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  1. Audio CD: Release Date 1998-04-14
  2. Publisher: Sony U.S. Latin
  3. Artist: Elvis Crespo
  4. Sales Rank in Music: #89559

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Dance pop-merengue star Elvis Crespo shot to the top of the charts in Billboard with his feverish and horn-fueled mix of nonstop merengue, as best exemplified by the anthem "Suavemente." Even if you don't know Spanish, the tribalistic grooves connect solidly enough that suddenly even merengue dance steps seem instinctive. The tune has been such a smash that label reps released a "Spanglish" version that was included in the movie musical Dance with Me. Also instantly hypnotic is "Tu Sonrisa," another blitzkrieg-paced merengazo propelled by bewitching horns and relentless percussion. These two tunes alone are worth the cost of the CD. Elsewhere, there are more merengues and the occasional romantic bachata--especially noteworthy are "Llorando" and the flamenco guitar-fueled "Te Vas." Another bachata, "Nuestra Cancion," is classic bachata, reminiscent of the great singer-songwriter Juan Luis Guerra. --Ramiro Burr
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Customer Reviews

Average Customer Review
4.6 out of 5 stars (92 customer reviews)

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars la bomba!, February 25, 2000
"angelwoo_2000" (Carolina del Norte, Estados Unidos) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Suavemente (Audio CD)
"Wepa! " Tres hurras por fulano Elvis Crespo! I must say I disagree with Alex, Elvis Crespo is a great merengue composer and performer, and I think he is the best thing to happen to merengue since............, well there you go. Congratulaciones on the Grammy Elvis, keep up the good, work.


5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars dance your heart out !, July 23, 2000
Alejandra Vernon "artist & illustrator" (Long Beach, California) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Suavemente (Audio CD)
This fabulous merengue CD is a non-stop exhilarating delight...if you don't feel the irresistible urge to get up and dance, check your pulse. You don't even have to know how to merengue, this CD will teach you how ! The smash hit title track and "Luna Llena" are my favorites, but the entire CD is excellent...there are no "fillers" here. Crespo shows his writing talent here with "Suavemente" and "Tu Sonrisa" and his infectious, energetic voice is perfect for this type of music. The man has soul...and don't forget to read the "agradecimientos" after amazon.com has rushed this CD to your door, they're lovely.


9 of 11 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Whole CD is as good or better than Suavemente!!, August 14, 1999
Stephen Strange - See all my reviews
This review is from: Suavemente (Audio CD)
I first saw Elvis Grespo on Telemundo (a spanish, broadcast TV station)and was so taken with the song, Suavemente and Elvis' manner that I wanted more of his music right away. He has such positive energy and such a rapport with the audience, that is difficult to ignore. Every bit of that same energy comes through on this album. There isn't a single track that I don't like and there are many that I like a lot. Every time I play it, I end up turning it up loud and dancing the whole time. Not only is Elvis great, but the backup singers are wonderful as well. It almost gives me chills sometimes to hear that group of male voices singing with him. The general musical style is definatly modern or pop, but with much more of a traditional rhythm or flair than say Ricky Martin or Enrique' Iglesias. Memorable tracks are : Luna Llena, Princesita, Tu Sonrisa, and (ofcourse) Suavemente. And last, but not least, Elvis Grespo is such a cutie that how could you help but like him? One...Read more

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