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Chris Willis, Writing Gospel-Bred Electronica with a Rock Edge
The word “songwriter” typically conjures a loner with a guitar or piano, or maybe two or three tunesmiths ensconced in a room at a publisher’s office in Nashville or L.A. But for Chris Willis and other creative sparkplugs of the dance and electronic music realm, it’s a wildly different game, played with trans-Atlantic emails, multiple studios, sample clearances, Skype and the high-tech wizardry of sequencing and beats…
From MusicWorld, posted 12.15.11
Calle 13 Lead 2011 Latin Grammy Nominations
Calle 13 broke records and led the BMI surge as the 2011 Latin Grammy nominations were announced last week. The Puerto Rican power duo earned an historic 10 nominations, including Album of the Year and Best Urban Music Album for Entren Los Que Quieran, as well as an Album of the Year nod for their work as producers on Shakira's Sale El Sol; Record…
From News, posted 9.21.11
Archie Peña Rides the Pulse of the Global Groove
Songwriter, master percussionist, producer and musical ambassador: Archie Peña is a whirlwind of kinetic creativity. A two-time BMI Award-winning songwriter and the co-writer of hits including “Hips Don’t Lie,” (Shakira); “Se Me Olvido Tu Nombre” (Shalim); “Te Quise Tanto" (Paulina Rubio); "No, No, No" (Thalia and Aventura), the Venezuelan-born Miami resident is also a seven-time Grammy-nominated producer. Having just concluded a…
From MusicWorld, posted 8.17.09
After A Decade of Hits, The Matrix Are Still Going Strong
Over the last 10 years, The Matrix has made an indelible mark on the music industry as a writing and production team. With a résumé that includes work with such varied artists as Avril Lavigne, Ricky Martin, and Liz Phair, the trio of Scott Spock, Lauren Christy and Graham Edwards have lived up to their…
From MusicWorld, posted 6.09.09
Rodolfo Castillo: Turning the Tide with Talent Beach Music
“I like to discover new acts and produce from scratch,” notes Rodolfo Castillo. One of modern Latin music’s most successful producers, songwriters and publishers, the Grammy-award winning Castillo is respected for his ability to find, develop and break emerging artists and talent. His company, Talent Beach Music (formed with partner Gregory Elias) extends across a variety of styles, from nuevo flamenco to Latin rock, salsa to hip-hop.…
From MusicWorld, posted 3.06.09
La Secta Allstar: Music is Feeling
The thousand-mile distance from Miami to San Juan is much closer on the musical map. Formed in Florida and now based in Puerto Rico, La Secta Allstar, consisting of vocalist Gustavo Laureano, bassist Mark Kilpatrick, drummer John Lengel and guitarist Mikey Genao, is a band with a decade and a half history. Their latest release, Fuego, embraces their organic roots. “The record before this…
From MusicWorld, posted 3.06.09
BMI Celebrates Excellence In Latin Music
Univision’s 20th Anniversary of Premio Lo Nuestro (Excellence in Latin Music), held February 21 at the American Airlines Arena in Miami, attracted Latin music’s biggest stars. BMI’s Jake Cavazos was in attendance to celebrate momentous event. Emilio Estefan, 2005 BMI Songwriter of the Year and Jake Cavazos The televised live event considered one of the most prestigious award ceremonies held…
From News, posted 3.05.08
The Gaitán Brothers Produce a Sonic Celebration of Latin Sounds
One hundred million CDs sold is, by any measure, an impressive achievement. The brothers Gaitán — Ricardo and Alberto — their songs, productions and arrangements, have pumped up an enviable cadre of Latin music’s most prominent artists: Gloria Estefan, Ricky Martin, and Paulina Rubio among them. Their behind-the-board prowess for Jaci Velazquez resulted in a Latin Grammy nomination for Best Pop Album of the…
From MusicWorld, posted 3.02.08
Juan Luis Guerra Tops Latin Grammys
Dominican singer/songwriter Juan Luis Guerra dominated the eighth annual Latin Grammys, held November 8 in Las Vegas, winning five awards, including Album of the Year for La Llave De Mi Corazon (The Key to My Heart), which was also named Best Merengue Album of the Year. The album’s title track won for Record of the Year, Song of the Year and Best Tropical Song. Guerra was named…
From News, posted 11.09.07
L.A. ‘Industry Insider’ Spotlights Latin Music
BMI, Gibson Guitar and Billboard magazine will present a Latin music-focused “Industry Insider” panel series on Wednesday, October 17. Focusing on Latin music, the “Producers Roundtable” will be held from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the Gibson Guitars Showroom in Beverly Hills. The showroom is located at 9350 Civic Center Drive, Suite 130. The panel will be moderated by Billboard Latin music correspondent Ayala Ben-Yehuda, and will feature some of…
From News, posted 9.26.07
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