Yasser Tejeda, the award-winning Dominican composer, guitarist, vocalist, and producer, passionately advocates for new generations to explore, promote, and enrich their cultural heritage. With a diverse musical portfolio, Yasser has established himself as a prominent figure in the conversation about Afro-Dominican roots music and its fusion with jazz, rock, and Caribbean rhythms. Mezclansa, his first album, was dubbed one of the 100 essential recordings of Dominican music by the Dominican National Association of Art Writers (Acroarte). His second album, Kijombo, received six awards from the Dominican Republic's Premios Indie, including Best Album, and his latest album, La Madrugá, earned him a nomination for Best Alternative Artist at the Premios Soberano and 7 nominations for the upcoming rendition of Premios Indie in the Dominican Republic. 

 

Yasser's music has captivated audiences globally. Most recently, he appeared as a guest artist at the 2024 Kennedy Center Honors in Washington, D.C., honoring the great Arturo Sandoval. Tejeda has performed at esteemed festivals such as Isle of Light (Dominican Republic), SunFest (Canada), Latinxt (Chicago, IL), and the Afro-Latino Fest (Washington, DC). He has also sold out prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall (Manhattan, New York), Frëims (Mexico City, MX), and the Apollo Music Café (Harlem, New York). Furthermore, his music has been part of the curriculum of renowned institutions like UCLA, Fordham University, Rutgers, and Princeton. As Juan Luis Guerra, the most influential Dominican artist in the world, put it: he’s a “marvelous example of what’s happening with Dominican music.”

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El Mambo Violento

Yasser Tejeda ft. Otoniel Nicolás and Mario Castro

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This project was born from an idea that had been brewing in my mind: to blend merengue mambo (street mambo) with rock, my jazz fusion influences, and experimental music.

I was fortunate enough to create this piece with Read more
This project was born from an idea that had been brewing in my mind: to blend merengue mambo (street mambo) with rock, my jazz fusion influences, and experimental music.

I was fortunate enough to create this piece with my brothers and collaborators Otoniel Nicolás (percussion) and Mario Castro (tenor saxophone and saxophone arrangement). I'm very grateful for their friendship and the magic they bring to my projects and experiments. I hope you enjoy el "Mambo Violento."
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Una Cascada De Miel

Yasser Tejeda

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This composition blends the rhythms of bachata, bolero, and reggae with freshness and elegance. It stands out for its Caribbean nuances, sophisticated harmonies, and a delicate string arrangement that balances tradition Read more

This composition blends the rhythms of bachata, bolero, and reggae with freshness and elegance. It stands out for its Caribbean nuances, sophisticated harmonies, and a delicate string arrangement that balances tradition with modernity. With "Una Cascada de Miel," Tejeda gives bachata a modern twist, incorporating innovative sounds while preserving the essence and simplicity that define the genre. It’s Caribbean music born from the heart—celebrating love in its purest and most genuine form, whether between a couple, within marriage, or towards one’s children.

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Universo Ancestral - Capture Acid Remix

Yasser Tejeda, Capture Acid

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Universo Ancestral - Capture Acid Remix

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Universo Ancestral - Capture Acid Remix is a sonic journey through the ancestral galaxies we carry within. All the frequencies that belong to us today have been part of our ancestors, and that is what we explore with this Read more

Universo Ancestral - Capture Acid Remix is a sonic journey through the ancestral galaxies we carry within. All the frequencies that belong to us today have been part of our ancestors, and that is what we explore with this remix. Inspired by the sea and its connection to the universe, and by the spirits of our ancestors, this song is a rebirth. Musically, it is a fusion of Congo de Villa Mella with house and electronic sounds, exploring and experimenting with ideas of trance, tropical sounds, funk, merengue, and more influences. This creates a journey that spans the past, present, and future. This remix was created and produced by Mario Castro of Capture Acid, and co-produced by Yasser Tejeda of Guitambú Music. ** Universo Ancestral Remix es un viaje sónico a través de las galaxias ancestrales que llevamos dentro. Todas las frecuencias que hoy en día nos pertenecen han sido parte de nuestros ancestros, y eso es lo que exploramos con este remix. Inspirada en el mar y su conexión con el universo, y en los espíritus de nuestros antepasados, esta canción es un renacer. Musicalmente, es una fusión del congo de Villa Mella con house y sonidos electrónicos, explorando y experimentando con ideas de trance, sonidos tropicales, funk, merengue y más influencias. Esto crea un viaje que abarca el pasado, el presente y el futuro. Este remix fue creado y producido por Mario Castro de Capture Acid, y coproducido por Yasser Tejeda de Guitambú Music.

Credits Mario Castro: Tenor Saxophone, Horn Arrangements, Synthesizers, Recording Engineer, Mixing Engineer Yasser Tejeda: Guitars, Vocals, Background Vocals Travis Antoine: Trumpet Francis Peña: Drums Jonathan Troncoso: Percussion

Recorded at Capture Acid in New York City Mixed by Mario Castro Mastered by Marty Harris Produced by Mario Castro for Capture Acid Co-produced by Yasser Tejeda for Guitambú Music Productions Art by FJ Soriano Photo by Sulion Sang

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EL SOL DE LA MADRUGÁ TEE

Yellow hues and red tones accompany this new version of El Sol De La Madrugá Tee, designed in collaboration with Dominican artist Freddie Muñoz.