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Carmen Milagro

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Not Bad for a Gringa (currently number 1 on Womensradio.com at http://www.womensradio.com/content/templates/?a=1906&z=9 9) was ordained because the majority of this album, was produced in San Salvador, Central America. When visiting, Carmen Milagro, a San Francisco native, is the gringa in the family. The album is a journey, not only a recollection of songs from her childhood but a foray into her future as an internationally recognized artist. Amelia (an original song based on the life story of a neglected & forgotten little girl known to Milagro) is track ..5 and was produced by Myron Dove formerly of Santana. In Not Bad for a Gringa Milagro has combined a variety of influences, original as well as cover songs in a blend of various shades of Latin music to form an eclectic, versatile taste of the old boleros of yesteryear, some modern beats, a slight twist on the Latin pop grooves and a dash of good old-fashioned rock but with a Spanish flair. Taking some very personal experiences of past performances with Dulce Maria (Cuba) and Acajutla (El Salvador), Milagro has included Un Viejo Amor. This song, she recently discovered was sung over 70 years ago by her grandmother, when her grandfather died and thus decided to keep a very traditional vibe. Volvera el Amor, is included because she remembers the lyrics from when she was 3 years old. Her version, however, has more of a modern vibe. Some songs are Cuban (Como Fue) and Mexican (Quiereme by Alejandro Fernandez). Some are standards, the equivalent of our Gershwin or Porter songs of that same era. Volveras (also available as a music video) pays homage to fellow female artist Columbian-born, songwriter, Marie Claire Dubaldo. As for the originals, one should not overlook, Absolution, written with the intent to give voice to victims of sexual exploitation. I Have a Secret has everybody wondering what that secret might be! ..
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Member Since: 25/09/2005
Band Website: http://www.milagromusic.com
Band Members: Rich Armstrong - Trumpet, Vocals, Percussion (Boz Scaggs, Thomas Dolby, Joyce Cooling, Hot House Flowers) Marquinho Brasil - Percussion (Mariah Carey, Miles Davis) Jara Queeto – Keyboard (Flut and Blue Bone Express) Matt Willis - Drummer (Ray Obeido and Kurt Ribak) Andius Jent - Bass (Marin Philharmonic) Jojo Styles - Acoustic and Electric Guitar
Influences: Grew up listening to all styles and types of latin music...from Trio Los Panchos to Pedro Infante and Alberto Vasquez. By 7th grade I was listening to SANTANA, Journey, Pink Floyd & Foghat. Saw my first musical, the King and I with Yul Brynner and my first opera - CARMEN. By sophmore year attended my first concert, Earth Wind and Fire and Commodores, Confunction, etc etc. I also fell in love with country music and sang pop in our chorus program. Studied for 9 years with my voice coach, Angie Biggio and worked on everything from Big Band, Musical Theatre to Gerschwin and Porter... I love most all music, especially music with insightful & meaningful lyrics and melodies and harmonies! Find out everything you need to know to book THE CARMEN MILAGRO BAND ~ just click on the banner below!!! ..
Sounds Like: “You’re a diamond, girl...well on your way to national recognition!" Pete EscovedoCarmen Milagro brings you some original tunes and Spanish covers of Latin music quite different than what we normally hear today in the market. This show takes you on a journey flavored with music from Columbia, Cuba, Mexico, and Peru. You are pleasantly surprised by the songs at every turn. They are effectively & intuitively infused with a little jazzy feel, some rock rhythms, a hint of r&b, a dose of salsa and a dash of Spanish boleros with flamenco stomp...Milagro makes you want to not only dance and sing but colors your world with a million shades of love." – Pene (Pipa) Cruz"Your voice has an essence of Natalie Merchant’s intimate and almost conversational style to it, peppered with Latin sounds and Spanish lyrics- totally hot!!” Leah Mahlberg ~ Designs 4 Life Entertainment…“there’s shades of Latin rock, a touch of salsa, only a touch lovingly blended with a taste of the old boleros and some timeless classics done with the Milagro twist, I am surprised and delighted at every turn. Each song is like a beautifully wrapped gift” – Eva Santiago
Record Label: internet record label : www.chameleonmusic.com
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

Milagro (Asi es la Vida) Music Video Premiere

Contact:J. [email protected] RELEASE For Immediate Release  Carmen Milagro Music Video Premiere to benefit Peanut Butter & JAMMusic Sessions for Kids a 501(c)(3) at Biscuits & Blues and...
Posted by on Mon, 08 Jun 2009 15:33:00 GMT

My life in no particular order...but it does include STING & Chris Botti!

Although I would love to say that I am totally organized and on top of things, the truth of the matter is that things are going so well, I am CRAZY BUSY, crazy busy but oh so good!  I will have to bac...
Posted by on Fri, 29 May 2009 00:05:00 GMT

Will Calhoun (Charnette Moffet Trio) at Yoshi's

OMG!!! I have to pinch myself, hard, sometimes even I cannot believe these musical interludes in my life and that they are so AMAZING! The show last night at Yoshi's that Will called "interesting" was...
Posted by on Fri, 15 May 2009 12:48:00 GMT

Once again MAGIC reigns with Mads Tolling in the studio...

... and once again I seem to be tongue tied! Today I am basking in the memory of the session last night and I just have to give thanks & praise to the universe for all the work, the talent, the enth...
Posted by on Wed, 06 May 2009 11:59:00 GMT

Dennis Chambers and MILAGRO in the studio

The most recent experience I had in the studio was working with the GREAT, the PHENONMENAL Dennis Chambers, one of the most talented drummers on earth and certainly one of the most generous musicia...
Posted by on Sun, 26 Apr 2009 11:11:00 GMT

Dennis Chambers recording with me too!

Just when you think it can't get any better than this, along comes a phone call, all the pieces come together from scheduling to attitudes, to just plain being ready at the right time in the right spa...
Posted by on Tue, 14 Apr 2009 15:16:00 GMT

MILAGRO recording sessions this past weekend

After two 20 hour days of video pick up shots for my music video and our MILAGRO sessions, it is safe to say, I am a walking bundle of EXHAUSTED human cells, my back is spasming every 2 minutes, I hav...
Posted by on Mon, 13 Apr 2009 14:46:00 GMT

Will Calhoun on my new CD!!

What a roller coaster ride this week has been and it is not even over yet! I went from the highest possible natural high on Saturday as we had an almost flawless execution for my new music called MILA...
Posted by on Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:52:00 GMT

Carmen Milagro is a WomensRadio Member

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Posted by on Tue, 07 Apr 2009 16:10:00 GMT

4/4/09 MILAGRO Music Video Shoot

As you may or may not know on Saturday 4/4/09 after months and months of planning, some challenges and funny stories we finally shot our 2009 Music Video! I wish I was able to thank you all in person ...
Posted by on Tue, 07 Apr 2009 13:57:00 GMT