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Approaching the Last Weekend before Taxes are Due Wednesday, July 15: United Ways of California says ‘It’s Not Too Late to Do Your Taxes, Free, with Expert Guidance’

LOS ANGELES, July 10, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — During these especially financially pressing times, United Ways of California is providing a free way to make a stressful task much less difficult. United Ways of California continues to build resiliency and financial security for vulnerable populations and hard-working, lower-income Californians by establishing and amplifying critical resources. Visit <a target="_blank"…

LOS ANGELES, July 10, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — During these especially financially pressing times, United Ways of California is providing a free way to make a stressful task much less difficult. United Ways of California continues to build resiliency and financial security for vulnerable populations and hard-working, lower-income Californians by establishing and amplifying critical resources. Visit MyFreeTaxes.org to get help with tax filings which are due next week, postmarked on or before Wednesday, July 15, to get connected to services that provide free, virtual assistance to those who still need to do their taxes. Additionally, you can text TAXES to 211 211 to get guidance.

United Ways of California, with assistance from VITA volunteers and online portals like MyFreeTaxes.org, helps people like Ivonne Sonato-Vega prepare taxes for free and apply for tax credits -- with virtual options during COVID-19: “Once you live check-by-check it is hard to save...having that money there, it motivates you.”

While July 15 is the deadline to file a tax return and pay federal taxes, if you don’t request an extension and/or pay by July 15, you may be hit with penalties and interest due on the amount you owe. It is still a good idea to file and pay sooner than later. You can still apply for an additional extension to file federal taxes until October 15 and for California state taxes you have an automatic extension to file the return. If you are getting a refund, the penalty to file is not assessed and you can file and claim a refund for up to three years for the federal and four years for the state from the due date. Several VITA sites, partners, subgrantees, MyFreeTaxes.org will continue to operate until October 15, 2020.

«When the tax deadline was extended back in March due to COVID-19, most Californians breathed a sigh of relief, but now as they head into the last remaining weekend to prepare taxes before they are due Wednesday, July 15, some Californians aren’t feeling prepared due to complications brought on by the pandemic,» says Peter Manzo, president and CEO of United Ways of California. «We can help; it’s not too late,» he added.

United Ways of California and its network of 30 United Way members enables Californians to put unspent tax preparation money back into necessities. United Ways can even assist people with tax credits – all at absolutely no cost to the participant.

Stephanie Bray, president and CEO, United Way California Capital Region stated, «United Way’s Free Tax Prep program not only saves them preparer fees, it puts money back in their pockets through refundable tax credits, like the CalEITC. Many people may not  even know they are eligible, and or some families, receiving $6,500 in federal and CalEITC tax credits can make a huge difference in their ability to feed their children, stay in their homes and more.»

No one should pay to prepare and file their federal and state tax returns during a global pandemic which has left millions unemployed. Two out of five Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act recipients with $500 or less in the bank spent half of their stimulus monies within 10 days of receipt. Tax preparation and filing even through the least expensive Do-It-Yourself private sector options cost families already struggling to meet basic needs, several hundred dollars. This price tag only increases as entrepreneurial, independent contract, and gig economy earnings are reported. Free tax preparation and filing for both federal and state returns help those struggling to balance budgets. As a nonprofit organization, United Way’s only interest is to help low to middle-income households earn, keep, and save more.

MyFreeTaxes.org also promises to never share or sell personal information to third parties without consent, so users can rest assured their information stays safe.

Now more than ever, it is clear how vital it is for all individuals to have financial resiliency and doing taxes plays a significant role in that. Through community partnerships and local Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) programs, its MyFreeTaxes.org website, and texting options United Ways of California are providing several ways to aid Californians with their taxes in a free, quick, and trustworthy way.

About United Ways of California:

United Ways of California improves health, education and financial results for low-income children and families by enhancing and coordinating the advocacy and community impact work of California’s 30 local United Ways. United Ways of California was formed in 2008 by California’s local United Ways seeking to work together to educate state and national leaders about policy issues affecting community impact goals in health, education, and financial stability.

