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View Roman's mini-music video for "Solo El Principio" and video of rehearsals with his Bellas below:
Go to youtube.com/romanonline to view more video of Roman.
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Latin Pop has a new face... Roman. Roman stormed into 2008 with an exciting and orginal Spanish-language EP and sexy music video. Roman's songs (originals and covers) have been played over 25,000 times on MySpace and all over the globe, featured as part of the musical selection of the 2007 NBA Playoffs, movie soundtracks, and remixed by the hottest L.A. DJs. With the talent of choreographer/dancer Marisa Aquino, Roman and his dancers took to the stage on an '08 promotional tour that kicked off in Long Beach at their Pride Festival. He's had an amazing journey thus far and is close to finally "making it". But...
ROMAN NEEDS YOUR HELP!!! Roman is back in the studio recording English material for a full-LP that will release Dec. 08/Jan. 09. As an unsigned artist, Roman self-funds recording time, rehearsal space, compensating choreographers/dancers, training, CD production, and general promotion. While his current dance/service gigs pay for the costly lifestyle of Los Angeles and Hollywood, one more big push of funds will carry him to the ultimate level -- successfully making a living from his music. And...
The generous giving of friends, family, and fans over the past several years enabled all of that he's been able to do. Now it's time for the final fund-raising as Roman aims to tackle the English pop/dance market, the Latin pop/dance market, and the LGBT music market simultaneously.
Below, you can make a contribution to the "Roman Recording Fund" in any amount you desire. While ALL contributions are greatly appreciated, all donations of $20 USD or more will be listed in Roman's thank-you section of the CD's he produces and will also -- as a thank you -- receive a copy of the original demo. He needs to raise $3,000-$5,000 by July 2008 to effectively underwrite new recorded English material, touring costs, and new PR materials. That's "public relations" and not "Puerto Rican"! ;-)
His official website www.romanonline.com is under construction and will re-launch in Winter 2008 with brand new images, info, and features.
MUSIC VIDEO FOR "SOLO EL PRINCIPIO":
The 2-minute mini-video for "Solo..." took place over two long night shoots in early September '07 with Hollywood fashion photographer Matthew Mitchell at the director's chair. The video was edited by Mr. Mitchell and his Director of Photography Evin Grant (of Embryonic Productions) and is NOW AVAILABLE to enjoy at the top of the page. Photos and blog from the shoot are in the photo gallery. A huge thank you to Matthew Mitchell and everyone who helped make this dream a reality. Look for a full-length version VERY SOON!
A full-length version of "Solo El Principio" will be released as a video remix by world-reknowned DJ Josh Peace and will feature even more footage from the music video shoot, rehearsals, performances, and candid moments. Josh Peace starts production on the remix in January '08.
View and Comment these pictures in Roman's photo gallery! :-)
Here's a really quick teaser of Roman's May 2nd show shot and edited by the talented Chase Matthews. Thanks, Chase:
The ending of "Otra Vez" -- Roman sings the last little bit in English for the Americanos in the crowd!
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***A big thank you to my chief cybertechie, friend & fan Isai (on my "Top Friends") for pimpin' my page! You rock, Isai!***

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Member Since: 11/10/2005
Band Website: romanonline.com
Band Members: Roman -- New York-born and Texas-raised Puerto Rican dancer and singer Roman is a solo artist. He considers his "bandmates" to be his amazing dancers (including his bellas, translated his "beauties": his all-girl back-up crew that are part of his group of dancers) and his extremely talented producers (for the demo, it's been Rye Randa of Los Angeles, CA, USA) who has helped craft his sound and his art.
Influences: Elvis Presley, Stevie Wonder, Janet Jackson, Paula Abdul, Prince, Al Green, Madonna, Gloria Estefan, Jon Secada, Ricky Martin, Selena Quintanilla, Luis Miguel, Sin Bandera, Shakira, The Beatles, Michael Jackson, George Michael, TLC, Boyz II Men, Aerosmith, Carman, Crystal Lewis, Sandi Patty, DC Talk, Garth Brooks, and many more.
Sounds Like:What do you get when you fuse the passionate heart of the Spanish language with the pulsating beat of contemporary American pop, dance/pop, R&B, and soul?

