Mi Sangre (CD)

Unlike many Latin crossover stars, Colombian-born Juanes (Juan Esteban Aristiz bal V squez) sings entirely en Espanol. This hasn't hindered him, however, from having a wildly successful international career. He balances traditional pop songcraft with Latin rhythms, rocking guitar leads, and a distinctly Spanish lyrical romanticism. Juanes got his start in the late 1980s as part of the Columbian metal band Ekhymosis, and released his first solo album in 2000, produced by the celebrated film composer Gustavo Santaolalla. The album, and its two follow-ups, garnered excellent reviews, several Grammy awards, and the adoration of millions of fans who appreciate the performer's unique blend of talents.

• Category:  Music  »  Latin Music  »  Alternative Latin
• Format: CD   Learn more about the CD format using Tower WIKI.
• Release Date: September 28, 2004
• Label: Universal Music Latino
• UPC: 602498235331
• WAPI (Tower ID): 106155665
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• Tower.com Sales Rank: #18762 in Music (See Top 100 Music Bestsellers)
• #173 in Latin Music (See Top 100 Latin Music Bestsellers)
• #9 in Alternative Latin (See Top 100 Alternative Latin Bestsellers)

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Personnel: Juanes (vocals, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, synthesizer, programming); Emmanuel Briceno (Fender Rhodes piano); Anibal Kerpel (keyboards, mini-Moog synthesizer); Greg Kurstin (keyboards); Fernando Tobon (bass guitar); Victor Indrizzo (drums); Gustavo Santaolalla, Felipe Alzate (percussion).

Recording information: El Garaje De Mi Casa, Miami, FL; Criteria Recording Studios, Miami, FL; La Casa, Los Angeles, CA.

The term "Latin rock" can mean many different things, from traditional Mexican music simply played with electric instruments to death metal sung in Spanish. The music of Colombian singer/songwriter/guitarist Juanes is perhaps more deserving than most of the appellation, as his sound is a true hybrid that borrows several of the best qualities from both Latin and rock music. With its super-dry, punchy production, sharp songwriting, and wickedly tasty guitar leads, MI SANGRE has all the pop smarts of an early Elvis Costello album, but adds a romanticism and powerful rhythmic kick that's distinctly south of the border. With its sweeping strings and soaring melody, "Para Tu Amor" sounds a bit like Eric Carmen or Paul McCartney fronting a Cuban son band. The organ-driven dance-party funk of "Damelo," on the other hand, is reminiscent of Jamiroquai. Sporting shaggy tresses, tattoos, and a beat-up Stratocaster, Juanes proves that his rocker look is no mere costume, but an accurate reflection of his distinctive and powerful musical fusion.

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