“New Jazz Underground cultivates the soil where the roots of modern jazz and Afro-Cuban music intertwine.“
Bandcamp, Best Jazz of January 24’
“NJU showcase an entirely new dimension to their music with the project immersed within Latin American and Cuban rhythms masterfully interspersed with the progressive take on contemporary jazz.”
Blue In Green Radio
Abdias Armenteros, as co-leader of New Jazz Underground, exuberantly embraces his Cuban heritage by skillfully interlacing modern jazz with the rich tapestry of Afro-Cuban musical traditions. Cultivating an ethos of collaboration and cultural interchange, the trio augments NJU by incorporating the groundbreaking talents of young Afro-Cuban artists, imparting a vibrant and contemporary musical perspective. The inaugural installment of the Afro Cuban Modernism series "Harlem to Havana", features the exceptional performances and compositions by Axel Tosca and Gina D'soto which brilliantly illuminate the depth and vibrancy of Cuba's modern cultural heritage. This captivating project not only serves as a showcase for the inherent beauty of Cuba's musical legacy but also sets a benchmark for the boundless possibilities of its re-interpretation in modern music.