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Enrique Iglesias
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You would think that Enrique Iglesias has nothing left to prove. After all, the Madrid-born, Miami-raised singer has sold 40 million albums in little over a decade, becoming one of the most successful artists in the history of popular music. Then again, Enrique is not your average pop star. Consider this: the singer has spent the past three years crafting his latest album. Three years of non-stop traveling, writing, recording, pressing the 'delete' button, only to begin all over again until he's 100% sure that his vision is perfectly realized. Now, it finally has. Entitled "Insomniac," a humorous nod to Enrique's sleepless nights and obsessive artistic persona, the record is clearly the most ambitious project of his phenomenal career. "When I started this process, I wasn't really sure of the specific sound that I was looking for," Enrique says over breakfast at a posh hotel in Beverly Hills. "What I did know was that I wanted to have a respectable repertoire of songs to begin with. On my previous records, I would always start with a dozen ideas. This time, I wrote between 40 and 50 new tunes." Enrique also spent a long time pondering the specific qualities of the project's sound. Should it be seeped in hip-hop and electronic beats-- a prerequisite for commercial success in the new millennium? "I guess at first I did want to consciously make a record that had a cool sound to it," he says candidly. "But then I said to myself: 'fuck that. I don't want to take myself too seriously.' The truth is, I just want to write songs that I like. It's as simple as that." Thus began the three year journey with stops in Miami, Los Angeles and Sweden, as well as the contribution of renowned producers such as Sean Garret, Max Martin, Kristian Lundin, Mark Taylor & Paul Barry, and Anders Bagge. "When I make a record, I work at night," says Enrique. "So basically I've spent three years working at night and sleeping during the day. I've been hyperactive all my life. The word insomniac was the first that came to mind when I was trying to come up with a suitable title for the album." Some of the record's highlights include "Push," a hip-hop flavored collaboration with rapper Lil' Wayne, as well as "Ring My Bell," a moody track that Enrique wrote in Los Angeles together with two of his favorite songwriting partners, Swedish composer Kristian Lundin (Savan Kotecha also collaborated on the track). "Do you know those moments in life when you stumble a little, and you accidentally discover something that changes you?," asks Enrique in his typically casual, unpretentious demeanor. "That's exactly what happened to me with 'Ring My Bell.' It wasn't a dramatic change, but the feeling of that song changed my opinion of what the album should be all about." "The recording of 'Push' was very similar that way," he continues. "I had experimented with the stylistic innovations of hip-hop before, but I had never felt really comfortable with it. This time, it was a completely different experience. In fact, there's not a song in the entire album where I'm trying to be someone that I'm not." As Enrique continued on his personal search of songwriting discovery and recording experimentation, "Insomniac" underwent a metamorphosis. "If you listened to the album two years ago, it has nothing to do with what it is today," he says. In its final incarnation, "Insomniac" contains twelve songs in English and three in Spanish. There is an additional 20 tracks that were recorded during those lengthy sessions, but ultimately abandoned when they didn't meet Enrique's strict standards for the album. "I could have made a second album if I wanted to," he explains. "But I don't think those songs will ever see the light of day." He adds: "If they're called b-sides, then they shouldn't be on an album." Born in 1975, Enrique led the life of a typical teen while growing up in Miami. He started writing and recording songs without telling his parents about it. In fact, he shopped his first demo posing as a Central American unknown named Enrique Mart�nez. Only after landing a record contract with regional Mexican label Fonovisa, did Enrique decide to use his real name. Recorded in Spanish, his self-titled debut sold more than a million copies in the first three months after it was released (to this day, it has sold over seven million). His second effort, 1997's "Vivir," broke into the U.S. Top 40 and was promoted with the first of many lavishly produced world tours. Within three years, Enrique became the biggest-selling Spanish-language singer in the world. He has enjoyed 16 #1 Billboard Latin hits, more than any other artist in history. Enrique was now ready to expand his audience beyond the Latin market. Released in 1999, "Enrique" was his first English album, and the first one recorded for Interscope. It included the mega-hits "Bailamos" (We Dance), "Rhythm Divine," "Be With You," and "Could I Have This Kiss Forever," a duet with Whitney Houston. In the U.S., the platinum album was certified double, and Enrique was seen by millions during the 2000 Super Bowl halftime show. "Enrique" achieved gold or platinum status in 32 countries. The singer would eventually become the best selling international artist of all time in India. Then came "Escape," which included the hits "Hero" and "Escapar," and cemented Enrique's superstar status in Europe by selling 10 million copies. Both the album and single of the same name were simultaneously the #1 album and single in the U.K. Entitled "Quiz�s," Enrique's fourth Spanish-language album established him as one of the few recording artists ever to score a U.S. multiplatinum English-language album ("Escape") followed by a U.S. multiplatinum Spanish-language album ("Quizas"). Enrique's success continued in 2003 with his aptly titled seventh album "7," setting the stage for the artistic odyssey that culminates now with the release of "Insomniac." "I've never suffered so much making an album," says Enrique with a laugh. "It was a journey of soul searching and self discovery for me." "I'm not gonna claim as we all artist do with a new album that this is my best album ever, or the one with the best production or the best songs," he concludes. "One thing is for sure, though. I gave myself completely into the making of this one record -- heart and soul."

