News (Noticias) Tagged ‘rodeo’

“should be compared to Bob Dylan, U2, or the Clash” - All Music Guide

“[Latin] music’s greatest statesmen… Los Tigres sell millions of records, regularly top Billboard’s Latin charts and draw tens of thousands of fans to stadiums… In short, they are among the most popular acts in Latin music today… …Los Tigres del Norte have been singing border stories for more than three decades” - New York Times

After Garnering The Best Norteño Album GRAMMY Award For The Second-Consecutive Year And Notching  Another #1 Album With Their Recently Released Album Raices (Roots), The Legendary Los Tigres Del Norte Continue Their Touring Tradition Of Bringing Multi-Hour Shows To The Mexican Immigrant Community Across The Country

LOS TIGRES DEL NORTE Will Perform At These Upcoming Tour Dates

8-02 Anaheim, CA-Anaheim Convention Center           9-21 St Paul, MN-St Paul Armory
8-03 Ventura, CA-Ventura Fairgrounds                        9-27 Los Angeles, CA-Los Angeles Sports Arena
8-08 Santa Rosa, CA-Fairgrounds                               9-28 Denver, CO-Pepsi Center
8-09 Salt Lake City, UT                                               10-04 Dallas, TX-AA Center
8-10 Lemoore, CA-Tachi Palace Casino                      10-05 Houston, TX-Toyota Center
8-11-to 8-27 – Tour of Spain                                      10-25 San Diego, CA-San Diego Sports Arena
8-29 Portland, OR-Expo Center                                   10-26 Sacramento, CA-Arco Arena
8-30 Tacoma, WA-Tacoma Dome                               11-01 Laredo, TX-Laredo Entertainment Center

8-31 Reno, NV-Fairgrounds                                        11-02 Mc Allen, TX-Dodge Arena

9-07 San Jose, CA-HP Pavilion                                   11-26 Austin, TX-Palmer Convention Center

9-13 Phoenix, AZ-Radio Festival                                  11-27 Forward, TX-Far West Rodeo

9-14 Las Vegas, NV-Thomas & Mack Center             11-28 Oklahoma, OK-Far West Rodeo

9-19 Des Moines, IO-Val Air Ballroom                        11-29 Tyler, TX-Far West Rodeo

9-20 Omaha, NB-Omaha Convention Center

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“the godfathers of norteno music, Los Tigres have crossed many borders in their career…the group updated the traditional conjunto sound and turned it into an international phenomenon…their music has helped to break down barriers between cultures, generations and even countries, particularly between Mexico and the United States …long revered as the voice of the Latino immigrant community, Los Tigres spends 10 months on the road… Its ever-expanding fan base inspired the Grammy-winning group’s latest disc, “Raices”… when Los Tigres take the stage, they celebrate these roots but also the ongoing saga of the immigrant experience.” - Chicago Sun-Times

“the most popular Norteño group in the world… these grand men of music have taken their message of hope and hardship beyond the borderland and into millions of hearts throughout the United States and Mexico.” –Dan Rather

“norteño icons Los Tigres del Norte [are] the most influential regional Mexican group in the United States… Los Tigres are not just another popular musical act… Instead, they’re widely viewed as the voice of the people, capable of making you dance to a cumbia one instant, [or] weep the next with a woeful immigrant’s tale” –Billboard

“Singing Stories From Lives Lived Far Away From Home…Los Tigres del Norte have perfected a ground-level symbiosis with their fans. … Their show on Saturday night, was mega-size: music all night and far into the morning hours… Los Tigres playing 42 songs, finally ending at 3 a.m… each time Los Tigres bit into the groove of a two-beat ranchera, sustenance was served in jolts… the band’s [leader] Jorge Hernández…was mesmerizing”

- New York Times- “Arts & Leisure” COVER – Concert Review

“Los Tigres del Norte has reinvented Mexican music… Every record sells a million copies… Its logo is as well known in Mexican communities as Coca-Cola’s… Los Tigres [are] the most perceptive chroniclers of the Mexican-American experience. In song, they reflect its most personal feelings, and [take] the side of millions of immigrants who are voiceless on both sides of the border… following a Los Tigres concert schedule is to discover all the places Mexicans live … Their songs remain one of the clearest windows into the immigrant soul.” – Los Angeles Times

This is a jaripeo, or Mexican rodeo.

The colorful events are becoming increasingly popular in the West. They’ve started up lately in Hermiston, and Salem, Oregon and Toppenish and Puyallup, Washington.”*

The mountain of cash sent home by Mexicans in the United States is shrinking for the first time in over a decade, putting the dampers on Mexico’s economy as a U.S. slowdown takes work away from immigrants.

In rural towns like Tonatico, in central Mexico, where about half the men are in the United States, rodeos and country dances are being canceled and restaurants, which play U.S. hip hop music brought home by returning sons, are languishing. “*

Actress Eileen Galindo is jumping on the other side of the stage, behind the spotlight, to wear a new hat as first time theatrical director.
She will world premiere “Trailerville”, the unique play written by Hannah Logan and produced by Jennifer Cetrone founder of From The Ground Up Theatre Company.

“Trailerville” takes place in the early 1970’s and explores the lives of the residents of the fictional Lakeview Mobile Home Park in the Southern community of DeSales County. It is an, at times hilarious, and often moving, exploration of faith, acceptance, love and triumph that asks the question - Does where we come from make us who we are and, perhaps more importantly, does God live in a trailer?

But perhaps it is the behind the scene story of how “Trailerville” came to be that equally deserves the focus and most certainly, a closer look at. One word can then summarize it all: SERENDIPITY, and one name brings it all together: EILEEN GALINDO.

Eileen is not just anybody. She is someone absolutely worth knowing, and someone everyone wants to know! She’s been called the Oprah Winfrey of her own social circles for her exponentially growing entourage - sort of a “six degree of Galindo” phenomenon. And “Trailerville” is yet another perfect illustration of Eileen’s Midas touch. “I wanted to start directing, maybe readings for some of the theatre companies I had been working for, when Jennifer Cetrone, told me she was looking for a director for her company’s next production”, explains Galindo.
“I said I could probably put her in contact with someone. She then asked who would be crazy enough to want to direct for free. - I said that if someone asked me I’d do it. And that’s how it came about”, Eileen proceeds to say while nonchalantly drifting a smile.

The original plan was to do a published piece. But as the company was going through a transition, it became the perfect opportunity to try launching a world premiere. Galindo had been working in a writer’s group with short story writer, Hannah Logan, on the original Trailerville stories and instantly knew they could be adapted into a play.

“Trailerville” is an ensemble cast with a total of 30 actors altogether part of a double cast - there are no under studies and no specific leads/principals.
Another unique aspect of the play is that the production company is one of the only “bi-coastal” theatre companies in the country, as artistic Director/founder, Jennifer Cetrone opened an east coast chapter of From The Ground Up Theatre Company in March of this year.

Taking on the role of director was certainly not a big stretch for Galindo whose real lifestory is nothing short of “taking charge” episodes. She is one of those rare talents who remains strongly involved on a political level to affect the entertainment industry with regards to minorities and has most definitely become a voice to be reckoned with.

