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Post by SHOOTER on Jun 22, 2007 19:25:01 GMT -5
Horrible debut.
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Post by marcjm on Jun 25, 2007 13:51:25 GMT -5
It seems like that Latin explosing with Lou Bega, Marc Anthony, Ricky Martin, Jennifer Lopez, Enrique Iglesias and some others have somewhat fizzled in the mainstream market. I do think, however, they need to hold on because in a few years, it'll be resurrected and we'll be seeing some stronger sales numbers from them.
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Post by cbmc99 on Jun 25, 2007 13:56:26 GMT -5
Wow these sales are dismal to say the least! Poor guy...
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Post by roentgenizdat on Jun 28, 2007 6:38:37 GMT -5
07/07: 17 33 IGLESIAS*ENRIQUE INSOMNIAC 23,216 44,514 67,906
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Post by Paulie on Jun 28, 2007 6:59:52 GMT -5
Shakira has been strong ever since she went to the English speaking market!!!
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Post by reception on Jun 30, 2007 7:05:03 GMT -5
Jun 29, 3:18 PM EDT Iglesias Back on the Scene With New Disc
By ERIN CARLSON Associated Press Writer
NEW YORK (AP) -- Where has Enrique Iglesias been hiding these last few years?
The Latin heartthrob, who saw his star rise earlier this decade with the crossover success of such songs as "Hero" and "Escape," all but disappeared from the spotlight except for tabloid speculation about his romantic relationship with tennis pinup Anna Kournikova.
Iglesias, 32, has a decent excuse for his self-imposed hiatus. After a string of back-to-back records, the singer devoted three years to work on his latest disc, "Insomniac," released this month. It has 15 songs featuring typical Iglesias come-ons ("On Top of You") and lovelorn laments ("Wish I Was Your Lover"). But he also takes a musical detour by adding rock and hip-hop sensibilities.
He samples a reggaeton beat and pingpong ball sound effects for good measure.
In a recent telephone conversation with The Associated Press, Iglesias spoke about his career, the importance of Latin-flavored music and his aversion to marriage.
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AP: You tried some new things on "Insomniac."
Iglesias: It's not that I wanted to make a musical change. It's not that I wanted to make a more profound album. I just wanted to write songs and pick the best ones. It's as simple as that.
AP: Do you hope to recreate a "Hero"-like sensation?
Iglesias: It's not that I hope to recreate anything. ... Not that I'm that old but I'm not that young, either. I don't wanna bore myself in my career. I do not wanna bore myself. I want to do things that I feel enthusiastic about. At this point in my career, I'm not ready to go out there and kill myself like I'm killing myself now for something I don't believe in. I want to travel and tour the world when I believe in something, not because I just have to do it. You know, I've made the money, I've seen the success. ... The less I thought about success, the more success I gained. But at this point, it's truly about believing in what I'm doing and having fun with it. You know, because sometimes you take things for granted. Sometimes I take my job for granted.
AP: No worries, then.
Iglesias: You know, every single musician out there, no matter what they tell you, we all wanna have a hit song. I'd be a liar if I told you I don't. But the main thing is to have fun with it and to truly, truly believe in it. ... I can't wake up at 5 in the morning and do `Regis and Kelly' and do the `Today' show and do every single show around the world every single day and not believe in what I'm doing.
AP: Reggaeton is the hottest thing in Latin music right now. What do you think about it?
Iglesias: I like reggaeton. You know what I like about it? That when it first came out it was unique, it was different. ... Obviously, you know, it becomes the thing that you start listening (to) everywhere. So after a while you're like, oh god, you wanna hear something different. But then it comes down to the art, it's not so much the musical style.
AP: Some say reggaeton is just another fad.
Iglesias: I think anything that has to do with Latin culture will last in this country - in America. And the reason why I say this (is) because, in 1999, when the whole Latin explosion happened, everybody's like, "Oh, it's a fad, whatever, it's gonna go away." It's not gonna go away, it's never gonna go away. ... For some reason, Latin people, when we like something, we like it for life. Whether it's food, whether it's music, whatever it is.
AP: What have you been up to lately? Besides, you know, romancing Anna Kournikova.
Iglesias: Why is it always the personal life that makes the news? ... I've been making this album, and in between I would take off. I would take off and just rest.
AP: You set off wild rumors recently when you told a reporter that you and Anna had been married and were now divorced. But it was all a joke. Or was it?
Iglesias: No, I'm not married. But how many times do I have to say I'm not married! If I was married, I would say it. ... Obviously, the journalist didn't take time to investigate and to research to see (whether) I was truly married. I can't be divorced if I'm not married.
AP: So any pressure to tie the knot?
Iglesias: I've never felt pressure to get married, especially nowadays. I come from divorced parents. Why would I have any pressure? .. I truly believe that you can be with someone without having to be married. Even having kids, I think.
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un4gitible
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Post by un4gitible on Jun 30, 2007 14:14:34 GMT -5
I am SO on the fence about getting this cd. I really love the lead single and like alot of the snippets.
What to do, what to do?
I think I'll give in and get it on ITUNES - my 18 year old son likes Enrique too (go figure - he's a screamo fan! How crazy is that haha) so I can get two for one, of sorts, by burning him a copy too.
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Post by vinyl on Jun 30, 2007 14:17:58 GMT -5
He's still with Anna?! It's been a while.
