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Celesté Polanco. The Salsera Fair

North America/ USA / Pennsylvania

Celesté Polanco “The Salsera Fair” is a young singer in constant ascent in the National Salsa music movement nowadays. This star from Philadelphia with Dominican and Puerto Rican roots has managed to delve into the acceptation of the tropical music market with her two hits: “Traicionada” and “Mi Salsa te llama” in collaboration with great producers and composers of Latin Music.

This Salsera and humble person began her professional career thanks to the support of Héctor Rosado who believed in her talent and gave her the opportunity to be the lead vocalist of his Hache orchestra and at the same time to start working in the musical field, sharing stage with renowned Salsa figures, such as: Frankie Vázquez, Kevin Ceballo, Frankie Negrón, VITI Ruiz, Herman Olivera, Ricky Luis, and Chino Núñez y su Orchestra.

In 2015 Polanco decided to become a soloist with the 2x Grammy Award and 7x Billboard Award winner, Pablo Chino Núñez, recording her first two singles: “Traicionada”, released in 2015 under the production and arrangement of Pablo Chino Núñez, and composition of her authorship together to Linen Church and a year later her second promotional single “Mi Salsa te llama” whose composition, arrangement and production was in charge of Pablo Chino Núñez and Celesté Polanco.

“La Fiera”, nicknamed by her producer Chino Núñez to see her deliver her emotions during the recording of Traicionada, connects her art with her experiences. “The best way to sing is from my experiences. It’s my art, you know, someone will connect with it because they have encountered it too. I love happy music as well that’s where “Mi Salsa Te Llama” comes in”, said Celesté.

“… I love Salsa I feel that in the Salsa music industry there are not enough females emerging in the Salsa Industry.”

Celesté Polanco currently resides in Philadelphia and is recording her first album in which it will include her third promotional single: “El Tiempo Lo Dirá” which will be presented with an official video and will be available on all digital platforms soon.

This representative of the Salsa has performed at major festivals, such as: NAHREP (National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals), LA LIVE (National Convention, 2016), MUSIKFEST in Bethlehem & LEVITT STAGE in PA and for this 2018 “La Fiera” will continue presenting his shows in Miami, Chicago, LA and also in the tri-state area.

Traicionada Cover - Celesté Polanco — Traicionada Cover – Celesté Polanco

“…The market of salsa, in general, it’s worldwide re-known. It doesn’t pertain to one ethnicity it has become multicultural… It’s a worldwide movement”.

“… My main focus is to reach as many people as I can through my voice and become a positive influence to the younger generation and all those who aspire to do great things but are scared to try”. Celesté Polanco

The Latin Music’s influences of Celeste “La Fiera” Polanco:

-Celia Cruz -Oscar D’ León -Yolanda Rivera -Cano Estremera -Orquesta Mulenze, etc…

For more information about Celesté Polanco, please like her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celeste.polanco.7

El Tiempo Lo Dira Cover - Celesté Polanco — El Tiempo Lo Dira Cover – Celesté Polanco

Shine the Movie is coming to all US Theaters on August 24th

North America / USA / New York

Hang out on August with the best Latin thematic movie on August 24^th in all US Theater. Shine is a Latin American musical film that is framed in the drama genre with a very current content that will immerse you in the life of two young brothers, SALSA dancers with broad and recognized trajectories that after the death of their father years later, return to meet, each in a different city and in opposite poles of the gentifricación.

This musical with sound track based in the Golden Age of the Salsa Sound Bands and the Hottest Latin Urban Scene of the Moment has a leading cast mostly made up of famous dancers from Latin Music and Pop.

This movie that also narrates the cultural and political moment that we are currently crossing was shot in the Puerto Rican area of New York, has its own musical themes due to an alliance with Fania Records and the Latin titans of Sony Music, Marc Anthony and Romeo Santos, “El Sabor” of New York hip-hop of the Puerto Rican rapper and winner of the Grammy Award Big Pun, and the rap duo The Beat Nuts.

Shine has been the Latin thematic film with the highest collection on Kickstarter and with this Latin musical its director Anthony Nardolillo sought to remind viewers of the power that exists when members of Latino communities in the US join.

“Its marketability on various platforms is the direct result of a team of passionate creators with a unifying message on a cultural level, and we are very proud to bring this film to the public”. Geno Taylor of GVN Releasing.

“Shine is a passionate, vibrant film with a current theme. It’s the perfect film for the launch of Forgiven Films, where we want to share unique voices and stories and bring quality entertainment to the less represented audience”. Steven Belmont, president of Forgiven Films.

In September 2017, the film won the Audience Award for “Best Film” at the Urbanworld Film Festival, sponsored by HBO and supported by Ava DuVernay. Tickets for this projection were sold out 48 hours in advanced setting a new record in the history of this festival.