She found herself on the pages of the LA Times not just for an acting review but for her charitable endeavors following the Katrina disaster. Owner of a 5-unit building in Hollywood, California, Eileen generously housed a young couple with their newborn (Katrina evacuees) for three months rent free. She sent out a mass e-mail asking for donations of blankets, food, clothes, etc… and somehow found herself mentioned on Hollywood’s members-only, highly prestigious, elite internet newsletter dubbed “The List”. The outcome was car loads of prêt-a-porter designer brands from the finest boutiques on Rodeo Drive and Robertson Blvd, snazzy furniture, gift cards and boxes of gourmet delicacies.

On the political front, she served as a board member of the Screen Actor’s Guild for three years. At only twenty one years of age, Eileen became instrumental in the non-traditional casting movement that gained momentum in the 1990s, putting herself on the picket lines to encourage Broadway producers to endorse diversity in casting.
As a result, today Broadway is certainly more integrated.

Now Eileen is rightfully reaping the seeds of a well deserved success.
She secured one of the lead starring roles in a series of webisodes called “In the Motherhood”, opposite Leah Remini [”King of Queens”], Chelsea Handler [”Girls Behaving Badly”] and Lainie Kazan; wrapped production in the critically acclaimed theater play Zoot Suit “Romeo &Juliet” adapted and directed by Tony Plana, opposite Ana Ortiz (”Ugly Betty”), and Mauricio Mendoza (”Resurrection Blvd”); and joined the cast of NBC’s “Days of our Lives”, in the role of the nefarious “Beverly Healy”; and secured a voice-over appearance opposite Caroline Rhea and Mitchel Musso in “Phineas and Ferb” the new Disney Channel animated comedy by the creators of “Hey Arnold” and “Sponge Bob Square Pants”.

“Trailerville” opens on June 13 at the legendary Moving Arts Theater in the trendy Los Feliz area in Los Angeles, and runs until July 27 for six consecutive weeks.

EILEEN GALINDO

But now the charreada, which is strictly amateur, is facing its biggest challenge. After criticism from animal rights and anti-rodeo activists, eight states over the last decade have cracked down on several events, most notably horse tripping, a centuries-old tradition that involves roping and snaring the front legs of a running mare and that can cause serious injury. As a result, no charros in the federation practice horse tripping.

In a law that takes effect next month, Nebraska is also banning steer tailing, in which a charro grabs a steer’s tail, wraps it beneath his stirrup and flips the animal to the ground. The legislation grew out of abuses uncovered by the Omaha Humane Society at an unsanctioned arena, in which some horses had rope burns and torn tendons and were severely emaciated.”*

Loud, lively music, an energetic crowd and 14 daring bull riders could be heard across the fairgrounds Saturday night. It was the Colusa County Fair’s second year presenting the Fiesta Mexicana Jaripeo Ranchero and American Rodeo.

“The rodeo is a universal language, you don’t have to understand it to enjoy it, it’s just good entertainment,” said Rick Wilmoth, volunteer captain of the Colusa Fire Department, which was on standby in case any riders were injured.

The more than five-hour event drew a large crowd, almost filling the grandstands. The jineto de torro – bull-riding – and jaripeo – horse show – were the main attractions.”*

After Garnering The Best Norteño Album GRAMMY Award For The Second-Consecutive Year And Notching  Another #1 Album With Their Recently Released Album Raices (Roots), The World’s “most influential regional Mexican group” Continue Their Touring Tradition Of Bringing Multi-Hour Shows To The Mexican Immigrant Community Across The Country

LOS TIGRES DEL NORTE Will Perform At These Upcoming Tour Dates

May 23 - Wichita, KS  - Wichita Ballroom June 15 – Stateville, NC - Plaza Mexico Lindo
May 24 – Amarillo, TX - Azteca Music Hall June 20 – Jacksonville, FL - El Moroco Shrine
May 25 – Liberal, KS - Activity Center June 21 – Lumberton, NC-Lumberton Fairgrounds
June 06 – Poughkeepsie, NY - Mid Hudson Civic June 22 – Columbia, SC - Columbia Armory

June 07 - Asbury Park NJ - Convention Hall June 27 – Tampa, FL - Florida State Fairgrounds
June 08 – Wallingford, CT - Mountain Ridge June 28 - Gaffney SC - Plaza de Toros La Guadalupe
June 13 - Green Bay, WI - Riverside Ballroom June 29 – Hardeville, SC - Far West Rodeo

June 14 - Highland Park IL - Ravinia Festival/Martin Theater

News of Tejano superstar Emilio Navaira’s bus crash spread quickly through the state, Mexico and the music industry Sunday.

The bus had only traveled a few miles from the night club before crashing on the West Loop early Sunday morning. Navaira is in critical condition at Memorial Hermann Hospital.

His was the voice that launched the first Tejano Day at the Houston Rodeo.”*

*From: http://www.khou.com
Traducido: usando Google o Altavista/Babel Fish

H&R Block is looking for clients who speak Spanish - and Chicago-based advertising agency Lapiz is helping to bring them onboard through a new ad campaign that reinforces the tax company’s position as the expert and advocate for the Hispanic taxpayers.

Showcasing the company’s commitment to the Hispanic community under the tagline “Estamos Contigo” (we are with you), the campaign rolled out in early January and will run through early April across 13 markets including New York, Miami, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Sacramento, Denver, El Paso, Fresno, Phoenix and Puerto Rico.

“Filing taxes can be stressful, and even more so for those born outside the United States who may not be familiar with this process,” said Sheila Dougherty, Senior Marketing Manager of Multicultural Marketing at H&R Block. “Lapiz’s understanding of our business needs is reflected on the ‘Estamos Contigo’ campaign, which is helping us reiterate to the Hispanic community that, at H&R Block, we have the resources and the expertise to serve and support them in their language of preference when it comes to taxes and other financial needs, all year-round.”

After being selected as H&R Block’s agency of record for the U.S. Hispanic market back in April 2007, Lapiz has worked closely with H&R Block to create an original and entertaining Hispanic advertisement campaign that aligned with the company’s general market “You Got People” campaign. The result is a distinct television, radio and OOH campaign featuring Horacio (H) and Roberto (R), two likeable Hispanic friends on a quest to bust the myths that Hispanics may have about H&R Block in a humorous, yet informative, approach.

“When creating the ad campaign, we kept in mind H&R Block’s stance as the leader in the tax industry and a partner for the Hispanic community. At the same time, we wanted to bring a fresh perspective to something as serious as taxes in order to connect with Latinos in a more personal and humorous light,” said Laurence Klinger, Chief Creative Officer at Lapiz.

Tailored to each market, the OOHs convey the company’s language capabilities and its reliable services. For instance, the Los Angeles OOH features Horacio and Roberto wearing black leather jackets and sunglasses, like Arnold Schwarzenegger in “Terminator”, with a quirky “Hasta La Vista, Taxes” slogan, while the Miami OOH showcases the pair sipping on Cuban coffee with the statement “Si Algo te Va a Quitar el Sueno, Que Sea el Cafe Cubano,” which roughly translates to “if you’re going to lose sleep, let it be over Cuban coffee.” In Dallas, Horacio and Roberto let taxpayers know that H&R Block will do their taxes “Sin Rodeos,” (”without the run around”), a clever play on words that honors the official sport in the state of Texas.

