning is STRAORDINARY!!!!!
The song he's playing is Manteca, written by Cuban conguero Chano Pozo for Dizzy Gilespie's 1949 band. You can hear it on youtube.
Nice effin skills! Soo smooth! Nice finish too!
He plays from the heart, from his soul. Millions of years of cultural rhythm. Has hardened his hands, and mind.
beautiful work my friend! very musical!
If you want to get rid of mice call him. It might even kill the mice.
Wow, this is epic! Rob Powell makes it look easy.
Beautiful
Wonderful phrasing and sense of composition
Absolutely fantastic.
That's some good playing man, thanks for posting👍.
Beautiful playing Ron! And great sounding congas I must say.
He is speaking the truth!! I can understand the message.
Ron . . . love it . Thanks man for the inspiration and to scoop up that four piece I've been eyein' . . . time to switch from playin' car dashpads .
Excellent touch and unique mellow flavor.
1:14...bro... That's where your flow drew me in! Love your playing ron.
Such strong melodic ideas - loves it.
nice to hear someone play a rhythmic solo that sounds good instead of just showcasing speed. Good on the ears.
Wow this is incredible !
THIS DUDE IS NICE! I live in DC and we play GoGo Music here. I love the Latin/Cuban style conga playing. You kinda tune in and zone out and the same time. Can't wait to get home to smack n slap mine...
yes indeed
My dad uses to drive us INSANE with these damn things when we were growing up.
daan....
Lol seems funny but also oof
Conga Enders meeting begins at 6:30
Tell him I said THANK YOU!!
Wepa......Great playing.....music 2 my ears......
If that was music I'd rather be deaf !!!!!!!
Definitely dig Ron's playing - I've seen him do it live a few times and he never disappoints! I just wish we could hear him playing some Ritmo congas by Matthew Smith or some vintage valjes or Gon Bops - the skins are so much nicer than the thin, tinny sounding heads that LP provides. Ron def. has the chops and the flavor, just would be nice to hear him on some premium skins..
Congas sound so satisfying
Cool composition, brilliant sound, great imrovisation 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Awesome moves 👍
Great rhythm and nice to see that he enjoying his playing :-D :)
The brother have skills👍🏿👍🏿
Phenomenal
Super conga music!
BEST IN THE BUSINESS. GREAT MUSICALITY , SKILL AND TECHNIQUE. RON IS SO TALENTED. GIVE ME MORE!
Best in what business.
AWESOME
Nice audio quality
Now that's how you tell a story on the congas music with a purpose.....
barks1064 YES!!!
Nothing but sweet beats 👍🏻
Great job. Those are nice.
Mr.Powell...one of the best!
One of the best of the worst
Very nice!
Once again amazing!
Ron Powell is a bad ass and all you guys criticizing him are wanna be Babies!
This man has thrilled audiences all over the world.
He is a Master Percussionist!
Jorge Bermudez I totally agree; I've heard Ron Powell live a number of times & was completely blown away! First off, let's talk about his Tempo: Excellent, right? Then there's his phrasing:: what's NOT to like? What I heard this man do w/ some bongos, congas, wood blocks & rubber mallets left me speechless! He doesn't give a damn about speed & flash, so of course he's an easy target for the negative energy. But this man is for real; don't doubt it. But you have to listen before you can hear it.
+Bill Larstead Thank you sir for your decent comments, I have noticed your comments always respectful and understanding of the concept of music, Cuba is responsible for what is today called Salsa, it came from el Son, Cuba has so many music genres that I forget some at time since I left to the US in the 60s. Cubans play our souls we are not interested in showing off, we feel and so we must play, Son, Mambo, Cha cha cha, Rumba, Danzon, Guaracha, Guarapachangeo, Bata, Son montuno, Mozambique, Comparsa,Abakua, Columbia Habanera, Columbia del Puerto, Yambu, Guiro, Guaguanco, there are more, its all about our heritage, our souls and if you can enjoy it with us, we are that much happier for it. Thank you for your positiveness.
Whatever you say man.
What world ? Mars.
What world ? Mars
Great job 👍
Nice job.
Excellent Ron, you have an original style!
Nice Job Ron... Very cool!
That's funky!
