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Puerto Rican Musician Blends Caribbean Rhythms, Southwest

William Portela Spot
AZPM
William Portela, "Chillie Willie Groove" percussionist, performs an eclectic mix of Latin rhythms and soul from his CD, Only the Beginning, at the Montery Court in Tucson Arizona.

Chilie Willie Groove is the stage name of multi-instrumentalist and percussionist William Portela. His music reflects his travels - across continents, and cultures - and drew large crowds to the outdoor concert venue of Monterey Court.

His journey started in Puerto Rico, and eventually brought Portela to Southern Arizona where he leads a Latin jazz band that plays shows year round.