Latin Grammy Awards: SPECIAL AWARDS OF AMERICA 2014 RECORDING ACADEMY

WILLY CHIRINO, CESAR COSTA, Carlos do Carmo, DYNAMIC DUO, LOS LOBOS, VALERIA LYNCH, AND BE RECOGNIZED WITH NEY MATOGROSSO AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN LATIN MUSICAL RECORDING ACADEMY AND JOHN ANDRE VICENTE midani TORREALBA RECEIVE AWARD COUNCIL DIRECTING

Willy Chirino , César Costa , Carlos Do Carmo , the Dynamic Duo , Los Lobos , Valeria Lynch , and Ney Matogrosso will be recognized with the A's Lifetime Achievement Award from The Latin Recording Academy ® , and André Midani and Juan Vicente Torrealba receive the prestigious Trustees Award . Recognition is performed in a special ceremony at the invitation the Wednesday , November 19 , at the Hollywood Theatre in the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino as part of the celebrations of the 15th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards ® which will run for a week. For updates and breaking news, visit social networks The Latin Recording Academy on Twitter and Facebook .

"As we prepare to celebrate our first 15 years, the Annual Latin GRAMMY not only continues the tradition of recognizing outstanding artists for their professional accomplishments, but also honors their exemplary contributions to the world of Latin music," said Gabriel Abaroa Jr., President / CEO of The Latin Recording Academy. "It is with great pride that we honor this exceptionally diverse group of honorees along with the commemoration of indelible musical legacy they have placed in us and the roads paved for future generations. They are true masters of their genres and look forward to welcoming you to the list of iconic artists who have honored before them. "

The Lifetime Achievement Award A: This award is presented by vote of the Board of The Latin Recording Academy to performers who have made ​​creative contributions of outstanding artistic significance to the field of recording during their careers.

After emigrating from his native Cuba at age 14, singer-songwriter, musician and producer Willy Chirino has developed a musical career that spanned more than four decades. In addition to being recognized as the creator of the "Miami Sound", a fusion of Cuban music, rock, jazz, Brazilian rhythms and Caribbean, he has recorded over 30 albums and has composed over 100 songs, some of which have been recorded by legendary artists such as Celia Cruz, Gipsy Kings and Raphael. In addition to his dedication to music (won the GRAMMY ® in 2005 for Best Album Salsa / Merengue by Son Del Alma ), is also a compassionate philanthropist. Launched the Willy Chirino Foundation in 1996 and has been receiving numerous awards for his humanitarian work, including the Legion of Honor of the United States, the Humanitarian Award Spirit of Hope (Spirit of Hope) of Billboard , and the Hispanic Heritage Award (Award Hispanic) heritage of the U.S. State Department. UU. His song "Our Day (Here Comes Coming)" has become an anthem of hope for Cuban immigrants.

Mexican singer, actor, producer, radio host, author and mentor César Costa is the epitome of a musical entrepreneur. Having begun his career in 1958 as lead singer of the musical group The Blackshirts, the Coast solo career continued after the group disbanded. Successful solo Costa led to his first starring role in a movie with the legendary Libertad Lamarque in Heaven And Earth , which led him to launch his personal production company, Costa Films. Throughout his career, he has recorded over 35 albums that achieved record sales in Mexico, Europe, Central and South America; He has starred in 17 films and three television series highly successful; authored an autobiography, To Become ; led the radio program "Coast to Coast"; and directed the creation of the Academic Foundation Music Industry, an effort to provide postgraduate training in the music industry for more than 500 professionals. In 2004 he was appointed National Ambassador for UNICEF, a role in which still actively serving. He continues to tour, to the great delight of his fans.

From Portugal Carlos do Carmo is one of the greatest fado singers of his time. His mother, the legendary singer Lucilia do Carmo, was a major influence on his career, which has spanned more than 50 years. While fado has been the center of his music, the distinctive style of singing Carlos do Carmo is marked by the special timbre of his voice with his personal affinity for the French pop ballads and Brazilian bossa nova, creating an unmistakable sound and I set him apart as one of the most iconic voices of Portuguese music. Among his vast repertoire of songs, do Carmo is most recognized for "Tears Orvalho", "Lisboa Menina E Moça" and "Canoas Do Tejo". He has received international recognition and has been presented to sold-out crowds at landmarks such as the Royal Albert Hall in London, the L'Olympia in Paris and Carnegie Hall in New York. Played a key role in turning the fado as part of the Cultural Heritage of UNESCO through its many concerts, recordings and their participation in the film Fado 2007 director Carlos Saura. He continues to actively touring.

Songwriters, producers and actors Arcusa Ramón and Manuel de la Calva, known as Dynamic Duo , began his career in Barcelona, ​​Spain, in 1958. The Spanish super team scored pop, influenced and entertained generations of fans with popular hits as "Fifteen Years My Love," "Quisiera Ser", "Sorry", "Mari Carmen", "those eyes Black", "Summer Love" and "Resistiré" which boosted his popularity throughout Spain, Mexico and Latin America, and have led to starring roles in four films. The international dynamic duo produced great success for Julio Iglesias, Miguel Gallardo, Jose Velez and Paloma San Basilio. Supporting the duo composers as Nino Bravo, Camilo Sesto and José Feliciano sang their songs. One of his greatest compositions, "La, La, La" performed by Massiel won the Eurovision Song Contest 1968 in London, which represented the first victory of Spain in the festival. "I want to be," a musical based on their songs sounded for a year in Madrid in 2007. Nowadays, they keep singing and touring in your country.

