News (Noticias) Tagged ‘Thalia’

ABC Radio Networks en Espanol in partnership with The Conexion Thalia Radio Show today announced the launch of a search for aspiring singers. Tocando Una Estrella (Touching a Star) will provide talented musicians the opportunity to have their own rendition of a Thalia song played on-air during the radio show and on the program’s Web site. Listeners of the show as well as visitors to ThaliaRadio.com will be able to vote for their favorite singer from among 10 finalists chosen by the ABC Radio Networks en Espanol judges’ panel. The grand prize winner will receive airfare and hotel accommodations in New York and be able to meet with Thalia to hear her advice on how to begin a career in music. The winner will also have the opportunity to record a demo.

“There are so many wonderful young artists out there who are fans of Thalia’s show and this contest will provide them a unique opportunity to be heard by a national radio audience,” said Elisa Torres, SVP Programming and Operations for ABC Radio Networks en Espanol. “One new singer will earn the break they are looking for and a have the chance to share their passion with our listeners. Our affiliates are excited to draw in local entries and create buzz for finalists from their own markets in a multi-platform promotion hosted by such a dynamic entertainer as Thalia.”

The contest will be promoted on The Conexion Thalia Radio Show and ThaliaRadio.com with entries being accepted through Nov. 3. The 10 finalists selected by the panel of judges will be announced on Nov. 14 when online voting will begin. Voting will end on Dec. 1 and the grand prize winner will be announced on Thalia’s program and Web site on Dec. 13.

About ABC Radio Networks en Espanol
ABC Radio Networks en Espanol is a recognized leader in Spanish language programming. With a presence in 29 of the top 30 Hispanic DMAs and the only Hispanic RADAR rated network, ABC reaches nearly 8 million Hispanic listeners in an average week across 132 Spanish language radio stations in the United States. Programming includes Latino superstars and mega brands such as Thalia, host of The Conexion Thalia Radio Show; Telemundo’s Emmy award-winning broadcaster, Maria Celeste Arraras and her nationally distributed short form series, Celebrating the Healthy Life with Maria Celeste; award-winning motivational speaker and syndicated columnist Maria Marin, host of Tu Vida Es Mi Vida; Todobebe, a series of vignettes offering the latest updates in children’s health and helpful parenting tips; and ESPN Deportes Radio. “

Univision blew away the competition last night as the fifth edition of its “Premios Juventud 2008″ youth awards show delivered an average audience of 5.2 million viewers 2+, according to Nielsen’s Fast National ratings, and catapulted the network to the #1 ranking for the evening (8:00-11:00 p.m.) among Adults 18-34 (1,910,000) and 18-49 (3,100,000), Persons 12-34 (2,270,000), and Kids 2-11 (690,000). Additionally, 11.2 million people watched some or all of the 3-hour, star-studded telecast.

“Premios Juventud 2008″ was also the #1 program of the evening among Adults 18-34, besting such English-language fare on the other networks such as FOX’s “Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader?” and “So You Think You Can Dance?,” CBS’s “Greatest American Dog,” “CSI,” and “Swingtown,” NBC’s “Last Comic Standing” and “Fear Itself,” and ABC’s “Ugly Betty,” “Grey’s Anatomy,” and “Hopkins.” It was also the #2 program among Adults 18-49 and, along with Persons 12-34, averaged more viewers in those demos than all of the network programs on ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, and CW with the exception of FOX’s “So You Think You Can Dance?”

The first and only awards show on Spanish-language television that celebrates the preferences of this country’s young Hispanics, “Premios Juventud 2008″ enjoyed the following significant audience increases compared to last year’s telecast:
– +6% among Viewers 2+
– +9% among Adults 18-34
– +12% among Adults 18-49
– +8% among Men 18-34
– +12% among Men 18-49
– +9% among Women 18-34
– +12% among Women 18-49

Source: Nielsen Media Research, NTI Fast Ratings for Premios Juventud & NTI Fast Affiliates for the E-L networks, 7/17/2008, Thursday 8pm-11pm. Live+SD.