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Approaching the Last Weekend before Taxes are Due Wednesday, July 15: United Ways of California says ‘It’s Not Too Late to Do Your Taxes, Free, with Expert Guidance’

LOS ANGELES, July 10, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — During these especially financially pressing times, United Ways of California is providing a free way to make a stressful task much less difficult. United Ways of California continues to build resiliency and financial security for vulnerable populations and hard-working, lower-income Californians by establishing and amplifying critical resources. Visit <a target="_blank"…

LOS ANGELES, July 10, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — During these especially financially pressing times, United Ways of California is providing a free way to make a stressful task much less difficult. United Ways of California continues to build resiliency and financial security for vulnerable populations and hard-working, lower-income Californians by establishing and amplifying critical resources. Visit MyFreeTaxes.org to get help with tax filings which are due next week, postmarked on or before Wednesday, July 15, to get connected to services that provide free, virtual assistance to those who still need to do their taxes. Additionally, you can text TAXES to 211 211 to get guidance.

United Ways of California, with assistance from VITA volunteers and online portals like MyFreeTaxes.org, helps people like Ivonne Sonato-Vega prepare taxes for free and apply for tax credits -- with virtual options during COVID-19: “Once you live check-by-check it is hard to save...having that money there, it motivates you.”

While July 15 is the deadline to file a tax return and pay federal taxes, if you don’t request an extension and/or pay by July 15, you may be hit with penalties and interest due on the amount you owe. It is still a good idea to file and pay sooner than later. You can still apply for an additional extension to file federal taxes until October 15 and for California state taxes you have an automatic extension to file the return. If you are getting a refund, the penalty to file is not assessed and you can file and claim a refund for up to three years for the federal and four years for the state from the due date. Several VITA sites, partners, subgrantees, MyFreeTaxes.org will continue to operate until October 15, 2020.

«When the tax deadline was extended back in March due to COVID-19, most Californians breathed a sigh of relief, but now as they head into the last remaining weekend to prepare taxes before they are due Wednesday, July 15, some Californians aren’t feeling prepared due to complications brought on by the pandemic,» says Peter Manzo, president and CEO of United Ways of California. «We can help; it’s not too late,» he added.

United Ways of California and its network of 30 United Way members enables Californians to put unspent tax preparation money back into necessities. United Ways can even assist people with tax credits – all at absolutely no cost to the participant.

Stephanie Bray, president and CEO, United Way California Capital Region stated, «United Way’s Free Tax Prep program not only saves them preparer fees, it puts money back in their pockets through refundable tax credits, like the CalEITC. Many people may not  even know they are eligible, and or some families, receiving $6,500 in federal and CalEITC tax credits can make a huge difference in their ability to feed their children, stay in their homes and more.»

No one should pay to prepare and file their federal and state tax returns during a global pandemic which has left millions unemployed. Two out of five Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act recipients with $500 or less in the bank spent half of their stimulus monies within 10 days of receipt. Tax preparation and filing even through the least expensive Do-It-Yourself private sector options cost families already struggling to meet basic needs, several hundred dollars. This price tag only increases as entrepreneurial, independent contract, and gig economy earnings are reported. Free tax preparation and filing for both federal and state returns help those struggling to balance budgets. As a nonprofit organization, United Way’s only interest is to help low to middle-income households earn, keep, and save more.

MyFreeTaxes.org also promises to never share or sell personal information to third parties without consent, so users can rest assured their information stays safe.

Now more than ever, it is clear how vital it is for all individuals to have financial resiliency and doing taxes plays a significant role in that. Through community partnerships and local Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) programs, its MyFreeTaxes.org website, and texting options United Ways of California are providing several ways to aid Californians with their taxes in a free, quick, and trustworthy way.

About United Ways of California:

United Ways of California improves health, education and financial results for low-income children and families by enhancing and coordinating the advocacy and community impact work of California’s 30 local United Ways. United Ways of California was formed in 2008 by California’s local United Ways seeking to work together to educate state and national leaders about policy issues affecting community impact goals in health, education, and financial stability.

