New York, NY (Top40 Charts/ Sony Music) Both a GRAMMY and Multiple LATIN GRAMMY winner, Ricky
Martin is the leading Latin
Music figure of his generation - beloved by fans worldwide for his instinctive understanding of rhythm, passion for performing, and equal compassion for giving. In Australia, Ricky
Martin has had four platinum albums and numerous hit singles including "Cup of Life" and "Livin La Vida Loca".
Already accustomed to the spotlight from the five years he spent in Menudo, Ricky Martin set-off on his own musical path with the 1991 release of his self-titled debut solo album. With his first two albums quickly establishing Martin as a superstar throughout the Spanish-speaking world, it did not take long before his magnetic performance ability began to entice audiences well-beyond the era's perceived limitations for a Latin music artist. With the continuously escalating success of landmark singles such as 1995's "Maria" and his globally embraced 1998 World Cup Anthem La Copa de la Vida ("The Cup of Life"), Martin vaulted to the level of bona fide global superstar and the natural performer to lead an oncoming cultural revolution.
Declared "an international pop icon and Latin Music's Global Ambassador" by Billboard and recognized by the Latin Recording Academy as it's youngest-ever "Person of the Year" honoree, Ricky Martin has now sold over 60 million albums and continues to perform to sold-out stadium and arena audiences throughout the world. Martin has been the recipient of dozens of prestigious international awards saluting both his career achievements and far-reaching philanthropic efforts.
Having taken the last two and a half years off from the music industry in order to devote time to raising his twin sons Matteo and Valentino, Ricky Martin is once again returning to his natural place in the artistic spotlight, now with an even deeper understanding of his personal and musical journey. After recently making his debut on the New York Times Bestseller list with the release of his highly-praised autobiography "ME," Ricky Martin's eagerly-awaited twelfth album is set for release in February of 2011. Soon after, Martin will once again take to the stage of arenas and stadiums with an extensive world tour set to run through the year.
"Ricky Martin, Now as Himself... [Ricky Martin] is still a gutsy, emotive singer, and the music [is] up to the minute... Mr. Martin uses a double-barreled approach: rock guitars atop club beats. The album pours on pop craftsmanship in a show of confidence and pride." - The New York Times
"Ricky Martin is back to his Latin roots with a mostly Spanish-language album of cutting-edge dance and pop. There are arena ballads, such as the pretty love song "Tu y Yo," but the thrill of this disc is in the bright Latin pop tunes, such as "Mas," in which Martin tries to capture the early '90s streets of Spanish Harlem."
- New York Post
"Martin is making hips move and hearts soar... [with] symphonic arrangements [and] stomping dance-rock grooves... Shine has a whiff of nostalgia and is Martin's most appealing English-language song in years...
[Musica + Alma + Sexo is] exactly what we needed and proves that Martin is still a viable pop star."
- Houston Chronicle
"The album overwhelming comprises self-empowering, uptempo tracks... Martin's comfort level translates to the music. While Musica+Alma+Sexo could have wallowed in self consciousness or even preachiness, it's a fun album. While many songs carry a deeper meaning, it never supersedes the spirit of the music...'Lo Mejor de Mi Vida'/'The Best Thing About Me Is You' feels like a genuine expression of delight... the video portrays positivity and freedom from beginning to end" - Billboard
"Exceptional ballads and pop songs that make you dance... Ricky sings with more passion than ever and a transcendent love and energy, which will give you goosebumps. Ricky has created another amazing album. Musica + Alma + Sexo is the best album of the year and is the best album of Ricky Martin's career."
- Para Todos
