Wednesday, March 31, 2010

"Crazy" (YouTube Video)

Julio performs "Crazy" on NBC in 1994.

(Source: YouTube)

Friday, March 26, 2010

Julio in Elizabeth, NJ



Julio Iglesias
Saturday, July 17th
The Ritz Theatre
Elizabeth, NJ


http://www.ritztheatre.net/concerts.html






Wednesday, March 24, 2010

HOLA! Magaizine


Julio and Family are pictured on the latest edition of HOLA! magazine.


Monday, March 22, 2010

"Everytime We Fall In Love" Presidental Inaugural Ball

Julio perfoms "Everytime I Fall In Love" at the Presidental Inaugural Ball for George H. W. Bush in 1989.

(Source: YouTube)

Sunday, March 21, 2010

It's all about love


It’s all about love


Julio Iglesias continues to captivate his fans with his romantic ballads 40 years on


by S. Indra Sathiabalan



I am very grateful to all the people around the world who havecome to see me perform and bought my albums. Without them,these 42 years would have not been possible." – Julio IglesiasWHEN he sings, Julio Iglesias gives it his all – closing his eyes and crooning as though the words are coming from his very soul.



Iglesias, 66, is one of the world’s most popular recording artistes, having sold more than 300 million albums in 14 languages. For over four decades, he has captivated audiences with his beautiful love songs whether sung in Spanish, English or Portuguese.
The veteran singer will be making a stop in Kuala Lumpur on his 2010 world tour. In an email interview, Iglesias seems just as happy to come perform here as we are to have him.
Asked what is his secret for enduring as an artiste for so long, he replies: "Being in love with music, hard work, discipline and a good communication with the audience."
He is also humbled by the fact that he is one of the top 10 best-selling artistes of all time. "It’s an honour and a big responsibility at the same time. I am very grateful to all the people around the world who have come to see me perform and bought my albums. Without them, these 42 years would have not been possible."



Even his many Spanish songs have managed to captivate millions who don’t understand the language. "I have the chance to perform many of my songs in Spanish, a language spoken by more than 400 million people in the world, and I also sing in many other languages, including Asian ones.
"I think it is important to reach the audience by means of their mother tongue, but understanding the lyrics of a song is not compulsory to reach people’s hearts. Music is a universal language itself."
How different would this coming concert be from his previous performances here?
"Yes, I’ve performed in Malaysia several times. The last time was in 2003. I have beautiful memories related to your country and am looking forward to coming back.



"The show in Kuala Lumpur on April 1 will be focused on the most important songs of my career – those which gave me the joy to see three generations together. There is no greater recompense for an artiste."



Many of those hit songs such as To All the Girls I’ve Loved Before, My Love, El Amor, Manuela and Soy are still enjoyed today.



"Because they talk about those little details which make the difference in life and about the engine of the universe, love, in a simple and direct way," Iglesias explains about the songs’ popularity.
When asked if he is as romantic as his music, he says: "Well, I would tend to say yes, but you should better ask my wife, Miranda."



Iglesias declares he doesn’t do anything special to keep his voice in good shape. "Just lots of rehearsals and many hours of recording, in the studio. That is the best recipe."
Asked who he listens to and admires the most, he says: "I enjoy very much listening to great voices who are part of the history of music, like [Frank] Sinatra and Elvis [Presley], but also to the young generation, like my son, Enrique. It is great to see new talents rising because it means evolution and diversity."



His older sons, Julio Jr and Enrique (with former wife Isabel Preysler), have followed in his footsteps as singers. He also have four young children (two sons and twin girls) with current wife and former Dutch model Miranda Rijnsburger and an older daughter with Preysler.
"My kids love music. Michael and Rodrigo even set up a band, with their cousins on Christmas and invited me to perform for them. I don’t know if they will follow in my footsteps; it will be their decision, when the moment comes."



Iglesias had once said that he enjoys doing the tango and even came out with an album of sensual love songs called Tango (1996).



"The tango is a constant feature in my life. I adore it and it is always a part of my shows. Tango is synonym to love and passion, so it represents a universal language.
"I am sure the Malaysian audience will enjoy the tangos we’ll perform and which will be illustrated by a pair of Argentinean dancers."



