A Radio Show that Amplified the Glorious Sounds of Afro-Cuban Music Is Coming to an End

WDCB's Gary Zidek sits down with Victor Parra, the long-time host of the Mambo Express.

WDCB's Gary Zidek talks to Victor Parra about his life-long passion for Afro-Cuban music and retiring the Mambo Express.

Victor and Connie Parra starting the Mambo Express at WDCB

Victor Parra, WDCB's Gary ZIdek and Connie Parra

Photo of VIctor Parra at his Chicago record store in the early 70's

"I heard the drum, boom-boom ... boom-boom ... and I got hooked" - Victor Parra talking about the first time he heard Cuban music.

Victor Parra and Connie Parra open the Mambo Express on WDCB 90.9/90.7 FM.

The last Mambo Express will air on Sunday 01/13 from 4 - 6 pm on WDCB 90.9/90.7 FM and online at WDCB.org