[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 108 (Monday, September 13, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1606]
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                       IN HONOR OF ANDY MONTANEZ

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 13, 2004

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor and welcome of Andy 
Montanez, premier singer from the beautiful island of Puerto Rico. For 
nearly 40 years, the salsa sound of Mr. Montanez has garnered countless 
fans in Cleveland, Ohio and around the world.
  His love for music and exceptional voice was the driving force behind 
the immensely successful band, El Gran Combo. During the 15 years they 
played together, El Gran Combo recorded 37 LPs that included several 
hit singles. Mr. Montanez retired from El Gran Combo to pursue an 
international career. He joined the Venezuelan band, La Dimension 
Latina, one of the most popular orchestra's in Venezuala. His 
collaboration with La Dimension also produced several LPs and hit 
songs.
  Today, Mr. Montanez continues to compose, play, record and tour with 
some of the finest Latin musicians around, including his grown 
children. His talent and enthusiasm continues to inspire and entertain 
fans located across the globe, yet connected through the universal 
language of music.
  Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me in honor of salsa legend 
and premier Latin singer, Andy Montanez. His rich and powerful voice 
continues to uplift our spirits and nourish our souls--here in 
Cleveland, throughout Puerto Rico and around the world. Let the song 
begin!

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