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32-620: [REDACTED] Look up babalu in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. Babalu may refer to: " Babalú ", a 1939 song popularized by Desi Arnaz in the 1940s BaBalu , a 2001 Michael Bublé album Babalu , a village in West Azerbaijan Province, Iran Babalu , a village in Gilan, Iran The nickname for mixed martial artist Renato Sobral Babalu (comedian) (1942–1998), screen name of

64-471: A church ensemble rehearsal. Estefan, who had formed the band The Miami Latin Boys earlier that year, learned about Gloria through a mutual acquaintance. While The Miami Latin Boys were performing at a Cuban wedding at Hotel Dupont, Gloria and Merci (who were wedding guests) performed two Cuban standards impromptu. They impressed The Miami Latin Boys so much that they were invited to join the band permanently; thereby,

96-505: A strong presence in both the media and on the radio. The next major hurdle was conquered in early 1984 when a Dutch DJ began playing " Dr. Beat " in Amsterdam. Garcia's catchy lyrics, Gloria's sassy vocals, Wright's funky guitar, and Emilio's infectious conga drums took Europe by storm with the tune eventually reaching the top 10 in the UK and most of Continental Europe, finally causing record labels in

128-650: The "Miami Sound Machine" moniker was to be used from that point on for concerts and live performances only. In 1988, after the worldwide chart success of single " Anything for You ", her Let it Loose album was repackaged overseas as Anything for You. It became the band's first UK number 1 album, selling over a million copies. It was the biggest selling album of the year in The Netherlands, staying at number 1 for 16 weeks. The album also took top honors in Australia and Canada, launching Gloria Estefan to superstar status. By

160-511: The 1946 film short Desi Arnaz and His Orchestra . By the time Arnaz had adopted the song, it had become a Latin American music standard, associated mainly with Cuban singer Miguelito Valdés , who recorded one of its many versions with Xavier Cugat and his Waldorf-Astoria Orchestra. Arnaz made the song a rather popular cultural reference in the United States. Whenever Arnaz and his band played

192-464: The Adult Contemporary hits. Another world tour began and the group traveled for the first time to Europe, South America. and an even more extensive tour in the United States, culminating with a sold-out concert in their hometown of Miami , Florida, which was recorded and later sold on VHS. By 1988, founding member "Kiki" Garcia quit. With no other core members remaining other than Gloria herself,

224-520: The C.B.S. International label. The album was entitled Otra Vez and was recorded at Ochoa Studios in San Juan, Puerto Rico. This would be the last LP to feature the early signature sound of two female vocalists (Gloria and her cousin Merci) singing both in harmony and unison. By early 1982, Roger Fisher was added as a second keyboardist, as well as the virtuoso harmonica player Gustavo Lezcano. Merci and Raul left

256-515: The Filipino actor Pablito Sarmiento Jr. A character in the novel Daughter of Fortune by Isabel Allende See also [ edit ] Babalú Ayé , the spirit of illness and disease in Yoruba mythology Babaloo Mandel (born 1949), American writer Babilu , another name for Babylon Topics referred to by the same term [REDACTED] This disambiguation page lists articles associated with

288-772: The Miami Sound Machine lineage appeared in New York City's staging of the Broadway show On Your Feet! : Jorge Casas, Clay Ostwald, Teddy Mulet, Olbin Burgos, Edwin Bonilla, Tom Timko and David Fernandez. In 2002, an attempt was made to create a shoot-off "Miami Sound Machine" with a new eponymous album (produced by Emilio Estefan) and a completely different lineup consisting of Lorena Pinot, Sohanny Gross and Carla Ramirez. Without Gloria Estefan's signature vocals or any real connection to

320-461: The Miami mystique. In 1980, Miami Sound Machine added a more complete horn section primarily consisting of trumpeters Fernando Garcia and Victor "Papito" Lopez and trombonist Louis Perez. The permanent addition of a full horn section added a new dimension and would become a future Miami Sound Machine musical trademark. MSM using this lineup flew to San Juan, Puerto Rico in 1981 to record their second LP on

352-573: The US Market to take notice of the group's strong musical prowess. In late 1984, the group released their first Epic/Columbia album, Eyes of Innocence , which contained the Garcia-penned classic, previously released, single and dance hit " Dr. Beat " as well as the ballad " I Need Your Love ". Miami Sound Machine's follow-up album Primitive Love was released in 1985. While the horn section were featured on prominent cuts, guitarist Wesley B. Wright