I think I kind of like Do You Know..
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Post by roentgenizdat on Jul 5, 2007 6:17:31 GMT -5
07/14: 33 52 IGLESIAS*ENRIQUE INSOMNIAC
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Post by reception on Jul 5, 2007 12:45:45 GMT -5
Jul 5, 12:14 PM EDT Enrique Iglesias Performs in Damascus
DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) -- More than 10,000 fans, many of them teenagers, cheered and danced the night away at a performance by Enrique Iglesias, the first concert by a Western pop singer in Syria in over 30 years.
The 32-year-old Latin heartthrob charmed his audience with many of his hits, including "Hero," "Escape," "Love to See You Cry" and "Just Wanna Be With You," as well as songs from his new album, "Insomniac."
Iglesias said he wasn't concerned about performing in Syria, "although many people have told me not to."
The sold-out concert began late Wednesday and ended after midnight at an open air stadium near the 11th-century Damascus citadel. Ticket prices ranged between $30 and $200. A large crowd gathered outside the venue, built specifically for the event, where two giant TV screens were set up.
"I like his songs and his father's songs," said 24-year-old business graduate Sandy al-Haj, referring to Julio Iglesias.
"Syria should invite other world singers," she said.
Although Syria is rich with culture, historic and tourist sites, Western celebrities have largely stayed away from the autocratic country for years.
However, Syria has been taking small steps to open up the Socialist-style economy and allow greater opportunities and access to information for young people.
The concert was organized by private company LiBaladi, but other private Syrian companies and Syrian expatriates helped with the financing. Revenues, according to organizers, will go to Syrian charities.
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Post by roentgenizdat on Jul 11, 2007 19:46:13 GMT -5
07/21: 52 65 IGLESIAS*ENRIQUE INSOMNIAC 10,992 -20 13,812 92,710
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Post by George on Jul 11, 2007 20:15:58 GMT -5
Has he picked a second single yet?
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Post by cbmc99 on Jul 11, 2007 20:20:58 GMT -5
I think his best bet is "Push" i just don't know if the urban market will buy into him. Hmm I wonder if he's even relevant in today's industry...
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Post by currentoptions on Jul 11, 2007 20:38:44 GMT -5
I think his best bet is "Push" i just don't know if the urban market will buy into him. Hmm I wonder if he's even relevant in today's industry... Love Push
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Post by blurple on Jul 11, 2007 23:07:55 GMT -5
Push would be a good one. Though my personal fave is On Top Of You.
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SHOOTER
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Post by SHOOTER on Jul 12, 2007 0:44:39 GMT -5
2nd single is "Somebody's Me".
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Post by WotUNeed on Jul 12, 2007 2:05:01 GMT -5
2nd single is "Somebody's Me". Really? Odd. I figured they'd try "Tired of Being Sorry." Pretty enough song, but I doubt it will do anything, except perhaps the Spanish version on the Latin charts.
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Post by Paulie on Jul 12, 2007 5:58:33 GMT -5
I still listen to Do You Know a lot what a great track should have been a Top 10 or 5 hit!!
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Post by themadmakmess on Jul 12, 2007 10:13:55 GMT -5
He performed "Don't You Forget About Me" in Hamburg during the Live Earth concerts. Maybe this will be his second single?
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Post by areyoureadytojump on Jul 12, 2007 12:22:33 GMT -5
7/21 chart
4 INT 33 52 65 IGLESIAS*ENRIQUE INSOMNIAC 10,992 -20% 13,812 92,710
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Post by roentgenizdat on Jul 19, 2007 7:11:16 GMT -5
07/28: 65 84 IGLESIAS*ENRIQUE INSOMNIAC 8,262 10,992 100,972
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Post by George on Jul 19, 2007 19:39:07 GMT -5
Wow. He crossed that 100k mark. But that's kinda disappointing for a major label album.
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Post by shaq91 on Jul 21, 2007 21:27:11 GMT -5
he performed somebodys me on SYTYCD so i guess tats the 2nd single.
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Post by roentgenizdat on Jul 26, 2007 5:09:00 GMT -5
08/04: 84 70 IGLESIAS*ENRIQUE INSOMNIAC 9,945 8,262 20 110,917
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Post by roentgenizdat on Aug 2, 2007 5:14:27 GMT -5
08/11: 70 83 IGLESIAS*ENRIQUE INSOMNIAC 9,101 9,945 -8 120,018
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Post by George on Aug 5, 2007 11:21:36 GMT -5
I've been listening to his album lately and it's been growing on me.
I hope "On Top Of You" and "Ring My Bell" become singles.
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Post by blurple on Aug 5, 2007 17:09:45 GMT -5
I've been listening to his album lately and it's been growing on me. I hope "On Top Of You" and "Ring My Bell" become singles. Those are my two faves!
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Post by roentgenizdat on Aug 9, 2007 7:32:07 GMT -5
08/18: 83 102 IGLESIAS*ENRIQUE INSOMNIAC 7,343 9,101 -19 127,361
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Post by Purple Dreams on Aug 10, 2007 11:18:53 GMT -5
How much did Ricky Martin's latest English album sell?
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Post by roentgenizdat on Aug 15, 2007 20:16:23 GMT -5
08/25: 102 110 IGLESIAS*ENRIQUE INSOMNIAC 6,615 7,343 -10 133,976
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