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SOURCE United Ways of California

Working For Our Country, Goya Gives 1 Million Cans Of Chickpeas And 1 Million Pounds Of Food To Food Banks In The United States As Part Of The Hispanic Prosperity Initiative

JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, July 10, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/– As part of the Hispanic Prosperity Initiative, an executive order implemented to improve Hispanic American’s access to educational and economic opportunities, Goya Foods, the largest Hispanic-owned food company in The United States and an iconic institution in the Hispanic community, announced the donation of one million cans of American-grown chickpeas and one million pounds of products to food…

JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, July 10, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/– As part of the Hispanic Prosperity Initiative, an executive order implemented to improve Hispanic American’s access to educational and economic opportunities, Goya Foods, the largest Hispanic-owned food company in The United States and an iconic institution in the Hispanic community, announced the donation of one million cans of American-grown chickpeas and one million pounds of products to food banks across the nation who are in desperate need of food for families impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Goya Gives is a national program committed to promoting and supporting the overall well-being of our communities through social responsibility, environmental initiatives, and company values.

«I am honored to be a part of the Hispanic Prosperity Initiative and to support and celebrate the contributions of the Hispanic community. We are committed to our country and the need to give back because it is the right thing to do,» said Bob Unanue, President of Goya Foods. «Our country faces a time of historic challenge but we will meet that challenge together and continue to work towards greatness, focus on a strong recovery, and hold onto the hope for a healthier future for all.»

Through the company’s Goya Gives program and since the company’s humble beginnings, Goya has a long history and tradition of supporting communities in times of disaster. Goya has always supported health, nutrition, and educational initiatives as well as donated millions of pounds of food to food banks, organizations, schools, hospitals, and healthcare providers worldwide. 

To learn more about Goya Gives, please visit: www.goya.com

About Goya Foods

Founded in 1936, Goya Foods, Inc. is America’s largest Hispanic-owned food company, and has established itself as the leader in Latin American food and condiments. Goya manufactures, packages, and distributes over 2,500 high-quality food products from Spain, the Caribbean, Mexico, Central and South America. Goya products have their roots in the culinary traditions of Hispanic communities around the world. The combination of authentic ingredients, robust seasonings and convenient preparation makes Goya products ideal for every taste and every table. For more information on Goya Foods, please visit www.goya.com.

For more information, contact:
Natalie J. Maniscalco
845.659.6506 / natalie@retromedianyc.com

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Working For Our Country, Goya Gives 1 Million Cans Of Chickpeas And 1 Million Pounds Of Food To Food Banks In The United States As Part Of The Hispanic Prosperity Initiative

JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, July 10, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/– As part of the Hispanic Prosperity Initiative, an executive order implemented to improve Hispanic American’s access to educational and economic opportunities, Goya Foods, the largest Hispanic-owned food company in The United States and an iconic institution in the Hispanic community, announced the donation of one million cans of American-grown chickpeas and one million pounds of products to food…

JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, July 10, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/– As part of the Hispanic Prosperity Initiative, an executive order implemented to improve Hispanic American’s access to educational and economic opportunities, Goya Foods, the largest Hispanic-owned food company in The United States and an iconic institution in the Hispanic community, announced the donation of one million cans of American-grown chickpeas and one million pounds of products to food banks across the nation who are in desperate need of food for families impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Goya Gives is a national program committed to promoting and supporting the overall well-being of our communities through social responsibility, environmental initiatives, and company values.

«I am honored to be a part of the Hispanic Prosperity Initiative and to support and celebrate the contributions of the Hispanic community. We are committed to our country and the need to give back because it is the right thing to do,» said Bob Unanue, President of Goya Foods. «Our country faces a time of historic challenge but we will meet that challenge together and continue to work towards greatness, focus on a strong recovery, and hold onto the hope for a healthier future for all.»

Through the company’s Goya Gives program and since the company’s humble beginnings, Goya has a long history and tradition of supporting communities in times of disaster. Goya has always supported health, nutrition, and educational initiatives as well as donated millions of pounds of food to food banks, organizations, schools, hospitals, and healthcare providers worldwide. 

To learn more about Goya Gives, please visit: www.goya.com

About Goya Foods

Founded in 1936, Goya Foods, Inc. is America’s largest Hispanic-owned food company, and has established itself as the leader in Latin American food and condiments. Goya manufactures, packages, and distributes over 2,500 high-quality food products from Spain, the Caribbean, Mexico, Central and South America. Goya products have their roots in the culinary traditions of Hispanic communities around the world. The combination of authentic ingredients, robust seasonings and convenient preparation makes Goya products ideal for every taste and every table. For more information on Goya Foods, please visit www.goya.com.

