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“Boricuas En Nueva York” the new from Marlow Rosado and Frankie Negrón

Meet Marlow Rosado, a Talented Pianist

Marlow Rosado is a versatile artist with a born talent, a pianist, arranger, writer and orchestra director. His genres are quite diverse, and they have given him a great career path within music. Among his genres we can find merengue, jazz, bachata, salsa, reggaeton, rock and cumbia. His amazing abilities have taken him to participate in some big and high profile productions. He has collaborated with renown artists such as Alejandra Guzmán, Ricardo Montaner, Elvis Crespo, Marc Anthony, Celia Cruz, Selena, Olga Tañón, El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico and Ricky Martin.

Rosado was born in Puerto Rico, but from a young age he moved to Florida. In the USA he had the opportunity to study music, and he specialized in jazz. He started to participate as a teacher in his area, while sharing his knowledge. Also, he was part of some groups as director, musician and composer.

I was formed in orchestras in which the architect was the director, the musician, not just the singer like La Fania, and so many others. I loved mine “La Riqueña” with the best musicians that I’ve met along these years. Then, I made an album my way. An album that you can make when you don’t have any kind of limitations”, he expressed.

His New Adventure is “Boricuas en Nueva York”

The artist has obtained on two occasions the coveted Latin Grammy. Now, he presents “Boricuas en Nueva York” with another Puerto Rican Frankie Negrón, and hand in hand with the record company JN Music Group.

Marlow Rosado is releasing “Boricuas en Nueva York” junto a Frankie Negrón.

Since a couple of weeks the single has been on different digital platforms, and on YouTube the numbers keep rising. It has lyrics, production, and arrangements by Marlow himself, but it doesn’t have a music video, just a flyer with the name and Rosado’s picture.

Está botao el boricua en New York (está botao), está botao el boricua en New York (el boricua de Nueva York, está botao el boricua en New York (el jibarito está botao), está botao el boricua en New York”, it’s the song’s chorus.

As it was expected, the production is full of caribbean rhythms, especially Puerto Rican salsa where it feels his pride for his country. It lasts around two minutes, and has a catchy melody. “Boricuas en New York” is the first single of Marlow’s new musical production named “Los Colores de la Salsa” which is expected shortly, because there have been some last minute adjustments.

Rosado announced the single’s release through his Instagram profile, and stated that it will be an incredible album. He also thanked Negrón participation.

Here is Boricuas en New York. Marlow Rosado and Franklin Negrón. ENJOY IT MY PEOPLE”, he posted with a lyrics video.

Rosado performs in different latin establishments in Miami city. He is known as the music’s Dalí, because the magic that he produces when playing piano, can be compared to the famous painter’s brushes. Definitely, he is a highly talented jazz pianist, and his name will continue to be heard within the industry.

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Meet Gerardo Osvaldo Russo

Meet Gerardo Osvaldo Russo, director of the Salsa y Sentimiento Academy and organizer of the San Clemente Salsa Congress

Gerardo Osvaldo Russo was born on July 3, 1984, lives in a small town called San Clemente Del Tuyú, Argentina; He mentions his tastes for salsa and Latin rhythms and tells us that in 2005 he began to dance and listen to salsa and from that moment his taste and passion began, then he went on to dance other Caribbean rhythms. As of 2009 I have been teaching Caribbean Rhythms in the “SAOCO” studio, which is one of the best places to train in your country, for that I had to travel every week since it is 300 kilometers away from where I lived. I made an important decision which was to dedicate myself completely to teaching and then in the future to be able to create new projects that I already had in mind.

He mentions that the city where he lives had no way of training, since there were few resources and he could not do everything he had in mind, and his motivation was to grow personally as a teacher and dancer and thus be able to put all the knowledge he was acquiring. to the people who went to his classes.

For the year 2008 he began to teach at the beginning as a hobby for a year and a half until he made the decision to work 100% in his profession; Therefore, today it has its own Dance Academy called “Academia Salsa y Sentimiento” which was inaugurated in 2012 where he is currently coordinator and teacher; He has also been in charge of organizing the “San Clemente Salsa Congress” for about 3 years and for his institution he holds Salsa, Bachata and other Caribbean rhythms every year, these include seminars and trainings with teachers of high quality and experience.

San Clemente Salsa Congress 2020 Online with John Moon

The reason that allowed the inauguration of the “Academia Salsa y Sentimiento” was basically that there was a need in the people not only of their city, but also of the neighboring cities of Puerto de la Costa, which is the region to which San Clemente del Tuyú and thus had the opportunity to learn to dance, express himself, find a place of liberation and belonging and also be able to meet people and socialize; For this reason, it is known for being the first dance academy registered in the entire region, feeling very proud of its work team and of itself. In a few words, they mention that their goal has always been for people to identify with the activities they do, find a place where they can learn and have fun, as well as recharge. Students entering this academy may do so without any experience or knowledge of the rhythm they wish to practice. For this year 2020 they will inaugurate their official website to have more information and not only information through their Facebook account.