To his fans in Malaysia, he says: "I send them a huge hug and I can’t wait to see them again in Kuala Lumpur on April 1. I am sure we’ll have a great evening together. A big, big kiss, Malaysia! See you soon."



Julio Iglesias’ concert will start at the Plenary Hall, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, at 7.30pm. For ticket prices, log on to

www.axcess.com.my .


(Source:http://www.thesundaily.com/article.cfm?id=44435)

Ticket Information For Phoenix

Latin music icon Julio Iglesias will bring his romantic ballads and other hits to the Valley on June 18.

Iglesias, who has sold 300 million albums worldwide, will perform at the Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino in Chandler.

Tickets, priced at $60 to $125, are on sale at the casino, at wingilariver.com and at 877-840-0457.

Saturday, March 20, 2010

"Can't Help Falling In Love" (In Portuguese) Live 1991

A rare performance of "so voce vai me fazer feliz" in Portuguese from Julio's stop in Sao Paulo, Brazil in 1991.

(Source: YouTube)

Julio in the Philippines


Julio sings tonight for Ondoy victims

FUNFARE By Ricardo F. Lo (The Philippine Star) Updated March 20, 2010 12:00 AM


Barely seven hours after he arrived on his private plane from Miami
where he keeps one of his many homes, Julio Iglesias reiterated why Filipinos have a special spot in his heart when he faced the media early evening last Thursday at the Visayas Room of the Sofitel where he and company are billeted.

“I love the Philippines for special reasons. First, I have three kids (one daughter and two sons, Julio Jr. and Enrique) who are half-Filipino (with ex-wife Isabel Presyler). Second, anywhere in the world I have a concert
, I hear the voice of Filipinos saying to me ‘Iniibig kita.’ And third, I’ve learned to love the country and its people.”

And the food.


“I arrived at 10:30 this morning and since 11 o’clock I’ve been eating pansit. I love adobo, lumpia and other Filipino food.”


Last here for a concert at the Manila Hotel
in the early ‘90s, Julio is back to perform gratis et amore at a charity concert titled Heart of Gold tonight at the Araneta Coliseum, proceeds from which will be spent on the construction of 200 houses for victims of Typhoon Ondoy in Tanay, Rizal, one of the hardest-hit areas, in cooperation with Gawad Kalinga, the provincial government of Rizal led by Gov. Junjun Ynares and his good friend Jorge (whom Julio calls Jor-ge) Araneta who was seated beside Julio at the presscon. Jorge is waiving the rental for the Big Dome and donating it to the same cause. Guest performer Sharon Cuneta will do two songs with Julio, All of You and When You Tell Me That You Love Me.

He said that his heart bled when Jorge showed him photos of the devastation wrought by Ondoy six months ago.


“There’s so much suffering in this country,” he added. “The typhoon destroyed so many homes and the lives of so many people.”


Julio recalled that when a killer earthquake struck Haiti
, he personally visited the country with a medical team.

“I saw with my own eyes a country almost totally destroyed. Just like what happened in Chile
(which was also hit by a strong earthquake). Sad story. The world is full of disasters. Artists like me who have the means should help the victims. We should compromise ourselves to help those in need,” added Julio who was, in 1989, was named UNICEF Special Ambassador for the Performing Arts.
It’s Julio’s fifth time to perform in the
Philippines.

“The first time,” he joked, “I was only 10 years old,” drawing laughter from the media. Seriously now, “It was in 1971, 29 years ago. I had just married Isabel and we had a little baby with us.”
He’s now married to a model with whom he has five children.


On a lighter note, when asked what his idea of romance is and if he has a special way of showing his being romantic, Julio said, “There are millions and trillions of ways of expressing romance. No,” he joked again, “I don’t have any special technique,” adding, “Women are superior to men because they have nine months to give life to children and those nine months are the greatest experience of women.”


In tonight’s Big Dome concert, Julio will sing his heart out for the Ondoy victims. He will dedicate a Filipino song to the audience, the immortal Dahil Sa’yo.


Saturday, March 13, 2010

The Magic Of Julio Iglesias


from julioiglesias.com

The magic of Julio Iglesias
2/13/2010 Iglesias, a Don Juan in the traditional sense, gives and receives willingly. He sings for nearly two hours in Buenos Aires, before a stadium that sings along - but does not shout - his songs


THE ARTIST CAPTIVATES WITH HIS CLASSIC SONGS AND HIS INALTERABLE CHARISMA
The night mimics the demeanor of its star. Serene, warm, seductive, is this Latin singer par excellence in this tour celebrating his four decades onstage.

