Huey Dunbar
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Huey Dunbar, born Eustace Abu Sad Dunbar Rodriguez on May 15, 1974, in New York City, United States, emerged as a pivotal figure in Latin music, blending salsa and pop latino genres with his distinct light tenor voice. Of Puerto Rican and Jamaican descent, Huey Dunbar initially caught the attention of music producer Sergio George and talent manager Adam Torres during a high school audition, marking the beginning of his musical journey. His vocal talent quickly impressed, leading to his role as the lead singer of Dark Latin Groove (DLG), a group that fused salsa with urban contemporary sounds. With DLG, he enjoyed hits such as "No Morirá" (1996) and "La quiero a morir" (1997), propelling the band to international acclaim.
After departing from DLG in 2000, Huey Dunbar embarked on a successful solo career, marked by the release of albums like Yo Si Me Enamoré in 2001, Music for My Peoples in 2003, and Huey Dunbar IV in 2010. His solo work has continued to showcase his versatility across genres, earning him recognition as "Best New Artist" by Billboard magazine and a Grammy nomination. Notable singles from his career include "Con Cada Beso" (2001) and "Te Amaré" (2010), demonstrating his ability to capture the essence of Latin music and its diverse influences.
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