In the academy you start from scratch but people who already have knowledge can also come because we have several levels. We work with people from 3 years onwards.

The biggest goal to be achieved was to create an International Salsa Congress where they proposed to bring their students to compete; and in 2016 they were able to do it with the reggaeton group with professor “Maximiliano Laplaca” reaching the finals of one of the most important competitions in Argentina and South America called “Argentine Aerobic and Dance Tournament” (TAAD).

For this year, together with other companies in the city, they are working to provide benefits to their students and not only have the possibility of learning and having fun, but they can also access discounts and benefits in stores in San Clemente. There is also a project for a few years from now, and that is to be able to train teachers to leave our Academy.

At the end he gives us a message for both students and future learners

“My message is as a teacher but fundamentally as a human being is that they do not stop going in search of their dreams, as long as they work hard with responsibility, passion and respect for things can be achieved. To also tell anyone who wants to come to the Salsa y Sentimiento Academy, they will find a place not only where they can learn to dance and train, but also a human group of contention, a place where they can freely express and bring out everything they carry inside. Adults and children who are united by the passion for dancing. Teachers who love what they do and want to pass it on to new generations. Always open to the possibility of listening to anyone who has new ideas to build a better Academy Salsa y Sentimiento every year ”

Members Salsa y Sentimiento Academy — Members of the Salsa y Sentimiento Academy

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San Clemente Salsa Congress

Salsa San Clemente 2020 Congress online starts today:

The month of December 2020 has already begun, a very difficult year for everyone worldwide due to the covid-19 pandemic that hit us all at the end of 2019 and others in 2020; despite the fact that our lifestyle has changed at all levels (social, economic and political); However, this did not stop our activities but with more caution when doing them, including the use of the Internet to do work at home in most jobs.

Already adapting and looking for a way to try to make these quarantine times more pleasant and not monotonous of routine life at home, many events have been carried out with great success online since people enjoy recreational activities and there is nothing better than an event especially if it is musical that one can attend without putting oneself in danger of being infected.

Among the events that will be held in December 2020, one will be held in Argentina, from December four (4) to eight (8), the San Clemente Salsa Congress 2020 Online, where the Workshops will be held every day, music live, shows, presentation of live DJs, interaction with the public and raffles.

Its name derives from the Argentine seaside resort and tourist city of La Costa in the province of Buenos Aires, called San Clemente del Tuyú, which is located on the northern coast of the Argentine Sea. Its organizer is Mr. Gerardo Osvaldo Russo who was born on July 3, 1984 who lives in the beautiful city of San Clemente del Tuyu, who in turn is the director of the Salsa y Sentimiento Academy and has extensive experience in the tropical musical genre already performed by the Caribbean Rhythms faculty in the “SAOCO” study.

It would be this year the seventh (7th) International Congress of Salsa, Bachata and Caribbean Rhythms and in turn known as the most important congress of the Atlantic Coast, Argentina, only this time due to the Covid-19 pandemic situation it will be held Online for the safety of your guests

The schedule of activities would be as follows:

Friday 4: the presentation of the congress will be held, live music with Cuban singer Elena Guarner and DJ Charlie Ayestaran, shows and talks will be held with the subscribed guests.
Saturday 5:
- 14:00 hrs: musicality with Mauro Álvarez
- 15:00 hrs: Rumba / Guaguanco with Adriel and Malena.
- 16:00 hrs: Mambo in two / free steps with Martin Ayrala.
- 17:00 hrs: Musical Interpretation with Carlos Aragón and Gustavo Pinat.
- At night there will be live music with Mariano Ávila (Argentine singer), then choreographic shows, talks, raffles and DJ Caramelo will be playing.
Sunday 6:
- 15:00 hrs: Bachata / shines and figures with Paula Urquiza and Gabriel Zamora.
- 16:00 hrs: Cha cha cha / free steps with Sole Martino and Diego Castro.
- 17:00 hrs: Salsa on 1 / Shines and figures with Carine Moraes and Rafael Barros.
- At night there will be live music with Aye Soto, Argentine bachata singer, then choreographic shows, talks, raffles and DJ John Moon will be playing.
Monday 7:
- 14:00 hrs: Timba with Tati Barbosa and Dani Escobar.
- 15:00 hrs: Salsa On 2 with the Timbaleros
- 16:00 hrs: Latin Training with Gabriela Mancini
- 17:00 hrs: Dominican Bachata with Leticia Beltran and Gabriel Salgado.
- At night there will be live music with the Chasumadre Orchestra, talks, shows, choreography and raffles.
Tuesday 8:
- 15:00 hrs: Casino wheel with Adrian Doblas.
- 16:00 hrs: Bachata / shines and figures with Mauricio and Natalia
- 17:00 hrs: Timba with Celina and Lucho.