The excellent band signals the entrance of the star, and the large audience greets Julio Iglesias with passion but without euphoria. That is the way this memorable evening will continue: natural, simple and straight to the heart.


Iglesias, a Don Juan in the traditional sense, gives and receives willingly. He sings for nearly two hours in Buenos Aires, before a stadium that sings along – but does not shout – his songs. He starts with "Nathalie," one of his classics, and then swings into "La gota fría." A few people start dancing, imitating the sinuous dance of one of the backup singers. The rest enjoy it in silence, with the same pleasure that the Spaniard has said he felt arriving at this sole presentation in Buenos Aires.


THE CLASSICS
Iglesias speaks infrequently. He says that "Argentina is a beautiful land with a privileged people" and that "everyone here is beautiful".


Immediately he evokes the memory of the dancer Osvaldo Zotto, recently deceased, who accompanied him for years in tours throughout the world. To him he dedicates the tango "A media luz" in a quiet version, almost bashful, so emotional that it cannot be critiqued.


The rest of the program consists of the greatest hits of his career, which have led him to sell nearly three hundred million records. He continues with "Échame a mi la culpa," "De niña a mujer," "Manuela," "El amor," "Hey," "La carretera." Restless, his right hand draws figures in the air, stops at his stomach, caresses it. He intersperses songs in English ("Crazy," "Always On My Mind,") in French, in Italian. In the Galician language he also sings a song honoring his ancestors: "Un canto a Galicia".


A brief account of his recent trip to Hailti leaves the audience – and himself – raw. He recovers with "La cumparsita," danced proudly by our compatriots Soledad Fernández and Hernán Gelosi.
Time seems to stop when Iglesias heralds the farewell with "Soy un truhán, soy un señor." Then yes, the people shout their love unconditionally. The Spaniard smiles, raises his hands clasped as if in prayer, and leaves with "Me va, me va." The magic is still intact.


By: Diario La Prensa, Argentina Daniel Sousa


(Source: julioiglesias.com)

Thursday, March 11, 2010

Hawaii Date Changes

According to ticketmaster.com and julioiglesias.com the Hawaii shows planned for March are now moved back to April.
Tuesday, April 20- Honolulu
Friday, April 23- Maui

Enduring Iglesias magic


Enduring Iglesias magic
2010/03/11
HIZREEN KAMAL


The evergreen Julio Iglesias has charmed fans globally for decades. HIZREEN KAMAL expects another delightful performance at his April 1 concert here
SOME artistes are able to make women (and even men) misty-eyed with their performance.
Spanish crooner Julio Iglesias does it with his ballads.

The 66-year-old Grammy winner has sold more than 300 million albums (in 14 languages), released 79 albums and has received more than 2,600 Platinum and Gold records in his 40-year career.

He is the only artiste to achieve this, an achievement recognised by Billboard Magazine, calling it “outstanding”.

The only foreign artiste in China’s history to receive the prestigious Golden Record Award, Iglesias has worked with the industry’s top stars such as Frank Sinatra, Simon and Garfunkel, Dolly Parton, Diana Ross, Plácido Domingo, Willie Nelson, Sting, Paul Anka and Stevie Wonder.

After more than four decades in the music scene, one would think that this sexy crooner is now ready to take his final bow.

Iglesias is excited to return to KL
On the contrary, Iglesias, who has also recorded albums in German, English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Tagalog and Japanese, is actively delighting audiences all over the world.

This year, he embarks on an extensive world tour which will take him from Australia, South Asia, China and Japan to Latin America and Europe.

He will be on tour until the end of the year.
He kicks off his tour of this region with a concert in Manila on March 20, followed by three performances in Australia — Sydney, Hunter Valley and Melbourne — between March 26 and 29.

His next stop is Kuala Lumpur on April 1 followed by Tokyo, Osaka and Nagoya between April 5 and 12.

Iglesias will wrap up his tour of Asia with a concert in Seoul on April 17.

“The tour provides me the opportunity to perform again in Malaysia, the Philippines, Korea and Japan,” he said in an e-mail interview with Life & Times recently.

