The Dominican merengue player Kinito Méndez will celebrate his 35-year career with a presentation at the Lehman Center in New York Cityon February 22, his office reported today in a statement.
Méndez, popularly known only as Kinito or ‘El Hombre Merengue’ is synonymous with authenticity and joy in music. He has built a career marked by perseverance and unmatched talent that has positioned him as an iconic figure of merengue, the information added.
From his time as co-founder of the legendary band Cocoband with Pochy Familia, from which unforgettable songs emerged such as ‘La manito’ and ‘Mujer malvada’, to his time in Rokabanda with hits such as ‘El bacano’ and ‘Los hombres matures’. ‘, Méndez has left an indelible mark on the genre.
The concert will be a tribute to decades of rhythms and melodies that have made generations dance.
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Accompanied by a select group of guest artists such as Rikarena, Pochy Familia, Jandy Ventura and Magic Juan, among other surprises that will join the event, Méndez aims to turn the Lehman Center room into an explosive dance floor adorned with the colors and the energy of the carnival.
For merengue lovers, this occasion is an unmissable event. It will be an opportunity to relive moments of glory and enjoy a staging that will reflect the passion and dedication that have characterized Méndez since he launched his solo career in 1995 with his debut album ‘El Hombre Merengue’, which surpassed one million and a half of albums sold, Ménddz’s office said.
The Lehman Center hall, known for hosting large cultural events, will be transformed into an authentic carnival space. Additionally, this special concert will be recorded live, capturing the essence of a night where music, history and passion will intertwine in a grand celebration.
