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Salsa Artist Profile : Johnny Vazquez
Johnny Vazquez of Mexican decent is without a doubt one of the most sought after dancers in the Salsa industry. Johnny along with his Imperio Azteca, took the world by storm when he began his career over 13 years ago in Los Angeles. Considered one of the worlds best instructor and performer, he has been contracted to teach and perform at over 70 International events, world wide, including Asia, Europe and the Americas.
Famous for being the creator of the LA style salsa along with his famous brothers, Francisco and Luis Vazquez, he is a pioneer of the Salsa industry and was crowned the “Prince of Salsa” by none other than the King of Salsa himself, Mr Eddie Torres.
Johnny is known for his precise, clean and super fast style, his unforgettable performances and choreographs, not forgetting his overwhelming charisma, contagious party spirit and super humble personality, that has led him to win three consecutive World Salsa Championship titles, which has yet to be repeated by any other dancer in history.
Johnny Vazquez, is also the director of the world famous Johnny Vazquez Dance Company, which is dedicated in training professional dancers for competition and world performances.
Johnny has also began his career as a talented singer. Baila Rumbero is Johnny Vazquez first album, recorded and produced by Euro Zeta Italy’s largest record company. This compilation of Salsa, bachata, and pop, was composed and written by Johnny Vazquez himself. His 2nd album named Escandalo consists of 11 explosive tracks, each one displaying Johnny’s talented and powerful voice. This album is sure to please all Lover of Latin Music, with a blend of hard and romantic salsas , bachata, salsaton and a bonus pop track featuring Liliana Vazquez.
Johnny Vazquez will be making his first appearance in the Malaysian salsa scene in the upcoming salsa event of the year, Salsa Cruise Asia 2009.
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