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384-648: The Way " (written by Gloria Estefan) reaching No. 5 on the Hot 100 and No. 1 on the US Hot Adult Contemporary Tracks chart, establishing that the group could perform pop ballads as successfully as dance tunes. At the end of 1985, the stalwart horn section was now in flux, with session player Dana Teboe filling the trombone position in place of the original trombonist, Louis Perez. By early 1986, Victor "Papito" Lopez (visually known for his iconic jet black Cuban mustache)

416-457: The band in late 1982, just prior to the recording of the third CBS International LP Rio . The painfully shy Gloria was now the sole lead vocalist on stage and in the studio. As a result, she began to evolve both systematically and stylistically in her performances. Fisher filled Raul's piano duties. At the same time, Betty Cortés was brought in as replacement for Fisher's second keyboardist role and to sing background vocals live and occasionally in

448-660: The band whereas their follow-up album Let It Loose in 1987 placed Gloria Estefan at the forefront. From 1988 to 1989, the latter album was also repackaged as Anything For You with new cover art with the international release in Europe, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand. In 1989, the group's name ceased being included on the CD or album products—as Estefan continued as a solo artist. In 1975, Gloria and her cousin Mercedes "Merci" Navarro (1957–2007) met Emilio Estefan Jr. while performing at

480-518: The band's name was changed to The Miami Sound Machine. Gloria, who was attending the University of Miami at the time, only agreed to perform during the weekends so that her studies would not be interrupted. In 1977, Miami Sound Machine began recording and releasing various albums and 45s on Audiofon Records in Miami, Florida. The group's primary lineup consisted of six Cuban-born Americans: In 1977, Miami Sound Machine's first album Live Again/Renacer

512-403: The end of 1979, the band was signed to Discos CBS International. Miami Sound Machine then released several albums, 45s, and twelve-inch singles beginning with the 1980 self-titled Miami Sound Machine . The combination of traditional Latin rhythms and American R&B grooves combined with the songwriting of Gloria Estefan, "Kiki" Garcia, and Wesley B. Wright) set a crossover musical standard for

544-530: The end of 1988, none of the originating members Miami Sound Machine were performing with Estefan. A new rhythm section was put in place, and the horn section was expanded. Although there have been changes in personnel, three members (Jorge Casas, Clay Ostwald and Teddy Mulet) have performed with Estefan since 1986. The current rhythm section has been in place since 1992 (with the subsequent addition of drummer Olbin Burgos and percussionist Edwin Bonilla). Seven members of

576-596: The lead singer's mass appeal. In late 1987, Miami Sound Machine released Let It Loose , and it went multi-platinum, with three million copies sold in the US alone. It featured the hits " Anything for You " reaching number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, " 1-2-3 " making it to No. 3, " Betcha Say That " to number 36, " Rhythm Is Gonna Get You " to No. 5, and " Can't Stay Away from You " to No. 6. "Can't Stay Away from You", "Anything for You" and "1-2-3" were also top charting singles on

608-422: The next two decades to come. During the 1980s, with the popularity of Miami-based films and television series such as Scarface , Invasion U.S.A. , and Miami Vice , the city was gaining a reputation as an exciting and notorious destination. South Beach and the remainder of Dade County was also attracting attention. NFL Miami Dolphins quarterback Dan Marino was breaking football records and adding to

640-417: The role of producer and no longer performed live. Miami Sound Machine returned to the studio in early 1987, and bassist Jorgé "George" Casas on bass, keyboardist Clay Ostwald, and guitarist John DeFaria joined the remaining members. With "Kiki" Garcia being the remaining core member, Gloria Estefan was given top billing and the band's name was changed to Gloria Estefan and Miami Sound Machine to capitalize on

672-411: The song live, he would finish it with an extended conga solo and chorus-refrain section, mimicking Cuban comparsas (a popular genre usually associated with the city of Santiago de Cuba ). This section has been quoted by other Cuban artists, most notably by Miami Sound Machine in their live presentations. Yma Sumac sang it in 1952 in her second single Wimoweh / Babalú with Capitol Records . It

