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Luis “Papo” Marquez, Musician, singer, songwriter and producer

North America / Miami / Florida

This son of music, born on December 18, 1972, in the Pinar del Río Cuba Province, was raised between notes and chords that led him to be the artist he is today, known as Luis “Papo” Marquez, and considered a complete musician: trumpeter, composer, arranger, singer and music producer.

As a child, he contemplated music as his environment, profession and way of life, thanks to his family who instilled in him all the passion for art and provided him with the tools to develop his knowledge. He began his trumpet studies at the age of 8 (eight) and, at 15 (fifteen), he already practiced professionally as a trumpet player in groups such as the Bella Mar Orchestra, Grupo Cumbre, musical grouping Los Trimmers, Grupo Íreme and Ricardo Hechemendía, in Pinar del Río and Havana.

At 19 (nineteen) he emigrated with his family to Venezuela, a country that opened the doors for his artistic consolidation, where he managed to make art on a large scale with the execution of his instrument and took the first steps within the world of composition and production.

“In Cuba, love and passion for music through the trumpet was born from me, but it was in Venezuela where I had, for the first time, the opportunity to look closely at how the art of composition worked. Suddenly, I was sitting in front of a piano and reading music sheet, trying to understand how they worked and falling in love with the trade. ” LPM

This is how he started a successful career, thanks to his perseverance and permanent study, having the opportunity to play his trumpet with Venezuelan orchestras such as Mauricio Silva, Erick Franchesky, Naty and his Orchestra, Biella Da Costa, Ilan Chester, Sergio Pérez, Porfi Jimenez , Alfredo Naranjo, Orlando Poleo, Los Incorregibles, Mulato, Repicao and Guaco.

He continues forging his path and arrives in Miami, where he expands his international path with artists such as Jon Secada, Bacilos, Willy Chirino, Oscar D ‘León, Juan Gabriel, Gilberto Santa Rosa, Jerry Rivera, Celia Cruz, Cheo Feliciano, Chayanne, José Luís Quintana “Changuito”, Jose Alberto “El Canario”, Víctor Manuel, among others, with whom he has the opportunity to present himself as a trumpeter and in some cases, as arranger and producer.

One of his biggest recognitions has been the delivery of an American Grammy Award for best music producer with the album “Son del Alma” by Willy Chirino; however, for LPM, the recognitions come day by day with the opportunity to make the music that moves and elevates them in their personal and artistic satisfaction.

Luis Papo Márquez defines himself as a “citizen of the world” born in Cuba and with a Cuban-Venezuelan heart. Work and discipline are his pillars to get ahead and his greatest passion will always be “creating music that makes the world move”.

Participation as Trumpeter and Arranger: Jon Secada, Bacilos, Willy Chirino, Juan Gabriel, Gilberto Santa Rosa, Jerry Rivera, Celia Cruz, Guaco, Cheo Feliciano, Chayanne, Edwin Bonilla, Luis Enrique, Victor Manuel, Rafael “El Pollo” Brito, Oscar D´León.

Record Productions:

Son del Alma (The rhythm of the soul). Willy Chirino. 2004. Grammy winner.
De corazon a corazon (From heart to heart). Team VIP. Luis Papo Marquez. 2007
Wireless Telegraphy. José Luis Quintana “Changuito”. 2007
Puedes volar (You can fly). Luis Papo Marquez. 2011
Arturo Sandoval tribute. 2016
Cuban Añejo. 2017
Firstborn. 2019

Hicham Billouch, Nour Morocco Arabic music in Mexico

Latin America / Mexico / Ciudad de Mexico

Hicham Billouch, a Moroccan musician, seeks to explore new musical avenues and possibilities.

Billouch studied music at the Royal Conservatory of Marrakech and graduated as a pianist. He also plays violin, lute, guitar and feel.

As a teenager he began working in cabarets in Marrakech such as Hotel Sahara Inn, Rotana and VIP Club and Hotel Semiramis in Casa Blanca.

Nour Marruecos - Hicham Billouch — Nour Marruecos – Hicham Billouch

In Morocco he played for singers such as Ahmed Adawiyya from Egypt, Fares Karam from Lebanon and Mohamed Reda, Pinhas and Badr Sultan from Morocco.

