It is with great pleasure to share the world premiere of another exciting music video from Milly Riquelme’s debut album NOSTALGIA CUBANA. We present to you – Veinte Años.
This habanera style song, performed by Milly Riquelme, featuring the Trio Alter Ego, was written and premiered in 1935 by María Teresa Vera with lyrics by Guillermina Aramburu. It is one of the eternal classics of Cuban music, being specifically a work of trova, which is troubadour music written for guitar and voice, and originally performed by duos, trios and small ensembles.
Veinte Años can be found on Milly’s recently released debut album NOSTALGIA CUBANA, available exclusively via my website. You’ll find the purchase buttons for it here on this page below.
The video was filmed at THE LIFE FACTORY, Glastonbury, UK September 2021
Musicians Milly Riquelme – Piano/Vocals
Featuring – Trio Alter Ego
Recording/Production – Tom Toomey Blue Door Studios
Mixing/Mastering – Mike Trim
Cameras – Dan Keeble, Peter Bluck
Editor – Peter Bluck
Publicity (US and UK) Shelley Rodner DDI
A bit of background about this beautiful video and the amazing trio performing in it with Milly –
Trio Alter Ego emerged in Cuba in 2005, under the direction of the lute player Diego Santiago.
This gifted trio uses a wide range of instruments that include the Tres and Cuban lute. Their music encompasses the evolution of traditional Cuban genres, with their own unique style without abandoning the essence of instrumental concert music.
The concept for this group was created from the idea of tackling a wide repertoire of works by not only Cuban composers, but also Latin American and Caribbean ones, enriching its sound with a wide tapestry of musical genres, interpreted with touches of improvisation and an uplifting rhythm.
Alter Ego is comprised of Diego Santiago, Maryla Díaz and Miguel Véliz. These three musicians graduated from the Higher Institute of Art in Havana. At the time, Milly Riquelme was also a student there, which lead to a close friendship with Maryla.
Recently Milly and Maryla had the good fortune to reconnect again after many years. The trio was then asked to take part in Milly’s Album Nostalgia Cubana, to perform the the traditional folk song, Veinte Años. The results are pure magic.
Be sure to also check out Trio Alter Ego’s YouTube channel – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG1R0oJ5g0l1dippjg9wppg
English translation –
Twenty Years ( Veinte Años)
Why do you care I love you,
if you don’t love me anymore?
The love which has already happened
doesn’t have to be reminded.
I was the illusion of your life
one day far away now,
Today I represent the past,
I can’t be satisfied.
If we could reach
the things we want,
you would love me the same way
you loved me twenty years ago.
With such a sadness we look
at a love that is gone.
It is a piece of the soul
that is started without pity.
Drum roll please as we announce the world premiere of the music video DOS GARDENIAS, performed by Milly Riquelme.
This beautiful bolero song, written by Cuban composer and pianist Isolina Carrillo can be found on Milly’s recently released debut album NOSTALGIA CUBANA.
Available exclusively here on my website, under the GIANT RECORDS
The beautiful video was filmed at THE LIFE FACTORY, Glastonbury, UK September 2021
Musicians Milly Riquelme – Piano/Vocals
Tom Toomey – Guitar
Recording/Production – Tom Toomey Blue Door Studios
Mixing/Mastering – Mike Trim
Cameras – Dan Keeble, Peter Bluck
Editor – Peter Bluck
Publicity (US and UK) Shelley Rodner DDI
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NOSTALGIA CUBANA …..AVAILABLE NOW!
NOSTALGIA CUBANA is the stunning new debut album from Cuban born singer and pianist, Mlly Riquelme.
This beautifully curated collection of tracks is a compilation of Milly’s favorite songs.
Each one taking the listener on a rich path that travels through old and new worlds. From traditional Cuban songs and international repertoire, to The Vieja Trova Santiaguera, Milly’s heartfelt interpretation of each song provides a wonderful snap shot into just some of her childhood memories.
Milly has dedicated Nostalgia Cubana to so many thoughts connected to her cherished past
– her grandmother Alicia who never stopped believing in her, and family, the Conservatory, the choirs, and to remembering the streets of Havana and Santiago, the music that still rumbles in her ears, the passion for life, the love ….!
Produced by Tom Toomey at BLUE DOOR STUDIOS for GIANT RECORDS
NOSTALGIA CUBANA CD Physical copies
Purchases can be made using the PayPal buttons shown below. When ordering a physical copy, simply provide where you would like your order shipped.
Please allow 7-12 business days for the album to arrive.
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Physical copies : This album is a total of £16.20 which includes international shipping/handling.
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Physical copies : This album is a total of £13.50 which includes domestic shipping/handling.
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Physical copies : This album is a total of £15.45 which includes international shipping/handling.
Milly will be happy to sign each copy ordered of her album. All information on how to place your order for physical copies is shown above.
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NOSTALGIA CUBANA is also available in entirety for download.
You may purchase your download using the PayPal button shown here below. Simply include in the comments section on PayPal the email address where you’d like your download to be sent. Once your order has been processed you will receive an email with a custom download link created just for you. It’s just that easy! Your link will be good for one week from the date it was sent.