Witty television spots light-heartedly showcase the importance of having a qualified, Spanish speaking, bilingual tax professional who has received the latest training on all the recent tax law changes and can effectively guide the clients to file their returns. One of the spots follows Horacio and Roberto, along with two flamenco dancers, to an H&R Block office, where Horacio and Roberto will prove that the professionals at H&R Block do speak Spanish. The flamenco dancers belt out a tune in Spanish stating “can you help me with my taxes, please?” to which a tax professional responds (also singing) “but of course, have a seat.” Horacio and Roberto then add: “Proof that H&R Block does speak Spanish.”

In another spot, Horacio and Roberto visit a beauty salon and ask the stylist to assist in tax preparation. The stylist gladly accepts the documents and, after some time has passed, the camera flashes back to the stylist, who has converted the documents into paper-doll cut outs. Horacio and Roberto then state: “Proven, not just anyone can do your taxes.”

Lapiz’s advertising campaign reinforces H&R Block’s catered outreach to the Hispanic community. The company has Latino-focused offices nationwide, where taxpayers can find relevant products and services, all in their language of preference. Additional resources are also available through the company’s toll free number, 1-800 HR BLOCK as well as on the company’s Spanish site, www.hrblock.com/espanol

About H&R Block

H&R Block Inc. (NYSE: HRB) is the world’s preeminent tax services provider, having served more than 400 million clients since 1955 and generating annual revenues of $4 billion in fiscal year 2007. H&R Block provides income tax return preparation and related services and products via a nationwide network of approximately 13,000 company-owned and franchised offices and through TaxCut(R) online and software solutions. The company also provides business services through RSM McGladrey and certain consumer financial services. For more information visit our Online Press Center at www.hrblock.com .”*

*From: http://www.franchising.com
Traducido: usando Google o Altavista/Babel Fish

Protesters rallied near the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo today, voicing discontent over what they say is under-representation of Hispanics at the event.

The group, VIVE Tejano-Houston, three weeks ago urged would-be rodeo visitors to stay away this year, and stepped up the boycott today because it marks the show’s annual Go Tejano Day, a celebration of Hispanic heritage. More than 100 protesters in bright yellow shirts lined Kirby near Loop 610, next to one of the show’s main entrances.”*

*From: http://www.chron.com
Traducido: usando Google o Altavista/Babel Fish

Despite calls for a boycott, protestors could not keep thousands of people away from the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo on Go Tejano Day, KPRC Local 2 reported.

A record 71,165 people paid to get into Reliant Park on Sunday. The previous Go Tejano Day record of 70,481 was set in 2006.

Dozens of protestors lined the streets outside and said Rodeo Houston did not represent and include Hispanics appropriately.”*

*From: http://www.click2houston.com
Traducido: usando Google o Altavista/Babel Fish

A group of Hispanic leaders said Tuesday that Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo officials haven’t done enough to include Hispanics, so they are calling for a boycott of the three-week show that starts Monday.

“We request our friends across the whole state of Texas not to attend the Houston Livestock Show,” said former state Sen. Gonzalo Barrientos.

Among complaints from the newly-formed group VIVE Tejano-Houston — made up of representatives from the Tejano music industry, Houston-area politicians and members of other professional organizations — is the type of performers at the show’s main venue on Go Tejano Day.”*

*From: http://www.chron.com
Traducido: usando Google o Altavista/Babel Fish

They are called “Los Idolos del Pueblo,” and Sunday night at the AT&T Center, the fans greeted them like long-lost heroes.

The band was Los Tigres del Norte, one of norteno’s most successful and longest-running groups, who played as part of the 2008 San Antonio Rodeo lineup.”*

*From: http://blogs.mysanantonio.com
Traducido: usando Google o Altavista/Babel Fish

RAICES (“Roots”) Will Be The First Of Two New Los Tigres Records Planned For Release This Year, As The World’s “Most Influential Regional Mexican group” Celebrates Four Decades Of Making Music. While Los Tigres del Norte Has Always Given Voice To The Most Pressing Issues Facing The Immigrant Community, They Have Also Been Guardians Of The Community’s Cultural History. With The Appropriately Named Raices, The Legendary Los Tigres Honor The Best Of That Heritage With Newly Recorded Versions Of Classic Mexican Songs

 

“Los Tigres is the most enduring binational band today because it hears the humble… Los Tigres del Norte has reinvented Mexican popular music… Every record sells a million copies…. Its logo is as well known in Mexican communities as Coca-Cola’s … Los Tigres [are] the most perceptive chroniclers of the Mexican American experience. In song, they reflect its most personal feelings, and take the side of these millions of immigrants who are voiceless on both sides of the border… following a Los Tigres concert schedule is to discover all the places Mexicans live… The songs of Los Tigres del Norte remain one of the clearest windows into the immigrant soul.”

–         Los Angeles Times Magazine

 

During an unrivaled career as “[Regional Mexican] music’s greatest statesmen”(NY Times), the family band, known throughout the world as the legendary Los Tigres del Norte have been the immigrant community’s leading voice on issues of the day, as well as stewards of the people’s traditions and cultural heritage.  While the group continually chronicles the ongoing struggles of Mexican-Americans in the United States, it also provides a musical reminder of home and history.  Nowhere was this more evident then when the Hernandez family donated half-a-million dollars to UCLA’s Chicano Studies Research Center to fund the preservation of thousands of the earliest known recordings of Mexican music.

 

This year,  as Los Tigres del Norte celebrates four decades of making music (that began after crossing the border with oldest brother Jorge Hernandez just fourteen years old), the trail-blazing group plans to release two new albums that will respectively pay-tribute to the musicians that came before them, and then of course continuing their modern day chronicles through corridos.  On March 4^th, Fonovisa Records will release the new Los Tigres album RAICES (“Roots”). As the album’s name details, this album finds Los Tigres sharing their take on some of the most culturally significant and historic titles from the songbook of Mexican folkloric tradition.  “Rumbo al Sur” – a famed ranchera with Tigres bassist Hernan Hernandez singing lead – has just gone to radio as the first single from the album.

 

While Los Tigres del Norte is tipping their hat to the songs of the past, they do not plan to rest on the laurels of the band’s own history.  This will become evident not only with a second Los Tigres album planned for August, but also with a soon-to-be announced digital partnership that will be the most comprehensive ever launched in the Regional-Mexican genre.  Likewise, even though they are already multiple GRAMMY, LATIN GRAMMY and PREMIO LO NUESTRO winners (not to mention recent recipients of the Latin Recording Academy’s Lifetime Achievement Award), Los Tigres continue to be recognized for each new recording, as they currently hold yet another GRAMMY nomination and THREE PREMIO LO NUESTRO nominations for their last album Detalles. Look for Los Tigres to begin sharing the songs of Raices this week as they return to the road for their marathon concerts that visit fairgrounds, rodeos, concert halls & armory dances across the country.

