Fashion Alert! Marc Ecko & Wisin y Yandel Collabo

On November 9th famous designer, Marc Ecko and Latin urban duo, Wisin & Yandel announced their partnership in a new line of men’s apparel called “Los Lideres”.  Based off the styles of Wisin & Yandel, the line promises to “update any man’s wardrobe and unleash his inner rock star.”  The line consists of denim, t-shirts, vests, hats, headphones, and jewelry.

"It's really exciting to be able to express our creativity to our fans in a new way. Marc Ecko is the best at what he does so it's only natural to collaborate with him for this collection."  - Wisin & Yandel

Click here to check out footage from the press conference.

"Working with such an incredible group is organic for Marc Ecko Cut & Sew because music has always been a big part of our design process. We came up with a collection that has a fresh perspective." - Marc Ecko

Los Lideres is now exclusively on shopecko.com for pre-sale. 

The collection is inspired by Wisin & Yandel’s up-tempo performances, unique personal style and combined with Marc Ecko Cut & Sew’s contemporary designs,  that are slim and flattering.

Marc Ecko with Wisin y Yandel

The collection will be showcased live for the first time during a fashion show at Wisin & Yandel's concert in Puerto Rico on December 3rd. For more information visit, www.shopecko.com.

xo, Jessica & Samantha

Mas Musica

Video Song: "Came Along Way " -Eric Sosa

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Hey Guys,

  

What a long two weeks it has been... But I can't complain, I'm so blessed and thankful for everything coming our way. (I was actually in Medellin, Colombia last week - but stay tune for that post!)

Ok so...
The last two days I was with the legendary EDDIE PALMIERI. Mr. Palmieri - a venerated Puerto Rican icon - celebrated the release of his 1st DVD  Eddie Palmieri 50th Anniversary DVD  which took place at Best Buy (Union Sq). The DVD signing at Best Buy was moderated by Erica Gonzalez, the Executive Editor of El Diario/La Prensa. Click here for the clip! Later that evening, the Publisher and CEO of El Diario/La Prensa (and Birthday Girl!!) Rosanna Rosado, hosted the official DVD release party at Copacabana. The 72year old Latin Jazz Originator performed with his Orchestra,  La Perfecta II. The night also helped raise money for the EXODUS program, an East Harlem project that assists ex-offenders readjust to the demands and challenges of every day society. I actually handled the press for both events, check him out on the The Wall Street Journal and El Diario!  click & read all about it.



Speaking of coming a long way... Eric Sosa, is far from the new kid on the block. As we stated back in April... the young MC has virtually mastered the art of rhetoric and epitomizes lyrical confidence with skill and range that many artists today have not mastered. On Tuesday July 26th - The unsigned talent shared his video with fans, (including us) and other fellow media supporters!  “Came Along (Way)” is the name of the new track/video (you can listen to it in our video). The premiere party took place at the Rocawear's Showroom in the city.  The video is a montage of his earlier days till where he is now. His music is a fusion of personal stuff mixed with whats currently going on - from the crowd's reaction following with an encore, it was needless to say the video was a hit . A big S/O to DJ Zeke, "The to go to Kid"  who was on the 1s and 2s (we love you ZEKE). Willmarie Sena from the Bad Girls club was also there hosting the event. Sosa is taken over the NYC underground scene blessing the stage at various venues, we know he will go along way! (Continue the hustle Eric Sosa)..  we genuinely enjoy watching his progress. click HERE for more of a visual recap of the night!

On Saturday  August 13th, I went to see my fave Reggeaton Duo Wisin y Yandel for their SummerStage performance at Central Park! They gave an awesome performance, people went crazy... there were even panties thrown at them lol, yea..so you can only imagine. Before they went on stage Henry Santos (From Aventura) actually went on and performed a couple of his singles! and of course my love Alex Sensation was there hyping the crowd. He handed out mixed-tapes and took the time to greet screaming fans! May I add the mix tape is off the hook - it's seriously been on repeat ever since it got to my room.SummerStage is New York’s largest free performing arts festival! This year they had over 100 performances to eighteen parks throughout the five boroughs. With performances ranging from American pop, Latin and world music to dance, spoken word and theater, SummerStage fills a vital niche in New York City’s summer arts festival landscape. For the past twenty-six years, more than six million people from New York City and around the world have enjoyed SummerStage. This particular event concluded Pepsi's Sabados de Verano summer concert series ... but don't worry SummerStage is still going till September 2nd - check out http://www.summerstage.com/and see if you can catch some awesome FREE performances!

Music, what would we do without it?  Music can influence our life in a positive or negative way. A certain melody or song can inspire us and lift our spirits or make us cry.  The power of music is HUGE it moves us emotionally and physically! Whether its Jazz, Rap, Salsa,  R&B etc ... you can find yourself getting lost into it - you can either hate it or love it, if you think about it, your opinion on music describes YOU! Attending various events actually made me extremely aware of this power... Music shapes us - we pretty much are what we listen to.

