“Afro-Cuban Funk is Cuban music for the new generation. And the leader of the sound is the Miami based band PALO!” New York Post

The songs & sounds of Miami’s PALO! is actually a big inspiration for not only the latin & cuban music at Maduro Cigar Bar & Lounge but also the entire ambiance & environment. While working on the final plans & preparations for Maduro over the past few years, PALO! was played probably more than any other band. Chances are if you’ve been to Maduro, especially at night, you’ve heard the album many times! Michael Peace, owner, Maduro Cigar Bar & Lounge

“…a highly FUNKified, folklore-jazz number with inflections of timba, salsa and even a bit of R&B. Yoruba Funk Party music at its best.  Descarga.com

Steve Roitstein on Cuban music and striking a chord in Little Havana. Franz Strasser, BBC

In praise of our music, Joe Cardona, Miami Herald

“The band’s sound is uniquely local, a pulsing tale of blurred borders and blended cultures.” Lydia Martin, Miami Herald

This won’t ever become Top 40 (and I mean that in a good way), but musicians and people who also appreciate deep funk should investigate this. Bill Tilford, Timba.com

“Thanks to @gopalo for an amazing show + SLAMMIN’ #music. No one can touch their Afro-Cuban Funk.” (Javier Torres, director, Villa Victoria Center for the Arts in Boston.)

“There’s a certain rasp to Cartaya’s pipes that works so well with the rustic sounds Palo! produces. It’s difficult to pick a favorite song off This is Afro-Cuban Funk as they have been playing on my iPod all week…” nochelatina.com

“Palo is fun, energetic and creative. Phenominal music that makes you want to get up and dance till your bones fall apart. Great album, great band, great times!!!” iTunes Review