11th Annual Latino Expo
Connecticut Expo Center
Hartford, CT
March 19 - 20 - 2011
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LOUIS NELSON HAWKINs, agency owner and President ,of iModel Management attended Northeastern University in Boston. He brings to the table industry protocol and know how. Louis’s experiences have given him a sense of independence, and self-relianceand confidence that will embark on an interesting future. The economy is weak, inflationis rising and many businesses are failing. iModel is in a strong position to grow. IModel Management will be hosting their agency launch for their Manhattan agency opening in theSpring of ’10. Louis is a man who is willing to work hard and to preserver to achieve the goals he has for iModel Management modeling Agency.
Performing on Saturday 12:15 - 12:25
5 LETRA MUSIC IS BASE ON A GROUP OF 8 GUYS, WE BEEN SINGING WITH THE NAME OF 5 LETRA MUSIC FOR OVER 1 YEAR (5 LETRA MUSIC) WAS NAME AFTER DE CITY THE I AM FROM (P.O.N.C.E) JP EL INESPERADO (MY SELF) IS THE PRODUCER AND THE PROMOTOR OF 5 LETRA MUSIC....
Chavo I$ Dmotto Performing on Saturday 12:25 - 12:35 This 30 year old father of three was born in Camuy, Arecibo in Puerto Rico. Raised in the Bronx and Spanish Harlem he was introduced to strong musical influences in all genres with his favorites being Salsa, Merengue, and Hip-Hop. Now residing in Waterbury, CT, Chavo embraces his culture as a Latino and infuses his Latin roots into his music. Music has always been in his blood, and most recently, his accomplishments include performing in the Freddie Fixer Parade in New Haven and opening up for Mook n Fair in Waterbury. He was also a finalist in a contest to open up for Sheek Louch, and had a track on the mixtape CT Untouchables Volume 4, which won awards at the Holla Back Video Awards show, held annually. Chavo is an intrical part of State of the Art Movement, a local business that puts on showcases for underground artists. He gets the crowd involved in the music with his upbeat, infectious personality in both hosting and performing in the shows that they put together on a weekly basis. His most notable track is “I Love Money, Chavo!” which you will definitely find yourself repeating for days to come. Chavo has a special quality that makes you really connect with his music, and his work ethic and reliability are unmatched. His dream would be to be the next major Hip-Hop artist incorporating Latin samples and bridging the gap of today’s Latinos with all of the other cultures and races.
CHAVO I$ DMOTTO, THE RICAN-STRUCTION.
Hollywood (Lisette Hernandez) Performing on Sat. from 12:35 - 12:40
12 year old Hollywood is a dancer, model, actress. She has been dancing for 10 years. She recently was chosen to audition for America's Got Talent in Boston. She has also performed with local artists such as Talon Haynes and Ricky Tan, performed halftime at the men and woman's UCONN games, Boston Celtics and Globetrotters. She trains with some of the best choreographers in the business, some from So You Think You Can Dance and Americas Best Dance Crew.
Luis Aguilar aka Dj Double L Performing on Saturday
Dj Double L has over 20 years experience as a dj. He has worked in clubs, bars, and lounges as well as countless private events. Born and raised in NY, he was right at the pulse of the hip hop movement and from there learned his craft. He specializes in Reggaeton and has several independent mix tapes under his belt. He has performed in Puerto Rican day parades in NY and CT. His latest endeavor is as manager and member of the up and coming Reggaeton group Desdeaka Fuera Muzick.
Agrupación Cultural "SOMOS PERÚ", Inc. is a non-profit organization based
in New Haven, Connecticut established in December 2008. Today, dancers and
musicians account for over 50 members of Somos Perú, Inc. with multicultural backgrounds from Peru, Ecuador, Guatemala, Puerto Rico and United States. Our mission is to promote, educate, & share authentic Peruvian culture with the people of New England by way of teaching and performing live music and dances for schools, charities, and cultural events in order to contribute to the Latin community, promote diversity, and increase appreciation for all cultures. For bookings or inquiries about becoming a member contact us at info@somosperu.us.For more information, upcoming events, news, pictures and videos check out our website www.somosperu.us.