“In 2017 Latin music and dance globally dominated record sales, streams and headlines in unprecedented numbers. There is no better time than now for a film like this”, said Brian O’Shea of The Exchange.

Director:

Anthony Nardolillo, director and also actor has produced several national and international projects related to Latin dance, such as the short film “Mano” acclaimed by the specialized critics.

Starring:

David Zayas

He was born on August 15th, 1962 in Ponce, Puerto Rico. He joined the United States Air Force, where he was able to acquire the experience to become a New York police officer, which served him for roles later. He is an actor of Cinema, Theater and Television recognized for his work on Skyline (2010), The Expendables (2010) and Dexter (2006) and the series “Gotham” by Warner Bros playing the mobster Salvatore Maroni.

Alysia Reiner

She is best known for her role as Natalie “Fig” Figueroa on the Netflix hit series Orange Is the New Black (2013), for which she won a Screen Actors Guild award as part of the ensemble cast. She also worked in the FX show Better Things (2016). Additionally she played District Attorney Wendy Parks on ABC’s How to Get Away with Murder (2014), Lilian Izikoff on Rosewood (2015) and Fiona in the TNT series Search Party (2016).

Reiner starred with Anna Gunn in Equity (2016) about the first female-driven Wall Street film, which she also produced. Other recent films include “School Spirits” and Whitney Cummings’ “The Female Brain”. She was recognized as an Intelligent Optimist in Ode Magazine and profiled by New York Women in Film and Television as a woman to watch.

Kimberli Flores

She is an actress, known for her work in important films, such as: 30 Beats (2012), Actors Anonymous (2017) and Bad Twin (2016).

Gilbert Saldivar

He is an actor and professional Mexican-American dancer, known worldwide for his works in blockbuster movies like: Dexter (2006), From Justin to Kelly (2003) and Magic Hour and for being the choreographer of great celebrities such as: Jennifer Lopez, Christina Aguilera, and Madonna.

Jorge Burgos

Better known as Jorge “Ataca” Burgos is an acclaimed bachata instructor who debuts as an actor in Shine.

Music by Eduardo Reyes Napoles.

Premier: August 24^th.

“Los bailes latinos continúan creciendo en popularidad cada año y los vemos en algunos de los mejores programas televisivos. El mensaje sobre el orgullo que debemos sentir por nuestra comunidad y herencia no podía resultar más urgente y de actualidad. SHINE fusiona estos elementos con un set ardiente y excitante, con una banda sonora interpretada por estrellas musicales latinas, todo ello entrelazado con una poderosa narrativa. Esta película está narrada con nuestra propia voz, por un reparto donde los intérpretes poseen talentos brutos muy diversos que no han tenido cabida en las películas de Hollywood – hasta ahora”. Anthony Nardolillo.

For more information about SHINE the Movie, please visit

www.shinethemovie.nyc or like them on Facebook: www.facebook.com/shinefilm

Vídeo (Trailer): https://youtu.be/9EUs0eh_js8

Juan Sebastian Bar “The Temple of Jazz and Salsa in Caracas”

In the heart of the city, there is a refuge of sophistication and art: Juan Sebastián Bar.

Delight your palate with our cocktails, each a fusion of classic flavors and contemporary notes, while live jazz and salsa create the most special melodies.

In the heart of the city, lies a refuge of sophistication and art, Juan Sebastián Bar.

Aldemaro Romero, Alfredo Sadel, Billo Frómeta, Dámaso Pérez Prado, Tito Puente, Bobby Capó, Pedro Vargas, Leo Marini, Libertad Lamarque, Ray Barreto, Lucho Gatica, Olga Guillot, Marco Antonio Muñiz, Julio Gutiérrez, Vicky Carr, Armando Manzanero, Sergio Mendes.

They all passed through Juan Sebastián Bar, the so-called temple of jazz, but which is actually a brotherhood of music lovers. For 43 years it has been a reference in Caracas’ nightlife, even with its ups and downs. Every night, from Tuesday to Saturday, it offers a space for disconnection.

That brick cave, with its cork walls and the bar illuminated with bottle bottoms, has its anecdotes, the first one sinceevery night the famous saxophonist Victor Cuica threatened them and the second one. It stars the maestro Aldemaro Romero in a taxi heading to the place, one of his usual places to eat and drink.

The taxi driver who is already approaching the place located in El Rosal, comments: “poor those people who could not complete the facade and left it in bricks.” The scene speaks of that ostentatious and cosmopolitan Caracas of the seventies and eighties. The truth is that over the years the area was transformed into a financial district of large glass towers and the two-story brick house became the after office on Venezuela Avenue.