For more information, contact:
Natalie J. Maniscalco
845.659.6506 / natalie@retromedianyc.com

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SOURCE Goya Foods, Inc.

ASCAP 2020 Latin Music Award Winners Feted on All Social Media Platforms – Latin Music Icons, Chart-Topping Producers and the Genre’s Hottest Songwriting Stars Join in Three-Day Virtual Celebration

NEW YORK, July 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The 2020 ASCAP Latin Music Awards, taking place this year in an innovative social media format, rose to new heights across all digital platforms.

NEW YORK, July 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The 2020 ASCAP Latin Music Awards, taking place this year in an innovative social media format, rose to new heights across all digital platforms.

Exclusive photos and videos from Latin music’s top songwriters, producers and publishers were shared via @ASCAPLatino and @ASCAP on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. A complete list of winners can be found on the ASCAP website: www.ascap.com/latinawards20.

As part of ASCAP Experience: Home Edition, ASCAP also hosted virtual conversations with Alexandra Lioutikoff, President Latin America and US Latin of Universal Music Publishing Group, ASCAP Latin Music Publisher of the Year, interviewed by Billboard‘s Leila Cobo; and with Grammy-winning, two-time ASCAP Latin Songwriter of the Year Claudia Brant and Loren Medina, owner of Guerrera Marketing & PR.

Highlights included:

  • ASCAP Chairman of the Board and President Paul Williams remarking in his video introducing this year’s Latin Music Awards that «Latin music – your music – is some of the most popular music in the world. That’s because its rhythms, passion, honesty and deep love for both tradition and transcending borders speaks to all of us – no matter what language we speak.»
  • In a virtual conversation for ASCAP Experience: Home Edition, Alexandra Lioutikoff, President Latin America and US Latin of Universal Music Publishing Group (ASCAP Latin Music Publisher of the Year), expressed, «Latin is not a genre. Latin is the umbrella of a culture. We have many different genres from Pop to Regional Mexican to Salsa, and others. We have different countries with different tastes. Latin is a highway with many exits! Because of the explosion of Latin music, it has become extremely important to the industry in general.»
  • In her ASCAP Experience: Home Edition panel, Claudia Brant advised up-and-coming songwriters: «When I write music, I do it with the artists. My process is I try to be a little bit of a shrink. I need to understand their personality, their likes. When I work with an artist, they all have their own universe, their own sensitivity. I have to get to know them. It’s not a factory here. To write a song is a very intimate moment and I need to have a connection. When I write for myself it’s more like 2AM in the morning with a glass of wine. There is more freedom about it.»
  • ASCAP Board members and legendary songwriters shared their excitement and gratitude to the winners. Desmond Child commented: «Music makes us dance, sing and feel from the bottom of our hearts. It brings us hope, make us feel alive. During these difficult times the power of music help us lift our lives and our spirits.» Rudy Perez added: «Your songs have been an inspiration, thanks for everything you do and for being part of the ASCAP family.»
  • Puerto Rican singer/songwriter, musician and actor Pedro Capó and urban music star Farruko celebrated their win for their smash hit and first-time collaboration «Calma,» a homage to Capó’s childhood about enjoying life in the outdoors on his native island. Farruko also won an award for «Si Se Da» and thanked the producers and collaborators of the songs.
  • Colombian native Silvestre Dangond posted an unboxing video for his award for «Vivir Bailando.»
  • Carlos Vives received an award for «Si Me Das Tu Amor» ft. Wisin and sent a special congratulations video to Kobalt Music and the Kobalt team, recipient of their first ever «Independent Publisher of the Year.»
  • ASCAP Award winner Marc Anthony shared an Instagram story and Facebook post with background music of the moment he opened the box containing his award for «Parecen Viernes,» one of the singles from his most recent album OPUS. He also thanked @ascaplatino for his 2020 award and dedicated the recognition to all of his fans.

Some of the notable musical performances of the 3-day fiesta included:

  • Descemer’s Bueno and Nesty performing a refreshing upbeat acoustic version of winning song «Aullando» in a clever social distancing format, using technology to surround themselves in harmony with six musicians playing from their separate homes. Descemer returned for another performance of his winning song «Amor a Primera Vista» with fellow songwriter Horacio Palencia.