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704-489: The song's lyrics, originally written in Spanish creole , the singer wonders aloud what to do with a statue of Babalú Ayé, now that a Santería rite had been invoked by others. He suggests that seventeen candles be lit up, in the shape of a cross , and that a cigar and aguardiente be brought to him, as to pay homage to the deity. He then requests good luck, love from his beloved woman, and safety and protection to both. The song

736-541: The studio. During the same time period, Elena Stracuzzi was brought in to sing background vocals for live performances. In 1983, Leo Villar was added as second trumpeter to replace Fernando Garcia who had left the prior year. Miami Sound Machine was now a large ensemble. Despite an eclectic lineup, Miami Sound Machine was focused primarily on the founding members: By the early 1980s, Miami Sound Machine had established themselves as major musical artists in Latin America with

768-484: The title Babalu . If an internal link led you here, you may wish to change the link to point directly to the intended article. Retrieved from " https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Babalu&oldid=1167673800 " Categories : Disambiguation pages Human name disambiguation pages Hidden categories: Short description is different from Wikidata All article disambiguation pages All disambiguation pages Babal%C3%BA In

800-621: Was also released that year and was part of the soundtrack for the film Top Gun . The song "Suavé" was also recorded as part of the soundtrack for the Sylvester Stallone film Cobra . Miami Sound Machine also made a cameo appearance in the ABC Sunday Night Movie Club Med . After a massive world tour that ran from 1985 to 1986, the following members left the group: guitarist Wesley B. Wright; founding bassist Juan Marcos Avila; and keyboardist Roger Fisher. Emilio assumed

832-468: Was an American Latin pop band of Latin-influenced music that featured the vocals of Cuban-born recording artist Gloria Estefan (née Fajardo). Established in 1975 by Emilio Estefan , the band was originally known as the Miami Latin Boys before becoming the Miami Sound Machine in 1977. The band released 13 albums and a string of hit singles until 1989. The band's 1985 album Primitive Love credited

864-419: Was an introduction for Sumac into traditional pop music . Johnny Mathis recorded the song twice. It was included on his album Johnny Mathis (1956) and his album Olé (1964). Billy Eckstine recorded the song on his album Billy's Best! ( Mercury , 1958, with Billy May's Orchestra). In Hanna-Barbera 's " Quick Draw McGraw ", the title character's Mexican burro sidekick, who was based on Desi Arnaz,

896-412: Was first published in the United States in 1939 by Peer International. The first publication with an English translation (by Sydney King Russell) was in 1941. "Babalú" was the signature song of the fictional television character Ricky Ricardo , played by Desi Arnaz in the television comedy series I Love Lucy , though it was already an established musical number for Arnaz in the 1940s as evidenced in

928-464: Was named Baba Looey in a nod to the song. The song is performed by Maria Andipa in the 1962 "Death's Dispatch" episode of The Avengers . A Ska rendition was recorded and performed by Ska Cubano a Mambo-Ska band from Britain made up of musicians and singers from many diverse countries. In the early fifties, the song was recorded by Brazilian singer Angela Maria , and it became her biggest hit. Miami Sound Machine Miami Sound Machine

960-544: Was released with two different covers. The group had several more releases on the Audiofon label, the RCA Victor label, and subsequently Miami Sound Machine's own label Miami Sound Machine Records. In 1978, Gloria married Emilio Estefan Jr. after two years of dating. In 1979, Miami Sound Machine added American guitarist and native Miamian, Wesley B. Wright, and Cuban-born Fernando Garcia on trumpet (unrelated to "Kiki" Garcia). By

992-504: Was subsequently replaced by Randy Barlow. By the end of 1986, Teddy Mulet became the band's official trombonist. In 1985, Miami Sound Machine appeared on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, Solid Gold , American Bandstand , CBS Morning News , Walt Disney specials, and frequent spots on MTV . The band twice performed on the television presentation of the Miss Universe Pageant (1984; 1986). The song "Hot Summer Nights"

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1024-513: Was the only member of the core rhythm section to actually record on the LP. On all of the previous LPs, the band members almost exclusively recorded the original studio tracks. In 1985, there would be personnel changes: The successful LP launched three top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 : the Garcia-penned " Conga " reached No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100; " Bad Boy " reached No. 8 and " Words Get in

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