Friday, Oct 7 - What's Rodger Listening To?

What's Rodger Listening to....A sneak peak on my mp3 play list.

Most of you know that I grew up in SoCal heavily influenced by the Hispanic culture. Most of the Latin music I listen to does not appeal to a mainstream American audience. But now and then there's an artist who should be heard by the American listening public.

So I think that of you might find Juanes someone worth learning about. You probably haven't heard of him---he does not normally sing in English. And thus, unlike Ricky Martin and other Latin cross-over artists, does not get airtime on the major US news/entertainment shows. But across the globe, Juanes is a major star.


Born in Colombia, he is a "balladeer" singer. He is best known for his solo guitar playing and cleaver lyrics. His latest album, "Mi Sangre" with its hit song "La Camisa Negra" is a world-wide success. This song, of all things, was banned in the Dominican Republic. Apparently, they didn't find his lyrics clever enough.

Jon know most of his songs down pat. A few of his friend at school are amazed that he knows Juanes since they listen to him too.

Juanes Website

Amazon.com's Mi Sangre page (with song samples)