La Vida es un Ratico
Juanes
Universal Music Latino, 2007
1 CD
Catalogue #: 1747392
EAN: 0602517473928
UPC: 602517473928
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Columbian Rock en Espanol phenomenon Juanes continued his winning streak with 2007's LA VIDA ES UN RATICO. Like Juanes's previous albums, UNA DIA NORMAL and MI SANGRE (both of which achieved colossal international success), LA VIDA ES UN RATICO is packed with sharp songwriting, passionate lyrics and performances, and deft guitar work. Juanes balances between ballads (the title track) and rockers ("No Creo En El Jamas"), mixing in traditional Latin rhythm and no shortage of radio-ready pop polish. The lyrics are in Spanish, as usual, but that hasn't stopped the non-Spanish-speaking world from responding to Juanes's infectious music, and it won't here either.
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Juanes
Unlike many Latin crossover stars, Colombian-born Juanes (Juan Esteban Aristizábal Vásquez) sings entirely en Espanol. This hasn't hindered him, however, from having a wildly successful international career. He balances traditional pop songcraft with Latin rhythms, rocking guitar leads, and a distinctly Spanish lyrical romanticism. Juanes got his start in the late 1980s as part of the Columbian metal band Ekhymosis, and released his first solo album in 2000, produced by the celebrated film composer Gustavo Santaolalla. The album, and its two follow-ups, garnered excellent reviews, several Grammy awards, and the adoration of millions of fans who appreciate the performer's unique blend of talents.
