About me: Flaco Navaja is a singer, poet, actor, who is born and raised in the
Bronx. He sings in both Spanish and English and has toured with various groups across the globe.
Recent singing engagements:
YERBABUENA, New York City’s premier Boricua Roots Music group (Lead vocalist since 2001)
THE NICKY MARRERO ALL STARS (Lead vocalist, 2004)
THE LATIN JAZZ COALITION (Back-up vocalist, 2000-2004)
Navaja’s original style of poetry combines singing, beat-boxing, and spoken word. He was the host of the legendary open mic showcase; “All That! Hip Hop Poetry & Jazz” at the famous Nuyorican Poets' Cafe. He has performed at national and international venues and events. In 2003, he toured internationally with the Tony Award winning Russell Simmons' DEF POETRY JAM and he has appeared on four episodes of the HBO series. He is a New York Theatre Workshop Usual Suspect and a comedian with the Nuyorican Rule troupe.
Theatrical credits:
“THE SEVEN” by Will Power at New York Theater Workshop
“SLANGUAGE” by Universes, at Flint Theater in Vermont, Mark Taper Forum in Los Angeles, and New York Theater Workshop
“TEA” by Ben Snider at PS 122
“MOMMA'S BOYZ” by Candido Tirado at Repertorio Español, PS 122
“NOW AND THEN” by Michael J Garcez at La Tea
Navaja is a member of Screen Actors Guild and has appeared in several films.
His film acting credits include:
"FIGHTING" Directed by Dito Montiel, starring Terrance Howard and Channing Tatum(2008)
"Shine On" Directed by Agustin (2008)
"A KISS OF CHAOS" Directed by Ricardo Thompson
“THE GIRL IN THE PARK” Directed by David Auburn, starring Sigourney Weaver and Kate Bosworth (2007)
“PRIDE AND GLORY” Directed by Gavin O’Connor, starring Edward Norton (2007)
“SANCTIFIED” Directed by Val Lik (2006)
“ON THE OUTS” Directed by Michael Scholnik & Lorie Silverbush (2004) Nominated for two IFC Spirit Awards
hey you how are you, incase you forgot who i am i'm micheal aunt yolanda,just wanted to stop by and let you know that we see your commercial everyday and my kids go crazy..lol all they say is look at flaco..lol...we love it..you did a good job..also i hear alot on the radio to..keep up the gudd work...
HEY FLACO, HOW U DOING? HOPE ALL IS WELL AND IM JUST STPPOIN BY TO TELL YOU THAT I SAWR OPTIMUM COMMERICAL DANCING AWAY. THAT WAS COOL. TAKE CARE & KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK.
Hola Primo querido Sabes cuanto de extraño desde Aguadilla hacia Fajardo Desde Fajardo a Ponce desde Ponce Hasta Corozal y para terminar Hacia San Juan ..... Desde lo mas profundo de mi corazón siempre te llevare Suerte en tu carrera See ya soon !!
Flaco, thanks for adding me. I just want to say that the first time I saw you perform, you was awesome some. Yerba Buena CD is the bomb man, lol. You have a great voice and mad funny as a comedian. In addition, you have so much pride for your culture that its amazing man. Keep it up pa! peace..
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I would like for you to check out my merch store at the bottom of this comment and check out my T-shirt design tribute to the Puerto Rican day parade in N.Y.C coming up soon in June. I've design t-shirts for the Ladies and Gents. I like to thank all that supported me through my music and my designs.
When: Saturday, May 16, 2009 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM EDT
Where: NuyoRican Poets Cafe 236 E 3rd Street NY, NY 10009
Greetings,
You are cordially invited to the SugaRusH Comedy show…
The SugaRusH Comedy Show is a great success thanks to the beautiful people who come out & show their love & support.
The SugaRusH Comedy Show hosted by urs truly CindySugaRusH w. ur boy D.J Mello G long side D.J Ronzilla goovin’ w. NYC’s most hilarious, is dedicated to bringing you NYC’s Hottest comedians & sketch comedy with special guest performances by poets, emcees, filmmakers, cooks & artist.
Please join us this Sat. May 16 th at 6:30pm for the SugaRusH Comedy Show at the world famous NuyoRican Poets Café located at 236 East 3rd Street, between Avenues B and C in Lower East Side in NYC
Hey FLACO, I hope you doin' fine where you at. I would like for you to spread the word out about my remix which I entered in the "BEATPORT.com" contest. It's a remix for DEPECHE MODE. All I need are votes by the beginning of May 26th thru June 6th. I would appreciate it alot. Thanks for everything!
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MUCHOS EXITOS PARA TI Y PARA YERBABUENA, CONTINUEN COSECHANDO MUCHOS EXITOS. CUIDATE.
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