He also participated in the Mawazin Festival organized by the Government of Morocco and worked in the organization of musical events such as the Green March Festival.

In France he played with Maqam al Ushaq, a Moorish music group, at the Corsican Mediterranean Music Festival and the International University Music Festival in Ville de Belfort, France.

In Mexico, he created Nour Morocco, an Arabic music ensemble, with local musicians. Nour Morocco has participated in international festivals such as Lerdantino (Durango), Festiva Toluca and Calimaya (State of Mexico) and the International Book Fair of Córdoba (Veracruz). He also played at the Lebanese restaurant Adonis de Polanco.

In Mexico City, he organized a belly dance contest and also published a book with the Spanish translation of 40 Arabic songs.

His record production includes 3 CDS: Salam, Qamar and Kalimat, with covers of Arabic songs and his own compositions.

“Music for me is like oxygen and I will never give up my passion”

https://www.hichambillouch.com/

https://www.facebook.com/NourMarruecosOrquesta/

Orquesta 704 It is a musical group, made up of the best musicians in the Charlotte NC area

Orquesta 704 was created in 2018 by Javier Mendoza (singer) and Julio Hernández Dipini (Trombone and Director) when Javier and Julio were looking for the name for the Orchestra, many names came up, but none caused an impact, while Javier was driving on the road Interstate I-77 saw a sign on the highway and said to himself, this may work, so a very striking logo was used and put 704, because these numbers are the area code of the area where Javier and Julio live.

Orquesta 704, had a very good acceptance by the salsa audience, coming to perform on various stages, such as the Charlotte Puerto Rican Festival alternating with El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico and La Sonora Ponceña.

They also began to accompany artists who were recommended with Orquesta 704, for the responsibility, seriousness and professionalism on the part of all the members who make up Orquesta 704.

Members of the Orquesta 704 - concert — Members of the Orquesta 704 – concert

In 2019, the leaders, Javier and Julio, began to compile the songs to start recording their original songs, trying to bring good music to the dancing public. At the beginning of the year 2019, Javier and Julio, released their first musical single “No Me Preguntes Por Mas” which was very well received in countries such as Colombia, Peru, Mexico, Panama, Puerto Rico, Canada, Japan, Switzerland, Italy , among others.

Members of the Orquesta 704 - photo — Members of the Orquesta 704 – photo

Seeing the result, they obtained in the first musical single, they decided to record and release their second single. “Seguimos Siendo Amigos” feat Arturo Rolon. It is not long after the release of their second single, and they say goodbye to adding their third musical single titled “ESE SOY YO“ with three songs on the market, the public was asking for more from Orquesta 704

And they contribute to the salsa genre again, releasing their fourth musical single at the beginning of 2020 called “Vida Loca” feat Miguel Ortiz. Currently, Orquesta 704 continues to record new songs for their upcoming ones for the dancing public.

Logo of the Orquesta 704

After 12 years, “Pa’ la Calle Orchestra” returns to the world of music

After being away from the musical scene for about twelve years, Pa’ la Calle Orchestra, who reaped their successes between 1996 and 2001, now returned again with their unique and contagious style.

Created by Ángel Díaz and Carmelo Rivera, who reaped their successes under the independent label (PALA Records). Successes like “I’m in love”, “Love”, “It costs me so much” among others.

Pa’ la Calle Orchestra exceeded their sales expectations and with their second production under the V.I.

Music was titled “Now I’m Going” with songs like: “I’m crying”, “You’re like this”, “That girl”, and “Where will my love be”. The latter being the one that marked the success of the musical career of this group.

The year 2012 without a doubt marked a new stage in the musical life of the orchestra, and with the return dedicated to our late drummer José “Neri” Rodríguez.

Pa' la Calle Orchestra members — Pa’ la Calle Orchestra members

Pa’ la Calle has been presented on WAPA TV, on radio stations making themselves known with the new musical themes, sounding strongly in Chile, Venezuela, Santo Domingo where they hope to present themselves strongly. In 2012 they resumed their musical path with the recording of 2 new songs, the cover “I’ve Lived Waiting For You” and “No Sufre Mi Corazón” Original lyrics. In 2014 the 3rd theme was recorded, the Cover “Que Lloro” which was strongly heard throughout Puerto Rico and strongly marked its path again and in 2016 they recorded the fourth theme “Vamos Pa Lante”, it was strongly sounded in Puerto Rico and Chile.