Subscription is 100% free and live a healthy and safe adventure inside your home, just by having your computer and internet access, do not miss this great opportunity.

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Eduardo Herrera. The Man Behind Every Song – The Story of His Music

Latin America / Puerto Rico / Puerto Rico

“There’s a wide variety of artists, singers, and famous orchestras in different parts of the world, but that doesn’t mean you can’t discover new artists who have the motivation and desire to boost their musical talent. Here, we have as our guest Eduardo Herrera, a salsa and ballad singer.

Eduardo is the son of Puerto Rican parents, raised in New York with a ‘boricua sazón’ (Puerto Rican flavor/style). From a very young age, he fell in love with music, and over time, he gained many musical experiences in different genres with Latin nuances and foreign fusions.

He mentions that when he was younger, he participated in youth choirs on stages and attended concerts of great artists, learning the lyrics of urban music. As time passed, he captivated the perfect school that shaped his unique style; it includes spiritual music, Latin rhythms, and the influence of American styles without abandoning his Puerto Rican roots. He also mentions that he had the opportunity to share and collaborate with very famous artists who influenced him with their exceptional style and talent, even to this day.

Eduardo Herrera comments that his music is a collection of life experiences that many people identify with. It has no age or time; it has ‘sazón,’ Caribbean rhythm, and soulfulness.

It simply identifies what no one else sees or knows in or about you. In fact, his songs tell stories; they tell your life, his, and mine. Each story on a bus or train in New York, each event in family life or with a stranger, the stories of the fans, among others.”

“Eduardo Herrera comments that his music is a collection of life experiences that many people identify with. It has no age or time; it has ‘sazón,’ Caribbean rhythm, and soulfulness.

When you hear the melody, you fall in love; when you pay attention to the lyrics, you are captivated; when you listen to it again, you turn it into something that identifies you, regardless of your age, race, condition, or gender. It simply identifies what no one else sees or knows in or about you. In fact, his songs tell stories; they tell your life, his, and mine. Each story on a bus or train in New York, each event in family life or with a stranger, the stories of the fans, among others.

Eduardo Herrera - El Amor — Eduardo Herrera – El Amor

In the course of his life, he mentions that it was a transition as he went through many positive and negative life experiences, which allowed him to gain different meanings for the emotions he felt, whether real or false. All these experiences helped him help others, such as in personal growth.

In ‘Salsa‘ and ‘Balada,’ he has found his perfect space to express what he carries in his life’s baggage. Hoping that many couples will have a happy life to the rhythm of his music. Eduardo told us, ‘To achieve that emotional catharsis that lifts you up from any tragedy, it is necessary to LOVE YOURSELF BEFORE LOVING SOMEONE.’ So remember that when you listen to Eduardo Herrera’s music: ‘LOVE YOURSELF BEFORE LOVING SOMEONE.’

Recognizing the value of an individual and appreciating their abilities while learning from mistakes, that is what defines every song you will hear from Eduardo. The message will arrive; it’s up to you for the outcome to be happy. Because you learn from the difficulties in the process, the final result depends on how you handle the ‘tests’ to qualify yourself in feelings for the life you choose to live.

If you wish to know more about him:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eduardoherrerasalsa
Instagram: eduardoherrerasalsa
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 787 399 5064

The Williamsburg Salsa Orchestra: electrifying fusion and salsa flavored with indie rock

The Williamsburg Salsa Orchestra is an 11-member musical group that, as the name suggests, uses salsa as its foundation but also mixes it with other genres such as funk and indie rock to make its music distinct. This combination of beats has led the orchestra to be internationally recognized for its explosive arrangements, modern touches, and repertoire inspired by Anglo-Saxon artists.

Today we are here with arranger and percussionist Gianni Mano (founder) and Argentine singer Solange Prat (vocalist) to find out about their beginnings, the current situation of the orchestra, their roles in the project, and much more.

Solange Prat and Gianni Mano — Argentine singer Solange Prat and American bandleader Gianni Mano

Gianni and Solange’s musical awakening

Gianni began his first address by sharing that his family had some musicians back several generations, but his own interest in music aroused in his childhood. It was then that his parents enrolled him in piano lessons, but his taste for Afro-Cuban and Afro-Caribbean music settled in when he was a teenager, recently moved to Miami to attend college.

