Born in 1918, Cachao’s 80-year career began in the silent movie era as he accompanied pianists in movie theaters in his native Havana. At 13, he became the bassist of the Havana Philharmonic, a position he held for 30 years. Simultaneously, with his brother Orestes, he played in a succession of dance orchestras and smaller ensembles as the duo wrote thousands of songs in the traditional Cuban styles of charanga and danzón. Slowing their frenetic rhythms to create an infectious and danceable style, they created their first mambo in 1937, a genre that ultimately packed dance floors worldwide. In Havana, Cachao assembled jam sessions — descargas — where recordings by Cachao y Su Ritmo Caliente became the foundation of salsa.

In 1962, Cachao moved to Spain before migrating to New York City to work with bands including those under the leadership of Tito Rodríguez and Eddie Palmieri. He relocated to Las Vegas, then to Florida where, in 1990, actor/director Andy Garcia organized recording sessions with leading Cuban musicians and a tribute concert for the Grammy-winning Master Sessions Volume I; Master Sessions Volume II and the concert filmed for a documentary, Cachao, Como Su Ritmo No Hay Dos. Garcia went on to produce two more albums with Cachao, Cuba Linda and the 2004 Grammy-winning Ahora Sí.

Honored with a National Heritage Fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, at the time of his death Cachao was planning recording sessions and a European tour. A documentary, Cachao, Ahora Sí, is set for release next month.

"We are deeply saddened by the passing of one of Latin music's greats,” said Delia Orjuela, BMI Assistant Vice President, Writer/Publisher Relations, Latin. “A true icon, Cachao’s music crossed many borders, languages and generations. As the creator of the mambo and one of the greatest bassists of the 20th century, he will remain one of music's greatest architects and ambassadors.”

Dan Kimpel

Coral’s March 2006 release was written, recorded and produced in New York City, with the participation of producers like Itaal Shur and Pete Miser, among others, and her music video, “Abril,” as deemed “buzz-worthy” by MTV Español.

Coral played to packed houses and Miami at venues such as Town Hall, S.O.B.'s, and Joe's Pub in New York and the Bayfront Park Theater and Macarena in Miami. She also performed at the Super Bowl's opening party and rocked outdoor music festivals like the Argentine Festival in Miami and Quilmes Rock.

Currently, Coral resides in New York City where she is finished with her English-language EP, Inside The C, with Itaal Shur and is working on her new album, Pocket Songs.

As a songwriter, she has collaborated with artists like Volumen Cero for the single “Autos”; EMI artist Ness for the Spanish version of "More Than This”; and is co-writing the Spanish version of "When Will You Love Me?” for Brenda K. Starr.

Sacha Nairobi

Sponsors for the showcase, which took place during the week of the Latin Alternative Music Conference, included nochelatina.com, El Especial & El Especialito, Gibson, lamusica.com and Tequila Cuervo.

BMI's Del Bryant, Sacha Nairobi, Sandra Dohne and BMI's Porfirio Piña

Hailing from Miami, Sacha Nairobi is a songwriter who lives and breathes through music. A real treat to watch on stage, she practically bursts with the energy of each second of her songs. Each melody, unique and fresh, is executed as a Latin symphony by Sacha's talented band.

German Ortiz, Sacha Nairobi, Julissa and BMI's Del Bryant

Leading the way with an adolescent desire to conquer the world, Tatiana Klauss wakes you up with a painless slap in the face. With a mix of sweet irony and tender aggressiveness, this 17-year-old bewitches and makes you an accomplice in a distorted universe.

Tatiana Klauss

A force to be reckoned with, singer/songwriter Coral left her native Argentina at the age of 16 to make her presence known in the American Latin rock scene. Her talent, charisma and beauty are the elements behind performances that are nothing short of mesmerizing.

Julissa

Described by many as the Latin No Doubt, New York rock band Julissa's objective has been primarily to write and perform their own original pop/rock/alternative music with a Latin feel and sound that could appeal to any and all musical tastes and audiences. Full of energy, Julissa hopes to break barriers by appealing to anyone who simply appreciates music that you can dance or bob to.

