Vilma Diaz formerly singer of the wide world famous tropical band "La Sonora Dinamita". Vilma Diaz and her band has been for many years one of the most popular artists of tropical sound around the world. She has recorded many hits that has become in classics of this genre.
VILMA DIAZ "CUMBIA DIVA"
VILMA DIAZ "CUMBIA DIVA" original recording lead singer of the popular tropical band "LA SONORA DINAMITA".
She is a very talented singer internationally recognized for her mastery of tropical style. She was born in Medellin-Colombia, a city that prepared her to be one of the main vocalists of the most famous tropical bands. At the age of 20 a well known record label company discovered her talent and she was offered a recording contract. The quality and power of her voice permitted her to be the lead voice of "La Sonora Dinamita" which is a favorite worldwide tropical band.
In 1989 and already being part of "La Sonora Dinamita" had numerous hits such as "Ya Para Que","EL Desamor". In 1993 she recored "ESCANDALO", and as a result of the success of this tropical classic hit, Vilma became recognized as "CUMBIA DIVA". In 2008 Vilma Diaz released the single "Mirada Latina" which is now played in most popular tropical music worldwide radiostations.
Vilma has performed for the King of Spain, The President of El Salvador (Alfredo Cristiani) during the signing of an historical Peace Treaty, and she has received the keys and has been named honorary citizen of several cities.
Vilma has been called to appear on the line up of very many high profile Latin music shows like "Despierta America", "Sabado Gigante", "Jerry Lewis Show", "Cotorreando", "La Movida", "Siempre En Domingo", "El Show de Johnny Canales". "12 Corazones", "Adelante Hispanos", "El Show de Cristina", as well as live performances in "Fiesta Broadway"(Los Angeles), "Festival De La Calle 8"(Miami), "Viva Chicago Festival", Macro Plaza"(Monterey-Mexico), "Madison Square Garden" NYC, "Calgary Festival" (Canada), top of the major Central and South America, and Europe Concerts and Festivals. Her life and hit songs have been covered in all top publications, TV an radio stations.
Vilma continues singing with her implacable voice and she maintains some of the original Colombian musicians that also played and recorded in 90's with "La Sonora Dinamita".
When the atmosphere pulsates with impassioned vocals, vibrating and explosive percussion, fiery horns and deeply sensual rhythms, then "Vilma Diaz" must be playing.
Best than ever! You have to ear it!
Vilma Diaz tours constantly in major wide world venues like "Viva Chicago Festival", "Calle ocho festival (Miami)", "Macro Plaza (Mexico)", Europe, Canada, Central and South America, and has even filled the world famous Madison Square Garden in NYC., she also tours the more famous Night clubs. She supports many non-profits and performs at key events such as: "El Salvador - Teleton", and the list goes on. She also peforms at the major fairs and festivals. When schedule allows her, she also enjoy performing for Private and Corporate events.
La Sonora Dinamita , Corraleros del Majagual and many wide world known tropical style artists like Hector Lavoe, Tito Puente, Gilberto Santa Rosa and more...
32 channel monitor console with 8 group out
Â1 cue monitor with power
Â8 1/3-octave equalizers inserted into group outs
Â1 digital delay
Â11 bi-amped floor wedgesThe following on-stage musicians equipment are essential:
Â5 vocals regular micro ( SM 58 or similar)
Â1 vocal cordless micro
Â2 horns micro ( 421 or PL 10 or similar)
Â2 congas micro ( 421, 409 or SM 57 or similar)
Â2 timbales micro ( SM 57 or similar)
Â3 direct box ( if not amplifiers )
Â1 bass amplifier
Â1 keyboard amplifier
Â7 monitors
All equipment can be replaced by other with similar quality. It is very important to have direct communication between promoters and Vilmaâs band. Smaller venues could be subject to some changes on this rider. Sound Systems for Festivals and outside concerts has to be provided by promoters.