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Cristian Cuevas is a Versatile Producer, Singer-Songwriter and Pianist

From Santiago de Chile to the world

International Salsa Magazine / www.SalsaGoogle.com and its leading correspondent in Miami, Diana Marie, awarded “La Dama de la Salsa 2021” by Richard Roman’s Salsa Superior, are privileged to present one of the most important bastions of our Latin music Cristian Cuevas.

It all began when his father brought home a keyboard one afternoon. Cristian Cuevas, born in Santiago, Chile, began playing the piano at the age of 6.

It was immediately evident that he had a gift and by the age of 8 he was playing with local bands and artists. playing with local bands and artists, all over Chile. When Cristian was 9 years old, his talent caught the attention of Chilean media, and he became a constant musical guest on “Buenos Dias a Todos”, the best late-night show in Chile at the time.

due to the success and exposure gained while working on “Buenos Dias a Todos”, Cristian was contacted by the producers of Univision where he was asked to fly to Chile to work on the show here he was asked to fly to Miami FL, and perform on the TV show “Sábado Gigante”.

After performing on the show, Cristian was offered a permanent spot on Sábado Gigante’s children’s segment and Cristian at age 11 moved with his family to Miami where he began his musical career.

By the time Cristian was 17, he was teaching as an instructor for local middle schools and high schools in Miami such as Miami Killian High, Felix Varela High, and Glades Middle School.

Portada Cristian Cuevas — Cristian Cuevas – Ganas de Ti

When he was 18, Cristian began to gain recognition among the Miami music scene and quickly began his first tour with Sonora Carruseles and other artists in the Miami salsa scene.

Today, Cristian Cuevas is one of the toughest working musicians in South Florida, he is also working as a musical director and composer for television shows on various networks such as Telemundo/NBC and Mega TV, and whether he is performing at sold-out venues around the world, playing on national television for millions of viewers, or recording from his home studio.

At 30 years old, Cristian Cuevas continues to write his musical journey while currently working as a producer and arranging his own upcoming album where he is featured singing and playing the piano.

Work history: Cristian has performed and toured the world with worldwide recognition award winning artists in the Latin music industry, such as: Jon Secada, Julio Iglesias Jr, Gilberto Santa Rosa, Oscar D' León, Elvis Crespo, Charlie Zaa, Tito Nieves, La India, Luis Enrique, Sheila E. — Cristian Cuevas, Manolito Rodríguez y Kachiro Thompson

Work History: Cristian has performed and toured the world with world-renowned award-winning artists in the Latin music industry such as: Jon Secada, Julio Iglesias Jr, Gilberto Santa Rosa, Oscar D’ Leon, Elvis Crespo, Charlie Zaa, Tito Nieves, La India, Luis Enrique, Sheila E., among others.

While on tour Cristian has also shared the stage with names such as: UB40, Kool & The Gang, Judith Hill, Willie Colon, José Feliciano, Rubén Blades, Gloria Trevi, among others.

Contact

Cristian Cuevas Productions

Miami FL

[email protected]

Tel: 786-768-9422

Facebook: Cristian Cuevas

Source: www.CristianCuevasMusic.com

By: Diana Marie Miami Correspondent for International Salsa Magazine

Supporting Emerging National and International Talent

Article of Interest: Fabián Rosales Araos Chilean singer-songwriter, a native of the city of Valparaíso

What has happened with salsa in New York City recently

The ultimely passing of El Judio Maravilloso

Here you can see Larry Harlow — Larry Harlow

On August 20 this year, salsa fans around the world received of the devastating news about the death of Larry Harlow Kahn, who was one of the most transcendental figures of the Fania All-Stars at the time and Latin music in general. There have been many artists, writers and the general public have expressed their profound regret at the departure of pianist, leaving an unforgettable legacy and a profound mark in the minds of all those who admired him throughout his career.

According to what writer specialized in music Aurora Flores said, Harlow, also known as “El Judio Maravilloso”, marked a unique style with great ease and innovation while staying attached to his traditions. From the hand of Johnny Pacheco and Jerry Masucci, this musician became a talented producer and creator for much of the work done by orchestra La Fania, resulting an approximate of 270 recordings for other artists and a good number of hits that continue to be heard today.