  • Two-time winner Sebastian Yatra performed an acoustic guitar version of his winning song «Un Año» in ballad form outdoors in his backyard in Colombia. He also won an ASCAP award for «Date la Vuelta.»
  • Kris Nava de T3r Elemento took his winning song «Aerolínea Carrillo» to a studio stage in Los Angeles accompanied by a close friend.
  • Silverio Lozada celebrated his win for «Aullando» with an acoustic version of the urban music hit.

About ASCAP
The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) is a professional membership organization of songwriters, composers and music publishers of every kind of music. ASCAP’s mission is to license and promote the music of its members and foreign affiliates, obtain fair compensation for the public performance of their works and to distribute the royalties that it collects based upon those performances. ASCAP members write the world’s best-loved music and ASCAP has pioneered the efficient licensing of that music to hundreds of thousands of enterprises who use it to add value to their business – from bars, restaurants and retail, to radio, TV and cable, to Internet, mobile services and more. The ASCAP license offers an efficient solution for businesses to legally perform ASCAP music while respecting the right of songwriters and composers to be paid fairly. With more than 750,000 members representing more than 11.5 million copyrighted works, ASCAP is the worldwide leader in performance royalties, service and advocacy for songwriters and composers, and the only American performing rights organization (PRO) owned and governed by its writer and publisher members. Learn more and stay in touch at www.ascap.com, on Twitter and Instagram @ASCAP and on Facebook.

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Nino Bravo regresa al #1 luego de 47 años de la manera más curiosa y en el lugar menos esperado junto a Pinky Dread

MIAMI, 10 de julio de 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — ¿Quién podría imaginar que casi medio siglo después de convertirse en un hit internacional, el tema Un Beso y una Flor, en la impresionante voz de Nino Bravo, volvería a sonar, esta vez en inglés y al ritmo cadencioso del reggae? Es la magia de la música y de sus innumerables formas y fusiones. El encargado de darle nueva vida a una de las canciones más románticas y más vendidas…

MIAMI, 10 de julio de 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — ¿Quién podría imaginar que casi medio siglo después de convertirse en un hit internacional, el tema Un Beso y una Flor, en la impresionante voz de Nino Bravo, volvería a sonar, esta vez en inglés y al ritmo cadencioso del reggae? Es la magia de la música y de sus innumerables formas y fusiones. El encargado de darle nueva vida a una de las canciones más románticas y más vendidas de comienzos de los 70′ es PINKY DREAD, aka George Henry.

GOT TO LEAVE es la nueva versión de Un beso y una Flor, una canción que el artista jamaiquino conoce desde la infancia, aun sin entender una sola palabra, gracias a la influencia de su madre, Hortense Ellis, conocida como «La Primera Dama de las Canciones de Jamaica«. «Una canción que escuché gracias a ella fue ‘Un beso y una flor’. Por eso, cuando mis productores del nuevo álbum, de origen hispano, comenzaron a explorar la posibilidad de grabar algo en español, la recordé y la traduje», comenta el artista desde Jamaica. La nueva versión en inglés fue autorizada por los autores originales José Luis Armenteros y Pablo Herrero.

Escucha GOT TO LEAVE aquí https://orcd.co/pinky-dread-got-to-leave.

George Henry nació en medio de la música y el arte de Jamaica. Su madre trabajó con Lee Perry, Sly Dunbar & Robbie Shakespeare, entre otros. Él también es sobrino del legendario cantante y compositor Alton Ellis, el padrino del Rocksteady.

A principios de este año, PINKY DREAD firmó contrato con Music Brokers para una serie de singles que lo llevaron a colaborar con Sublime Reggae Kings, Sarah Menescal y Jamaican Reggae Cuts, con los que tiene casi 30,000 oyentes estables en Spotify. El nuevo proyecto de Pinky Dread rescata y reinventa el reggae, el ritmo sinónimo de paz, alegría y «good vibes»… precisamente la receta que el mundo necesita. 

Sobre Music Brokers:
Music Brokers es el sello independiente más grande de América Latina. Con oficinas en Argentina, Chile, Brasil, México y USA. Su roster incluye artistas como Karen Souza, Sarah Menescal, Ituana y Amazonics; y exitosas compilaciones como Bossa N’Stones, Jazz And 80s y Vintage Café.

