USA: Colombian rocker Juanes wows attendees of pre-Grammy event with raw renditions of his hits
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USA: Colombian rocker Juanes wows attendees of pre-Grammy event with raw renditions of his hits
- Title: USA: Colombian rocker Juanes wows attendees of pre-Grammy event with raw renditions of his hits
- Date: 7th February 2013
- Summary: LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES (FEBRUARY 6, 2013) (REUTERS) JUANES PERFORMING "LA CAMISA NEGRA"
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- Story Text: While performing one of his many charitable endeavours on Wednesday (February 6) Colombian super star Juanes gave students a preview of his upcoming Grammy performance at the Grammy In The Schools Live! Program.
"It's very important to have the opportunity to be here and support the foundation in what they're doing, it's key because art has been transformational for me and I believe that music has given all the kids here today the opportunity to become a better person and find the connection with the universe and with love," said the multi Grammy and Latin Grammy winner.
Juanes is nominated for Best Latin Pop Album for his latest album, "MTV Unplugged." He is also only the second artist to be asked to perform a Spanish language number on stage at the Grammy awards ceremony, following a duet by then husband and wife Marc Antony and Jennifer Lopez in 2005. "Every year the music is different, nominees are different, but he had beautiful nomination this year and it's a reflection of what is happening in our country, our society and our culture and we're very excited and proud that he'll be on the show Sunday night," said Neil Portnow, President of the Recording Academy.
Grammy In The Schools Live! Program is a program for U.S. high school students and high school music programs.
The 55th Annual Grammy Awards will be held on February 10, 2013, at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. - Copyright Holder: REUTERS
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