With awards presented in 29 unconventional categories covering the world of Music, Film, Sports, Fashion and Pop Culture, “Premios Juventud” in only its fifth year of existence has already cemented its position as the most popular celebration of Hispanic youth in this country. This year’s edition featured some of today’s hottest, most popular Latin music artists including the chart-topping pop group RBD, heartthrob crooner Enrique Iglesias, Mexican singer and novela superstar Thalia, recording and motion picture idol Pedro Fernandez, Puerto Rican merenguera Olga Tanon, Colombian sensation Fonseca, regional Mexican recording groups Alacranes Musical and Tucanes de Tijuana, urban acts Akwid and Angel y Khriz, and the newly formed edition of the legendary boy-band Menudo, to name a few.

Locally, “Premios Juventud 2008″ was #1 from 8pm-11pm ET/PT (7pm-10pm Central) in the following markets:
– #1 among Total Viewers - Los Angeles, New York, Houston, Dallas, and Phoenix
– #1 in Households - Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Houston, and San Antonio
– #1 among Adults 18-34 - Los Angeles, New York, Houston, Chicago, Dallas, Phoenix, and San Francisco
– #1 among Adults 18-49 - Los Angeles, New York, Houston, Chicago, Dallas, and Phoenix
– #1 among Teens 12-17 - Los Angeles, Houston, Dallas, Phoenix, and San Francisco
In addition, “Premios Juventud 2008″ averaged more viewers during the time period than the combined viewership to ABC, CBS, NBC and FOX in Los Angeles (+41%), New York (+34%), Houston (+35%), and Dallas (+39%) among Adults 18-34. “

“So I began to think to myself, ‘Hey! What was that song I liked last summer in Argentina? “Sangre Caliente” (“Hot blood”)!’ And when I went with my friends to (the Mexican beach resort of) Ixtapa, which one was it? That’s right! The one by Juan Gabriel!’ … That’s how ‘Lunada’ was born.””*

Sí, sabemos, you can’t get enough of Thalía! As we anxiously await the release of su nueva disco Lunada mañana, we leave you with a little something to whet your appetite. “*

Flashing her signature smile the entire time, Thalía officially presented her new album presentó oficialmente su nuevo álbum, Lunada at a press conference in New York Tuesday night.”*

Directed by Emilio Estefan, two new commercials show Thalía attracting a Hispanic audience with her new song “Ten paciencia”"*

From an e-mail I rec’d: “

I wanted to pass on the scoop of what went into the creation of Thalia’s Best Coverage campaign for AT&T. The ad–which gives viewers a taste of her new single Ten Paciencia–was directed by none other than Emilio Estefan. The ads themselves are very Thalia, and convey her upbeat personality and the new vibe of her upcoming album.

Thalia has joined forces with AT&T in a multi-faceted program (includes radio, a photo shoot, and out of home) for its Best Coverage campaign, to exemplify AT&T’s commitment to offering the hottest in music and entertainment to Latinos. Hispanics are heavy wireless users as you know, and they all know Thalia, so what better way to deliver the most relevant content to its customers than by supporting the new record.  ”

The fight between Laura Zapata and Thalía is far from over. This time the singer’s half sister clarified she has no interest in reconciling with her or their mother Yolanda Miranda. Zapata also argued she has no reason to envy Thalía. “*

La artista mexicana Thalía y su mamá, Yolanda Miranda, hicieron un llamado público a las medias hermanas Ernestina Sodi y Laura Zapata para la reunificación de su familia.

