http://www.hispanictips.com Hispanic & Latino News Redefined - Empowering & Engaging Thu, 16 Feb 2012 13:26:39 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/08/24/the-old-town-school-of-folk-music-and-the-2010-international-chicago-tango-fest/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/08/24/the-old-town-school-of-folk-music-and-the-2010-international-chicago-tango-fest/#comments Wed, 25 Aug 2010 03:10:18 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=94523 HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/08/24/the-old-town-school-of-folk-music-and-the-2010-international-chicago-tango-fest/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/08/18/pedro-guerra-afianza-su-sello-personal-versionando-tangos-y-boleros-clasicos/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/08/18/pedro-guerra-afianza-su-sello-personal-versionando-tangos-y-boleros-clasicos/#comments Wed, 18 Aug 2010 23:49:02 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=93853 HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/08/18/pedro-guerra-afianza-su-sello-personal-versionando-tangos-y-boleros-clasicos/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/08/16/los-barrios-de-buenos-aires-se-engalanan-desde-hoy-y-hasta-el-proximo-dia-31-para-acoger-la-xii-edicion-del-festival-de-tango-cuya-programacion-incluye-este-ano-el-estreno-del-panameno-ruben-blades-e/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/08/16/los-barrios-de-buenos-aires-se-engalanan-desde-hoy-y-hasta-el-proximo-dia-31-para-acoger-la-xii-edicion-del-festival-de-tango-cuya-programacion-incluye-este-ano-el-estreno-del-panameno-ruben-blades-e/#comments Mon, 16 Aug 2010 15:38:01 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=93308 HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/08/16/los-barrios-de-buenos-aires-se-engalanan-desde-hoy-y-hasta-el-proximo-dia-31-para-acoger-la-xii-edicion-del-festival-de-tango-cuya-programacion-incluye-este-ano-el-estreno-del-panameno-ruben-blades-e/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/06/14/diego-el-cigala-interpreta-en-su-reciente-disco-los-once-tangos-que-le-han-hecho-mas-dano/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/06/14/diego-el-cigala-interpreta-en-su-reciente-disco-los-once-tangos-que-le-han-hecho-mas-dano/#comments Mon, 14 Jun 2010 19:28:27 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/06/14/diego-el-cigala-interpreta-en-su-reciente-disco-los-once-tangos-que-le-han-hecho-mas-dano/ HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/06/14/diego-el-cigala-interpreta-en-su-reciente-disco-los-once-tangos-que-le-han-hecho-mas-dano/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/03/05/alterna%e2%80%99tv-has-announced-the-addition-of-solo-tango-to-its-list-of-impressive-spanish-language-channel-offerings/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/03/05/alterna%e2%80%99tv-has-announced-the-addition-of-solo-tango-to-its-list-of-impressive-spanish-language-channel-offerings/#comments Fri, 05 Mar 2010 17:56:35 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=77403 HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/03/05/alterna%e2%80%99tv-has-announced-the-addition-of-solo-tango-to-its-list-of-impressive-spanish-language-channel-offerings/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/01/05/tango-dancing-in-buenos-aires-teresa-puente-taking-classes-in-argentina-i-would-love-to-do-this/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/01/05/tango-dancing-in-buenos-aires-teresa-puente-taking-classes-in-argentina-i-would-love-to-do-this/#comments Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:32:05 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=71244 HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/01/05/tango-dancing-in-buenos-aires-teresa-puente-taking-classes-in-argentina-i-would-love-to-do-this/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/07/latin-recording-academy-presents-orchard-artists-with-grammy-honors/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/07/latin-recording-academy-presents-orchard-artists-with-grammy-honors/#comments Sat, 07 Nov 2009 06:06:33 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=66311 The Orchard (NASDAQ: ORCD), a full service media company specializing in the distribution of music and video entertainment, today announced that Latin artists represented for marketing and distribution have taken home top honors at last night’s Latin Grammy Awards, which were held at The Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas.

Orchard-distributed Latin Grammy wins were as follows:

* Peter Manjarres (Codiscos), Best Cumbai/Vallenato Album, Tropical
* Sergio Reis (Atração Fonográfica), Best Sertaneja Music Album, Brazil
* Leopoldo Federico (EPSA Music), Best Tango Album, Traditional

With the largest independent distribution network and some of the most innovative marketing campaigns, The Orchard supports these Grammy winning artists and their respective labels, as well as other household Latin names such as Joan Sebastian, Chalino Sánchez, Pepe Aguilar, Héctor Lavoe, Celia Cruz, Banda El Recodo, Adan Romero, Los Diablitos, Grupo Niche, and many more.

