Marc Anthony. Biography. Marc Anthony is a singer, songwriter, and actor of Puerto Rican descent who has made his mark through his Latin and salsa-inspired music.
Synopsis Born Marco Antonio Muniz on September 16, 1968, in New York City, Marc Anthony went on to international fame as a singer, actor, and songwriter. Getting his start as a backup singer for acts such as Menudo and the Latin Rascals, Anthony became a headliner when his style shifted to a more Spanish-based sound. Early Career Musician Marc Anthony was born Marco Antonio Muniz on September 16, 1968 in New York City. Marc Anthony grew up in New York City with his sister, Yolanda Muniz.
Marc changed his name, to avoid confusion with his namesake, and quickly became an in-demand backup singer; lending his voice to acts such as Menudo and the Latin Rascals. First Release His first release was a record called "Rebel," which debuted in 1988 from Bluedog Records, based in the Bronx. Commercial Success. Marc Anthony - Hasta Que Te Conoci. Hector Lavoe. Hector Lavoe - Mi Gente. Biography. Héctor Juan Pérez Martínez (September 30, 1946 – June 29, 1993),[3] better known as Héctor Lavoe, was a Puerto Rican salsa singer.[4] Lavoe was born and raised in the Machuelo Abajo barrio of Ponce, Puerto Rico.
Early in his life, he attended the Ponce Free School of Music known today as the Instituto de Música Juan Morel Campos,[5] and, inspired by Jesús Sánchez Erazo, developed an interest in music.[6] He moved to New York City on 3 May 1963, at the age of sixteen.[6] Shortly after his arrival, he worked as the singer in a sextet formed by Roberto García.[6] During this period, he performed with several other groups, including Orquesta New York, Kako All-Stars, and the Johnny Pacheco band. In 1967, Lavoe joined Willie Colón's band as its vocalist,[7] recording several hit songs, including "El Malo" and "Canto a Borinquen". Early life Héctor attended the local Juan Morel Campos Public School of Music where the first instrument he learned to play was the saxophone.
Music Lavoe goes solo. The History of Salsa Music. By Tijana Ilich Updated September 11, 2016.
Salsa is a word that inspires an instant reaction in Latin music lovers everywhere. It is the rhythm, the dance, the musical excitement that sends millions of normally sedate non-Latinos to the dance floor where they meet their Latin neighbors, who are too busy enjoying the music to notice. Birthplace of Salsa There’s a lot of debate about the place where salsa was born. But there’s little doubt that if salsa had a passport, the date of birth would be the 1960s and stamped under place of birth would be New York, New York. Evolution of Salsa Between 1930 and 1960 there were musicians from Cuba, Puerto Rico, Mexico and South America coming to New York to perform. continue reading below our video. Celia Cruz, "Queen of Salsa" Celia Cruz - Rie y Llora. Biography. Celia Cruz was a Cuban-American singer, best known as one of the most popular salsa performers of all time, recording 23 gold albums.
Synopsis Celia Cruz was born in Havana, Cuba on October 21, 1925. She first gained recognition in the 1950s, as a singer with the orchestra Sonora Matancera. Relocating to the United States after the ascent of Fidel Castro, Cruz recorded 23 gold records with Tito Puente, the Fania All-Stars and other collaborators. Cruz died in New Jersey in 2003, at the age of 77. Early Years Celia Cruz grew up in the poor Havana neighborhood of Santos Suárez, where Cuba's diverse musical climate became a growing influence. Rising Musical Career Cruz enrolled at the National Teachers’ College, but dropped out soon after, since her live and radio performances around were gaining acclaim. Cruz’s first recordings were made in 1948. Commercial Success Death and Legacy Celia Cruz died in New Jersey on July 16, 2003, at the age of 77. Salsa Music For Salsa Dancing.