 

Look For Los Tigres del Norte At These Upcoming Concert Appearances

Feb 01- ALBUQUERQUE, NM      Fantazia Ballroom          Feb 21 – Premio Lo Nuestro Awards (Presenters)

Feb 02 - EL PASO, TX             El Paso Coliseum          Feb 22 - FT MYERS, FL           Lee Civic Center

Feb 03 - LUBBOCK, TX          Salon Crystal                 Feb 23 – W. PALM BEACH, FL     S. Florida Fairgrounds

Feb 08 - RALEIGH, NC            Disco Rodeo                 Feb 24 – ORLANDO, FL          Kissimmee Arena

Feb 09 - ATLANTA, GA          Far West Rodeo            Mar 22 - SAN JOSE, CA          Convention Center

Feb 10 - SAN ANTONIO, TX   San Antonio Rodeo        Mar 23 – NAMPA, ID              Nampa Arena

Feb 15 - BOSTON, MA            Club Lido                      Mar 28 – LOS ANGELES, CA  Gibson Ampitheater

Feb 16 - WASHINGTON, DC  DC Armory                  Mar 29 – Tucson, AZ                Casino Del Sol

Feb 17 - MIAMI, FL                 Dolphin Stadium (At Honduras vs. Guatemala Soccer Match) * More to come

 

For more information on Los Tigres Del Norte, please contact John Reilly at 212.445.8440 / jreilly@rogersandcowan.com

Or Sylvia Bedrosian at 212.445.8424 / sbedrosian@rogersandcowan.com

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LOS TIGRES DEL NORTE Estrenan Su Nuevo

Album RAICES El 4 De Marzo

 

RAICES será el primero de dos discos que estrenarán Los Tigres  éste año como el grupo “Regional Mexicano más influyente” celebrando cuatro décadas creando música. Mientras Los Tigres del Norte han brindado una voz sobre temas sociales afectando la comunidad de inmigrantes, también han sido guardianes de la historia cultural de la comunidad.

Con el nombre apropiado de Raices, los legendarios Tigres del Norte Honran Lo Mejor de esa herencia grabando versions nuevas de canciones clásicas Mexicanas.

 

Con una carrera inigualable como “Los mejores de la música regional Mexicana”(NY Times), la banda de familia, conocida alrededor del mundo como los legendarios Tigres del Norte, han sido la voz principal de la comunidad de inmigrantes, en temas actuales, como tambien auxiliaries engendrando la tradición y herencia cultural.. Mientras el grupo continua sus crónicas sobre la lucha constante de los Mexicanos-Americanos en los Estados Unidos, a la misma vez brindan un recuerdo musical de su patria e historia. Nunca fue ésta más evidente que cuando la familia Hernández donó medio-millón de dólares al Centro de Estudios Chicanos de la Universidad de UCLA como patrocinio de la conservación de la música regional Mexicana más antigua.

 

Este año, Los Tigres del Norte celebra cuatro decadas de crear música (cual comenzó luego de cruzar la frontera con el hermano mayor, Jorge Hernández, con tan solo 14 años de edad), el grupo piensa estrenar dos discos en tributo a los músicos precedentes y luego, por supuesto, continuar con sus crónicas a través de corridos. El 4 de marzo, Fonovisa Records estrenará el Nuevo album de Los Tigres RAICES. Como bien describe el título, en éste album Los Tigres comparten canciones culturalmente e historicamente significantes obtenidas del libro de canciones folkloricas Mexicanas. “Rumbo al Sur” – una ranchera famosa con el bajista de Los Tigres, Hernán Hernández como vocalista principal – actualemte suena en la radio como el primer sencillo del álbum.

 

Mientras Los Tigres del Norte honran canciones del pasado, no piensasn dejar de hacer historia.  Esto será evidente con el segundo disco que estrenarán en agosto, como tambien con una co-alición cual sera la más extensa en el género de la música regional Mexicana.  Aunque ya han ganado multiples GRAMMY, LATIN GRAMMY y PREMIO LO NUESTRO (sin mencionar que recientemente fueron honrados por el Latin Recording Academy’s Lifetime Achievement Award), Los Tigres continúan siendo reconocidos por cada nuevo disco a la vez que una nominación al Grammy y tres nominaciones a los PREMIO LO NUESTRO por su último álbum Detalles. Los Tigres comenzarán a compartir las canciones de Raices ésta semana mientras regresan al maratón de conciertos alrededor del país.

 

Fecha De Conciertos De Los Tigres del Norte

Feb 01- ALBUQUERQUE, NM      Fantazia Ballroom          Feb 22 - FT MYERS, FL           Lee Civic Center

Feb 02 - EL PASO, TX             El Paso Coliseum          Feb 23 – W. PALM BEACH, FL     S. Florida Fairgrounds

Feb 03 - LUBBOCK, TX          Salon Crystal                 Feb 24 – ORLANDO, FL          Kissimmee Arena

Feb 08 - RALEIGH, NC            Disco Rodeo                 Mar 22 - SAN JOSE, CA          Convention Center

Feb 09 - ATLANTA, GA          Far West Rodeo            Mar 23 – NAMPA, ID              Nampa Arena

Feb 10 - SAN ANTONIO, TX   San Antonio Rodeo        Mar 28 – LOS ANGELES, CA  Gibson Ampitheater

Feb 15 - BOSTON, MA            Club Lido                      Mar 29 – Tucson, AZ                Casino Del Sol

Feb 16 - WASHINGTON, DC  DC Armory                  * Más por anunciar

Feb 17 - MIAMI, FL                 Dolphin Stadium (At Honduras vs. Guatemala Soccer Match)

Feb 21 – Premio Lo Nuestro  (Presentadores)

 

Para más información sobre Los Tigres Del Norte, favor de contactar a John Reilly al 212.445.8440 / jreilly@rogersandcowan.com

ó Sylvia Bedrosian al 212.445.8424 / sbedrosian@rogersandcowan.com“

As They Wrap Final Production On A New Album Planned For Spring Release, 

The Legendary LOS TIGRES DEL NORTE Set February & March Concert Dates

 

Already Multiple GRAMMY, LATIN GRAMMY and Premio Lo Nuestro winners,

Los Tigres del Norte Recently Received A Lifetime Achievement Award from The Latin Recording Academy, While Their Last Album Detalles y Emociones Has Also Garnered Another GRAMMY Nomination and Three More Premio Lo Nuestro Nominations

 

“The undisputed kings of Norteño… with lyrics that address the plight of Latino immigrants in the United States, as well as sociopolitical problems afflicting most of the migrating nations south of the border. Fittingly, they are known as ‘la voz del pueblo’ (the voice of the people).  Los Tigres have recorded more then 55 albums, and sold more than 32 million copies… The band is famous for the epic scope of its concerts, which can go on for hours until every single request from the audience as been fulfilled. More then a supergroup, Los Tigres del Norte are a living icon – one of Mexico’s biggest contributions to the U.S. Latino culture”

- The Latin Recording Academy’s Lifetime Achievement Awards Program

 

With details set to come shortly on a very special upcoming Los Tigres del Norte album, the world’s “most influential regional Mexican group” (Billboard) is preparing to once again take to the road in February and March for their marathon concerts that “bring music to the invisible people of America working under the radar” (Orlando Weekly), sharing “songs [that provide] one of the clearest windows into the immigrant soul” (LA Times Magazine)  and “give strength to people who feel marginalized and under attack” (San Francisco Chronicle).  

