2024 D-Mint Celia Cruz American Women Quarter PRE-SALE LATE SUMMER

Description: 2024 D Celia Cruz American Women Quarter D PRE-SALE AUGUST 19th. ***PRE-SALE*** Release Date is Estimated August 19th, 2024 Please remember that this listing is a PRE-SALE Listing which means that the shipping date will be longer than 30 days due to the release Date from the Mint as of Aug, 19th 2024 Celia CruzCruz in 1957 Celia Cruz originated from Cuba where she began her singing career and became one of the most popular Latin artists of the 20th Century. In 1950 Cruz rose to fame as a singer of guarachas which earned her the nickname "LA Guaracha da Cuba". Due to her contributions to Latin music she became internationally known as the "Queen of Salsa", selling over 10 million copies made her one of the best selling Latin music artists. Beginning her career in her home country of Cuba, she earned her recognition as a vocalist of the popular musical group Sonora Matancera, a musical association that lasted 15 years (1950–1965). Cruz mastered a wide variety of music styles that included Afro-Cuban Music that included Guaracha, rumba afro, son and bolero, recording numerous singles in these styles for Seeco Records. In 1960, after the Cuban Revolution caused nationalization of the music industry, Cruz left her native country, becoming one of the symbols and spokespersons of the Cuban community in exile. Cruz continued her career, first in Mexico, and then in the United States, the country that she took as her definitive residence. In the 1960s, she collaborated with Tito Puente, recording her signature tune "Bemba Colorá". In the 1970s, she signed for Fania Records and became strongly associated with the salsa genre, releasing hits such as "Quimbara". She often appeared live with Fania All-Stars and collaborated with Johnny Pacheco and Willie Colon. During the end of her career, Cruz continued to release successful songs such as " La vida es un carnaval" and "La negra tiene tumbao" Her musical legacy is made up of a total of 37 studio albums, as well as numerous live albums and collaborations. Throughout her career, she was awarded numerous prizes and distinctions, including two Grammy Awards and three Latin Grammy Awards. In addition to her prolific career in music, Cruz also made several appearances as an actress in movies and telenovelas. Her catchphrase "¡Azúcar!" ("Sugar!") has become one of the most recognizable symbols of salsa music. Thank you for viewing this listing, If you have any questions please feel to ask. Ships with USPS Free Shipping.

Price: 1.99 USD

Location: Lincolnton, North Carolina

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