Cuban 'James Brown' Cimafunk blends Afro-Cuban and American funk
by editors@theworld.org (Meklit Hadero) from The World: Latest Stories on (#75Q39)
Dubbed the "Cuban James Brown," musician Cimafunk refuses to choose between tradition and innovation. After breakout success in Havana, Cimafunk relocated to New Orleans where his unique blend of Afro-Cuban rhythms and American funk found an even broader audience. Cimafunk spoke with Meklit Hadero, of the Movement podcast, about his transformation.