 

Along the course of the tour, Los Tigres may add to the award tally of their legendary four-decades long career,  as they once again possess a current GRAMMY nomination (Best Norteño Album), and three Premio Lo Nuestro nominations (Regional Mexican Album of The Year, Group of the Year, and Norteño Artist of the Year).  But win or lose, it will be the fairgrounds, rodeos, and armory dances across the country where Los Tigres will celebrate with fans.  Touring a full 10 months out of the year, the road is where you will always find Los Tigres del Norte, continuing their role as “the lyrical voice of the immigrant community” (Washington Post)

 

Look For Los Tigres del Norte At These Upcoming Concert Appearances

Feb 01- ALBUQUERQUE, NM      Fantazia Ballroom          Feb 22 - FT MYERS, FL           Lee Civic Center

Feb 02 - EL PASO, TX             El Paso Coliseum          Feb 23 – W. PALM BEACH, FL     S. Florida Fairgrounds

Feb 03 - LUBBOCK, TX          Salon Crystal                 Feb 24 – ORLANDO, FL          Kissimmee Arena

Feb 08 - RALEIGH, NC            Disco Rodeo                 Mar 22 - SAN JOSE, CA          Convention Center

Feb 09 - ATLANTA, GA          Far West Rodeo            Mar 23 – NAMPA, ID              Nampa Arena

Feb 10 - SAN ANTONIO, TX   San Antonio Rodeo        Mar 28 – LOS ANGELES, CA  Gibson Ampitheater

Feb 15 - BOSTON, MA            Club Lido                      Mar 29 – Tucson, AZ                Casino Del Sol

Feb 16 - WASHINGTON, DC  DC Armory                  * More to come

Feb 17 - MIAMI, FL                 Dolphin Stadium (At Honduras vs. Guatemala Soccer Match)

 

“[Regional Mexican] music’s greatest statesmen are Los Tigres del Norte…Los Tigres sell millions of records, regularly top Billboard’s Latin charts and draw tens of thousands of fans to stadiums… Their show was mega-size: music all night and far into the morning hours… Los Tigres playing 42 songs over two 90-minute segments that finally ended at 3 a.m… each time Los Tigres bit into the groove of a two-beat ranchera, sustenance was served in jolts… the band’s singer and accordionist Jorge Hernández…was mesmerizing” -– New York Times

 

“For the last 40 years these grand men of music have taken their message of hope and hardship beyond the borderland and into millions of hearts throughout the United States and Mexico.” –Dan Rather

 

“I was standing at the back of a stage in the Zocalo, Mexico City’s main square, looking out over a mob of 150,000 screaming fans of Los Tigres del Norte…In this world, Los Tigres are like Willie Nelson and the Rolling Stones combined, the enduring superstars of down-to-earth working class pop. Their Records sell in the millions, their concerts pack halls throughout the North American continent, and their songs have become part of the Mexican cultural heritage… Looking out over the largest audience ever gathered in Mexico’s central square, with all the traffic shut off for blocks in every direction and towering amplifiers bouncing accordion rhythms off the Spanish colonial buildings, no one could doubt the power of this music.” – Elijah Wald

 

For more information on Los Tigres Del Norte, please contact John Reilly at 212.445.8440 / jreilly@rogersandcowan.com

Or Sylvia Bedrosian at 212.445.8424 / sbedrosian@rogersandcowan.com“

“Rodeos are big productions in Texas. We’re not just talking dirt, horses and bulls. No, sir. These days it’s indoor-arena extravaganzas complete with top-draw musical entertainment and plenty of food and booze.

A jaripeo, a Mexican rodeo, is no different. Just ask Mexican music legend Joan Sebastín, who headlined Sunday night’s jaripeo at American Airlines Center. In addition to the fenced-in, soil-filled ring that took up the arena’s floor, the stage on one end featured openers La Original Banda El Limón and San Antonio’s Tabu.

While Banda El Limón cranked up the tuba and horns, cowboys took their turns on ornery bulls that tossed them around. Tabu, four cumbia-singing women chirping to prerecorded tracks, was merely a space-filler. A space-waster is more apt. The choreography, the freeze-dried rhythms, the shocking pink-and-black outfits – it was total cheese, folks. “

“Ricardo Palacios’ loving tribute to his calf-roping uncle digs deep into the tough ranching life of South Texas in the early 20th century.

But watch where you tread when you go excavating in such desolate Texas confines as Encinal, Cotulla and Laredo, the setting for Tio Cowboy: Juan Salinas, Rodeo Roper & Horseman.

You may learn some things best left buried, such as the old tales of how goat herders once castrated baby goats. Not for the squeamish.”

“Multicultural Education and Counseling through the Arts MECA is a community-based, non-profit organization, whose mission is to promote the healthy social, cultural, and academic development of inner-city at-risk youth through education in the arts. Mariachi MECA will travel to Hanoi, Vietnam on June 2nd and are scheduled to return to Houston, TX on June 14th. This trip will be the first time in MECAs history that MECA students have been invited to perform in Vietnam. Mariachi MECA youth will be chaperoned by Esmeralda Salinas, MECA Program Director, Dave Dove and Binh Nguyen, MECA Faculty. Mariachi MECA group will include 5 youth and 2 adult MECA musicians: Cristina del Rosario, Andrea Daniela Martinez and Coral Hernandez, Violinists; Rebecca Elaine Martinez, Vihuela; Brando Christopher Treviño, Trumpet; Jose Armando Pecina, Guitarron; and Vanessa Cerda-Alonzo, Lead Vocalist and Mariachi MECA Coordinator. TKK Concert Company Director, Mr. Nguyen Thui Kha arranged several performing and teaching opportunities throughout the duration of the trip. The highlight will be a scheduled performance for the Children of Nguyen Dinh Chieu Special School for the Blind.

MECA’s Mariachi Program best conveys the leadership MECA has shown in advancing Hispanic culture, as it was one of the first organizations in Houston, Texas to offer arts education instruction in traditionally marginalized “ethnic’ art forms such as Mariachi. MECA’s Mariachi Program serves over 130 students throughout the Houston area, and MECA’s advanced Mariachi ensemble, Mariachi MECA, has received local, statewide, national and international acclaim. Recent performances where Mariachi MECA acted as model ambassadors of Texas culture include the 2004 Houston Mayoral Inauguration, the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, the annual International Mariachi Festival in Guadalajara where they are one of the only student groups invited to perform, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, and special performances in New York City, Northern Ireland, France and most recently in Stavanger, Norway. In 2001, MECA broke the glass ceiling by forming the first Mariachi Program at Houston’s prestigious High School for the Performing and Visual Art. Since that time MECA has also developed a detailed Mariachi education curriculum that is a model for effective instruction, from beginners to advanced.

Funding for this trip came from Mariachi MECA performances, parents, fundraising events and grant donations. Mariachi MECA continues to work at raising funds for this trip. Many of the students have never traveled outside of their immediate community, which marks yet another life altering experience that MECA has been able to facilitate for its young musicians.

For more information call MECA at 713-802-9370.”

Univision Communications Inc., the leading Spanish-language media company in the U.S., today incorporated user-generated videos and testimonials into the heart of its 2007 Upfront presentation – themed “I ♥ Univision” – to demonstrate the Company’s unique relationship with its audiences. The hottest Univision stars were joined by “Team Univision,’ a group of viewers from across the country, as well as superstars Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony and Latin pop sensation RBD in New York to unveil programming schedules for the Univision Network, TeleFutura Network and Galavisión Network for the 2007-2008 season.

“The intensely passionate connection and powerful level of engagement that Univision has with its viewers is fundamentally different than the other networks and unparalleled in the media industry,” said Joe Uva, Univision’s Chief Executive Officer. “We are thrilled to showcase our truest stars, our Univision viewers, as we reveal our three exciting programming slates for 2007-2008.”