En el programa Conexión Thalía dedicado al Día de la Madre el pasado fin de semana, la intérprete de Amor a la Mexicana le dijo a su progenitora: “ojalá que las hijas que de alguna manera están lejos de ti… desearía que se unieran, que se hablaran y que se sanaran las heridas.”*

This is the first year Thalia celebrates Mother’s Day as a mom. And to make this holiday even more memorable, the Mexican singer will host an all-weekend special, where she will share her experiences as a first-time mother. Other artists will also join Thalia in expressing their love for their moms. The special Mother’s Day weekend programming will include other shows also hosted by the 36-year-old actress. The show Chicas Arriba: Thalia will air some of Thalia’s favorite music videos by famous moms like Gwen Stefani, Jennifer Lopez, Christina Aguilera, and Madonna. “*

International recording superstar and prolific songwriter Juan Gabriel, one of Latin music’s most important artists, has signed global recording and publishing agreements with Universal Music Group, the world’s leading music company. New recordings from Juan Gabriel will be released through Universal Music Latin America, while his publishing rights (which include his entire catalog of songs from his thirty-plus-year career) will be represented exclusively by Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) throughout the world. The agreement was announced today by Jesus Lopez, Chairman & CEO of Latin America and Iberian Peninsula; David Renzer, Chairman & CEO, UMPG; Eddie Fernandez, Senior Vice President, Latin America, UMPG; and Juan Gabriel.

“Juan Gabriel is one of music’s greatest treasures and we are thrilled that he has decided to start the newest chapter of his storied career with Universal,” stated Mr. Lopez.

“Juan Gabriel has remained an important artist for so many years in part because he’s a gifted songwriter who is responsible for creating an incredible catalog of songs,” commented Mr. Renzer. “We look forward to working with him on taking his music to the next level on a global basis.”

“Juan Gabriel may very well be the most relevant Mexican songwriter of the last three decades,” added Mr. Fernandez. “From Pop to Ranchero and back, his music has traveled throughout Latin America and Spain.”

One of the most successful Mexican vocalists of all time, Juan Gabriel has been making hit music for over 35 years and has achieved unrivaled success throughout his years as a songwriter and performer. He was the first artist to sell over one million singles in Mexico and has since gone on to sell over 100 million copies of his albums, performing to sold-out crowds around the world. As an internationally-renowned recording artist, Juan Gabriel has received numerous awards throughout his career, including ASCAP Songwriter of the Year, four Billboard Music Awards, six Grammy nominations, numerous Premio Lo Nuestro Awards, and an induction into the Billboard Latin Music Hall of Fame in 1996.

Juan Gabriel is widely considered one of the leading ambassadors of Latin music throughout the world. As a songwriter, his songs have been recorded by a variety of artists, including Marc Anthony, Cristian Castro, Rocio Durcal, Maldita Vecindad, Jose Jose and Thalia, among many others. Juan Gabriel is also an actor who has appeared in such films as Nobleza Ranchera, Del Otro Lado del Puerte, and Es Mi Vida. Some of his best known songs include “Pero Que Necesidad,” “Hasta Que Te Conoci,” “Te Sigo Amando,” and “Querida,” which remained atop the Mexican music charts for over a year.

About Universal Music Latin America

Universal Music Latin America is the award-winning Latin division of Universal Music Group (UMG), the world’s largest music company, with wholly owned record operations or licensees in 77 countries. Its businesses also include Universal Music Publishing Group, the industry’s leading global music publishing operation.

UMG’s labels include Decca, Deutsche Grammophon, Emarcy, Interscope Geffen A&M Records, Island Def Jam Music Group, Lost Highway Records, Machete Music, MCA Nashville, Mercury Nashville, Mercury Records, Philips, Polydor Records, Universal Music Latino, Universal Motown Republic Group, Universal Records South and Verve Music Group, as well as a multitude of record labels owned or distributed by its record company subsidiaries around the world. The Universal Music Group owns the most extensive catalog of music in the industry, which is marketed through two distinct divisions, Universal Music Enterprises (in the U.S.) and Universal Strategic Marketing (outside the U.S.). Universal Music Group also includes eLabs, a new media and technologies division; Bravado, its merchandising company; and Twenty-First Artists, its full service management division.