In the late 1980s, he got a job at a nightclub, where he discovered hits from great artists who would inspire him in the future, such as Cuban musician and percussionist Carlos “Patato” Valdés. When he listened to the artist, Gianni could hardly credit how wonderful and different it was what captivated his ears.

By the time, the young man was studying percussion focused mainly on classical music, but the impact of those rhythms he had heard was such that he wanted to know much more about them. This led him to move to New York and hire private teachers to know more about salsa, Afro-Cuban, and Nuyorican music, because when heard them, he discovered that this was what he wanted to dedicate himself on an artistic level. He assured us that it is always best to learn music directly from those who play it, so it was the best decision he could take.

The musician assured us that, at that moment, he could not believe the world he was missing, but when he found it, he did not let it slide.

At this point, Solange joined us and said her interest in music began in her native Argentina, where her parents always listened to Gloria Estefan, Juan Luis Guerra, and other artists of this type. On her mother’s side of the family, some relatives played the guitar and a lot of Argentine folk music such as sambas and chacareras, so she had a lot of contact with that music and eventually started singing at a very young age.

Gianni playing live — Gianni Mano playing live at Brooklyn Bowl

Since the girl used to sing all the time, her mother enrolled her in singing lessons until she got her first opportunity in a band at the age of 15. Added to that she spent about six months on a cruise in the Caribbean, and when she came back, she wanted to continue training on an artistic level, but with a focus on the music she had been listening to during her trip.

Sometime later, she went to visit a friend in New York, and it was there that she met Gianni, who asked her to join The Williamsburg Salsa Orchestra, which was already founded. It was something very new for her, as she had never sung salsa before, but she accepted the challenge anyway, and Gianni served as a mentor for her at all times.

Gianni as an arranger

As for his role as an arranger, Gianni told us that, when he left his previous job to devote himself entirely to music, he spent oceans of time transcribing arrangements of other artists’ songs to see how they worked. He remembers that the first song with which he tried this was one by Tito Puente, but then he did the same thing with hundreds more.

For a long time, he listened to all these pieces hundreds of times to understand the form of a salsa-based song and how it needs to be structured for the enjoyment of the dancer on the dance floor. That is how he began to write his own arrangements, although acknowledging that they were not all that good at first, so he had to practice a lot.

His coexistence with groups of different genres and practice with various types of instruments helped him greatly to master this area in all styles.

Solange Prat singing at the Sofar Sounds New York

The Williamsburg Salsa Orchestra

In 2009, Gianni was making some demos and garnered rave reviews, so he felt ready to start his own musical project, but obviously he could not do everything alone. He began to place ads in online newspapers to recruit artists to join his band, although there was a subject which worried him: language. He told us that he was looking for musicians who mastered both English and Spanish, and in that sense, Solange pleasantly surprised him with her singing ability in both languages.

The orchestra’s first show was in 2010, which let it to gaining some popularity in the public of the city.

From Solange’s point of view, she describes her arrival in the orchestra as an unexpected event for her career, since in Argentina she had experienced a lot with soul, R&B, and funk. However, this would change with her move to New York, which is when she met Gianni and discovered a whole new world for her until then, but she loved it a lot.

So, she did his best to learn everything she could about this new music and keep up with required level. Gianni played a big role in this, as he taught her how to play certain instruments and gave him CDs from some of the great salsa legends to take them as a guide.

She closed the subject by saying that moving to New York, meeting these musicians, and becoming part of this new music scene was great and inspiring.

Gianni, Solange, and the rest of the orchestra — From left to right: Angela Ortiz (piano), Rafael Gomez (bass), Jhohan Hernandez (congas), Felipe Fornier (bongo). Solange Prat (voice), Gianni Mano (Percussion), Alex Asher (trombone), John Challoner (trumpet), Jason Prover (trumpet), and Dimitri Modebacher (baritone sax)

How to maintain an 11-piece orchestra alive

Currently, the Williamsburg Salsa Orchestra has 11 members in total. At a time when bands and musical groups are getting smaller and smaller, we wanted to know what Gianni and his artists do to stay together in an environment that pushes them in the opposite direction.

The percussionist says that one of his greatest dreams was to have a large salsa orchestra, and he has succeeded, but he admits that things were simpler before COVID-19. After that, far fewer people attended salsa dances or were willing to pay for such an event. Still, they have done everything humanly possible to keep the group together, since in the words of Gianni, an orchestra composed of six or seven people does not sound as good or as complete as one with nine or more musicians.

However, he does not deny that they have had some issues with certain venues due to the orchestra’s size, such as small stages or low ability to pay everyone, but in general, club owners and promoters just want a good show and for people to enjoy it. For this reason, they make an effort to hire bands like the Williamsburg Salsa Orchestra because they know what they have to offer.