Escucha Got To Leave:
https://promo.theorchard.com/UyJY2SOiaqBOp8sPEAGQ

Para escuchar otros temas:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/0Y876qrI6O3kItxH3ycwaQ?si=MBhvdkjITjyctuwicaneAA

Medios US Hispanic:
The Dream Team Agency
press@dtapr.com

FUENTE Music Brokers

Nino Bravo regresa al #1 luego de 47 años de la manera más curiosa y en el lugar menos esperado junto a Pinky Dread

MIAMI, 10 de julio de 2020 /PRNewswire/ — ¿Quién podría imaginar que casi medio siglo después de convertirse en un hit internacional, el tema Un Beso y una Flor, en la impresionante voz de Nino Bravo, volvería a sonar, esta vez en inglés y al ritmo cadencioso del reggae? Es la magia de la música y de sus innumerables formas y fusiones. El encargado de darle nueva vida a una de las canciones más románticas y más vendidas de comienzos de…

MIAMI, 10 de julio de 2020 /PRNewswire/ — ¿Quién podría imaginar que casi medio siglo después de convertirse en un hit internacional, el tema Un Beso y una Flor, en la impresionante voz de Nino Bravo, volvería a sonar, esta vez en inglés y al ritmo cadencioso del reggae? Es la magia de la música y de sus innumerables formas y fusiones. El encargado de darle nueva vida a una de las canciones más románticas y más vendidas de comienzos de los 70′ es PINKY DREAD, aka George Henry.

GOT TO LEAVE es la nueva versión de Un beso y una Flor, una canción que el artista jamaiquino conoce desde la infancia, aun sin entender una sola palabra, gracias a la influencia de su madre, Hortense Ellis, conocida como «La Primera Dama de las Canciones de Jamaica«. «Una canción que escuché gracias a ella fue ‘Un beso y una flor’. Por eso, cuando mis productores del nuevo álbum, de origen hispano, comenzaron a explorar la posibilidad de grabar algo en español, la recordé y la traduje», comenta el artista desde Jamaica. La nueva versión en inglés fue autorizada por los autores originales José Luis Armenteros y Pablo Herrero.

Escucha GOT TO LEAVE aquí https://orcd.co/pinky-dread-got-to-leave.

George Henry nació en medio de la música y el arte de Jamaica. Su madre trabajó con Lee Perry, Sly Dunbar & Robbie Shakespeare, entre otros. Él también es sobrino del legendario cantante y compositor Alton Ellis, el padrino del Rocksteady.

A principios de este año, PINKY DREAD firmó contrato con Music Brokers para una serie de singles que lo llevaron a colaborar con Sublime Reggae Kings, Sarah Menescal y Jamaican Reggae Cuts, con los que tiene casi 30,000 oyentes estables en Spotify. El nuevo proyecto de Pinky Dread rescata y reinventa el reggae, el ritmo sinónimo de paz, alegría y «good vibes»… precisamente la receta que el mundo necesita. 

Sobre Music Brokers:
Music Brokers es el sello independiente más grande de América Latina. Con oficinas en Argentina, Chile, Brasil, México y USA. Su roster incluye artistas como Karen Souza, Sarah Menescal, Ituana y Amazonics; y exitosas compilaciones como Bossa N’Stones, Jazz And 80s y Vintage Café.

Escucha Got To Leave:
https://promo.theorchard.com/UyJY2SOiaqBOp8sPEAGQ

Para escuchar otros temas:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/0Y876qrI6O3kItxH3ycwaQ?si=MBhvdkjITjyctuwicaneAA

Medios US Hispanic:
The Dream Team Agency
press@dtapr.com

FUENTE Music Brokers

Nino Bravo regresa al #1 luego de 47 años de la manera más curiosa y en el lugar menos esperado junto a Pinky Dread

MIAMI, 10 de julio de 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — ¿Quién podría imaginar que casi medio siglo después de convertirse en un hit internacional, el tema Un Beso y una Flor, en la impresionante voz de Nino Bravo, volvería a sonar, esta vez en inglés y al ritmo cadencioso del reggae? Es la magia de la música y de sus innumerables formas y fusiones. El encargado de darle nueva vida a una de las canciones más románticas y más vendidas…

MIAMI, 10 de julio de 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — ¿Quién podría imaginar que casi medio siglo después de convertirse en un hit internacional, el tema Un Beso y una Flor, en la impresionante voz de Nino Bravo, volvería a sonar, esta vez en inglés y al ritmo cadencioso del reggae? Es la magia de la música y de sus innumerables formas y fusiones. El encargado de darle nueva vida a una de las canciones más románticas y más vendidas de comienzos de los 70′ es PINKY DREAD, aka George Henry.