The name of the establishment, founded by Eleazar López Contreras -yes, the grandson of the former president of Venezuela- is a play on words with the name of the composer Juan Sebastián Bach, who holding a pair of cutlery serves as the logo for the business, under the design of Jorge Blanco, the famous illustrator who created the character of the Castaway.

In choosing the place, they considered other equally humorous options such as Bar Thoven.

The musical repertoire ranges from jazz to salsa. In the place you can listen to virtuosos of these genres such as Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Tonny Bennet, Héctor Lavoe and Willie Colón, among others.

Alfredo Naranjo, a percussion virtuoso who has left his mark on the international music scene, will delight us once again with his incomparable talent.

He recently participated in the Chicago International Festival and has received a Latin Grammy nomination for his unparalleled percussion performance on the album: Soy Puro Teatro: Tributo a La Lupe by Mariaca Semprún and with her, he also recorded a version of the gaita María la bollera.

Considered one of the greatest exponents of salsa and Latin jazz, Alfredo Naranjo has a long career that began at an early age at the Conservatory of Music of the National Youth Orchestra.

In 1986 he joined the Gran Mariscal de Ayacucho Orchestra, and then continued his training at the University of Long Island, New York.

He has played with artists such as Dave Samuels, Tito Puente, Ray Charles, Alex Acuña and Carlos “Nené” Quintero, and groups such as Guaco and Ensamble Gurrufío. Cheo Feliciano referred to him as “the best vibraphonist in salsa.”

He has been the leader of El Guajeo, a fundamental piece of contemporary Caracas. He has recorded albums such as Cosechando (1993), A través del tiempo (1997), Vibraciones de mi tierra (1999), Alfredo Naranjo y El Guajeo I y II (2001 y 2006), México Music Fest (2011), Lado A Lado B (2015) and Be Jazz Sessions (2018), an album that was awarded at thePepsi Music Awards in the Jazz Album category.

Enjoy a unique evening in a sophisticated atmosphere, where the passion for music is breathed in every corner.
Let yourself be seduced by the enveloping rhythms of Latin music in a sophisticated atmosphere.

Every Wednesday, Dj. Augusto Felibertt transports us through a unique musical journey.

Every Wednesday, DJ Augusto Felibertt takes us on a unique musical journey.

We look forward to seeing you at @Juansebastianbar to enjoy an unforgettable evening!

Wednesday to Saturday from 5:00pm on Venezuela Avenue and Mohedano Street, El Rosal.
Reservations at 0414-3080587

Also Read: Gato Barbieri was an excellent and virtuoso Argentine saxophonist par excellence

José Ernesto Parra is ready to embark on his solo journey in Salsa

Throughout his career, José Ernesto Parra has consolidated his place in the history of salsa. Each project in which he has participated reflects his great talent.

José Ernesto Parra was born in Santurce and grew up in Bayamón, Puerto Rico. From a very early age, he was an admirer of the music of La Sonora Ponceña and El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico. Later, Héctor Lavoe, Frankie Ruiz and Luisito Carrión became his references.

José Ernesto Parra to embark on his solo journey in salsa Photos Miguel Mitchel..

Before deciding on singing, he was captivated by percussion, focusing on the conga and drums.

Eventually, he began to explore his vocal ability, with the help of composer and music teacher Rafy Monclova. This training led him to become a singer, while helping him develop his distinctive interpretive style.

In 1989, José Ernesto Parra joined the orchestra of singer Viti Ruiz, just at the time when the latter was beginning to enjoy success with the hit ‘Caricias Prohibidas’. For two years, José Ernesto was part of Viti’s orchestra, which allowed him to perform his first shows outside of Puerto Rico, marking the beginning of his career in the international music scene.

Having been part of Viti Ruiz’s orchestra, later opened doors for him with Pupy Santiago’s orchestra and with Anthony Cruz’s orchestra, where he remained for four years. José Ernesto considers his time in Anthony Cruz’s orchestra as a key phase in which he consolidated his artistic training.

Later, the renowned musician and producer Julio “Gunda” Merced identified José Ernesto Parra’s talent, selecting him as a backing vocalist for a series of recordings of artists belonging to the Musical Production M.P. label. During that period, José Ernesto’s voice was recorded in important projects for artists such as Anthony Cruz, Giro, Los Hijos de los Célebres, Luisito Carrión, Pedro Conga, Tito Gómez and Tito Rojas, among others. Thus, he was able to hone his skills as a vocalist while collaborating with the production team in the creative process behind some of the greatest salsa hits.

In addition, José Ernesto Parra stood out as the lead singer in the short-lived but innovative group Salsa 2000, expanding his experience in the salsa field, demonstrating his versatility and interpretive abilities. He also played an important part in the album Con el golpe de siempre, with which Pedro Conga’s La Internacional orchestra celebrated its 35th anniversary. For the latter, José Ernesto sang the songs ‘Contigo estaré’, ‘Si me vuelvo loco’, ‘No quiero, no puedo’, ‘El ritmo que pica’ and ‘Parece’.