We are all on a different journey; good show chap.
Santana brought me here... what a fantastic sound
Pharaoh Sneferu if u like Santana check out Raul rekow and Karl perazzo
very good
Awesome demo!!
A true master indeed very humble and entertaining.
victor perez
AWESOME BRO
Monster!
Indeed
Excellent
good stuff ron. love hearing you play bruddah
Super
OMG Beautiful. and That Texture
Agree
Awesome
😎
Nicely done
I would like to know.... What exactly did ron do wrong that all you "experts" disliked? Cuz last time I checked he did nothing different than any of us that have been playing for years. He did and used, the same techniques we all use. He has his own style and is damn good at what he does!
Cuz ? Oh. You mean because. You play ? You can't even write a sentence without spelling the words right.
Alex Lopez I know this is five years late but I just want to point out that if you criticize someone’s grammar in a debate or argument, you automatically lose.
Jacqueline ? Says who? When did that become the rule? Shhh...
I have seen him play with Kenny G and he is freakin amazing.
Very good brother Powell... Mulato con sabor! ahí namá
It helps when you've been playing with the world's top artists for almost 40 years when it comes to getting sponsorship
40 years ? Never heard of him.
I can tell you without a doubt ,that Geovanny and all those conga players that you mention, love this mans style.He has his own style,its original.Remember when you play congas you are speaking and telling your feelings.Thats why you can't sound like nobody.And Mr Powell does this very well.
Naww they won’t like him, he’s good but not as a latin percussionist
LP Giovanni Series Congas With Ron Powell Oh yeah!
That is one smooth Solo!!
so cool!
🥁
Love the sound...
awesome!
very inspiring!!!!
🎵
If ANYONE found this exciting and entertaining than you obviously have not ever saw GO GO MICKEY from Washington DC play the congas. In fact he actually has his own signature
LP brand of congas. YES!! That's how good he is! I am not disrespecting Ron but for conga lovers if you want a treat than search for GO GO MICKEY here on youTube and watch him
play. Also he has his own FB page I think and also just view DC Conga players in general the talent in DC on the congas is only bested by the guys in Cuba and P.R.
Only Giovanni and GO GO MICKEY have their own signature series LP congas so I am not just making up stuff. Stop reading and experience the DC Conga talent...life changing.
nice✨
Cool!
Ron Powell vs. Giovanni....who do you think wins?
SPLENDIDA SONORIZZAZIONE 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆
un pure génie
You got yourself a subscriber.
Oh hell naw! Mom where my pots and pans at?
*Joke's aside.. amazing Solo :D
Ever since I heard the music in
THE LOST WORLD JURASSIC PARK, I've been wanting to hear the congas ONLY....without the rest of the instruments that the legendary
JOHN WILLIAMS incorporated into the film's score.
It was my favorite of all the Jurassic PARK (WORLD films, not a big fan)
Films! In part, because of the style of the music in THAT film. Felt like being in a jungle, going to HUNT dinosaurs instead of going to just see them like in the first movie. And then the HUNTER becomes the HUNTED!!
Anyone interested in knowing which scenes or tracks in the film's score in particular used congas?
* Rescuing Sarah (Eddie trying to get the trailers back on the edge of the cliff )
* Roland tranquilizing the male T.Rex
(Track is called RIPPLES, towards the end ofthe track , you'll hear them )
*Raptors in the Long grass
(Don't go into the long grass!!)
( go to 4:40)
th-cam.com/video/DoUpXpUfhsc/w-d-xo.html
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What rhithm is at 2' 19",somedody can tell me please?
What a slap!
Very Cool!
Muy Bueno Hermano
Great wahwah co! There is alot to study here thank you
Long time no see Bro sounds awesome
Didn't John Bonham play part of the Moby Dick drum solo with conga drums?
Oh when the saints tuning? ;-)
Great conga Too bad the camera's shutter speed or frame rate was too slow to see his hands and fingers. You could see which drum he was playing, but you had to listen to understand what his hands were doing. It was real fun to try to play, I'm pretty new, and it took me quite a while to get it right. I still always screw it up, but I love it any way!
He didn't mention the heads were special kevlar heads to withstand the power of his delts and biceps