Written and photos by James Cudjo
Fantastic Negrito returned to Austin on Thursday night at Antone’s in support of his latest release, “Please Don’t Be Dead”. The follow-up to his 2017 Grammy Award winning, “The Last Days of Oakland”. Fantastic Negrito is the consummate story-teller, from the moment he stepped onto the stage in his flamboyant clothing he grabbed the audience by the collars and whispered in their ears, “Prepare yourself for a ride!” I have watched Fantastic Negrito perform several times and always walk away entertained, inspired and amazed at the energy that he releases on stage and into the audience. You cannot see this artist perform and not move your body. If possible his band gets better every time I see them. Anchored by his right-hand man and lead guitarist, Tomas Salcedo, the latest rendition of his band is for lack of a better word, fantastic! Whether a small intimate setting like Antone’s or a big festival event, if Fantastic Negrito is on the bill, go see him! You won’t soon forget it!
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