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The band was conceptualised by the rapper Alexander Delgado in the neighbourhood that he group up in, Alamar. An urban area of Havana, Alamar is recognised as the birthplace of Cuban hip-hop, so to honour that reputation, Delgado gathered a posse of rappers who hailed from the same neighbourhood to make some tracks together. The projected was christened Gente De Zona, or “People From The Neighbourhood”, but it took a while before the project grew into anything resembling a band. Originally, Delgado formed the group as a straight hip-hop duo with fellow rapper Michel Delgado (no relation) and the two of them would occasionally perform at house party’s and clubs together.
However, Michel left in 2005, and Delgado responded by recruiting another rapper in the form of Yosdany "Jacob Forever" Carmenates and a producer named Fernando "Nando Pro" Otero. With the addition of Carmenates and Otero, he also set about rethinking the musical style of the band. Ditching straight hip-hop in favour of Reggaeton infused with the traditional Cuban music of their childhood, the move paid off almost instantaneously. The band scored a big hit with their 2005 debut single “Pa' la Gente de Mi Zona”, and self-released their debut album in the same year. Ever since then they’ve become sensations in their native Cuba, with two further hit albums in the form of 2010’s “A Full” and 2012’s “Oro: Lo Nuevo y Lo Mejor” and even their own fragrance to boot.
Their momentum was so great that even the departure of Carmenates and Otero couldn’t stop them. With rapper Randy Malcolm and producer Frank Palacios, Gente De Zona finally broke America in 2014, featuring on Enrique Iglesia’s single “Bailando” which saw the group sitting pretty at number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100. They could become one of the biggest Reggaeton acts in the world in the very near future, and for that, they come highly recommended.
Críticas en vivo
Cuban reggaeton band Gente de Zona have rose to acclaim in the last few years following on from successful collaborations with international Latino royalty including Pitbull and Enrique Inglesias. The boys have always had a loyal following yet now they are playing bigger stages and appear to be taking the transition all within their stride.
The setup of two frontmen and a DJ works well as Frank Palacios keeps everything in time with accompanying instrumentalists whilst Alexander Delgado and Randy Malcom Martinez are free to run riot across the stage. They really pump up the audience and make sure everybody is ready to party whilst punctuating their set with upbeat, reggae inspired latino pop hits. The vibes are easy and the energy is fantastic so the whole crowd gets involved under the command of Randy and Alexander. They build great connection and run through a long set and the smattering of applause and cheers gifted at the finale are very much deserved.
sean-ward
Gente de Zona, is a concoction of two front man and one DJ, almost like a male version of Salt n Peppa. They have build up their reputation as a good live band, playing at clubs in Havanna like Casa de la Musica de Miramar, Makumba and Johnny Deam. They are one of the biggest acts in Cuba, and their fans will travel far and wide to see them perform their gigs.
They walk out on stage to huge applause this evening, a crowd of maybe 5000 strong, and launch with so much swagger, into their opening song, which is a great start to this party, in the form of “Soñé”, which has everyone in this audience shaking what they’ve got for the trio, who are joined on stage by some fantastic backing dancers. “Bailando” is a worthy mid song peak, that only elevates the atmosphere even higher and then they bring the party to a close with arguably their biggest hit to date, “Yo Quiero”.
Lannistaar
Trying to get into the venue was a disaster and ruined the night. Doors were to open at 7. That didn't happen. After waiting in the line for over 3 hrs we finally got in. The table #s were not clear the place was over packed. The main act went on at almost 1am. Had to leave early to avoid the crowds. Show itself was amazing but everything in between a total disaster. Won't do a show like this again. Will stick to regular venues
marta-cichocka
It was alright but Im disappointed.
We arrive before doors open, 2 hours line-up outside, when we finaly got inside, the show had already started and we missed almost all the first part. That was with VIP tickets...
A fews times the music was not coordonated well, they didnt come back after their last song. They had a nice presence and energy on stage tho.
marie-eve-grondin
It wae a very fun show, very nice interaction from gente de zona, but was a too short concert! Also the concert hall was too warm, maybe airco problems?!...but in general I am disappointed because was atoo short concert for the money we pay, even the after party DJ was very short. Its a shame
jose-duarte-3
Gran espectáculo de Gente de Zona. Falló el evento a nivel de comunicación, porque la mayor parte de la gente no sabía que después del concierto continuaba la fiesta. Por otro lado, la acústica de la Cubierta deja un poco que desear...
diegodc79
Excellent concert full of energy & excitement
Would highly recommend seeing them live
Gente de Zona delivered all their hits at the highest tempo
Loved every minute
Well behaved audience which moved as one to the dance tunes
tony-reid-3
Does anyone have good videos of their short concert at the Fountainbleau hotel June 20th? If so, could you please post them
I would really appreciate it. I could not tape and I lost some clips that I taped.
Thank you
mpamplona
After seeing them in Cartagena Colombia i was realy looking forward to see them again. Great show to watch! The guys had a great time on stage. Love to see them again in the near future!
lester-van-der-staal
