GuacaMusic: Cucu Diamantes

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There are diamonds and then there are diamantes!

I am not talking about jewelry, but rather about singer-songwriter CuCu Diamantes, a true Cuban gem with a voice as stunning as a precious stone and an attitude that conquers it all.

If you are into gorgeous voices, you will immediately fall in love with CuCu Diamantes. Her interesting cultural heritage (she has Spanish, African, Chinese and French backgrounds), eclectic personality and invigorating songs make her a true diva in the world of Latin music.

After eight years of being the lead vocalist of the Latin-fusion band Yerba Buena, which she founded with producer and guitarist Andrés Levin, CuCu released her first solo album CuCuLand in March of 2009. She obtained rave revues from this debut, and a much deserved nomination for the Latin Grammys.

At her relatively short career, CuCu is already an internationally recognized persona. As part of Yerba Buena, she performed with Ray Charles, Juanes and Celia Cruz. In advance of the debut of CuCuLand, she collaborated with various artists such as Fatboy Slim, Fun Lovin’ Criminals, Orishas, Beto Cuevas and others on original recordings.

We can’t think of any reasons NOT to play CuCu’s songs on OurStage and enjoy a few minutes of marvelous, inspiring music. We really can’t decide which of her songs we like the best. “Más Fuerte“ is sexy, passionate and a bit gloomy, while “Alguien“ is catchy and incredibly adventurous. “Guajira“ is one of the songs she performed with the band Yerba Buena.

Cucu’s OurStage profile describes her music as an intoxicating mix of NYC downtown funk and old school Cuban glamour.” We think her music is about much more than that. Enjoy this playlist and see for yourself why CuCu is a true diamante.

¡Provecho!