“Kidjo’s heartfelt, swinging tribute to Celia Cruz was one of the most powerful and uplifting performances of the year.”

“Bringing along New York-based, Cuban-born conga master Pedrito Martinez was an excellent choice–Martinez’s group brought the real deal Havana sound that Kidjo needed to support her magnificent voice. Kidjo’s interpretation of Cruz’s voice and music was beautiful and faithful, even peppering every song with Cruz’s signature exclamation, “Azucar!”