Alain Pérez

Bassist and vocalist who worked with Irakere and Isaac Delgado — Alain Pérez is one of the most versatile Cuban bass players of his generation, equally capable in timba"> timba, jazz, and son contexts.

About

Alain Pérez was born in Santiago de Cuba and developed his bass technique in the eastern Cuban tradition before moving to Havana, where he worked with major groups including Irakere — Cuba's premier jazz-fusion ensemble — and with Isaac Delgado's timba"> timba band. He has also released material as a solo artist and vocalist.

His bass playing reflects the range of Cuban music from its traditional roots through its contemporary timba"> timba expression. Working with Irakere gave him a sophisticated harmonic and jazz vocabulary; working with Delgado gave him direct experience in the timba"> timba tradition's specific rhythmic demands.