LOS ANGELES (Top40 Charts/ Machete Music) - 'Tributo Urbano a
Hector Lavoe' is the much deserved tribute that the reggaeton genre pays to the legendary salsa master
The similarities between salsa and reggaeton are palpable. Both musical genres were born hidden in obscurity and were initially misunderstood and rejected by the public until its broad distribution when it became the frontier-breaking voice of a new generation. Their lyrics describe the social-economic struggle of the everyday man and became a portrait of the streets and barrios throughout Latin America. Musically, they are fusion of rhythms traditional to the islands in the Caribbean.
Hector Lavoe was one of the great proponents of the salsa genre and today is considered an internationally venerated idol followed by legions of fans. With the December 18th release of 'Tributo Urbano a Hector Lavoe', the artists known as "La Voz" (The Voice) brings his sound through the innovated sounds of some of the most important reggaeton artists today.
The first single of the Machete Music album is "Mi Gente", a track that joins the voice of Angel y Khriz to that of Lavoe's. Another track that will hit listeners with a strike of nostalgia is "El Cantante", brought to life by the King of Kings, Don Omar. The explosive collaborations continue with Machete Music new artists, La Sista ("El Todopoderoso") and MJ ("Ella Mintio/El Mintio).
"We are very honored to have participated in this innovated project. The objective with this record was to bring Hector Lavoe's music and to showcase who he was and who he continues to be. We are sure we accomplished this with this record. It was also an honor to work with Fania Records, one of the most respected record labels ever." says Gustavo Lopez, President of Machete Music.
The respected urban producer, DJ Nelson was responsible for most of the music arrangements while the rest counted on the original Fania recordings. "Tributo Urbano a Hector Lavoe' was recorded between Puerto Rico and New York.
The disc also includes a track from Epic Records artists The Dey. This bilingual act has worked with the likes of Timbaland and JR Rottem and lends their voices to the track "Triste y Vacia."
The rest of the renditions included on this album in clued: "Paraizo de Dulcura" by Mario VI; "Todo Tiene su Final" by Dalmata; "Mentiras" by Tres Coronas; "Timbaleros" by Gallego; "Calle Luna, Calle Sol" by Locos Por Juana; and "Songoro Conzongo", by Don Chezina, Rey Pirin, Maicol y Alberto.
In 'Tributo Urbano a Hector Lavoe' salsa and reggaeton blend together in perfect harmony to honor one of the most loved and memorable stars of tropical music.