GOT TO LEAVE es la nueva versión de Un beso y una Flor, una canción que el artista jamaiquino conoce desde la infancia, aun sin entender una sola palabra, gracias a la influencia de su madre, Hortense Ellis, conocida como «La Primera Dama de las Canciones de Jamaica«. «Una canción que escuché gracias a ella fue ‘Un beso y una flor’. Por eso, cuando mis productores del nuevo álbum, de origen hispano, comenzaron a explorar la posibilidad de grabar algo en español, la recordé y la traduje», comenta el artista desde Jamaica. La nueva versión en inglés fue autorizada por los autores originales José Luis Armenteros y Pablo Herrero.

Escucha GOT TO LEAVE aquí https://orcd.co/pinky-dread-got-to-leave.

George Henry nació en medio de la música y el arte de Jamaica. Su madre trabajó con Lee Perry, Sly Dunbar & Robbie Shakespeare, entre otros. Él también es sobrino del legendario cantante y compositor Alton Ellis, el padrino del Rocksteady.

A principios de este año, PINKY DREAD firmó contrato con Music Brokers para una serie de singles que lo llevaron a colaborar con Sublime Reggae Kings, Sarah Menescal y Jamaican Reggae Cuts, con los que tiene casi 30,000 oyentes estables en Spotify. El nuevo proyecto de Pinky Dread rescata y reinventa el reggae, el ritmo sinónimo de paz, alegría y «good vibes»… precisamente la receta que el mundo necesita. 

Sobre Music Brokers:
Music Brokers es el sello independiente más grande de América Latina. Con oficinas en Argentina, Chile, Brasil, México y USA. Su roster incluye artistas como Karen Souza, Sarah Menescal, Ituana y Amazonics; y exitosas compilaciones como Bossa N’Stones, Jazz And 80s y Vintage Café.

Escucha Got To Leave:
https://promo.theorchard.com/UyJY2SOiaqBOp8sPEAGQ

Para escuchar otros temas:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/0Y876qrI6O3kItxH3ycwaQ?si=MBhvdkjITjyctuwicaneAA

Medios US Hispanic:
The Dream Team Agency
press@dtapr.com

FUENTE Music Brokers

Nino Bravo Returns To The #1 Spot–47 Years Later in The Most Unexpected Way Alongside Pinky Dread

MIAMI, July 10, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Who could have imagined that almost half a century after becoming an international hit, Nino Bravo’s song «Un Beso y una Flor», would climb the charts again, this time on a brand-new English version and in the style of reggae? Such is the magic of music. The one who is giving new life to one of the most romantic and best-selling songs of the early ’70s is PINKY DREAD, aka…

MIAMI, July 10, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Who could have imagined that almost half a century after becoming an international hit, Nino Bravo’s song «Un Beso y una Flor», would climb the charts again, this time on a brand-new English version and in the style of reggae? Such is the magic of music. The one who is giving new life to one of the most romantic and best-selling songs of the early ’70s is PINKY DREAD, aka George Henry.

The new version of «Un Beso y Una Flor» is titled «GOT TO LEAVE«. The song has been embedded in the Jamaican artist’s DNA since childhood, even without understanding a single word, thanks to the multicultural influence of his mother, Hortense Ellis, known as «The First Lady of the Songs of Jamaica«. «One of the songs that I always listened to thanks to her was ‘Un Beso y una Flor’ by Nino Bravo, so when the producers of my new album, of Hispanic heritage, began to explore the possibility of recording something in Spanish, I immediately thought of the song and translated it,» affirmed the artist from Jamaica. In fact, the new English version was approved by the original songwriters José Luis Armenteros and Pablo Herrero.

George Henry was born and raised amid the music and art in Jamaica. His mother worked with Lee «Scratch» Perry, Sly Dunbar & Robbie Shakespeare, among others. He is also the nephew of legendary singer-songwriter Alton Ellis, the godfather of Rocksteady.