Julissa, BMI's Porfirio Piña and KMW's Kevin K

BMI's Porfirio Piña and KMW's Kevin K

Coral

Alejandro Lagrotta, Julissa, Tatiana Klauss, BMI's Porfirio Piña, Coral, and BMI's Delia Orjuela and Del Bryant

Alejandro Lagrotta

Sacha Nairobi	Tatiana Klauss

Hailing from Miami, Sacha Nairobi is a songwriter who lives and breathes through music. A real treat to watch on stage, she practically bursts with the energy of each second of her songs. Each melody, unique and fresh, is executed as a Latin symphony by Sacha's talented band.

Coral	Julissa

Leading the way with an adolescent desire to conquer the world, rock-n-roll flag-waving Tatiana Klauss wakes you up with a painless slap in the face. With a mix of sweet irony and tender aggressiveness, this 17-year-old bewitches and makes you an accomplice in a distorted universe.

A force to be reckoned with, singer/songwriter Coral left her native Argentina at the age of 16 to make her presence known in the American Latin rock scene. Her talent, charisma and beauty are the elements behind performances that are nothing short of mesmerizing.

Described by many as the Latin No Doubt, New York rock band Julissa's objective has been primarily to write and perform their own original pop/rock/alternative music with a Latin feel and sound that could appeal to any and all musical tastes and audiences. Full of energy, Julissa hopes to break barriers by appealing to anyone who simply appreciates music that you can dance or bob to.

S.O.B.'s doors will open at 6 p.m. the night of the show, with performances beginning promptly at 6:45 p.m. Sponsors for the event, which takes place during the week of the Latin Alternative Music Conference in New York (Aug. 2-5), include nochelatina.com, El Especial & El Especialito, Gibson, lamusica.com and Tequila Cuervo.]]> 2006-07-19T18:00:00-05:00 http://www.bmi.com/musicworld/entry/233997 Artists, Coral, Distillers, The, Musical Styles, Rock, Musicworld, Hitmaker The Distillers are out to rescue rock & roll, and its fans from the blahs. The band — singer/guitarist Brody Dalle, drummer Andy Granelle, bassist Ryan Sinn and guitarist Tony Bradley — is far from the musical politeness of pop. They barge around with meaty, gritty rock music, growling themes and not-so-subtle reminders of when rock was not only a little dangerous, but a lot fun.

The band’s third album, Coral Fang, is chock filled with punk-rock angst and credibility. Coral Fang was produced by Gil Norton (who earned his stripes with the Pixies) and walks the difficult line between hard-core and palatable-to-the-masses radio fare. Songs like “Here To Know” and “Deathsex” are driving, arrhythmic and messy — the very definition of what punk rock is supposed to be, but these days rarely is. Those songs are also buried way down in the album’s sequencing.

It is the upfront tunes however, such as “Drain the Blood” and “Die on a Rope” that channel the band toward greatness. Remincent of Hole, the songs — like The Distillers — are driven, angry and ultimately accessible.

Dalle is an Aussie who arrived in Los Angeles as a teenager, and still envisions herself as the ultimate outsider. She might be appalled, but The Distillers could just be the band to refresh the stale state of rock & roll for everyone. After all, it’s a dirty job, but somebody’s got to do it, and The Distillers are up for the challenge.

John Stephens

Aaron Brotherton

Mieka Pauley

Coral

photos: Eric Miller

keith urban, Phil Vassar, Martina McBride, Creative Artists Agency's John Huie, Faith Hill Creative Artists Agency's Rod Essig

The star-studded, black tie event was presented by the T.J. Martell Foundation and raised more than $145,000 for innovative research into the treatments and cures of leukemia, cancer and AIDS. The Foundation funds cancer research at the Frances Williams Preston Laboratories at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, the only comprehensive cancer center in Tennessee recognized by the National Cancer Institute.

Marlyce & Paul Corbin of BMI with Marion Williams

Over 140 people attended, including country artists, sports celebrities and prominent music industry executives. Celebrity guests included Faith Hill, Charlie Daniels, Joe Diffie, Gary Chapman, Kix Brooks & Ronnie Dunn, Kathy Mattea, Martina McBride, Alabama's Randy Owen, Blake Shelton, keith urban, Lee Ann Womack, BlackHawk’s Henry Paul, Chely Wright, Tracy Lawrence, Louise Mandrell, Steve Cropper, and NFL defensive tackle Jason Fisk.

