Tito Puente Jr.

Features: Interview
Website: www.titopuentejr.freeservers.com

Tito Puente Jr. has begun leaving a mark as an artist of distinction. With one record album and three videos to his credit, plus a slew of concert tours under his belt, Tito has become a force to be reckoned within Latin music. Determined to reach people of all generations, Tito's music is a fusion of POP Latin Jazz and Dance, laced with influences of Mambo, Cha Cha and Merengue. Tito calls it "Latin Dance a new explosion of authentic music created from the streets."

Now a resident of Miami, Tito Jr.was born and raised in New York City with a Puerto Rican descent. Under the tutelage of his father, "El Rey," his first instrument was percussion. Later, he attended school in Long Island where he further developed his skills a musician while studying piano and composition at home. When he was old enough, Tito began playing the New York City club scene with other well-known Latin artists from the area. In his current band, Tito is the lead signer and percussionist. He still plays the piano but uses it mainly for writing songs. Moreover living in culturally diverse Miami has had a most positive effect on Tito's creativity and innovative approach to his music.

"I'm thrilled with the many faces and sounds of Miami. The opportunity to listen to music from Mexico, South America, the Caribbean and other parts of the world has allowed me to expand my own musical horizons, so my music can reach more people."

Tito Puente Jr. has performed in many parts of the world, but mostly in North and South America. He has been featured in magazines, newspapers and television programs such as Urban Latino, Latin Style, American Way, Reggae Report, People En Español, Radio & Musica, DMA, Billboard, The Miami Herald, Good Day New York, E Entertainment, CBS Noticias, NBC, Canada News, Onda Max, Control, Caliente, Primer Impacto, El Gordo y La Flaca, Ocurrio Asi and has also appeared in an HBO special.
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