Hailing from East LA, Los Lobos (Cesar Rosas, Conrad Lozano, David Hidalgo, Louie Perez, and Steve Berlin) gained notoriety for its mix of popular Latin music genres and traditional Mexican. The eclectic mix of rock and roll, country, folk, R & B, blues and norteño group was three times winner of GRAMMY, led to his particular style of "Chicano rock". Inspired by the music scene in Los Angeles for 80 years and working with producer and Grammy winner T-Bone Burnett, his version of the Mexican classic "Anselma" gave the group their first Grammy for Best Mexican-American Performance in 1983. The band recorded several songs for Richie Valens biopic La Bamba 1987, the band received a double platinum and exposed to new and emerging market for Latin music fans. Los Lobos have recorded over 20 albums and collaborated with artists such as Ry Cooder, Elvis Costello, Paul Simon, Tom Waits, and Bobby Womack. They continue to create music that resonates with audiences worldwide.

Not only is the singer / actress Valeria Lynch one of the cultural treasures of Argentina, but also in 1988 was considered by The New York Times as one of the five best voices in the world. He began his singing commercial jingles and performing at clubs "underground" in Buenos Aires race. In the 80s, Lynch came to fame by starring in the rock opera Evita for a year in Mexico. His Eva Peron captivated audiences and intrigued audiences who discovered his unique singing style and strong voice. It was during this decade she also released his greatest hits, such as "Lie" and "my friend", along with his triple platinum album, Power . He has collaborated with artists such as Jeffrey Osborne, Barry Manilow and José José; starred in several theatrical productions; and directed television programs "Valeria Dreaming" and "Mas Te Vale". He has also received numerous awards, both in Argentina and abroad; recorded 30 albums; in addition to more than 5,000 tours and concerts worldwide. She continues to act in Latin America; is the founder and director of the School of Musical Comedy Valeria Lynch and the International Congress of Music and Rock Operas.

Described by the magazine Rolling Stone as one of the three main Brazilian singers of all time, Ney Matogrosso has recorded nearly 50 albums in a career spanning more than four decades. Influenced by the glam-rock movement of the '70s, Matogrosso became a member of the Dry & Molhados group. With his unique countertenor voice, his high-energy stage performances and eccentric costumes, he and his group quickly became a sensation. However, the union was short and Matogrosso embarked on a solo career, achieving extraordinary success with singles such as "Homem Com H" and "Heart Bandit." Leaving his androgynous glam-rock character aside, in 1986, began working with Matogrosso emerging composers Cazuza Ramil and Victor and returned to the traditional roots of Brazilian Popular Music. While there has always been regarded with preconceptions and prejudices challenging for their satirical and ironic actions, has become a serious artist and highly respected by his classical interpretations. Matogrosso continues to tour and performing in Brazil and Europe.

Trustees Award: This Award is presented by vote of the Board of The Latin Recording Academy to individuals who have made ​​significant contributions - other than performance - in the field of recording during their careers.

The achievements of the executive, musical visionary and author, André Midani , have influenced and marked successful trends that have attempted to replicate the record for decades. After starting his career in sales in the French division of Decca Records in Paris in 1952, his love for music launched his career in Brazil amid the burgeoning scene of new music. In EMI-Odeon (Brazil), directed the launch of the bossa nova, creating a sensation around the world in the global music market. In 1961 he founded Imperial Records, the first seller of vinyl door to door, with offices in Argentina, Brazil, Peru, Venezuela and Mexico. His impressive resume includes roles as president / CEO of several divisions Entertainment America and North America for companies such as Philips / PolyGram (Brazil), Capitol Records (Mexico) America and Warner Music (Brazil and Latin America ). He has developed the artistic careers of Gilberto Gil, Chico Buarque, Elis Regina, Caetano Veloso, Luis Miguel, Mana, Cafe Tacuba, and Jorge Ben Jor, among others. Midani is a renowned lecturer, cultural ambassador, international organizations and leading producer of documentaries and arts festivals.

One can not speak of the beauty of traditional music plains of Venezuela not to mention the singer, songwriter and musician Juan Vicente Torrealba . In addition to learning to play the guitar, four early harp, has created some of the most legendary songs in the musical heritage of his beloved country. In 1947 he founded the Los Torrealberos group with his brother and son, playing with pride and passion the traditional music of the people of the plains. The following year he released his solo career and performed before crowds in Latin America, Europe, the United States and Mexico since. Renowned for his mastery of the harp, musical compositions created rich "Madrugada Llanera", "The Paraulata" and "Concert In The Plain". He has recorded 130 albums, written more than 300 compositions and received numerous awards and accolades. His biography, Recollections , is scheduled for release this year.

The Latin Recording Academy is an international organization composed of artists, musicians, songwriters, producers and other creative and technical recording professionals, Spanish and Portuguese. The organization is dedicated to improving the quality of life and cultural condition for Latin music and its makers. In addition to producing the Latin GRAMMY Awards to honor excellence in the arts and science of recording, The Latin Recording Academy provides educational and outreach for the Latin music community. For more information about The Latin Recording Academy, please visit LatinGRAMMY.com . For breaking news and exclusive content, follow @ latingrammys on Twitter , become a fan on Facebook , and join the organization's social networks on Foursquare , Google+ , Instagram , Pinterest , Tumblr , and YouTube .

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