Email: info@somosperu.us
Website: http://www.somosperu.us
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/somosperu http://www.youtube.com/somosperuUSA
Yung Rikan
Talento from New britain CT, he's a young talented artist bring hip hop and reggaeton to the table hes ben recording music for long time, trying do big things, he got unique rhymes and dope rhythms www.twitter.com/Swag_docious300
Hydro Performing Sunday at 12:30
I'm born and raised in Hartford, Ct after years of performing and battling all challengers Hydro established himself as a force to be reckoned with on the hip hop / battle scene. An appearance on BET'S PREMIER SHOW : 106TH & PARK'S FREESTYLE FRIDAY INTRODUCED HYDRO TO HIP HOP fans around the world and further cemented his legacy as a lyricist, and freestyle battle Legend. He is now spokesman for Jeffrey Dresslers , MEGA EDUCATION PROGRAM. An incentive based program designed to reward Connecticut students for excellence in attendance and overall academic performance. Now Hydro returns to the Latin Expo stage to perform for his Latin people!!!!
Rika
I was born and raised in Puerto Rico, originally from the town of Rio Piedras but raised in Ponce, where he attended all my school years. I graduated from high school senior at Dr. Alfredo M. Aguayo in 1995 year of many controversies for me. I always stand out as a sportsman and I always liked to write poems. As a person, I was always shy and quiet but deep joy. My real name is Suehi Rivera daughter of Gloria Almodovar and Hector Rivera. I grew Separated from my father which my mother always consider as my father. With my mother had three brothers and two sisters, Wanda, Wally, Jorge and Jaime and the side of my father had three brothers and a sister, Rosita, Gregory, Tony and Herctor. I was attached to Jaime but at early age he die just with 19 old in 1995. A great loss. At my age 17 year old seniors graduated and decided to go home to new land rover. U.S. reaches the City of Rochester NY to live in the house of my friend's parents where I start studied English with a dream to finish my course designer but do not succeed, I had to get to work and fight, spending needs as a person and learn to appreciate what I left behind. Time passed and decided to start fighting for myself, managed to buy my first house which I love because is a fruit of my effort. Continued to struggle to get ahead and always helping my mother who pinned you're both to teach their children the value of life and poverty.
We are a Peruvian Culture dance group "Tusuykusun" we will like to participate in the competition "Tusuykusun" A Kids 6 Kids are going to participate dancing the Marinera is going to last approximately 10 minutes and we will like to participate also in the presentation as group "Tusuykusun" B about 12 adults and also approximately 10 minutes of dancing.
Starlite Dance Studio of the Bronx Performing on Sat. from 4:15 - 5:00
Performing on Sunday March 21 at 1:20pm
Spacebar Ent, Conn Artists Ent, B.O.D are 3 Independent artists from Connecticut. Working together as a team they have accomplished many things as a whole in the music industry. They have collaborated with artists such as Jadakiss, Cassidy, French Montana, Nova y Jory, Alex Kyza, Tito Puentes Jr. and many more. As a company each of the groups are currently working on their individual albums, Conn Artists are working on their album "Behind The Dream" with the release of their hit single "Sweetdreams" ft. Jadakiss the album is set to hit stores in Spring. Spacebar Ent. have released their hit single with Conn Artists and major artist Cassidy "Got Em' Like" and are in the process of dropping their second mixtape; Big Money's "Road To Riches." B.O.D is currently in the process of releasing his first mixtape "El Artista Del Ano." He has released his first single "Activa" which has been in heavy rotation of 97.1 FM San Juan, PR on "El Coyote The Show." Conn Artists and B.O.D are also currently working on a compliation album fusing Hip-Hop and Reggaeton. As a company they have done many charity events through out the world such as; Water Wells for Africa to their own communties doing Back to School Backpack drives for kids who are less fortunate. As a whole they each share a common goal and hope to one day to reach their dreams to make a change in their lives and everyone else's. Thanks for the support - Help Us Help Others. ~Conn Artists, Spacebar, B.O.D~
Performing on Sunday March 21 at 3:00pm
Rafael (Raffee) Morales was born on July 30, 1985. Andres (Purple Hayz) Rivera Jr. was born on April 10, 1987. Raffee y Purple Hayz have opened up for artists such as Nina Sky, Nova y Jory, Abrante, and Plan B. Coming soon H203 (The Mixtape) Contact the artists on FACEBOOK @ RAFFEE Y PURPLE HAYZ [OFFICIAL FB]. For booking info call Chino Sutra: 203-500-1114
Shandra Anaid
Shandra Anaid - Dancer since childhood, Jazz and Lyrical student in teen years at Isadora's Dance Academy in Guayama Puerto Rico. Bellydancing since 2003. Cardio Belly Dance Instructor since 2004. Zumba instructor since 2005. Featured in "Cocinando Con Suso" in 2010 (Spanish tv show). Has performed in festivals, expos and fund raise events in local and out of state venues. "I love what I do, I teach and permorm with passion. I love teaching everyone a new and different way to enjoy themselves while at same time getting healthier and more active. I really want to see everyone smiling!!"