Martell Foundation's Tod Minnich, EMI Christian Music Group's Bill Hearn, Charlie Daniels, Martina & John McBride, Randy Owen and Chef Norman Van Aken

The dinner party paired a recording artist with a wine connoisseur to co-host each table. The exotic feast was prepared by guest Chef Norman Van Aken with the assistance of Loews Vanderbilt Hotel’s Executive Chef Elaine Taubin, students from the Tennessee Tech culinary school, Cathy Lewis of Nick of Thyme, Thayer Wine, The Tennessean’s food and wine columnist, and Chef Jason McConnell from F. Scotts.

Theresa & Joe Diffie with Martina & John McBride

Exclusive wines were provided by table hosts Brett and Donna Allen, Tom Black, Greg and Collie Daily, Billy Ray and Joanie Hearn, Irving and Barbara Lingo, Paul and Carla McCombs, Tony and Terry Moorby, David and Anne Morgan, Bill and Rosann Nunnely, Keith and Deborah Pitts, Michael and Janet Richardson, Tim and Mary Schoettle, Ron and Becky Sohr, and David and Phyllis Vandewater.

Pam and Tim DuBois of Universal South, keith urban, Phil Vassar and Julie Wood

Norman’s of Coral Gables is located in Miami, Florida, and was not to be overlooked at this party. The hotel ballroom was transformed to set the mood of a Miami room at sunset. Gary Musick Scenic adorned the room in coral colors and palm trees that were enhanced by a waterfall that served as a backdrop to one of the stages. Tropical floral arrangements from Garden Delights added to the ambiance. On the other stage, the Floridian flair was accentuated by salsa music from Al DeLory & Music Makers.

As one of the originators of fusion cuisine, Chef Norman Van Aken is self-taught and has influenced an entire generation of innovative chefs. His ingredients are the foodstuffs of Southern Florida and the Caribbean: conch, shrimp, grouper and red snapper; black beans, mangoes, coconuts, and keylimes. These ingredients, along with the folk-cooking methods intrinsic to the area, have been melded by Van Aken with classical cooking techniques and traditional elements such has pork loin, foie gras, truffles and lobster. He calls the result New World Cuisine.

As a chef, restaurateur, and author of three cookbooks, Van Aken is one of the most prolific and influential masters of cooking in America today. His restaurant has been recognized by virtually every culinary guide and authority, from the Mobile Travel Guide and Zagat’s to The James Beard Foundation, Gourmet, Conde’ Nast Traveler and Wine Spectator. Chef Van Aken has also been honored with the Robert Mondavi Culinary Award of Excellence and the Food Arts Silver Spoon Award for Lifetime Achievement.

Highlights from the seven-course menu were the Yuca Stuffed Shrimp with Pickled Habanero Tarter Salsa; Spiced Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Golden Grits, Red Mole, Smoky Plantain Crema and a Spanish Sherry Reduction; Vietnamese Soft Spring Rolls with Tuna Petals, Paw-Paw Slaw and Crushed Peanut-Soy Salsa; Cornbread and Foie Gras Stuffed Roasted Quail with Ancho-Pomegranate Glaze; and New World Banana Split with Macadamia Nut Brittle Ice Cream, Venezuelan Chocolate Sauce and Rhum-Flamed Bananas.

To date the T.J. Martell Foundation has raised over $160 million and funds nine research facilities throughout the U.S. for cutting edge research into the cures and treatment of cancer, leukemia and AIDS. The Martell Foundation was founded in 1975 by music industry executive Tony Martell and his colleagues in memory of his son, T.J., a victim of leukemia, and is nationally recognized for support of research facilities at Mt. Sinai Medical Center in New York, Childrens Hospital in Los Angeles, and the Mayo Clinic in Rochester.

Since then, the band has enjoyed huge success in the Latin market with six different releases simultaneously on the Billboard Latin 50 chart. In 1998, songwriter Quintero was named Composer of the Year at the Furia Musical Awards in Mexico City, and he received four BMI Latin Awards at this year's ceremony in Coral Gables, Florida.

According to Quintero, the key to the success of Los Tucanes de Tijuana is their metaphoric style and use of corridos (short stories from the north of Mexico that rhyme and describe the controversial and sometimes dangerous way people confront day-to-day situations.) This unique style is what sets them apart in the genre of Mexican music.

They have performed in Spain and Chile and have received an overwhelmingly positive response. Their latest release on EMI Latin, Los Más Buscados (Most Wanted), secured the number one spot on the Billboard Hot Latin Tracks, Regional Mexican and Latin sales charts.

With these significant accomplishments, Los Tucanes De Tijuana is sure to further enhance the Regional Mexican genre.