TOMAS PENA
“Tomas Peña is a pioneer in documenting jazz and Latin music; one of the rare writers with the background and experience who is truly qualified to comment on both genres and all their permutations. He has a great ear, an encyclopedic knowledge honed by years of being on the scene, and an unfailing sense of adventure that drives him to seek out the newest trends in music and recognize yet to be discovered, artists. His blog is a unique resource of wide-ranging and in-depth articles on the most significant recordings and performances happening in New York – and the musicians who create them. He shines a light on cutting-edge work that might not be known about if not for him. As a presenter of new music, I rely on Jazzdelapena.com to get the word out to the world.”
Dita Sullivan, Curator New Dimensions in Latin Jazz, The Dance of Eleggua, Midnight Rumba
“Tomas Peña is one of the most knowledgeable journalists in today’s Latin-Jazz scene. He supports the newer generation of artists and his writings are full of passion and great sensitivity for the music. I recommend you to navigate in Jazzdelapena.com to keep yourself updated on what is happening – or about to happen in the music.”
Dafnis Prieto, Drummer, Composer, and Educator.
“A graduate of Empire State College with a dual major in journalism and Latin American studies, Tomas Peña has spent years applying his knowledge and writing skills to the promotion of great musicians. A specialist in the crossroads between jazz and Latin music, Peña has written extensively on the subject. His writing has appeared throughout the internet while he worked as a contributing writer for All About Jazz, Jazz.com, and The Latin Jazz Network. Throughout his work, Peña has conducted over 100 interviews with artists, building connections and getting the true scoop on the music. He worked in radio as the host of Under the Radar on WFDU 89.1 FM and infused his local community with musical knowledge as a member of The New Jersey Performing Arts Center’s Advisory Board. Peña carries experience and insight into his work.”
Chip Boaz – The Latin Jazz Corner
Dita Sullivan, Curator New Dimensions in Latin Jazz, The Dance of Eleggua, Midnight Rumba
“Tomas Peña is one of the most knowledgeable journalists in today’s Latin-Jazz scene. He supports the newer generation of artists and his writings are full of passion and great sensitivity for the music. I recommend you to navigate in Jazzdelapena.com to keep yourself updated on what is happening – or about to happen in the music.”
Dafnis Prieto, Drummer, Composer, and Educator.
“A graduate of Empire State College with a dual major in journalism and Latin American studies, Tomas Peña has spent years applying his knowledge and writing skills to the promotion of great musicians. A specialist in the crossroads between jazz and Latin music, Peña has written extensively on the subject. His writing has appeared throughout the internet while he worked as a contributing writer for All About Jazz, Jazz.com, and The Latin Jazz Network. Throughout his work, Peña has conducted over 100 interviews with artists, building connections and getting the true scoop on the music. He worked in radio as the host of Under the Radar on WFDU 89.1 FM and infused his local community with musical knowledge as a member of The New Jersey Performing Arts Center’s Advisory Board. Peña carries experience and insight into his work.”
Chip Boaz – The Latin Jazz Corner