Check out Jessica's recap on The Sound of New York an event we co-sponsored last Thursday... Mas Musica!!! :D
 

with Alex Sensation at SummerStage :)

xo, Samantha

Song of the Week - Mr. Saxo beat! -Alexandra Stan

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What's Up,

This past week we co-sponsored a great showcase with Urban Latino Magazine called The Sound of New York, presented by DeeGee Works aka Mr. Miguel Bonilla's independent production company. 

Miguel Bonilla started his career as Marc Anthony's piano player and since has worked with like La India and produced music for Elvis Crespo, Ricardo Arjona, Victor Manuelle, Huey Dunbar, and Don Omar.

Scene Stealers with Miguel Bonilla

In 2010 Miguel Bonilla launched DeeGee Works, which is dedicated to promoting the New York City latin music scene. DeeGee Works is helping new artists such as Papito, Sostre, OMG, LuLu, and others start a career in the music industry. Miguel’s vision for his sound is a fusion of cultures, sounds and music genres. This style arranges from Salsa, Hip Hop, Kumbia, Rock, and Pop.

DeeGee Works definitely stood true to its mission at The Sound of New York Showcase with live performances by George Lamond, Fragancia (Formerly of DLG), Papito, Sostre and Zeitlin Perez. C&C Music Factory’s Angel Deleon hosted the event, while DJ Lucho provided music along with Miguel’s all-star band and artists. So before I tell you how the showcase went, here's some background info on the artists that rocked the stage at R-Bar.

Fraganica

George LaMond began his music career focusing on the, then up-and-coming genre of Freestyle. His first big break came in 1989 when he signed to independent record label Ligosa Records...and from there his career completely took off! He moved to Columbia Records and toured with top artist like New Kids on the Block, thanks in large part to the success of his hit songs "Bad of the Heart," "Without You", "Look Into My Eyes" and his duet with Brenda K. Starr, "No Matter What." But he wasn't content with just simply conquering the English-speaking market, so LaMond joined the roster at Prestigio Records and was transformed into a Latin superstar. His first single, "Si Tu Te Vas," quickly reached the top of the charts and opened up opportunities for him to work with some of the best names in the industry, such as Marc Anthony, Johnny Rivera and Sergio George.His 2001 album GL earned critical acclaim and spawned the radio hits "Jurare Quererte" and "Volver Amar". Currently part of dance-pop label Robbins Entertainment, LaMond made a big splash with "Don’t Stop Believin'."

Fraganica was part of the Grammy award winning group, DLG. The popular Latin trio came into the music scene with great force, and frequent top-ranking hits such as "Morir", "La Quiero a Morir", "Juliana", "Toda Mi Coarzon". After many successful years together the group decided to amicably split and purse solo careers. With a multitude of experience under his belt, Fragancia decided that now would be the right time to embark on a solo career. Fraga is set on changing the face of Latin Hip Hop while making his fans say, “Wow”!

Scene Stealers with Papito

Papito can tap into different genres of music, ranging from reggaeton to salsa. He has already had three successful albums: Papito Sur 4, El Trago and Sin Mirar Atras. DeeGee Works not only produced two of the albums. Some of his recent accomplishments included the hit singles "El Trago" and "Aun Vive en Mi", both have been played on mainstream radio and internet radio.

Sostre, the "Atrevete" singer debuted at #45 on the Latin Billboard charts without being signed to any major record label. The music video for "Atrevete" made its network debut on Music Choice On-Demand, LaTV, Es Musica, and more national networks. DeeGee Works produced the hit sensation "Atrevete" and "Amada." Sostre is now working on his debut solo album and is constantly releasing new music downloads for his demanding fans.

Papito with some fan/band members

And lastly, Ms. Zeitlin Perez...you remember don't you? She was part of the talented art collective Art For Money and sang at GIVEN's very first Acoustic Tuesday event at Sazon. Well, Zeitlin is an accomplished vocalist with an incredible taste for diverse music. She was part of an all female bachata group, Syrenz and joined an all female R&B group, Diamond. Her ability to switch up the genres is what sets her apart from many.  Zeitlin has performed for merengue pioneers: Rubby Perez, Johnny Ventura, The Henry Jimenez Band, but so far her carreer highlight was being on tour with Grammy Award-Winning Dominican-Merengue singer, Milly Quezada.

The night was filled with great music with each artist performing one to two songs...but the real focus was on the creative genius of Miguel Bonilla and DeeGee Works. Joshua Torrez (we absolutely adore him!) and Chika made did surprise performances as well! There was such an awesome turnout for the event, so many artists and industry people in attendance...we even bumped into my buddy, K7 (::lovestruck:: lol). I recommend you to google these artists...you'll definitely have some new music to add to your ipod.

