EXIT ART New York

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NY-10018 New York

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VIVA LA MÚSICA! explores the evolution of Latin music album cover art over the last 50 years. Taking inspiration from Pablo Yglesias’ recent book Cocinando! 50 Years of Latin Album Cover Art, this exhibition visually traces the history of Latin identity, culture and aesthetics through the display of over 400 albums. ¡Viva la Música! features sexy, colorful, innovative and creative Latin record covers from all the various genres of Latin music. Featuring covers by legendary performers such as Machito, Tito Puente, Mongo Santamaria, Celia Cruz, and Perez Prado. And pays tribute to the numerous graphic artists including: Chico Alvarez, Ely Besalel, Charlie Rosario, Izzy Sanabria, Manny Vega, Jorge Vargas, Walter Velez, and many others.

Curator: Pablo Yglesias

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¡VIVA LA MUSICA!
Kurator: Pablo Yglesias

mit Machito , Tito Puente, Mongo Santamaria, Celia Cruz, Perez Prado, Chico Alvarez, Ely Besalel, Charlie Rosario, Izzy Sanabria, Manny Vega, Jorge Vargas, Walter Velez ...