Universal Music Group is a unit of Vivendi, a global media and communications company.

About Universal Music Publishing Group

Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) is the industry’s leading global music publishing operation and is part of Universal Music Group. UMPG represents music in every genre from many of the world’s top songwriters and catalogs including U2, Elton John, Bernie Taupin, 50 Cent, Mariah Carey, R. Kelly, Coldplay, Nelly, Juan Gabriel, Ciara, Dave Grohl, Prince, Justin Timberlake, Maroon 5, Mary J. Blige, Beastie Boys, The Clash, The Sex Pistols, Gloria and Emilio Estefan, Paul Simon, Henry Mancini, Christina Aguilera and Linkin Park, among many others. UMPG is also a global leader in the areas of Production Music, Christian and Classical Music.

For More Information Please Contact:

Peter LoFrumento
Universal Music Group
212.331.2585

Grant Pavolka
Universal Music Group
212.331.2562″*

Xenon Pictures and Televisa Home Entertainment via Lionsgate Home Entertainment, announced today the launch of the 2003 hit telenovela LA OTRA, winner of the 2003 TVyNovelas Award for Novela of the Year. With more than 12 hours of footage, this special 3-disc set features the best episodes of this runaway hit and will be available to audiences nationwide on DVD March 25th, 2008.

Yadhira Carrillo (”Te Sigo Amando”, “Amarte es mi Pecado”), who outshone megastars Thalia, J.Lo and Salma Hayek at the 2004 Hispanic Youth Awards (Premios Juventud), stars in this must-see telenovela, embodying the dual role of Carlota and Cordelia. LA OTRA also stars the dazzling Juan Soler (”La Fea Mas Bella”, “Apuesta por un Amor”) alongside a supreme cast that includes Jacqueline Andere (”Peregrina”, “Mi Destino Eres Tu”), Sergio Sendel (”Destilando Amor”, “La Intrusa”), Alejandro Avila (”Piel de otono”), Mercedes Molto (”Nina … amada mia”), and Manuel Ojeda (Romancing the Stone).

LA OTRA was written by Liliana Abud (”La Madastra”, “Barrera de Amor”) and directed by the renowned Benjamin Cann (”Pueblo Chico Infierno Grande”, “Apuesta por un Amor”).

The DVD package is in Spanish with English subtitles. LA OTRA will be available at all major retail and online stores, with a suggested retail price of $19.98. (High resolution cover attached).

SYNOPSIS:
Carlota is the illegitimate daughter of Bernarda and a millionaire named Leopoldo, who left a fortune to Carlota and her half-sister, Eugenia. Bernarda tries to keep her daughters from marrying so that she can continue to live off of their inheritance. In spite of this, Carlota marries Dr. Alvaro Ibanez, while Eugenia is pregnant with the child of Leopoldo’s deranged son, Roman.

Eugenia dies in childbirth, but Bernarda convinces Alvaro that it was Carlota who died. Devastated, he moves to the country to live with his father, where he meets Cordelia, identical in appearance to Carlota, but not in personality. Social-climbing Cordelia takes advantage of Alvaro’s grief, and marries him for his wealth and position. Little does she know, however, that Carlota is not only very much alive, but that she wants her husband back!

LA OTRA
Street Date: March 25th, 2008
Language: Spanish
Subtitles: English
Running Time: 682 minutes
Rating: TV-PG
Xenon Pictures/Televisa Home Entertainment
Distributed by Lionsgate Home Entertainment”*

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

Talented actress Aylin Mujica and renowned TV personality Alan Tacher will be the official hosts of the 2008 Billboard Latin Music Awards (tv.telemundo.yahoo.com/latinbillboard/index.html), presented by Heineken, which will broadcast live on Thursday, April 10 at 7PM / 6c from Hard Rock Live, located at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Hollywood. This year Telemundo celebrates its 10th broadcast of the event as well as the 50th anniversary of the distinguished Billboard Hot 100 chart.

