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“Plena Libre is one of the most outstanding shows we’ve ever had. Latin music is always popular here, but this show was exceptionally well received. The audience danced by the dozens in the aisles in a way we’ve not seen before. The energy, enthusiasm and musicianship under Gary Nuñez is superb. It’s an outstanding show and I would have them back in a heartbeat. Plena Libre is superlative and excellent in every way.” — Michael Savage, director, Napa Valley Opera House
“...a mad weave of polyrhythms that simply sizzle.” — The Boston Herald
“The crowd went wild.” —Sun Sentinel (Florida)
“Plena Libre has given a new era to this wonderful rhythm plena” — Daily News (NYC)
“The biggest band to play plena… Plena Libre know the tradition but aren't afraid to draw upon stuff from outside the genre to keep it fresh” — The Village Voice
“Where would the contemporary bomba and plena be without Gary Nuñez of Plena Libre” (5 Star Review) — The New York Post
“Plena Libre stole the show.” — Latin Beat Magazine
“The band… conquered the stage with their unique, yet sophisticated sound, a fascinating blend of folkloric tunes with contemporary beats such as salsa, samba and reggae. To watch a Plena Libre’s performance is to witness a realm where tradition truly meets modernity.” — NY Mosaico
“Plena Libre made a strong impression because of their musicality, togetherness, growth and dynamism on stage.” — El Nuevo Día (Puerto Rico)
“Tropical music will never be the same after the emerging of the vigorous group, Plena Libre.” — The San Juan Star
“Tres chic” — Liberation (France)
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