Available for corporate, public and private events. An entertainment suitable for all ages and all family. Contact by email; adjfitness@yahoo.com
RBDC Dance Group
Performing on Saturday 1:05
xXEXCLUSIVEXx Dance Group was founded in November of 2010. We consist of 6 members, Stephanie Perez age 21, Tatiana Adorno age 20, Halima King age 20, Taj Brown age 32, Emily Wright age 24, Lucas Gonzalez age 19. We began by competing in the Drag Wars Competition held in Divas Nightclub in Northampton, MA. We have came in both 2nd and 1st place and are now currently part of the finale's held in April of this year. We are currently working on a Dance Benefit, to raise money for our group, and build a solid foundation to open up our own dance center in the future. We may be a diamond in the rough, but we are all very talented dancers, with a lot of ambition, motivation, and dedication, waiting for our moment to shine. We do our best to include all types of genres, from salsa, to hip hop, r&b, and rock, we do not discriminate! =)
Our Dance Benefit will be held February 23, 2011 at Glo Lounge in downtwon Springfield at 6pm-12am. The DJ for the night is the one and only HOT 93.7FM Craig G, and there will be a lot of local dance groups performing aside from xXEXCLUSIVEXx, tickets are $3.00 and it is an 18+ event! Join Us!
Youth Opportunities
Performing
Sunday 1:30 - 1:40
Performing
Sunday 3:20 - 3:30
Evaristo Fama's Bio--Born in Nagua, Republica Dominicana. He was raised in Puerto Rico and also studied music there. He has a large following internationaly with his urban bachata and merengue.
Performing Sunday 3:10 - 3:20
Flecha's Bio--Born in Aguadilla, PR. He's been singing spanish hip hop since 1996. He has also shared the stage with several famous artist in the same hip hop and reggeaton movement.
The Limbic system is believed to be the emotion center of the brain, where love, hate, fear, pleasure, pain and all emotions are originated. Conexion Limbica (Limbic Connection) is a multinational alternative and independent band that merges Latin in
fluences with rock in a wide array of intensities and styles. Original songs are sung mostly in Spanish and/or English and the live show is entirely bi-lingual. On October 2010 Conexion Limbica debuted live in Ridgefield Cultural Festival in Connecticut.
Def Groove Performing on Sunday Def Groove is a fresh duo to the Hip Hop culture from Bridgeport CT. Since toddlers, this brother and sister team has been surrounded by music through their father's recording studio and older brother's rap career. Def Groove re-visits the old school flavor of Hip Hop music by the samples of legendary beats with their up tempo rhymes. Def Groove is reminding the Hip Hop culture of fun music by soaking their audience with friendly, but bragging stylistic raps to keep the traditional meaning of Hip Hop music.
10 year old Baby D' delivers a sweet, glossy, pretty girl style with an edge of confident flavor for her peers. Baby D' is an honor roll student and enjoys performing. Out side of music Baby D' plays soccer and wants to be a teacher.
8 year old Lil' Dave G. is a cute, energetic, in your face rapper. Lil' Dave G. wears the traditional rope gold chain and two finger ring as a symbol to Hip Hop music along with the Adidas old school look. Lil' Dave G. is also an honor roll student who enjoys X-box and WWE.
Def Groove is releasing a mix CD titled "This is young hip hop" under 588 Entertainment and has a number of shows lined up such as school dances, performance with freestyle legend GIGGLES, opening for RUN from RUN DMC and opening for a huge freestyle concert on June 4th 2011 in Bridgeport CT. They are performing a number from their mix Cd titled "Young Hip Hop"
For booking contact
Dave G. 203-710-9513
www.588entertainment.com
12 year old Hollywood is a dancer, model, actress. She has been dancing for 10 years. She recently was chosen to audition for America's Got Talent in Boston. She has also performed with local artists such as Talon Haynes and Ricky Tan, performed halftime at the men and woman's UCONN games, Boston Celtics and Globetrotters. She trains with some of the best choreographers in the business, some from So You Think You Can Dance and Americas Best Dance Crew.
The Limbic system is believed to be the emotion center of the brain, where love, hate, fear, pleasure, pain and all emotions are originated. Conexion Limbica (Limbic Connection) is a multinational alternative and independent band that merges Latin in
fluences with rock in a wide array of intensities and styles. Original songs are sung mostly in Spanish and/or English and the live show is entirely bi-lingual. On October 2010 Conexion Limbica debuted live in Ridgefield Cultural Festival in Connecticut. 