Billed “2010 Starry Night World Tour”, it is a continuation of his 2008-2009 tour.

To embark on a world tour, it is imperative that an artiste be in good shape.

“I am 66, but I feel like 30.

Touring is not tiring at all.

In fact, it gives me more energy and keeps me alive.”
Although he has performed several times in Malaysia — in 1990, 1994, 1997 and 2003 — Iglesias is, nevertheless, excited to return to KL.

The 90-minute concert will cover some of his greatest hits including To All The Girls I’ve Loved Before, All Of You and Crazy.

He will be backed by seven musicians and accompanied by five dancers, including a tango pair.

“2010 Starry Night World Tour” in Kuala Lumpur is brought by PR Worldwide Sdn Bhd and will take place at the Plenary Hall of the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre.

Showtime begins at 8.30pm.
“I prefer to focus on the quality of music and the atmosphere rather than on special effects,” he said, when asked whether there would be any special technology or stage sets for the concert.

While he does have some surprises in store, he prefers to keep mum about them until the day of the concert.

The father of eight will be accompanied by his family, including his five young children.

You will be surprised to learn that the experienced Iglesias still has butterflies in his stomach every time he goes on stage.
“I am always nervous but that is good for me.

What goes through my mind when I stand before a packed house is to perform my best as an artiste and make sure that my audience goes home happy,” he said.
Iglesias also insisted that there are still many things that he had yet to accomplish.
“When you stop dreaming and wanting, you stop living.

I want to see my kids grow up to become independent.

I also want to enjoy every moment with my family, and to continue touring the world, as long as my fans want me to and life allows it.”
When asked for the “secret” of his good looks, Iglesias revealed that he swims and exercises a lot.

He also sticks to a balanced and healthy diet.
He also revealed that he will be working on a “few new records” while on tour.

Tickets for the show are available now, and can be purchased by calling 03-7711-5000, at any Axcess outlets or online at www.prworldwidelive.com .

For details, call PR Worldwide on 03-7493-3010.


(Source: http://www.nst.com.my/Current_News/NST/articles/20100311193815/Article/index_html)


Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Tuesday, March 9, 2010

"Careless Whisper"

(Source: YouTube)

Saturday, March 6, 2010

Let It Be Me - Duet (YouTube)

Julio performs "Let It Be Me" as a duet during a 1995 stop in Spain.

(Source: YouTube)

NEW TOUR DATES

from julioiglesias.com

June 2010

2- Rama, Ontario
3- Rama, Ontario

6- Poughkeepsie, NY

18- Chandler, AZ

19- Anaheim, CA

25- San Diego, CA

26- Palm Springs, CA

Julio in Maui

Legendary singer and heartthrob Julio Iglesias is making a much-anticipated stop in Hawai‘i as part of his Starry Night World Tour. Julio will serenade Maui audiences in Castle Theater at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center (MACC) on Tuesday, March 16.

This is a tour without borders, one that sees Julio performing in concerts on all five continents. The name “Julio Iglesias” draws thousands of fans around the globe, who are ready to enjoy his engaging personality and intimate, romantic songs.

Iglesias’ new world tour was named “Starry Night” after his third English album, which earned record-breaking sales in more than 50 countries.
I

n the 42 years of his unstoppable career, Iglesias has garnered 2,600 platinum and gold records, performed more than 5,000 concerts in 600 cities around the world, and more than 60 million people have seen him perform live. Las Provinicias Daily in Spain said, “Julio Iglesias… is at the peak of his international career, the most honored of all living singers on Earth.”

Julio has sold more albums that any other Spanish-speaking artist in history. He has stolen the hearts of millions around the world with hits such as Hey!, Manuela, Me Olvidé de Vivir, Abrázame, Un Canto a Galicia, To All the Girls I’ve Loved Before, and Crazy.

Enjoy a night to remember with Julio Iglesias at the MACC.

Tickets are $65, $80, $95 and $125. To order, call the MACC Box Office at 242-SHOW (7469) or go online to MauiArts.org.

(Source: http://www.mauiweekly.com/page/content.detail/id/501122/Julio-Iglesias.html?nav=39)

Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Julio in Panama (2010)

"La Gota Fria" and "Ae Ao" in Panama City, Panama- 2010

(Source: YouTube)