Enjoy!

Song of the Week: "Cold War (Wondamix)"- Janelle Monae

xo, Jessica 

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Are You FABulous Contest?!

 

We're having another contest!!! Yay!! We're giving away 2 tickets to FAB's 2 Year Anniversary event on Tuesday, August 23rd at Pranna in NYC with Keynote Speaker, Stephen Dimmick (a 23-yr Veteran celebrity make-up artist, who's worked with Christian Dior Valentino & Marc Jacobs...just to name a few).

So here are the contest rules, they're simple...Become our friend on facebook and post a pic of you fabulously changing your community with a short description of what you are doing.  

Here's an example's:

Here's a pic of me and Samantha taking part in NY Cares Day...repainting and cleaning classrooms in a public school in the Bronx. We had a great time giving this school a make over...and hoped the children benefited from a brighter, cleaner learning environment.

Here's alittle info on The FAB Network: 

FAB is a professional consulting firm dedicated to fostering career and social opportunities for young adults to help build and enhance their careers in the worlds of Fashion, Arts, Beauty and related industries. We are an organization that provides engaging and creative career development services and exclusive industry knowledge that educates and prepares individuals to succeed, both professionally and personally.  

 Good Luck!

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Video Song: "City of Gods" - Pitbull

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Hey Guys,

with the Scene Stealer winner!

I hope you all enjoyed your 4th of July weekend! I know I did ;) ...What a busy couple of weeks it has been, from Jessica getting serenaded by TKA to us partying up at the Wisin y Yandel concert! Plus working along with our new client the New Copacabana and coming up with a layout for our first Beauty & Fashion page for the mag! So excited =)

You guys have to read Jessica's blog to get the 411 on TKA and her outer-body experience! lol She lovesssss Freestyle so this was quite the treat. Later on that week Jess and I went to the Wisin y Yandel concert which was fantastic! We partied at the Prudential Center with our friends and the Scene Stealer contest winner, Diana Ruano. We had a blast!! Reggaeton is a genre that's fading away, but its artists like Wisin y Yandel that keep the momentum going! They def had me on my feet and singing like there's no tomorrow. #goodtimes !

Speaking about concerts ... last Thursday we literally stayed up 24 hours to catch my future hubby Pitbull, Marc Anthony, Neyo and T-pain performing for Today Show - FREE - summer concert series at the Rockefeller. The 2011 Today Show Summer Concert Series takes place every Friday morning on the plaza at Rockefeller Center (between 49th and 50th St. near 5th Ave.). The Friday show start at 7:00 A.M., so you better get your bootayy up EARLY if you want a decent view. Viewing is on a first-come, first-served basis.We got there at 4am thinking that we will get good seats, negative! Fans were camping there... We got into the main area but couldn't really see much =[ (it sucks being a lil' over 5ft). Nonetheless we had a blast listening to them during soundcheck. I think its awesome to have free concerts like these -- I just wish it wasn't as early 0_o.

Check out the schedule!

FRIDAY, JULY 8, 7:00 A.M. – Blake Shelton

FRIDAY, JULY 15, 7:00 A.M. – Chris Brown

FRIDAY, JULY 22, 7:00 A.M. – Cee Lo Green

FRIDAY, JULY 29, 7:00 A.M.– Journey

FRIDAY, AUGUST 5, 7:00 A.M. – Maroon 5

FRIDAY, AUGUST 12, 7:00 A.M. – Zac Brown Band

FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 7:00 A.M. – Enrique Iglesias

FRIDAY, AUGUST 26, 7:00 A.M. – Train

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 7:00 A.M. – Lenny Kravitz

We also had a press event that took place last week at the legendary Copacabana! Stay tune for that recap along with next week's Grand Re-Opening, where salsa icon Willie Colon will be performing! I'm so exited to be working at this venue and being part of the historic evening (Deff taking notes for our lounge that will be in effect in 4 yrs! Or sooner lol).

Wow, next week is going to be pretty busyyy, not only with the Copa's Grand Opening, and the preview for Brownsville Bred - Off Broadway show  - on July 13th we will also be attending The Spot by Heineken! Celebrating the partnership with Remezcla, a leading creative house and content authority on emerging Latin culture.Trendsetting Latino artists, musicians, DJs, filmmakers and tastemakers will ALL unite under one roof in New York this summer!  I cant wait to be be inspired and surround myself with great Latin Entertainment.

Kinky, Tego Calderón, La Mala Rodríguez, Vico C and Carla Morrison, and the New York International Latino Film Festival are just some of the artists and partners who will be part of Heineken’s The Spot line-up. (Cant wait :D)

That's about it kiddos, thanks so much for taking your time to read this... Till next time!!