In one word: Roman.

He's a sexy, young Latin-American entertainer with a silky voice, funky dance moves, explosive performance ability, and massive appeal. His breed of music is that of bi-cultural Latinos who grew up listening to both Tito Puente and Elvis Presley, Celia Cruz and Aretha Franklin, Carlos Santana and Stevie Wonder, Menudo and New Edition, Luis Miguel and Michael Jackson. These same Latinos (perhaps you, too!) now currently endorse and enjoy the chart-topping hits of Shakira, Maná, Chayanne, Paulina Rubio, and Juanes, and also Usher, Missy Elliott, Eminem, Madonna, and Janet.

It's the popular dance/performance-oriented music Roman discovered growing up in Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, and Paula Adbul that he could not find in the Spanish language music market. It's the visual art of live performances, music videos, dance, and choreography that wins and keeps fans -- no matter what language you speak!
Record Label: Unsigned
Type of Label: None

My Blog

New Remix of "Otra Vez"

Probably one of my most popular tracks (if not the most!), "Otra Vez" -- which is my Spanish-version of Janet Jackson's Grammy-nominated song "Again" (from the motion picture "Poetic Justice") -- has ...
Posted by Roman on Tue, 17 Jun 2008 04:00:00 PST

Roman to perform in SoCal Pride Festivals

FOR IMMEADIATE RELEASE: April 19, 2008Latin recording artist/entertainer Roman has confirmed with the organizations that coordinate and produce the Pride Festivals in Long Beach and Los Angeles, CA, t...
Posted by Roman on Sat, 19 Apr 2008 08:47:00 PST

RomaNews - April 2008 Update!

If 2007 was the year of Team Roman’s hard work and prep culminating in a completed album, hot music video, and electrifying live show, then 2008 is the year of Roman’s official launch...
Posted by Roman on Thu, 03 Apr 2008 10:51:00 PST

New Song Added - "Mas Que Un Hombre"

Well guess what, amigos?  MySpace now allows us to add another song for a total of six tracks.  Pretty awesome, if I must say!  The song I've added is called "Mas Que Un Hombre" which t...
Posted by Roman on Sun, 23 Dec 2007 12:39:00 PST

Music Video for "Solo El Principio"

I'm excited to announce that I will finally be shooting a music video for "Solo El Principio".  Matthew Mitchell, an amazing Hollywood fashion photographer, will be at the helm for his music vide...
Posted by Roman on Sun, 05 Aug 2007 03:33:00 PST

New Song Added to my Music Player: "Hasta La Madrugada"

Hey, everyone! As most of you know, my CD is finally done and I'm working on distributing them out to the masses. Also, want to let you know that just today MySpace is allowing us artists to add an ad...
Posted by Roman on Sat, 24 Mar 2007 11:36:00 PST

Get My CD + Help Out, Too!

Dear Friends + Supporters:   At last, after three years of hard work, my Spanish-language pop/dance/rock/R&B CD is complete and ready for distribution!!!  Already, so many of my friend...
Posted by Roman on Mon, 19 Mar 2007 02:08:00 PST

Roman LIVE...

Auditions were held and the dancers have been selected!  I am very excited to announce that Alana, Stacey, Zafir, Jenny, and Marisa were selected to be my crew of beautiful back-up dancers for my...
Posted by Roman on Sat, 10 Feb 2007 11:31:00 PST

New Original Song Added To Demo: "Placerte" Rocks!!!

The song is called "Placerte" (translated "(to) pleasure you").  It's a very raw, edgy rock/pop track that I think is a lot of fun and catchy.  Please listen to "Placerte" and let ...
Posted by Roman on Thu, 12 Oct 2006 02:19:00 PST

"Otra Vez" Debuts w/ Fantastic Response!

In only 24 hours, "Otra Vez", my Spanish-language cover of the Janet Jackson ballad "Again" (from the janet. album and Grammy-nominated from the motion picture "Poetic Justice") has received over 100 ...
Posted by Roman on Mon, 02 Oct 2006 11:38:00 PST