Cucu Diamantes will Glitter at Cielo Latino - Cielo Latino, the annual fundraiser for the Latino Commission on AIDS, is the Nation’s Largest Fundraiser in the fight against HIV/AIDS in the Latino community - New York

Dennis deLeon, president of the Latino Commission on AIDS, announced the musical entertainment that will fill the air with beautiful sounds for Cielo Latino on May 13, 2008, at Cipriani Wall Street. The Latino Commission on AIDS is thrilled to have Cuban born Cucu Diamantes from Yerba Buena as this year’s lead entertainment for Cielo Latino. Unveiling new songs from her forthcoming solo debut album, Cucu’s voice and charisma, accompanied by the rhythms of producer Andres Levin and other members of Yerba Buena, will keep the crowd dancing all night long at Cielo Latino 2008.

“What’s most important about this organization is that with its efforts in relation to HIV, it helps Latinos access prevention tools, treatments, attention and help wherever one may live or work,” said Diamantes. “Whatever our role in life may be, wherever we may live, we all live with HIV in one way or another. We should all assume responsibility in responding to this epidemic.”

The evening will commence with the striking sounds of flamenco guitarist Hernan Romero, who draws inspiration from the Flamenco music experienced while living in Cadiz, Spain.

Cucu follows in the footsteps of previous Cielo Latino entertainers such as India, the Reigning Queen of Salsa, Jean, Johnny Pacheco and many others. Tickets for the event are on sale now and sponsorships are still available. For further information, please visit www.latinoaids.org/cielo or contact Elayne Monnens at 212-584-9318.

The Latino Commission on AIDS is a national nonprofit membership organization dedicated to fighting the spread of HIV/AIDS in the Latino community. In response to the critical, unmet need for HIV prevention and care for Latinos, a coalition of Latino leaders founded the agency in 1990. The Commission realizes its mission by spearheading health advocacy for Latinos, promoting HIV education, developing model prevention programs for high-risk communities, building capacity in local organizations and health departments, and by conducting community-driven research and evaluation. Through its extensive network of member organizations and community leaders, the Commission works to mobilize an effective Latino community response to the health crisis created by HIV/AIDS. The Commission is currently providing services in more than 40 States, Washington, DC, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. Since 1993 the Commission has been directed by Dennis deLeon, a national advocate and visionary leader of the Latino community’s struggle to contain the AIDS epidemic.”*

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