Carlos Vives (Photograph: NotimexTV, CC BY 3.0, by way of Wikipedia Commons)
MIAMI (CelebrityAccess) – The Latin Recording Academy introduced that Latin Grammy and Grammy winner Carlos Vives would be the 2024 Latin Recording Academy Particular person of the Yr.
Vives might be honored for his greater than three-decade profession as a multifaceted singer and composer and for his continued dedication to environmental and social initiatives.
“Carlos Vives is among the most prolific and beloved artists of our time, whose dedication to Latin music and help for the brand new generations really personifies the values of our Academy,” stated Manuel Abud, Chief Govt Officer (CEO) of The Latin Recording Academy. “We honor him as our Particular person of the Yr for his huge contributions to our musical heritage and lots of philanthropic initiatives.”
Vives stated, “I’m honored and moved to have been chosen because the 2024 Latin Recording Academy Particular person of the Yr. It’s the reward for an genuine journey, for an exquisite group and, above all, it’s the recognition of the musical spirits of our Latin American variety. These spirits taught us to like and enrich our language, to handle it and to respect it to be able to exalt humanity with it.”
With a profession spanning greater than 30 years, Vives is among the most revered artists in Spanish-language music and a pioneer of a brand new Latin American sound, redefining conventional Colombian vallenato by incorporating pop and rock. He’s an 18-time Latin Grammy winner and two-time Grammy winner—the primary Colombian to win the latter award—with greater than 10 billion streams on digital platforms, 20 million albums bought, and hits like “La Gota Fría,” “Pa’ Mayte,” “La Tierra Del Olvido,” “Fruta Fresca” and “Volví A Nacer.” Vives has grow to be an envoy of Colombian and Latin American tradition worldwide, and his dedication additionally transcends the musical realm. In 2015, he created the Tras La Perla initiative to advertise the sustainable growth of Santa Marta and its ecosystem. As well as, he made the Escuela de Música Río Grande to supply inventive experiences to youngsters and younger folks. He based the file label Gaira Música Native to advertise new Colombian expertise. As a part of his ongoing dedication to music training, Vives has been a powerful advocate and beneficiant supporter of the Latin Grammy Cultural Basis since its inception and sponsored its annual Prodigy Scholarship in 2018.
Vives might be celebrated at a novel star-studded gala as a part of the twenty fifth anniversary of the Latin Grammys. The heartfelt tribute live performance will function renditions of his famend catalog carried out by numerous artists and pals.
The Latin Recording Academy Particular person of the Yr honors musicians for his or her inventive achievements within the Latin music trade and humanitarian efforts. Previous honorees embody Laura Pausini, Juanes, Marc Anthony, Gloria Estefan, Ricky Martin, Carlos Santana and extra. Internet proceeds from the Latin Academy Particular person of the Yr Gala will go towards the charitable work of the Latin Grammy Cultural Basis.