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Belinda Releases New Single Featuring Pitbull Mexican pop star Belinda is all set for the release of her new album 'Carpe Diem', the third studio album in her blossoming career. The 20 year old singer is considered by many, to be Mexico's answer to Avril Lavigne or Kelly Clarkson. Belinda who was actually born in Spain, built her career as a popular Telenovela star when she was just 11 years old.

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Jennifer Lopez already signed to new label; album 'Love?' to be released this summer Jennifer Lopez is feeling the love from a new music label. A day after her manager confirmed J. Lo and Sony have parted ways, the pop star announced she has inked a new deal, Billboard.com reports.
Her upcoming album, "Love?", which was slated for an April release, will now come out this summer.

Read the Full Story | | Send To Friend    March 03, 2010, 11:18:11 AM in .



Mega TV is Pleased to Present: El Vacilon TV Show Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. ("SBS")announced today that their television division, Mega TV, will premiere "El Vacilon", a new comedic variety show which will be produced by Mega Films, winners of multiple Emmy Awards. The debut of "El Vacilon" will be on Saturday, March 6 at 9 p.m. (ET), 8 p.m. (CT), and 10 p.m. (PT).

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Former New York Knicks' Dancer, CeCe Segarra, Teams up with Power 96 To Debut Her Single "Outer Space" With the excitement and success surrounding her debut single, the Latin pop princess has fervently continued working on her debut album collaborating with industry heavy-hitters including music producers Robert "Big Bert" Smith who has worked with Michael Jackson and Jessica Simpson, The Runners who are known for their work with Chris Brown and multi-platinum producer Chad Beatz.

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Shakira Partners With Hard Rock for Artist Spotlight Merchandise Beginning in February 2010, with the launch of Hard Rock International's Shakira Artist Spotlight T-Shirt and Bracelet, a "She Wolf" won't be the only thing in every Shakira fan's closet. This limited-edition merchandise will benefit Shakira's Fundacion Pies Descalzos, an organization devoted to finding and providing opportunities for children who are victims of violence in Colombia.

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A New Home for The Copacabana with a Retractable Roof Latin nightspot, The Copacabana, which now hosts its parties at Columbus 72, is currently working on securing the space at 760 8th Avenue (formerly China Club, Eden), reports Daniel Maurer for Grub Street. The article goes on to say that owner John Juliano is hoping to install a retractable glass roof in the space, a trendy move these days.

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Celebs Record "We Are The World" In Spanish The recording will raise money for Haiti earthquake victims. Emilio and Gloria Estefan and other celebrities gathered to record a Spanish-language version of "We are the World" on Friday to raise money for Haiti earthquake victims. Emilio Estefan said he was talking with Quincy Jones about the importance of the Spanish market when the idea developed.

Read the Full Story | | Send To Friend    February 20, 2010, 09:29:26 PM in .



Music chopped in Spanish salons as radio tax spells silencio
It is a simple case of chop of the pops. Hairdressers in Spain are asking their customers to take their own music when they have a haircut as they battle against demands from the music industry that they pay for putting the radio on.

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Edmar Castaneda: A heavenly delight to the ears Edmar Castaneda is the sort of musician who isn’t afraid to challenge the established order. He’s carving out a place for himself in Latin jazz on an instrument you don’t often hear in his chosen genre: the Colombian harp. He’s adapted intricate traditional fingerpicking techniques to play jazz melodies along with the Afro-Cuban tumbao (bass line).

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'El Bambino,' Wisin & Yandel Lead Billboard Latin Awards Finalists Urban-leaning acts led the finalists' charge for the 2010 Billboard Latin Music Awards, with Tito "El Bambino" competing for 18 awards for his album "El Patrón" (Siente/Universal) and the single "El Amor." Following in sheer number of finalist slots are reggaetón duo Wisin & Yandel, up for 14 awards and urban/bachata stars Aventura, up for 12 awards.

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Rita Indiana y Los Misterios, The Next Big Thing in Latin Music? Hailing out of the Dominican Republic, Rita Indiana y Los Misterios is being described as simply, one of the best acts to ever come out of the island. Rita Indiana is an acclaimed novelist who had previously collaborated on the now dissolved bands Miti Miti and Casifull.



Read the Full Story | | Send To Friend    February 09, 2010, 08:18:51 PM in .



Vote for Free Community Concerts in East Harlem THE HARBOR CONSERVATORY FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS A Division of Boys & Girls Harbor has submitted a request for a grant in the amount of $25,000 to present free concerts here in East Harlem. Please vote for our project by clicking the link that follows below where it says: Check out You may vote once every day. With your help we will be able to continue our Guest Artist Recital Series which is free to our community.

Read the Full Story | | Send To Friend    February 07, 2010, 02:58:57 PM in .



Latin Notes: Romantic salsa on tap New York-born, Puerto Rican-raised singer Victor Manuelle personifies romantic salsa music. New York Times music contributor Jon Carmanica described Manuelle like this: “This onetime salsa upstart has already become a genre elder thanks to unabashedly romantic songs, skipping some of salsa's traditional toughness for tenderness.”

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The Anatomy of a Media Savy D.J. Duce Martinez There are but a few individuals who have had success in various musical genres. They are not categorized nor pigeonholed but applauded and respected. Duce Martinez is among them. This DJ, producer, remixer and performer has traveled throughout the music and entertainment industries leaving a body of impressive works and accomplishments.

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Bebo and Chucho Valdes Wins Best Latin Jazz Album -- Grammys 2010 The father/son duo of Bebo and Chucho Valdés have taken home the 2010 Grammy for Best Latin Jazz Album. Bebo Valdés is a Cuban pianist, bandleader, composer and arranger. Alone, he has won five Grammys as a central figure in the golden age of Cuban Music. Bebo's son, Chucho, has won three Grammys before sharing this one with his father.

Read the Full Story | | Send To Friend    February 04, 2010, 10:26:17 PM in .



Aventura Frontman Romeo Santos Honored By Lady Gaga Comparisons
'It's definitely an honor to be compared to ... mainstream artists that have done big stuff in New York City,' he says of sold-out four-show run at Madison Square Garden.



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