"We are proud to lead the Latin and Brazilian music genres worldwide in the digital market. From EPSA Music’s Argentinean tango to the Salsa sounds from Fania here in the US, Orchard distributed clients define the past, present and future of this vibrant and growing musical genre," commented Brad Navin, Interim Chief Executive Officer of The Orchard.

The Orchard powers music at over 730 storefronts, including the most influential mobile outlets in Latin America, like Telcel, which serves over 75% of Mexico’s mobile market and more than 90% of Mexico City’s population, Telefonica, Claro, and delivery to services such as Nokia’s Comes with Music and Sony Ericsson’s Play Now. Through various partnerships, The Orchard brings Latin and Brazilian music as mastertones, ringback tones, and full MP3’s to music fans everywhere.

About The Orchard(R)

Headquartered in New York and London with operations in 25 markets around the world, The Orchard (NASDAQ: ORCD) is a full service media company specializing in the distribution of music and video entertainment. Founded in 1997, the company is a global leader in digital marketing and distribution, driving sales across more than 730 digital storefronts and mobile carriers in 69 countries. Fostering creativity and independence, The Orchard enables labels, artists and rights holders to grow and monetize audiences globally. For further information please visit www.theorchard.com. Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/07/latin-recording-academy-presents-orchard-artists-with-grammy-honors/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/01/unesco-declares-tango-part-of-world-cultural-heritage/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/01/unesco-declares-tango-part-of-world-cultural-heritage/#comments Thu, 01 Oct 2009 14:31:23 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/01/unesco-declares-tango-part-of-world-cultural-heritage/ HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/01/unesco-declares-tango-part-of-world-cultural-heritage/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/08/21/the-international-financial-crisis-and-the-outbreak-of-swine-flu-have-had-a-profound-effect-on-argentina-including-what-many-see-as-part-of-its-very-essence-the-tango/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/08/21/the-international-financial-crisis-and-the-outbreak-of-swine-flu-have-had-a-profound-effect-on-argentina-including-what-many-see-as-part-of-its-very-essence-the-tango/#comments Fri, 21 Aug 2009 17:15:33 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=58912 HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/08/21/the-international-financial-crisis-and-the-outbreak-of-swine-flu-have-had-a-profound-effect-on-argentina-including-what-many-see-as-part-of-its-very-essence-the-tango/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/11/17/la-milonga-brings-romance-and-tango-to-the-miami-short-film-festival/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/11/17/la-milonga-brings-romance-and-tango-to-the-miami-short-film-festival/#comments Mon, 17 Nov 2008 19:18:15 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=46193 "Wandering Films and Minx Films are delighted to announce that their short film, La Milonga, has been chosen as an official selection of the Miami Short Film Festival. The festival will take place November 17-23 in Miami. La Milonga will be featured during the festival's La Noche Latina on November 20 at 7pm. The evening has been touted as "an evening featuring the best of Spanish & Latino cinema, all in one. Watch the La Milonga trailer at: http://www.angie-ruiz.com. Tickets can be purchased at http://www.miamishortfilmfestival.com.

The film is set in 1920's Buenos Aires and was inspired by the era of Carlos Gardel and the rise of Tango. La Milonga tells the story of a young virtuous woman who wanders into a Milonga dance hall, and meets a famous Milonguero. When he asks her to dance she must decide if she is ready to enter his world, one where he is experienced on the dance floor as well as with the ladies. In this stylized and romantic tango film, the two dancers discover a part of themselves previously unknown.

Directed by Francesca Di Amico Produced by Claudia Unger
Executive Produced by Angie Ruiz, Wandering Films
Starring: Angie Ruiz, Christian Monzon

"Taking on the culture of Tango was no easy task ... the dance, the music, the history, and the story of the lovers, I knew we had to get it right. I think we did," said Francesca Di Amico, director.

About Angie Ruiz
Named 2006 "Cara Nueva" (New Face) by People En Espanol, Angie Ruiz recently appeared in Daniel Craig film, FLASHBACKS OF A FOOL. Her screen credits include Surf School, In Your Eyes, Bee Season, and 40 Days and 40 Nights.

About Christian Monzon
Monzon starred recently in the action thriller Fast Glass from
Emmy-nominated director Kim Bass, and in the dark drama, Gideon Falls debuting at Sundance Film Festival.

About Francesca Di Amico (writer -- director)
Francesca worked on a multitude of sets for commercials and feature films, first as a director's assistant and then as a script supervisor. She worked also as an editor for ABC network television. She has made twenty-four short films. " HispanicTips is Essential Hispanic & Latino News & Information
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