The beautiful Aylin Mujica

(tv.telemundo.yahoo.com/latinbillboard/noticias/04032008/71/billboard-biograf-ayl-n-mujica.html), who most recently won accolades for her work in Telemundo’s hit novela “Marina” where she had a double role, began her artistic career in her native Cuba, later relocating to Mexico City where she became one of the most renowned figures within the telenovela genre. Thanks to her memorable participation in important projects such as “La Duena,” “Cancion de Amor”, “Senora”, “Yacaranday”, “Agua y Aceite” and “La Heredera,” this talented actress has earned international fame. Aylin, who has also garnered recognition for her work in film and theatre, has been honored with numerous awards, including an ACE Award for New Artist of the Year; Golden Sun for Young Up-and-Coming Actress and a Golden Mike, for her participation as host of the morning show, “Tempranito.”

TV host Alan Tacher (tv.telemundo.yahoo.com/latinbillboard/noticias/04032008/71/billboard-biograf-alan-tacher.html), whose expertise spans over 16 years, has worked his way into the hearts of viewers, becoming one of the most charismatic and beloved TV personalities in Spanish-language television. He has made his mark as host of very successful shows in his native Mexico, including: “Gente con Chispa,” “Desafio de Estrellas,” “Homenaje A…,” “Aplauso, Aplauso,” “Chispa Musical,” “La Academia” and for Telemundo, “Quinceanera: Mama Quiero Ser Artista.” He has also participated in special programs such as: World Music Awards, Los Oscar y Eventos Fundacion Telmex interviewing top personalities, such as Magic Jonhson, Bill Clinton, Mikhail Gorbachov, Madeleine Albright, Felipe Gonzalez, Lance Armstrong, Goldie Hawn, Pele, Miguel Bose and Placido Domingo, among others. Thanks to his professionalism and unique style, Alan has been recognized with numerous awards, including the National Journalist Circle Award for Best Host in 2003, and Radio and TV Association for Best Host in 2004, which he received from the President of Mexico, Vicente Fox.

Over the last ten years the Billboard Latin Music Awards has been home to some of the greatest stars in the entertainment industry: Julio Iglesias, Ricky Martin, Gloria Estefan, Juan Gabriel, Shakira, Juanes, Marc Anthony, Armando Manzanero, Celia Cruz, Thalia, Alejandro Fernandez, Ricardo Montaner, Paulina Rubio, Christian Castro, RBD, Joan Sebastian, Juan Luis Guerra, Gloria Trevi, Gilberto Santa Rosa, Daddy Yankee, Lupillo Rivera, Marco Antonio Solis and many more. The event is also recognized for highlighting performances by internationally renowned music stars in the general market, such as Celine Dion, Alicia Keys, Wyclef Jean, P. Diddy and Jessica Simpson.

PRESS: For more information, please visit www.telemundomv.com.
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*From: http://www.hispanicprwire.com
Traducido: usando Google o Altavista/Babel Fish

Xenon Pictures, Televisa Home Entertainment and Lionsgate Home Entertainment released “Marimar,” a 14-year old Spanish language telenovela, on DVD. ”Marimar” is the second installation of the “Maria Trilogy.” In it, Mexican actress Thalia played dual roles as Marimar and Bella Perez. The three-disc DVD set with 10 hours of content, in Spanish with English subtitles, is available at major retail stores for $24.98.”*

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

Within weeks of each other, Christian Aguilera and Jennifer Lopez confirmed the obvious, that they are pregnant. These high profile pregnancies follow in the foot steps of the most recent new celebrity Latina mommies, actresses Selma Hyack and Thalia Sodi. With all eyes on these fashion icons and proud Latina’s, these first time mami’s are helping to carve a niche in the baby clothing industry.With Latinos accounting for 9 percent of all U.S. buying power, ($923 billion) by 2008, larger retailers are recognizing the trend in Latino items. Kohols, Target, Kmart and Perry Ellis all have lines geared towards Latinos. As our nations largest and fastest growing minority, the The U.S. Census bureau estimates that Hispanic households with incomes over $100,000 went up by 137 percent between 1990 and 2000. Latino shoppers — mostly women — shelled out $15.7 billion last year for clothing in the United States, according to NPD Group, a marketing firm based in Port Washington, N.Y. As the nation continues to experience this demographic growth, we are witnessing a new transnational culture reshaping and redefining our daily lives. “*

