Santos de Los Angeles
and
The Player Saint Orchestra
From East LA and NYC to London and the Netherlands...
Los Angeles, 2009. iTunes artist Santos de Los Angeles has just celebrated an album release in Holland with the Dutch group Splendid. Together they collaborated on the song "Senorina Luna," a track that blends reggae and latin rhythms into a beautiful melodic dance number. This song will be featured on Splendid's Album entitled LIFE IS SPLENDID, as well as on Santos de Los Angeles' Album This collaboration between a Dutch and Latin artist marks a piece of history being made.
THE SECRET BOOK OF GAME, his third album which is scheduled to be released this Fall at the 9th Annual Festival de LA Gente in Los Angeles at Hollenbeck Park. THE SECRET BOOK OF GAME which is produced by Icy E of the Player Saints and Santos himself, mixed by Grammy Award winner Charlie Watts and mastered by Big Bottom Bob who has completed albums for Snoop Dogg, Wu Tang, and a long list of mainstream artists.
Santos de Los Angeles has been recognized by the Latiin Alternative Music Conference (LAMC Battle of Bands Winner), whose collaborators have included artists like Cyprus Hill, Juanes, Tego Calderon. LATINA MAGAZINE named Santos as “one of the 47 people, places and cositas we love” in their February Love issue since he debuted on the scene in 2003 with his then group Yerba Tribe. He has been featured on the international network program American Latino as an important figure in the Urban Latin music scene. His video Nina Orgullosa has been aired on MTV3, as well as Mun2 and LATV, and his music has been heard on play lists in Spain, Latin America, as well throughout the independent Radio outlets in the United States including NPR and Indie 103 FM. Since 2003, Santos de Los Angeles has been delivering a positive message and beautiful melodies thru beats that are injected with Cumbia, Reggaeton, Dancehall and Hip Hop
American Latino describe Santos' sound as mixing "English and Spanish lyrics, an approach that allows him to reach a more broad audience. His message of Amor y Paz is key to his music."
Player Saint Records
The album is scheduled to be released by the end of Summer by Santos' own Player Saint Records, independent label with distribution through iTunes and CD Baby.
Shortly after premiering on iTunes in 2008, Santos de Los Angeles was honored as the featured artist during Valentine's week. His single "The Sweetest Thing," which promotes a positive portrayal of women, was offered as a free download which exposed Santos' music to an international audience.
Santos de Los Angeles was a part of Santa's Hollywood Xmas Parade televised by KTLA Channel 5, and he provided the soundtrack for "VIVA LA RAZA" a film by Academy Award winning director Bill Brummel. "VIVA LA RAZA" which deals with the life of Cesar Chavez, was produced by the Southern Poverty Law Center will be distributed and viewed by millions of high school students as part of their curriculum. In a very significant way Santos de Los Angeles will be a part of history.
Saints & Goddesses, Social Club
Santos de Los Angeles is the spiritual leader of the Saints & Goddesses Social Club, a mutually beneficial fraternal and sororal organization based in Los Angeles California.
Since 2005, Santos de Los Angeles shifted away from the traditional rock and roll format, founding the Saints & Goddesses Social Club, as well as the Player Saint Orchestra. In the Saints & Goddesses Social Club (S&G), Santos gathered a collective of ambitious musicians, artists, dancers, pin-up models, and business-minded individuals rallying them around strong values and promoting a positive self-image through artistic expression.
Current membership is comprised of official members such as all employees of Player Saint Records as well as the Player Saint Orchestra, Bella Life Inc., Honey Marie Ent., Don Phil of Casa de Calacas("Game Award"), burlesque entertainer Ruby Champagne ("Honey Award"), pin-up model Lisa Love ("Honey Award"); art director Tony Dominguez & Arte Calidad ("Players Cup"); Associate members include reggae artist Splendid of the Netherlands, Latin group Manicato of San Francisco, Upground ("Players Cup" recipient), and countless other contributors.
Since it's foundation, the Saints & Goddesses Social Club has held numerous cultural festivals and events bringing together people in celebration. The Social Club has played an active role in promoting not only Santos de Los Angeles, but also the interests of it's members through events like the Player's Ball which has recognized accomplishments of various artists with the "Player's Cup." The Honey Festival, a spring event, awards a young lady every year with the "Honey Award," recognizing inner and outer beauty.
Saints & Goddesses Social Club has been integral in promoting Santos de Los Angeles in two US tours, as well as debuting Santos in a European tour.
Santos de Los Angeles has come along way since beginning his music career in 1998. Raised in the streets of Los Angeles, Santos’ songwriting is a reflection of the struggle that confronts so many young Latino youth who must face harsh urban realities. He has successfuly made his way from the barrio to UCLA. Against all odds, Santos de Los Angeles has moved forward as an artist, as a business man, and as a Player Saint.
Santos de Los Angeles is currently preparing to present a new album, as well as a new show...
Salud Amor y Paz
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Sounds Like
Sexy Latin Music: Cumbia, Reggaeton, Dancehall, Latin R&B
long time santos u know ur alwayz in my prayz u keep our soulz alive keep it up men look at what is happening...take care i'll never will 4 get u ...u have an amazing spirit... pure soul take care hun... n i give u my word i'll go to ur show soon... also if u do have an all ages show please please let me know i want 2 take my brother ok...
Hey Santos it was a pleasure seeing u and Honey again.... Hope 2 see u soon again.... Or 2 see u perform at a show I still haven't seen u live.... Take Care. Peace & Love.... Mari (or like u remembered Sister de Jorge) Lol.... Keep up with the musica.... I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!
my sweethearts, my friends, santos and honey! what a joy it was to get a visit from you today in uptown whittier. i've missed you so, it's always a real treat to spend time together i just love you two to pieces (or is it four?).
thank you so much for taking such good care of me among the chaos, i always feel so well taken care of in your presence.
the mirror... hahaaa! man i love you guys! thank you for that sweet gesture, you are gems for life.
i love you both many many many muchos!
forever a player goddess,
lisa love
p.s., i would like to get reyna her print! have not forgotten!
Thank you very much for the add Cutie! come hang out with us this saturday, we'll be looking for a female host for our upcomming TV show. SO come party with us this SATURDAY at CLUB FAME
LA JAM-maintenant le clip"ZAMBÉ" en ligne!!! LA JAM-"ZAMBÉ" video on line now!!! LA JAM-teaser nouvel album "Lévé"-sortie 16 nov.2009 LA JAM-teaser new album"Lévé"-available 16th of nov.2009
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Thanks so much!
Last night the goddesses helped me channel my feelings through dance, and it was amazing!! Intense in exponential numbers!
Always a great pleasure and privilege to share the stage with the Player Saints Orchestra.
Ruby Champage
Player Goddess
S&G Social Club
NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL A SHOW.....YOU AND THE LADIES PACKED THE HOUSE.....I WOULD HAVE TO SAY THAT WAS THE BEST TURN OUT I HAVE SEEN FOR A WEEKNIGHT SHOW... GODDESS BURLESQUE WAS A HUGE SUCCESS..... PROPS TO YOU AND ALL INVOLVED......