Song of the week: Pitbull & Marc Anthony - Rain Over Me

xo, Samantha

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What's Up!

So these past few weeks have been hella hectic, chock full of work, meetings and various events.

As you all should know by now, Samantha and I have a weekly segment (every Monday) on Front Stage Radio with Pretty Lou, Jess Cortez, DJ Top 10, DJ Fort Nox and Angela on Urban Latino Radio (from 10pm to 1am)...well last Monday I was super stoked to find out that Latin freestyle artists, TKA/K7 were going to be the in the building!! 

Hailing from New York City, TKA was discovered when it sang at a Sweet Sixteen party in an East Harlem church in 1984. Record producer and manager Joey Gardner, who attended the party, was impressed with the trio, and so with his help, signed with Tommy Boy Records.The group’s first single was "One-Way Love", a major hit in the Latin club communities of New York and Miami, which was followed by " Come Get My Love." They recorded the album, titled Scars of Love, which included the first two singles. The title track was then released as a single, followed by "Tears May Fall," "X-Ray Vision," and "Don't be Afraid." A greatest-hits package was released in 1992, with a new track, "Maria," which was released as a single. Following the split, the members of TKA went on to pursue independent interests. Kayel recorded under the name K7 and had a hit hip-hop album called Swing, Batta, Swing, which contained the hit singles "Zunga Zeng, and "Come Baby Come. They have however, come back together and still perform throughout New York and Miami.

And they were in the studio!! I love freestyle music, I grew up on it as a child...so seeing these guys up close and personal was amazing. Plus K7 sang "Louder Than Love" to me ::love struck face::!! 

Next up was Wisin y Yandel.  We got special suite tickets to the Wisin y Yandel's Los Vaqueros El Regreso World Tour stop at the Prudential Center in New Jersey. 

Wisin y Yandel are a Puerto Rican reggaeton duo, consisting of Juan Luis Morera Luna (Wisin) and Llandel Veguilla Malavé Salazar (Yandel). They started their career in 2000 and have been together since, winning several awards during that time. These superstars are famous for songs like “Abusadora,” “Rakata,” and more. They’ve also collaborated with a wide array of artist like Akon and Enrique Iglesias. 

Lastly, we stayed up all day and night to catch the handsome Pitbull perform at Rockefeller Center for the Today Show's Toyota Summer Concert Series. Pitbull brought the party to the plaza performing three of his collaborations, including “Give Me Everything” with Ne-Yo “Rain” with Marc Anthony and “Hey Baby!” with T-Pain. 

International music sensation Pitbull has sold millions of digital singles; scored two No. 1’s on Billboard’s Rap Albums charts, and has been featured on tracks by such pop-chart mainstays as Usher, Enrique Iglesias, Jennifer Lopez, Shakira, and Janet Jackson. On the business side, Pitbull (whose given name is Armando Christian Pérez) launched his own Polo Grounds Music/J Records imprint (Mr. 305 Records), introduced his specialty vodka Voli, partnered with Sheets, the dissolvable energy strip, inked major sponsorship deals with blue-chip brands Kodak, Dr. Pepper, Bud Light and capitalized on his enormous popularity in the community by releasing his first Spanish-language album, Armando, which features the Top 5 Latin Billboard pop single “Bon Bon.” To top it all off, the Miami native was awarded his hometown’s Key to the City as a thank-you for the positive PR he has brought Florida’s nightlife capitol.

So there's a recap of out jam-packed music week...

And for all you New Yorkers...the music don't stop! Heineken, in partnership with Remezcla, announced their schedule of events and talent line-up for The Spot by Heineken, an unprecedented three-week series of events inspired by and connecting Latin music and culture, taking place under one roof in New York City this summer. The Spot by Heineken will open its doors on Wednesday, July 13th and exclusive information on these events can be obtained by registering on www.remezcla.com/TheSpot.

Party on!

Song of the Week: "Tears May Fall" - TKA 

xo, Jessica

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HEINEKEN ANNOUNCES TALENT LINE-UP AND SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 
FOR “THE SPOT”

Tego Calderon, Kinky, Carla Morrison, Diego García, Los Rakas, Zuzuka Poderosa, Maluca, La Mala Rodríguez, Vico C, Williamsburg Salsa Orchestra, Our Latin Thing, Nacotheque, Peligrosa All-Stars and the Mexican Institute of Sound among performances.  

NEW YORK, N.Y. June 30, 2011– Heineken, in partnership with Remezcla, announced today the schedule of events and talent line-up for The Spot by Heineken, an unprecedented three-week series of events inspired by and connecting Latin music and culture, taking place under one roof in New York City this summer. The space combines all elements of a concert hall, art gallery and local hangout.