Pa’ la Calle Orchestra – Logo

Now we are presenting our fifth cover “Te Quise Olvidar” and the sixth “Mi Niña” and soon they will finish the seventh theme which they will call “Vamos De Fiesta”. They mention to us that… “This is the beginning of what will be our 4th Production that will be titled “A mi Amigo” and it will have a song called “A Mi Amigo” that is dedicated to our deceased colleague and co-founder of the orchestra”.

In this 4th production they will present a song with the salsa rhythm and we will have a Christmas song called “Esta Navidad”; It is important to note that it is being produced by Nelson L. Cordero at his Muralla Studio.

The “Pa la Calle” Orchestra is ready to continue performing in all kinds of activities and they have a varied musical show. If you want to listen to the new musical themes, click on the following links and enjoy them:

Video LET’S GO FORWARD: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=us2VmzPAdlA

MY GIRL video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4uOm4bli3QU

Sirak Miguel Baloyan. Bassist, Musical Creator and Songwriter

Sirak Miguel Baloyan, artist, producer and composer, originally from Tijuana, Mexico “is the most internationally recognized Mexican salsa artist, the first in history to have appeared at the OSCAR’s on two consecutive occasions, also, singer-songwriter of numerous hits of the romantic cut (boleros & ballads).

Sirak Miguel Baloyan, talented musical creator, prodigy son is now among the best exponents of music in the world.

Sirak, from a very young age, was amazed at his creative ability that has led him to countless recognitions and satisfactions. His particular interpretative expression with different musical instruments gives an example of his originality and style.

Sirak Miguel Baloyan and la Sonora Antillana

The experience of living and traveling around the world has taught him the styles, culture, rhythms and different musical genres around the planet.

Now, with more than 20 years of experience, we see his impressive work both in his albums as an artist and in his productions and compositions for performers of the highest level.

In 2002 he obtained the PLATINUM AWARD for his production of the album “SABOR A MEXICO” by singer Bertín Osborne.

He is affiliated with the society of composers ASCAP. In his multifaceted experience and participation within the musical range we can include; Graduated from Dick Grove Music School Los Angeles, Graduated from San Diego State University, student at the Puerto Rico Conservatory of Music, artistic director and producer of the SBB Records record label, research studies in the Afro-Antillano genre and director of renowned radio programs , among others.

Sirak, with more than 130 musical works (Ballads, Bolero pop, Bolero Trio, Bossa Nova, Chachachá, Dance/Pop, Flamenco, Jazz, Latin Jazz, Mariachi, Norteño, Rock, Salsa, etc.) demonstrates his skill as a composer. His compositions have been recorded by artists of great international prestige.

In 2002, Sirak’s innovations still continue. His dream of bringing together excellent musicians from the Antilles (Caribbean) now comes true with the formation of his well-known orchestra LA SONORA ANTILLANA.

His new album DE LA MATA will surely become one of the most innovative albums of the moment. DE LA MATA, a top quality project, promises to be very successful in the Latin American and European markets. Album recorded in Puerto Rico, it has 10 songs inspired by Sirak and produced by himself, it includes the most prestigious arrangers of the tropical genre such as: Jose Madera, Tommy Villarini, Rafael Torres, Tito Rivera, Mandy Vizoso and Sirak.

On Feb 24, 2008, Sirak y Su Sonora Antillana performed on OSCAR night at a concert sponsored by Billboard Magazine and Children Uniting Nations. The guests at this annual event are movie and music personalities.

Previous years have featured artists such as Prince, Wyclef Jean, Ruben Studdard, Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan, The Black Eyed Peas, Gladys Knight, Al Green and many more.

Singer-songwriter, 2 Shows at the Oscars, winner of awards: M.V.Award, cd triple platinum, walk of fame, 100 videos on YouTube, 150 compositions (salsa, bolero, ballad, latin jazz, bossa nova, etc.) 200+ articles press.

To see his YOUTUBE channel (98 videos):

http://www.youtube.com/user/sirakbaloyan

For more information:

www.sirakbaloyan.com