Ray Rodriguez, Univision’s President and COO, added, “The heart of Univision’s success is in the top-notch programming found on all three of our television networks. We connect to our audiences by giving our viewers the entertainment and information they have come to expect in an atmosphere that feels like home and nothing proves this more than our recent ratings success. The Univision Network continues to attract more young adult viewers than at least one of the Big 4 networks on a regular basis; the TeleFutura Network has become the #2 Spanish-language network in the country, surpassing Telemundo; and our cable network, Galavisión, has begun to outdeliver broadcast network Azteca America. We are very excited about our 2007-2008 lineups and we expect them to deliver similarly superior ratings for the Company.”

Dennis McCauley, Co-President of Network Sales, said, “Univision is committed to putting our unique connection with our viewers to work for our advertisers. We are focused on being an even more flexible partner, allowing our clients to leverage our unrivaled ability to reach the powerful and growing Hispanic consumer base by putting the right pieces of our portfolio together to effectively and creatively meet their needs.”

“Team Univision’ consists of viewers from across the country who submitted a video on Univision.com explaining why they love Univision. The videos were showcased at today’s presentation, which also included appearances by Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony in addition to a surprise concert by RBD, who performed for hundreds of screaming fans in the atrium of the Time Warner Center, where the presentation took place.

Also at today’s presentation, Univision awarded Allstate, Ford and Subway with its first-ever “Corazón (Heart) Awards,’ which were established this year to pay tribute to advertisers who best touched the hearts of Univision viewers. Advertisers submitted entries, which were posted on Univision.com, and Univision viewers subsequently voted on the advertisements they found particularly meaningful.

Also taking part in the event were: Bárbara Bermudo, Giselle Blondet, Carlos Calderón, Carmen Dominicci, Charytí­n Goyco, Mario Kreutzberger “Don Francisco,” Adamari López, RaÚl De Molina, Jorge Ramos, Marco Antonio Regil, Marí Elena Salinas, Eduardo Santamarina, Cristina Saralegui, Gabriel Soto, Angélica Vale, Mayrí­n Villanueva and Susana Zabaleta.

Photographs of new and returning programs (courtesy of Univision), as well as pictures of the Upfront event and stars are available for downloading at the following Internet address: ftp.univision.net. USER NAME: press, PASSWORD: upfront2007.

Univision Communications Inc.

Univision Communications Inc. is the premier Spanish-language media company in the United States. Its operations include Univision Network, the most-watched Spanish-language broadcast television network in the U.S. reaching 99% of U.S. Hispanic Households; TeleFutura Network, a general-interest Spanish-language broadcast television network, which was launched in 2002 and now reaches 88% of U.S. Hispanic Households; Galavisión, the country’s leading Spanish-language cable network; Univision Television Group, which owns and operates 62 television stations in major U.S. Hispanic markets and Puerto Rico; Univision Radio, the leading Spanish-language radio group which owns and/or operates 70 radio stations in 16 of the top 25 U.S. Hispanic markets and 5 stations in Puerto Rico; Univision Music Group, which includes Univision Records, Fonovisa Records, La Calle Records and Mexico-based Disa Records as well as Fonomusic and America Musical Publishing companies; and Univision Online, the premier Spanish-language Internet destination in the U.S. located at www.univision.com. Univision Communications also has a 50% interest in TuTv, a joint venture formed to broadcast Televisa’s pay television channels in the U.S., and a non-voting 14.9% interest in Entravision Communications Corporation, a public Spanish-language media company. Univision Communications has television network operations in Miami and television and radio stations and sales offices in major cities throughout the United States.

For more information, please visit www.univision.net.

2007/2008 Programming Lineup for Univision Network

NEW PROGRAMS

Primetime

Novelas

Univision’s primetime novelas reign supreme with Hispanic audiences as they feature the most compelling stories, all-star casts, and most lavish high-quality productions.

“Pasión” is an original, action-filled adventure/love story that takes place during the swashbuckling pirate era. This international mega-production from the producers of Univision’s highest-rated novela of all time, “Amor Real,” stars Fernando Colunga. (Monday–Friday, Primetime)

“Muchachitas Como TÚ” Youth-appeal story exploring all the issues that face girls today, from school to friendships to young love, Muchachitas Como TÚ features an exciting roster of four youthful newcomers, all destined for stardom, and a proven all-star cast. Starring Ariadne Díz, Begonia Narváez, Gabriela Carrillo, Gloria Sierra, Laura León, and Fabián Robles. (Monday–Friday, Primetime)

“Amar sin Limites” Are there any limits when it comes to love? That’s the question raised in this emotionally-charged story of what some people will do, or won’t do, in the name of power, money, and love. Starring Karyme Lozano, Valentino LanÚs, René Strickler, and Mónica Sánchez. (Monday–Friday, Primetime)

“Yo Amo a Juan Querendón” is the lighthearted tale of a thoroughly unique but totally irresistible and unlikely Don Juan played by the dashing leading man Eduardo Santamarina. Juan Querendón isn’t rich or handsome, and doesn’t dress well, but all the ladies love him for his kind heart and “colorful” ways. (Monday–Friday, Primetime)

Series

“Como Ama una Mujer” Superstar Jennifer Lopez joins Univision, Home of the Stars, as creator and Executive Producer of this unique 5-part dramatic mini-series inspired by true-life events and based on her first Spanish-language CD of the same name. Como Ama una Mujer is the story of lost love in the glittering lights of Hollywood and an emotional journey in the search of self-discovery and true happiness. (Weeknight, 10:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. ET/PT)

“Amas de Casa Desesperadas” Disney-ABC International Television Latin America and Univision come together to bring viewers a one-of-a-kind dramatic series with unique novela lover’s appeal. It’s the U.S. Spanish-language premiere of the critically acclaimed worldwide hit “Amas de Casa Desesperadas””¦ Desperate Housewives. (Weeknight, 10:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. ET/PT)

“RBD: La Familia” features the international megastar recording group RBD in a unique blend of fiction and reality that will give fans an unprecedented look behind the scenes into the everyday lives of Dulce Marí, Anahí­, Maite Perroni, Alfonso Herrera, Christopher Uckermann, and Christian Chávez as these six talented young people face life and international stardom together. (Saturday, 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. ET/PT)

“El Pantera” A lonely hero, known as “The Panther,” fights crime day-in-and-day-out in this exciting new weekly action series. (Weeknight, 10:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. ET/PT)

“13 Miedos” is a series of 13 mysterious, nail-biting stories of suspense that viewers will be sure to watch with all the lights on”¦ keeping them on all night long. (Weeknight, 10:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. ET/PT)

“Objetos Perdidos” Viewers looking for laughs have only to check out this fun-filled “Lost and Found Department” in a warehouse filled with lost objects, each with its own, humorous story to tell. Featuring Enrique Rocha, Roxanna Castellanos and Héctor Sandarti. (Sunday, 7:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. ET/PT)

“S.O.S. - Sexo y Otros Secretos” is an innovative drama series that paints a portrait of the romantic and daily lives of today’s contemporary Latin woman through the experiences of five inseparable friends who deal with their own lives in very distinct ways. (Weeknight, 10:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. ET/PT)

Specials

“Guadalupe” For millions of believers around the world, 500 years ago, a lady with the sun at her back appeared before Juan Diego, a humble Indian, and left her image on his cape so people from all over would come to her to find comfort and support in her motherly embrace. This motion picture is not only a historical account of this miracle but a contemporary story of personal struggle that will move viewers into seeking a more profound reflection through their cherished Lady of Guadalupe. (November, Primetime)