 
  
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July 02, 2009 11:52 AM

WHO IS YOUR ROLE MODEL???*





Each of us is the result of the influence of many people. However some individuals have played a significant role in our development. They are often called "role models" that we consciously or unconsciously imitate. Perhaps you know who that person is, or perhaps you don't. Well Noelene Hughes has given us a simple way to determine our role model. It is easy and only takes a minute and it may surprise you.

WHO IS YOUR ROLE MODEL???*

Be sure not to peek! You don't want to skew your answer.
Try this - it's really neat .....
Don't look at the answers:

1) Pick your favorite number between 1-9

2) Multiply by 3 then

3) Add 3, then again Multiply by 3 (I'll wait while you get the Calculator....)

4) You'll get a 2 or 3 digit number....

5) Add the digits together


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With that number, see who your ROLE MODEL is from the list below:
1. Einstein
2. Oprah Winfrey
3. Mother Teresa
4 Imelda Marcos
5. Bill Gates
6. Gandhi
7. Brad Pitt
8. Babe Ruth
9. Linda Huaman
10 Ben Whittemore

I know...I just have that effect on people....one day you too can be like me.... Believe it!

P.S.. Stop picking different numbers!! I AM YOUR IDOL, JUST DEAL WITH IT

NOW CLICK "FORWARD", PUT YOUR NAME IN NO. 9 AND SEND IT ON!!




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July 01, 2009 02:20 AM


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June 28, 2009 09:13 AM

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June 24, 2009 05:21 PM

THOUGHT YOU MIGHT ENJOY ONE OF MY FAVORITE SONGS WITH ME........LOVE, LINDA
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June 14, 2009 08:59 PM

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June 13, 2009 11:52 AM

just a note from your tacky friend.........had a great birthday!!!!.........thanks everyone for the good wishes.........haven't gotten around to answering everyone, but i am trying.........love, linda
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June 10, 2009 01:38 PM

16 OF MY FRIENDS. ALONG WITH MYSELF ARE CELEBRATING OUR BIRTHDAY TODAY.........WHICH MAKES US A GEMINI......AND THIS TELLS YOU A LITTLE ABOUT ALL OF US!!!..........LOVE, LINDAPhotobucket
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June 09, 2009 10:29 AM

i wanted to say thank you to my friends for this year on yearbook,.....every year around my birthday i start thinking about what i am thankful for...............i treat my birthday like it is the thanksgiving of my life..........i am so blessed to have all the friends that i have........some of you have been there for me when my heart aches,........others are there to check on me when my health takes a lapse, i get to share in your happiness with loved ones and family..........i make a memory with my friends almost daily......you put up with all the mistakes that i have made on autographs,............and if i miss sending something to you every now and then, i want you to always remember that i always have you in my heart, and i hope you light a candle for me and help me celebrate that i survived another year...........love, linda
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June 08, 2009 08:18 AM

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June 06, 2009 09:09 PM

the lady bug is a symbol of good luck and long life, my wish for you is the same.....love, lindaLady Bug Sparkle Linda Pictures, Images and Photos
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June 05, 2009 08:21 PM

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June 04, 2009 01:44 PM

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June 03, 2009 09:34 AM

NO MATTER WHAT.........I AM YOUR FRIEND........LOVE, LINDA
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June 02, 2009 06:35 AM

FOLLOW THE SUNSHINE!!!!.........LOVE, LINDAPhotobucket
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June 01, 2009 01:38 AM

ENJOY YOUR WEEK!!!!.........TAKE TIME TO BRIGHTEN SOMEONE'S LIFE THIS WEEK........AND YOU WILL FIND THAT YOURS WAS BRIGHTEN TOO ALONG THE WAY!!!!.......LOVE, LINDA
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May 30, 2009 07:51 AM

SOMETHING FOR YOU TO WATCH.........RELIEVES STRESS, AND HELPS YOU RE-FOCUS...........LOVE, LINDA
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May 28, 2009 10:08 PM

AS ALWAYS LOVE, LINDA
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May 27, 2009 06:09 PM

no pretty pictures,........... no rave videos,......... no banners,..... just words from my heart to yours..........thanks for being my friend........thanks for letting me be part of your world.......hope you are having a wonderful day.........many blessings to you.......love, linda
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May 26, 2009 12:50 PM

GROOVY TUESDAY HAS ARRIVED!!!!....LOVE, LINDA
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May 25, 2009 12:57 PM

THIS JUST SAYS IT ALL!!!!!.......................Linda Loves You! Pictures, Images and Photos
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