In 2001, José Ernesto Parra joined Luisito Carrión’s orchestra as a chorister. In 2002, he participated in the First Soneros Festival in Orlando, Florida, USA, sharing the stage with veteran vocalists such as Chamaco Rivera, Héctor Tricoche, Junior González, Luigi Texidor, Yolanda Rivera and Tito Allen, among others.

That stage laid the groundwork for the creation of his record production Así es la vida, published under the M.P. label. The album included songs by renowned composers such as Harry Suárez, Mimi Ibarra, Pedro Jesús and Rando Tamasta. In addition, it featured arrangements by the talented Julio “Gunda” Merced, Ramón Sánchez and Rafael “Bodo” Torres. Among the songs on the album are ‘Morir por amar’, ‘Solo por ti’, ‘Un amor así’ and ‘Cosas bonitas’.

Throughout his career, José Ernesto Parra has consolidated his place in the history of salsa. Each project he has participated in reflects his great talent. Photos Miguel Mitchel.

Later, and for a brief but significant period, José Ernesto further expanded his professional horizon by collaborating with the Don Perignon orchestra and with Tommy Olivencia’s La Primerísima. These interventions offered him the possibility of interacting with different musical styles and approaches, strengthening his versatility within salsa.

Since 2011 and for twelve years, José Ernesto Parra stood out as a singer in the orchestra of “Míster Afinque”, Willie Rosario. His presence in the music industry was reinforced through the recording of his voice in the song ‘Ya no eres nada’, which is part of the production Evidencia (2016).

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To book José Ernesto Parra you can contact him at (787) 309-2958 or write to the email: [email protected]

Also Read: Robert Tellez is undoubtedly “El más que sabe de salsa” (The one who knows the most about Salsa)

Australia and New Zealand / October 2024

	OCEANIA
AUSTRALIA	DIRECTORY OF NIGHTCLUB
Azuquita Entertainment & Productions Sydney NSW, Australia 2000	Bachata ConeXión 497-499 Queensberry St North Melbourne VIC 3051, Carlton, Australia 3053	Club Uruguayo de Sydney 56 – 62 Whithford Rd Hinchinbrook NSW, Australia 2168
El Giza Lounge & Bar 152 Lygon Street Carlton VIC 3053, Australia	La Bodega 12 Fitzroy street St Kilda VIC, Australia 3182	Noun Green Square 355 Botany Road Zetland NSW, Australia 2017
Pachanga 380 Russell St Melbourne VIC, Australia 3000	The Collaroy 1064 Pittwater Road Collaroy Beach NSW, Australia 2097	The Mustang Bar 46 Lake Street Northbridge Western Australia, WA, Australia 6003
The Night Cat 137-141 Johnston St, Fitzroy Melbourne VIC, Australia 3065	Urban Salsa Level 1, Suite 1, 136 Victoria Rd North Parramatta NSW, Australia 2151	Vodka Temple 162 Lygon Street Carlton VIC, Australia 3053
NEW ZEALAND	DIRECTORY OF NIGHTCLUB
	El Barrio Latino Bar 35 Dixon Street Wellington, New Zealand +64 4-333 0261

AUSTRALIA and NEW ZEALAND OCTOBER 2024 FESTIVALS by Karina Bernales
AUSTRALIA		Melbourne Bachata Festival Oct 04 / 06 2024 Transit Dance 64 Dawson St. Brunswick VIC, Australia 3056 $ 295
		Australian Bachata Championship Oct 04 / 07 2024 The Australian Hall 150 Elizabeth Street Sydney, Australia 2000
		Sydney Salsa & Mambo Oct 25 / 27 2024 UNSW Roundhouse International Rd, Kensington NSW 2052, Australia $ 250
		Byron Latin Fiesta Oct 31 / Nov 03 2024 Byron Community Centre 69 Jonson St. Byron Bay NSW, Australia 2481 $ 327

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In the heart of the city, there is a refuge of sophistication and art: Juan Sebastián Bar.

He has played with artists such as Dave Samuels, Tito Puente, Ray Charles, Alex Acuña and Carlos “Nené” Quintero, and groups such as Guaco and Ensamble Gurrufío. Cheo Feliciano referred to him as “the best vibraphonist in salsa.”

Every Wednesday, Dj. Augusto Felibertt transports us through a unique musical journey.

Throughout his career, José Ernesto Parra has consolidated his place in the history of salsa. Each project in which he has participated reflects his great talent.

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Melbourne Bachata Festival

Australian Bachata Championship

Sydney Salsa & Mambo

Byron Latin Fiesta