Comedy

“Una Familia de Diez” is a family sitcom about the “extremely” extended López family of ten, who all live crammed into a two-bedroom apartment. And while their life is anything but perfect, it’s always funny. Starring one of Spanish-language TV’s favorite comedians, Jorge Ortiz de Pinedo. (Friday, 10:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m. ET/PT)

“¿Y ahora”¦¿ Qué Hago?” is a unique behind-the-scenes look at the very funny life of one of Hispanic television’s favorite comedians, Adal Ramones. Viewers will get an intimate look at the downside of celebrity as Adal deals with his lovely wife, his best friend, his frustrating agent, and even his therapist in this sitcom. (Weeknight, 10:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m. ET/PT)

Daytime

Novela

“Amor Comprado” Is it better to marry for love or for money? And can two people marry for both and still not find happiness? In this captivating story produced in the U.S., Willy and Mariana have an emotionally challenging journey ahead as each begins to doubt the true intentions of the other as people surrounding them plot to ruin their happiness. (Monday–Friday, Daytime)

“Bajo las Riendas del Amor” is the story of young love and old-fashioned jealousy played out against the backdrop of equestrian competition. Starring Adriana Fonseca, Gabriel Soto, and Adamari López. (Monday–Friday, Daytime)

“Lola”¦í‰rase una Vez” is a fun-filled, musical, modern day fairytale for the young at heart about a pretty, free-spirited young girl named Lola, played by newcomer Eiza González in her first starring role. Also starring Aarón Díz, Lorena Herrera, and Tiaré Scanda. (Monday–Friday, Daytime)

“Voltea Pa’ Que Te Enamores” explores what happens when a romance starts out as a fairytale, then hits the harsh reality of modern day life. An updated take on the Cinderella story, it stars Daniela Alvarado and Jonathan Montenegro. (Monday–Friday, Daytime)

Weekend Primetime

Entertainment/Variety

“Los 5 Magní­ficos” The color and pageantry of the circus, the intensity and dedication of a competition, and the heartfelt emotions of watching dreams come true. From the creators of the sensational reality contest “Bailando por Un Sueño” comes a spectacular Las Vegas-style 3-ring circus held under 5 different Arabian tents that features top international TV & film stars risking everything to fulfill one worthy child’s special dream. (Sunday, 8:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. ET/PT)

Weekend Daytime

News

“Al Punto” Each Sunday morning, award-winning journalist and Noticiero Univision anchor Jorge Ramos will take an in-depth look at the week’s top stories and speak with important newsmakers in a way Hispanic audiences have never seen before”¦with compelling analysis and expert opinion. (Sunday, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. ET/2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. PT)

RETURNING FAVORITES

Primetime

Entertainment/Variety

“Nuestra Belleza Latina” is an original Univision production that removes the traditional trappings of TV beauty pageants as some of Hispanic America’s most beautiful and talented women are brought together to face-off in a fierce competition that goes way beyond their appearance. (Weeknight, 10:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. ET/PT)

Specials

The Univision Network’s blockbuster specials are always much-anticipated and top-rated audience favorites. Univision broadcasts more specials than any other U.S. Spanish-language network, airing the premiere musical events, award ceremonies and festivals in the Spanish-speaking world. Next season’s upcoming Primetime productions include:

“Latin GRAMMMY® Celebra” The Latin Recording Academy® and the Univision Television Network showcase the multitude of rhythms and styles that make up the full spectrum of Latin music as some of today’s most highly respected recording artists give an intimate performance of their own and other legends’ most famous and popular hits. (Thursday, September 20, 2007, 9:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. ET/PT)

“The Latin GRAMMY® Awards” The Latin Recording Academy® and its members honor the very best in over 40 categories of Latin music from all over the world in a glitter-filled, star-studded evening of musical excellence. (November 8, 2007, 8:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. ET/PT)

“Premio Lo Nuestro a La MÚsica Latina, 20th Edition” Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Univision’s Premio Lo Nuestro has been honoring the very best in Hispanic pop, tropical, urban and regional Mexican music longer than any other awards show on television. It is consistently the most-watched special every year. (February 21, 2008, 8:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. ET/PT)

“Premios Juventud” is Spanish-language TV’s first and only awards show honoring idols of Hispanic youth in the areas of Film, Music, Sports, Fashion and Pop Culture. (July 19, 2007, 8:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. ET/PT)

“Historias Para Contar” Throughout the year, Giselle Blondet will bring today’s hottest stars and most controversial celebrities to Univision to share their “stories worth telling” with viewers in a series of specials that are guaranteed to be the topic of water cooler conversation for days to come. (Primetime)

“Los Grande del Festival de Viña del Mar” Chile is home to what’s recognized internationally as the biggest and most important song festival in Latin America. This annual event showcases today’s up-and-coming talent alongside some of the world’s most famous superstars on the same stage. (Primetime)

“Premios TV y Novelas” International entertainment magazine TV y Novelas honors Latin American television’s most popular actors, comedians, anchors and TV hosts on this lavish, annual event broadcast on Univision. Nominated by the magazine’s own readers, the winners are selected by a special jury. (Primetime)

“Premios Furia Musical” the leading Tex-Mex, Banda, Tropical, and Traditional Mexican music fan magazine, brings together its reader’s favorite performers in this always highly-rated musical extravaganza. Univision’s very own “Red Carpet” pre-show brings fans all the color and fashion as the stars arrive for this very special night. (February, Primetime)

“Festival Mariachi de Disney” Perhaps the most universally loved genre of Latin music is celebrated in this search for the finest Mariachi singers from across the United States.

Univision’s popular competition takes place at Walt Disney World and has become a family favorite and festive musical tradition with our viewers. (December, Primetime)

“Desfile De Las Rosas” Our live, Spanish-language broadcast of the breathtaking New Year’s Day Tournament of Roses Parade brings the splendor and beauty of this most colorful all-American tradition into Hispanic homes across the U.S. (January 1, 2008, 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. ET/8:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. PT)

“¡Feliz 2008!” Hosted by Spanish-language television’s most popular master of ceremonies, Don Francisco, it’s the liveliest, most celebrity-filled party that “pops the cork” on the New Year with nonstop entertainment, celebrity guests, and live remote broadcasts from New York’s Times Square and other major cities across the U.S. and abroad. (December 31, 2007, 10:00 p.m.–1:30 a.m. ET/PT)

10:00 p.m. Variety Block

“El Show de Cristina” Spanish-language television’s most popular and original Primetime talk show, El Show de Cristina is guaranteed to produce as much lively discussion the next day around the water-cooler as it does during the show itself. (Monday, 10:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. ET/PT)

“Ver Para Creer” The most incredible videos and stories collected by our correspondents from around the planet make this an extraordinary hour of truly unbelievable television. Hosted by Argelia Atilano and Fernando del Rincón. (Tuesday, 10:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. ET/PT)

“Don Francisco Presenta” In his inimitable and disarming style, Don Francisco manages to make even the biggest celebrities let down their guard. The result: viewers are treated to an hour of entertaining conversation that often winds up revealing even the most intimate details of their favorite stars’ personal lives. (Wednesday, 10:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. ET/PT)

“Aquí­ y Ahora” hosted by Teresa Rodrí­guez and Marí Elena Salinas, with special reports by Jorge Ramos, Spanish-language television’s most-watched and highly respected Primetime newsmagazine returns with a whole new season of timely, hard-hitting stories. (Thursday, 10:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. ET/PT)

“Noticias Univision Presenta” Throughout the year, Noticias Univision Presenta brings viewers hour-long specials covering important stories and issues with the extraordinary depth and insight that only Univision’s award-winning news department can offer. Hosted by Jorge Ramos and Marí Elena Salinas. (Throughout the year.)