Earlier this year, PINKY DREAD signed a contract with Music Brokers for a series of singles that led him to collaborate with Sublime Reggae Kings, Sarah Menescal, and Jamaican Reggae Cuts. Those songs have provided him with a steady audience of almost 30,000 monthly listeners. Pinky Dread’s new project rescues and reinvents reggae, synonymous with peace, joy and «good vibes» … just what the world needs now.

About Music Brokers:
Music Brokers is the largest independent label in Latin America. With offices in Argentina, Chile, Brazil, Mexico and the United States. The company’s roster includes artists such as Karen Souza, Sarah Menescal, Ituana and Amazonics; and successful compilations like Bossa N’Stones, Jazz and 80s and Vintage Café.

Listen to «Got To Leave»:
https://orcd.co/pinky-dread-got-to-leave 

His Catalog:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/0Y876qrI6O3kItxH3ycwaQ?si=MBhvdkjITjyctuwicaneAA

US Hispanic Media:
The Dream Team Agency
press@dtapr.com

SOURCE Music Brokers

Nino Bravo regresa al #1 luego de 47 años de la manera más curiosa y en el lugar menos esperado junto a Pinky Dread

MIAMI, 10 de julio de 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — ¿Quién podría imaginar que casi medio siglo después de convertirse en un hit internacional, el tema Un Beso y una Flor, en la impresionante voz de Nino Bravo, volvería a sonar, esta vez en inglés y al ritmo cadencioso del reggae? Es la magia de la música y de sus innumerables formas y fusiones. El encargado de darle nueva vida a una de las canciones más románticas y más vendidas…

MIAMI, 10 de julio de 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — ¿Quién podría imaginar que casi medio siglo después de convertirse en un hit internacional, el tema Un Beso y una Flor, en la impresionante voz de Nino Bravo, volvería a sonar, esta vez en inglés y al ritmo cadencioso del reggae? Es la magia de la música y de sus innumerables formas y fusiones. El encargado de darle nueva vida a una de las canciones más románticas y más vendidas de comienzos de los 70′ es PINKY DREAD, aka George Henry.

GOT TO LEAVE es la nueva versión de Un beso y una Flor, una canción que el artista jamaiquino conoce desde la infancia, aun sin entender una sola palabra, gracias a la influencia de su madre, Hortense Ellis, conocida como «La Primera Dama de las Canciones de Jamaica«. «Una canción que escuché gracias a ella fue ‘Un beso y una flor’. Por eso, cuando mis productores del nuevo álbum, de origen hispano, comenzaron a explorar la posibilidad de grabar algo en español, la recordé y la traduje», comenta el artista desde Jamaica. La nueva versión en inglés fue autorizada por los autores originales José Luis Armenteros y Pablo Herrero.

Escucha GOT TO LEAVE aquí https://orcd.co/pinky-dread-got-to-leave.

George Henry nació en medio de la música y el arte de Jamaica. Su madre trabajó con Lee Perry, Sly Dunbar & Robbie Shakespeare, entre otros. Él también es sobrino del legendario cantante y compositor Alton Ellis, el padrino del Rocksteady.

A principios de este año, PINKY DREAD firmó contrato con Music Brokers para una serie de singles que lo llevaron a colaborar con Sublime Reggae Kings, Sarah Menescal y Jamaican Reggae Cuts, con los que tiene casi 30,000 oyentes estables en Spotify. El nuevo proyecto de Pinky Dread rescata y reinventa el reggae, el ritmo sinónimo de paz, alegría y «good vibes»… precisamente la receta que el mundo necesita. 

Sobre Music Brokers:
Music Brokers es el sello independiente más grande de América Latina. Con oficinas en Argentina, Chile, Brasil, México y USA. Su roster incluye artistas como Karen Souza, Sarah Menescal, Ituana y Amazonics; y exitosas compilaciones como Bossa N’Stones, Jazz And 80s y Vintage Café.

Escucha Got To Leave:
https://promo.theorchard.com/UyJY2SOiaqBOp8sPEAGQ

Para escuchar otros temas:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/0Y876qrI6O3kItxH3ycwaQ?si=MBhvdkjITjyctuwicaneAA

Medios US Hispanic:
The Dream Team Agency
press@dtapr.com

FUENTE Music Brokers