Mucho Love

Performer: Celia Cruz
Producer: Victor Gallo (Compilation)
Distributor: Universal Distribution

Notes: Audio Remasterer: Miami tape. As might be suspected, this posthumously released collection of songs from the great Cuban singer Celia Cruz celebrates some of her most romantic and passionate pieces, albeit not her most well known. Still, they do the trick, showing off the gorgeous bittersweet quality of both Cruz's voice and the son itself, especially on tracks like "Plazos Traicioneros," "Esperar�," and "Desencanto," making for an altogether affecting compilation. ~ Marisa Brown

Universally acknowledged as the "Queen of Salsa," Cuban exile Celia Cruz infused her impassioned, Spanish-language songs with nostalgia for the natural beauty of her homeland, and was often influenced by the Afro-Cuban Santeria religion. Cruz's more than 40 years (1960-2003) as an international salsa star proved that she was blessed with a rich voice, flexibility, and energy. Her talents even extended onto the silver screen, with featured roles in films such as THE MAMBO KINGS. In July 2003, Cruz passed away, and fans the world over mourned the loss of their beloved performer, "La Unica."

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