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Indisputable Kings of
Merengue - Los Toros Band
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November 2003 - This renowned group has triumphed
since their beginnings, having impacted the cosmopolitan
world with their mernegue and bachat rhythms; spiced with
dynamic, fresh, unique sounds and lyrics, Los Toros Band
are indisputable considered wordwide as the musical ambassador
of the Dominican Republic.
Their music reunites Latin frontiers with tropical rhythms
which include bachata, salsa and merengue. And while most
groups target a certain musical genre, Los Toros Band incorporate
tastes and styles for all ages, perfectly balancing each
and every one of their songs to listeners and dancers alike.
Since their 1991 debut in the Dominican Republic, Los Toros
Band have filled stadiums in Puerto Rico, Canada and major
cities within the United States. Their songs have made people
dance in Italy, Germany, Switzerland and Spain. Even the
Asian continent has fallen victim to their infectious rhythms!
Los
Toros Band's founder, Gerardo Diaz, better known as "El
Toro Mayor" (Big Bull) discovered singer-songwriter
Hector Acosta, now more commonly known as "El Torito"
(Little Bull). Hector is an innate musician. With no formal
training he learned anything and everything musical by "ear".
Accompanying "Little Bull" are Olvis Garcia, Luis
Jose Alcequies and Robin Joel Vasquez.
When
nominated for a Latin Grammy award in 2001 for "Pa
La Calle" this was more than what any one of the band
members had ever imagined possible. There's nothing more
meaningful or satisfying for an artist than recognition
from his peers. It's the drive that provides inspiration...It's
the sole purpose of their "being".
All
this being said, Los Toros have enjoyed over 13 releases
including "Se Soltaron los Toros" (1991), "Pa
Que Sigan Bailando" (1995), "Lo Bailan Bien"
(1995), "Toromania" (2000), "Pa' La Calle"
(2001) and "Serenata" (2003) amongst others.
This
new release, "Indentenibles", affirms their place
as the ambassadors of their native Santo Domingo. A band
who has crossed frontiers and surpassed eras.
"Indentenibles" is perhaps the best word to describe
this group and this album - a collectable one indeed - dancing
from start to finish.
"Me Tiraste al Mar", "Buscala Tu", "A
Donde Vas Amor", and "Loca Conmigo", first
single to radio, written by Ramon Orlando, Victor Victor
and Jorge Villamizar (singer/songwriter for Bacilos), provide
musical satisfaction for anyone who's looking for something
to satisfy any given mood.
Listen to the new songs right here:
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you are interested in this group for any of your upcoming events
please feel free to e-mail us at:
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Quick
Facts about Poncho Sanchez! 
Pet Peeve: Phony and prideful people
Favorite Car: Lexus
Favorite Cologne: Drakkar
Idols: James Brown, Mongo Santamaria, Cal Tjader,
John Coltrane and Mohammed Ali
Favorite Food/Restaurants: Soul food at Bertha's
and M & M
Favorite Music: 50-60's soul, Gospel, Latin
Jazz and early Salsa
Before the Music Industry: Worked in a foundry
and drove trucks
Quick Facts about Gilberto Santa Rosa!
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Married
• 4 Children
• Birthday is August 21, 1962
• Favorite color is Blue
• Lives in Puerto Rico
• Favorite Car: BMW
• Favorite Food: Rice with Chicken
•Idol: Father
• Favorite vacation destination: Las Vegas
•Job before becoming famous: Paperboy
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Quick
Facts about Willie Colon! 
• Married
• 4 Children
• Born April 28, 1950
• Favorite Car: The classical car "Morgan"
• Favorite Food: Sushi
• Favorite vacation destination: Near or on the ocean
• Idol: Trombonist Barry Rogers
• Job before becoming famous: shined shoes, sold ice
cream, street musician
• Hobbies:Boating, computers, programming
Quick Facts about Kevin Ceballo! 
• Single
• 1 daughter - Isabelle
• Dont' like: Pork & Shellfish
• Listens to: Reggae, Classical, Andrea Bocelli
• Hobbies: Basketball, handball, raquetball, pool &
watching boxing
• Idol: Celia Cruz, Gilberto Santa Rosa, Brian Mcnight,
Stevie Wonder, Fania All Stars
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