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It is with great pleasure to announce another one of the latest projects that I’ve been working on:
THE WORLD KEEPS TURNING
by singer, songwriter, guitarist LAZ CLEMENTS.
THE WORLD KEEPS TURNING is an exciting collection of original music written by Laz. The album was produced, engineered and mixed by me in my Blue Door Studio (as well as playing on it!)
For those not familiar with Laz Clements, he is a UK based artist playing, writing and singing wherever his music takes him. Over the years he has created a rich tapestry of original songs. His writing reflects many of his own personal experiences and life lessons. Laz frequently performs his music at venues throughout the area.
The list of musicians who have lent their energy and genius performing with Laz on this album is quite exciting:
Laz Clements (Acoustic Guitar, Vocals)
Tom Toomey (Electric & Acoustic Guitars & Ukulele, Backing Vocals)
Laurence Cummins (Bass Guitar)
Dave Wallace (Drums & Percussion)
Stuart Curtin (12 String Acoustic Guitar, Backing Vocals)
Bill Mudge (Piano, Organ, Keyboards, & Accordian)
John Archer (Harmonica)
John Devine (Flute & Uillean Pipes)
Peter Maxfield (Upright Bass)
Chris Haigh (Violin)
Terry Quinney (Saxophone)
The Shiels (Mandolin)
Norda Mullen (Flute/ Track 7)
Ryan Leese (Drums/ Track 3)
Vivienne Boucherat (Backing Vocals)
Chris White (Backing Vocals)
Milly Riquelme (Backing Vocals, String Arrangement Tracks 9 & 10 and Piano Track 5)
Martin Emslie (String Arrangement Tracks 9 & 10)
Alicia Toomey (Backing Vocals)
Savannah Toomey (Backing Vocals)
All songs written by Laz Clements
Produced and Engineered by Tom Toomey
Mastered by Chapel Kensington SRT
Artwork and Photography by Ryan Leese
International Promotion/Public Relations and Videos by Shelley Rodner
Thank you for supporting the music of indy artists everywhere!
THE WORLD KEEPS TURNING, both physical copies and downloads, are now available here exclusively via my website tomtoomey.com, under the GIANT RECORDS label.
Purchases can be made using the PayPal buttons shown below. When ordering a physical copy, simply provide where you would like your order shipped.
Please allow 7-10 business days for the album to arrive.
For download purchases, be sure to provide the email where you would like your custom link to be sent. It’s just that easy.
Pricing is in British pounds only. Please note the shipping/handling fees for your area. The current exchange rate at the time of purchase will apply.
UK (domestic/First Class)
Physical copies: TOTAL £13.50 (£12.00 plus £1.50 shipping/handling)
EUROPE
Physical copies: TOTAL £15.00 (£12.00 plus £3.00 shipping/handling)
USA (mainland only)
Physical copies: TOTAL £17.00 (£12.00 plus £5.00 shipping/handling)
DOWNLOADS
A download (offered in entirety/full album 10 tracks) is £12. For purchases outside of the UK, please check for the prevailing exchange rate.
And be sure to checkout another one of Tom’s productions-
COLD COFFEE MORNING by singer, songwriter guitarist LAZ CLEMENTS.
Cold Coffee Morning is a jaw dropping collection of original music written by Laz. The list of world class guest artists involved with this project is quite impressive, and includes Tom Toomey ( lead guitarist with legendary band The Zombies) who has produced, engineered and mixed the EP, as well as performing on it
For those not familiar with Laz Clements, he is a UK based artist playing, writing and singing wherever his music takes him. Over the years he has created a rich tapestry of original songs. His writing reflects many of his own personal experiences and life lessons. Laz frequently performs his music at venues throughout the area.
COLD COFFEE MORNING showcases some of his favorite original tracks. The EP is now available with a full album to follow.
Here are some of the musicians who have lent their energy and genius performing with Laz on this EP. They include:
Tom Toomey (guitar/vocals), Dave Wallace (Drums) Ryan Leese (Drums track two),
Laurence Cummins (Bass) Norda Mullen (Flute), Terry Quinney (Saxophone) Jon Archer (Harmonica), Bill Mudge (piano)
Milly Riquelme (Backing vocals) Viv Boucherat (Backing vocals)
Physical copies and downloads may be ordered exclusively here via tomtoomey.com.
Purchases may be made using the PayPal buttons shown below. When ordering a physical copy, simply provide where you would like your order shipped.
Please allow 7-10 business days for the EP to arrive.
For download purchases,be sure to provide the email where you would like your custom link to be sent. It’s just that easy.
Pricing is in British pounds only. Please note the shipping/handling fees for your area. The current exchange rate at the time of purchase will apply.
UK (domestic)
Physical copies: TOTAL £6 (£5.00 plus £1.00 shipping/handling)
USA (mainland only)
Physical copies: TOTAL £8.30 (£5.00 plus £3.30 shipping/handling)
EUROPE
Physical copies: TOTAL £7.65 (£5.00 plus £2.65 shipping/handling)
DOWNLOADS (Full EP/ all four tracks) £5.00