Album Notes

Salsa Como Debe Ser


Ricky Campanelli was born on August 14th, 1979 in Montreal, Canada- a city rich in arts & culture and brimming with musical diversity. Born into a musical family, his passion for creative expression through sound was encouraged by his parents, long-time musicians themselves.

He grew into his talent during his disc jockey years at Club 649, Montreal's first latin nightclub, established by his parents. There he met Jesus "El Nino" Alejandro, a talented singer, musician, and composer, who believed in Campanelli's talent and took the young D.J. under his wing. Campanelli's desire to create and explore prompted him to go further.

In 2001, the young sound engineer established SoundTrip Studios, where he has recorded and worked with internationally known artists such as Edwin Bonilla, Johnny Polanco, Jesus "El Nino" Alejandro, Luisito Rosario, and Croma Latina (Italy), to name a few.

His unique style and fresh sound are the product of experimentation and inbred musical instinct. Both are reflected in his debut single, Mani Picao, one of 18 salsa tracks from his upcoming album, Salsa Como Debe Ser. The album can best be described as 70's salsa, infused with yesterday's swing, and remixed with today's sound. Campanelli's music is a tribute to old school salsa - a style he believes will never die because of its eternal quality.

His album, scheduled to launch in the Spring, showcases his unique talent. Passion and soul are at the heart of Campanelli's music. Afterall, salsa is not about what you hear; it's about what you feel.