Daytime

News

“Despierta América” Now in its 10th year, Despierta América has firmly established itself as Hispanic America’s longest running early-morning news and information tradition. Hosted by Fernando Arau, Ana Marí Canseco, RaÚl González, and Karla Martí­nez the team is complemented by news anchor Neida Sandoval. (Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m. ET/PT)

Talk Show

“Casos de Familia” is dedicated solely to the issues important to today’s Hispanic families. Produced in the U.S., the show is hosted by popular talk veteran Judith Grace, who creates the kind of open, nurturing environment that encourages folks to speak freely about their innermost family secrets. (Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. ET/PT)

“Necesito Una Amiga” combines the two most popular daytime genres - talk and drama – as emotion-filled, often heart-wrenching letters are read, dramatized with actors, then discussed by co-hosts Alejandra Maldonado and Fabiola Colmenares. Finally, a panel of guest experts offers professional advice and real solutions. (Monday-Friday, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. ET/PT)

Early Fringe

Entertainment News

“El Gordo y La Flaca” RaÚl de Molina has the latest scoop and Lili Estefan’s got all the skinny on everyone and everything every weekday on the highest-rated entertainment news show on Spanish-language TV. (Monday-Friday, 4:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. ET/PT)

News Magazine

“Primer Impacto” Univision’s top-rated Primer Impacto delivers an action-packed hour of hard-hitting reports of special interest to Hispanic audiences by co-anchors Bárbara Bermudo and Fernando del Rincón and a team of seasoned journalists. (Monday-Friday, 5:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. ET/PT)

“Primer Impacto Fin de Semana” Because real life doesn’t take the weekend off, Univision brings viewers more breaking news, important events, and fascinating stories on the weekend edition of its top-rated newsmagazine. Featuring anchors Satcha Pretto and Ilia Calderón. (Saturday and Sunday, 5:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. ET/PT)

News

“Noticiero Univision” Anchors Jorge Ramos and Marí Elena Salinas lead the award-winning Noticiero Univision team in bringing viewers the most trusted and complete newscast on Spanish-language television, covering the stories and issues of special interest to the Hispanic community, including events from all across Latin America. (Monday-Friday, 6:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m. ET/PT)

“Noticiero Univision: Fin de Semana” The worldwide resources of Univision Network News work 24/7 to keep Hispanic America informed, including on weekends. Anchors Sergio Urquidi and Edna Schmidt give viewers the most complete, up-to-date view of their world on Noticiero Univision: Fin de Semana. (Saturday and Sunday, 6:30 p.m.-

7:00 p.m. and 11:30 p.m.–12:00 a.m.)

“Noticiero Univision – íšltima Hora” Every weeknight before Hispanic America goes to bed, respected anchor Enrique Gratas delivers a comprehensive, up-to-the-minute rundown of national and international news and expands on the day’s hot topics with expert interviews and probing analysis. (Monday-Friday, 11:30 p.m.–12:00 a.m. ET/PT)

Weekend Daytime

“La Parodia” is where everything and everyone is fair game in the pursuit of laughs. From high-ranking politicians to the day’s most popular entertainers, La Parodia pokes good-natured fun at all of them with a hilarious mix of parody and satire, starring a team of top comics and guest celebrities. (Weekend, Daytime)

“Qué Locura” Each week, the biggest celebrities in Latin entertainment get caught up in some of the most embarrassing, and often unflattering, hidden camera situations imaginable. (Weekend, Daytime)

“Vecinos” is back for its second fun-filled season. This innovative sitcom traces the comedic interactions of 13 different characters living side by side in the same apartment building”¦and the results are anything but “neighborly.” (Weekend, Daytime)

Weekend Primetime

“Sábado Gigante” Hosted by its creator, Don Francisco, is Hispanic TV’s original variety show”¦ three fun-filled hours of comedy skits, amateur talent contests, family reunions, and performances by the biggest Latin music stars in the world. (Saturday, 8:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. ET/PT)

“La Hora Pico” The biggest names in Latin entertainment take turns hosting Univision’s classic sketch comedy show. (Sunday, 7:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. ET/PT)

“La Familia P. Luche” Back for its second triumphant season from the comedic genius of producer Eugenio Derbez comes this wacky comedy based on an unusually “colorful” and decidedly dysfunctional family”¦the P. Luches. (Friday, 10:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m. ET/PT)

“El Gran Estreno” Airing for the first time on U.S. television, these are the very best of today’s Spanish-language movies. (Sunday, 9:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m.)

Sports

As the uncontested winner in sports coverage, the Univision Network will continue to bring Hispanic America more in-depth information about their favorite sporting events, teams and athletes.

“FÚtbol Liga Mexicana” returns to offer viewers the most comprehensive live coverage of the exciting premier Mexican soccer division with sportscasters Pablo Ramí­rez and JesÚs Bracamontes. (Weekend and Primetime)

“RepÚblica Deportiva” Hosted by popular commentators Fernando Fiore, Rosana Franco and Félix Fernández, Hispanic sports fans get the latest news about their favorite stars””and are often surprised when they drop by in person for a little chat. (Sunday, 11:00 a.m– 1:00 p.m. ET/12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m. PT)

“Sueño MLS” Major League Soccer (MLS) and Univision will once again team up during the MLS 2008 pre-season to comb the sandlots of America for a young un-signed Hispanic soccer player and reward him with the dream of becoming a professional with an MLS club. Once again, RepÚblica Deportiva will follow the tryouts on a weekly basis from January through March, culminating in the awarding of player contracts to the deserving winners. (Sunday, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. ET/12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. PT)

2007/2008 Programming Lineup for TeleFutura Network

NEW PROGRAMS

Primetime

Drama

“Así­ es la Vida” is a unique, original dramatic series that presents a different 5-part passion-filled, real-life story each and every week in a witty and decidedly sexy tone. (Monday-Friday, 10:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. ET/PT)

Movies

“Cine de las Estrellas” The biggest stars. The most popular Hollywood movies. And more of them than any other network. The largest, most complete film library ever assembled for Spanish-language television brings viewers the biggest feature-length blockbusters all week long. (Nightly, 8:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. ET/PT)

“CinePlex” Every weekend, TeleFutura movie lovers enjoy the best matinees on Spanish-language television. Action, adventure, comedy, drama”¦some of the favorite films of all time - and every one in Spanish. (Saturday and Sunday, 2:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. ET/PT)

Entertainment

“Famosos” captures today’s most sought-after celebrities and their most outrageous activities on camera. No one is sparred and nothing is hidden when Famosos gets celebrities in its sights. (Quarterly Primetime Specials)

Specials

“Estrellas de Fama en Navidad” Former winners and contestants from TeleFutura’s hit singing competition Objetivo Fama join other celebrities to perform their favorite Christmas carols and celebrate Latin American traditions of the season in this truly magical, musical night. (De