This extremely talented pianist broke down all sorts of cultural barriers during his lifetime thanks to his great talent. He reached corners he has never dreamed of and will always be remembered for his great artistic endeavors.

Ricky Gonzalez and Angel Fernandez make donations to support the Salsa Museum

Johnny Cruz with two musicians — Angel Fernández, Johnny Cruz, and Ricky González

In recent days, it became known that both Ricky Gonzalez and Angel Fernandez have met with the director of the Spanish Harlem Salsa Gallery Museum, Johnny Cruz, to bring him with some highly valuable objects. Gonzalez is Marc Anthony‘s pianist and Fernandez is the musical director of his orchestra, so both musicians have much to contribute to the historic museum presided by Cruz.

In the particular case of González, he plans to offer some jackets that were worn by the famous Puerto Rican singer, while Fernández will offer a trumpet played at one of the many concerts offered by the boricua and his team. Together with the already mentioned objects, both artists pledged to collaborate in every way necessary to continue donating valuable acquisitions to the cultural institution. On the official Facebook account of Johnny Cruz, the president of the museum can be seen in the company of both musicians and some thanks from his part to both of them for supporting the Spaha Salsa Gallery, as this place is also known.

Migdalia Sánchez joins the Salsa Museum

Logo of the station Latino 99 FM

It has been announced that Migdalia Sanchez, the head of Latino 99 FM in Florida, has agreed to join the Salsa Museum with Johnny Cruz. This means that the aforementioned station will start broadcasting the programme hosted by Johnny Cruz at the same time so that all its listeners can enjoy it without a single problem.

Salsa returns to New York

Following the restrictions imposed by the local authorities due to the advance of COVID-19, many clubs and nightclubs have decided to open their doors again, but meeting each and every one of the health requirements for these places can be considered safe for the clientele.

Every day there are more well-known names that join the list of places that are working almost normally after all this time. Here we mention some of the places that have reopened their doors:

La Marqueta
S.O.B’s
González y González
El Sanjuan
Taino Towers Crystal Ballroom

Johnny Cruz Present – September 2021

Some of the best Latin artists at La Finca Bar & Grill

Encuentra la mejor música latina y buena comida en La Finca Bar & Grill

Logotipo de La Finca Bar & Brill

El Bronx está lleno de todo tipo de lugares donde los amantes de la música latina y la buena comida pueden acudir para relajar la mente y olvidarse de sus problemas, aunque sea por unas horas. Este rincón de Nueva York de fama mundial es el punto de encuentro de locales y personas de todo el mundo de la mano de un gran número de espacios únicos e inolvidables. Tal es el caso de La Finca Bar & Grill, cuya carta y catálogo musical lo convierten en uno de los lugares preferidos por los neoyorquinos.

La Finca Bar & Grill is a bar-restaurant that can boast a set of dishes to delight the palate. Of the many rich preparations that the place has to offer, we can mention fish fillets with mashed yucca, mofondo (Purto Rican dish with fried plantains, salt, garlic, and olive oil), salmon, spicy chivito with white rice, fettuccine with goat, sausage in wine, pan-fried calamari, chicken wings, among others. Other than the food, the staff also offers out-of-this-world drinks with which diners can accompany their dishes, including mojitos, brunches, lemonades, cocktails and much more.

One of the great characteristics of La Finca is that its team always does its best to find the best talent and offer visitors a pleasant and special time. The main attraction is the hiring of a DJ who is in charge of playing the latest hits of the season and, of course, one or another hit from the past. They have also looked for renowned artists whose performances have enchanted the audience thanks to their talent and dedication to the public. Such is the case of Alex Bueno, who performed at the venue in the month of June and a part of his show can be seen on several YouTube channels.