*From: http://cims.hispanictips.com
Traducido: usando Google o Altavista/Babel Fish

La cantante mexicana Thalía enseñó por primera vez a su hija recién nacida, Sabrina Sakaë, y confesó que antes de tenerla su vida “era estéril”, en un extenso reportaje que publica hoy la edición mexicana de la revista ¡Hola!.”*

“As a national March of Dimes spokesperson and expectant mother, Thalia knows the importance of a healthy start for every baby. That’s why, starting this Wednesday, she is encouraging fans who would like to present her with gifts, to log on to the first-ever “virtual baby shower” on AOL Latino (www.aollatino.com/) and donate to the March of Dimes.

“The best gift you can give a baby is a full nine months of pregnancy,” says Thalia, the Latina superstar. “In giving to the March of Dimes, my fans can help support vital research and programs to help babies and their families.”

Thalia joined forces with the March of Dimes in 2005 to educate women about the steps they can take to reduce their chances of having a premature baby. Starring in a March of Dimes national public service advertising (PSA) campaign called “I Want My 9 Months,” Thalia urges women to take action before pregnancy by talking to their health care provider to assess their risk for having a premature baby. The campaign is part of an overall educational effort in the March of Dimes Prematurity Campaign.

The March of Dimes is a national voluntary health agency whose mission is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality. Founded in 1938, the March of Dimes funds programs of research, community services, education, and advocacy. For more information, visit the March of Dimes Web site at marchofdimes.com or its Spanish language Web site at nacersano.org.

Thalia’s fans can donate to the March of Dimes online at: https://www.marchofdimes.com/howtohelp/donate_online_thalia.asp “

“Who: Thalia began her career as a child star on Mexican television and
theater. As a recording artist for EMI Music she has achieved
superstar status, selling over 12 million CDs worldwide and has
been nominated for four Latin Grammy awards. Thalia has had twelve
Top 10 singles, four of which went to number one. She has been
named one of 25 Most Beautiful People by “People Espanol Magazine”
on two separate occasions. She has her own line of clothing,
cosmetics and co-branded candies with Hershey’s. In her first book,
“Thalia: Belleza! Lessons in Lipgloss and Happiness,” Thalia
delivers the ultimate guide to Latina beauty.

What: Thalia will deliver a special message about her book, “Thalia:
Belleza! Lessons in Lipgloss and Happiness,” in English and
Spanish.

When: Wednesday, September 12 at 12 p.m.

Where: Borders
Time Warner Center
10 Columbus Circle
New York, NY 10019
(212) 823-9775

Why: Fans have the opportunity to hear Thalia’s unique message and
receive pre-signed copies of her first book, “Thalia: Belleza!
Lessons in Lipgloss and Happiness.” Borders is excited to welcome
Thalia to the Columbus Circle store.

Media Contact:
Media interested in attending this event should contact Daryl
Mattson at (212) 823-9774 or at dmattso1@bordersgroupinc.com.

Media interested in learning more about Borders should contact
Kolleen O’Meara at (734) 477-1224 or at komeara@bordersgroupinc.com.

Additional Information:
Thalia will be unable to personalize her signature on the
bookplates. No posed photographs may be taken during the event. No
memorabilia, videos or DVDs will be signed. Copies of “Thalia:
Belleza! Lessons in Lipgloss and Happiness” are available for
purchase at Borders.
Borders cannot guarantee that all customers will have the opportunity
to obtain an autographed bookplate.
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