Latin Music Beat

Juanes has been called the Bono of Latin America, and now the Colombian  rocker has paired up with Bono for a peaceful protest in Japan.  The pair flew out to Yokohama, Japan, where the upcoming G8 summit is to be held in order to make a stand against poverty.

Both Juanes and Bono have been recognized and dedicated to humanitarian work.  Juanes set up the Mi Sangre Foundation to aid landmine victims in Colombia, and when tempers flared up this year between Latin American leaders Juanes arranged for a peaceful concert, Paz Sin Fronteras.

I love and totally support musicians who use their celebrity for good, and if you have ever been to a Juanes concert you know his concern is genuine.

The Los Angeles based band, Monte Negro, goes out on tour this week.  Stops for the rock band include a concert in Wisconsin and then further north into Canada for the BC Pemberton Festival. 

I only hope at some point they decide to play in Chicago–Viva! Chicago Latin Festival anyone?   Till then Give me Love will remain on my playlist. 

To check out the band’s shows till then visit their webpage at www.http://www.montenegrorocks.com/