"Mangroove" is an experienced and well-seasoned ensemble specializing in hard-swinging jazz, latin jazz, and cocktail music, inclusive of Nat King Cole and Frank Sinatra tunes. Manny has previously performed at Boston's Scullers Jazz Club to SOLD OUT audiences. An occasional 'popular' tune is interwoven into the band's repertoire. "Mangroove" often features guest vocalists and touring musicians.

This drummer/vocalist has performed with such distinguished artists and educators as MAYA ANGELOU and has also performed with STEVEN TYLER of AEROSMITH. Manny has also worked with such noteables as MAURICE STARR, ANDRE WARD, DONALD HARRISON, and the late SABBY LEWIS, to name but a few. "Mangroove" also performed with 6-time Grammy Award nominee KURT ELLING at the Democratic National Convention.

"Mangroove" may be seen performing some jazz as well as blues, "Old School," and nostalgic love songs.

"Mangroove" has recently moved to Wilmington, NC where he is developing a musician network and is actively performing with area greats such as DOUG IRVING and BENNY HILL.

Whether planning a wedding reception, cocktail party, corporate awards banquet, or birthday party "Mangroove" is the group for you. Music is provided for your listening and dancing pleasure. ("Mangroove" is also known to be quite interactive with their audience, should the occasion be so appropriate).

***'Mangroove' was a CERTIFIED VENDOR for the Democratic National Convention, Boston 2004.***

(Manny Santos is featured on the following recordings: 'Cartagena,' The Geoffrey Hicks Quartet, available on Amazon.com; 'No Place To Hide,' by Treg Monty, CDFreedom.com; 'Echoing,' by Willie Sordillo, Amazon.com; and recently-released 'The Sum Of Me,' by Candida Rose)