Alex Bueno en La Cita Bar & Grill — Alex Bueno performing at La Finca Bar & Grill

What people say about La Finca Bar & Grill on the internet

According to the vast majority of the reviews found on Google, what is praised for being the best is the amazing food, the incredible drinks, the costs and the DJs hired to liven up the place. Not to mention the warm treatment on the part of the staff and the space and comfort of the facilities, which adds another reason for visiting the restaurant frequently. Almost everyone who comments on the bar gives it a five-star review, which is uncommon in the vast majority of places like this one.

Local guides who commented on the restaurant in these reviews highlight the cleanliness and the wide spaces of the place, which is extremely important and taken into account during these times of health crisis. Undoubtedly, given the current situation, areas dedicated to entertainment such as this one have had to adapt their facilities as best as possible to make its clientele feel safe and confident. No doubt about it, La Finca Bar & Grill has done it, and for that, it deserves all the support and visits it receives.

Regarding open times, the bar-restaurant is open daily, but the schedule varies according to the day. From Monday to Friday, the venue is open from 3 p.m. to 12 a.m. On Saturdays and Sundays, it is open from 2 p.m. to 12 a.m.

Algunas mesas en La Cita Bar & Grill — Tables, flowers and centerpieces at La Finca Bar & Grill

Enlace a su página oficial de Facebook: La Finca Bar & Grill

Enjoy the best DJs here at El Patio Wynwood

Good music, dancing, drinks, and much more

El Patio Grand Opening — The opening of El Patio Wynwood

The spectacular city of Miami has exceptional places where visitors from anywhere in the world can go and have fun without major difficulties, especially if they come from any Latin American country. Not by chance, this is one of the cities with the highest number of Latinos in the United States. Of course, entertainment venues were going to take this major detail into account when creating the schedule of activities that they have to offer to their clients.

That is where the incredible El Patio Wynwood comes in, whose main attraction is good music and dancing, although the place is suitable for people of all ages and tastes. This disco and restaurant has areas, drinks and other things for all tastes. Besides, you can enjoy a wonderful visual display, which will leave the lucky ones who attend this venue in awe.

One of the biggest attractions of the venue is the lively music that can be enjoyed in its facilities, both played by guest artists or recorded by the staff of the place to be played depending on the day, the time and the situation. Just as is the case with many bars and nightclubs of this style, hosts always try to provide the most lively atmosphere for attendees through theme nights and other types of events such as happy hours, whose protagonists are usually talented DJs who deploy their full repertoire to the delight of party people from that night.

This is the Happy Hour — Happy Hour at El Patio Wynwood

Theme nights and DJs

In addition to the most entertaining theme nights taking place here, we cannot fail to mention Las Fabulosas consisting of shows performed by all-female artists, who show why they have so much respect in the sphere of DJs. Among some of the talented women who have come to perform at El Patio Wynwood include Laura Castro, DJ Polen, Marcela Reyes, Negra Fabulosa and many more. Additional to that, the club also offers the Latino Gang which consists of a sort of battle between salsa and Reggaeton to know which one conquers more people from that night.

In addition to all this, music can be accompanied by the best cocktails in Miami, among which we can highlight La Flor De La Isla, Risa Salvaje, El Patio Mule, The Gentleman, Spring Gin, Bloody Bunny, Miss Chelada, Killer Bee, among others. As for the menu, diners can try dishes like chicken wings, pork rind skewers, garlic sausages to the grill, cheese boards, among other delights that visitors cannot miss.

If El Patio Wynwood is known for something that must be its highly innovative concept. The bar area has been designed in a way so that its clientele can enjoy a spectacular blend of art, cocktails and artisan beers and the wide range of hits to accompany the above.

All the above has resulted in excellent online reviews that show how pleased customers are with the work done by the staff of this bar and restaurant, which is definitely a compulsory meeting point for anyone who decides to visit the city of Miami, either from the United States or from any other country.

This is the area bar — Area bar at El Patio Wynwood

Link to its official website: https://www.elpatiowynwood.com/?fbclid=IwAR0rNmOTAoaqw2i9mMysYz6Q3r2T3rMPtzYLBO40sSkYo1PH09nOlB1AksY