Access Latin Entertainment...
a distinct blend of entertainment.
About
After existing as a production company, Access Latin Entertainment has now evolved as a non-commercial boutique booking agency specializing in Latin music and other forms of entertainment that focus on representing talented independent artists, connecting them with opportunities and worldwide audiences. As a boutique agency, our roster is now smaller (by choice) but very selective. Every artist we represent is chosen because of their outstanding talent in live performances and recorded music. Our primary objective is to be able to offer an innovative alternative Latin music.
We still utilize our established relationships with artists, managers, and record labels, to also provide major acts, but working with independent and talented artists is now our priority. We bring quality music to our clients with discipline and passion. We never lose sight of the unique creative visions of the artists we work with. Access Latin also expanded into music management and publishing (Buen Oido Music) to help new artists find the guidance they need to develop their art into sustainable, healthy, long-lasting careers. With over 30 years of experience with Latin music, we are not only bringing experience but transparency, reliability, and quality.
Our Brand
Our Work
Our Artists
Jorge Luis Pacheco
“Jorge Luis Pacheco is a virtuoso pianist that defies genre”.-
Monty Alexander
One of Cuba’s Most Extraordinary pianists. He has a unique style that presents a new voice in jazz. His untethered creative, emotionally profound, technically virtuous artistry are steepedin his unrelenting love of improvisation, his lyrical, poetic, musical soul and the disciplineof his deep clasical training.
Jonathan Suazo
The New York Times named his formal debut album RICANO as one of the ten best albums of 2023.
Jonathan Suazo is an award winning saxophonist, composer, cultural seeder, and educator. His music treads a beatiful line between intensityand delicacy…
Eme Alfonso
Afro Cuban Jazz and Latin Sounds
Eme Alfonso, a Cuban singer and songwriter, draws on her roots to combine them with electronic sounds, world percussion, and Afro-Cuban legends. The American NPR and the British BBC have pointed her out as “a promise of Latin music.”
She has won the Cubadisco Award (Cuban Music Awards) with her two albums “Señales” and “Eme”. Her third album is produced by Brazilian producer Alê Siqueira and has been recorded in Cuba and Brazil.
She has been part of important projects that promote Cuba’s cultural diversity such as the “Para Mestizar” project sponsored by UNESCO. She is the Artistic Director of the Havana World Music international festival, with support from the Ministry of Culture of Cuba.
Ronny Mercedes
A rising bachata/pop star…Ronny Mercedes is a Latin American artist from Bronx, New York, who won the hearts of millions by becoming a finalist on the NBC-Telemundo hit TV show “La Voz US” (The Voice), representing Team Wisin.
With his unique New York R&B/tropical style, Ronny Mercedes captivated the audience during his blind audition by singing the song “Lágrimas” by José José, in a bachata version by Aventura. His performance caused mega stars Luis Fonsi, Carlos Vives, and Wisin to compete to have him on their teams. His audition quickly went viral on YouTube, generating over 6.4 million views in a short matter of time, and earning him extreme popularity within Latinx audiences all over the world.
Previously, Ronny was the lead vocalist of the twice Latin Billboard and Latin Grammy nominee, the bachata sensation group Voz a Voz for almost 10 years.
Hermes Croatto
Puerto Rican folk music artist passionate about nature, and Puerto Rican culture. It was his father, Tony Croatto, a well-known folk music artist in Puerto Rico, who after his death inspired him to join the musical world. From that moment on, his mission was to bet on the evolution of Puerto Rican folklore and expose it to new markets outside of the island.
This mission drives him to create songs with a modern approach collaborating with producers and artists such as Eduardo Cabra, Rec808 and Sie7e. Good music with beautiful lyrics about Puerto Rican folk and land with modern musical arrangements.
Septeto Santiaguero
Two times Grammy winners.
Since its founding on February 2, 1995, Septeto Santiaguero has remained deeply connected to the Santiago trova and traditional Cuban music.
Throughout its career, Septeto Santiaguero has performed on important international stages in Spain, Germany, France, Austria, Belgium, Croatia, the Netherlands, Hungary, England, Italy, Mexico, Portugal, Switzerland, and others. It has also had the opportunity to collaborate with significant figures in the arts, such as Rubén Blades, Gilberto Santa Rosa, José Alberto “El Canario,” Oscar D’León, Alexander Abreu, Pancho Céspedes, Omara Portuondo, among others.
Our Owner
Eddie Ortiz
A graduate from Northeastern IllinoisUniversity, Eddie Ortiz has over 30 years experience with event production, bookings, tour management, and recently, record production and music publishing. Prior to launching Eddie Ortiz and Associates/Access Latin Entertainment, he worked for many years with Henry Cardenas, then Henry Cardenas and Associates (now CMN) as an associate, which at that time was the largest production company in music, sports, and other special events in the U.S. and the Caribbean. While there, Eddie Ortiz worked in all aspects of production, ; planning, developing, media buyer, stage manager, bookings, tour manager and marketing. Some oth the artists that he worked with the, directly or indirectly were: Juan Luis Guerra, Mana, Aventura, Juan Gabriel, Carlos Vives, Marc Anthony, Bronco, Vicente Fernandez, Chayane, Ana Gabriel, Celia Cruz, Franco de Vita, Ricardo Montaner, Ruben Blades, Willie Colon, El Gran Combo, GilbertoSanta Rosa, Oscar de Leon, among others.
Tribute Shows
Tribute bands have been captivating audiences for decades, and their popularity continues to soar; and there is a very much an economic benefit when it comes time to hire a Tribute act. They are more accessible to a promoter or event organizer than booking and paying through the nose for the original act or latest “reunion” tour without the energy or enthusiasm.
Why Choosing Tribute Shows?
Every generation has iconic music legends who shaped their era. Tribute bands allow fans to relive the magic of those legendary performances.
Tribute bands aren’t your typical cover bands playing in dive bars. They are dedicated impersonators who meticulously recreate every aspect of their favorite artists.
From appearance to mannerisms, they embody the essence of the original performers. Fans get to witness the same showmanship and charisma that once rocked the stage.
Many famous bands are no longer together or have stopped performing live. Yet, the demand to hear their music persists.
Tribute acts step in to fill this void. They sound and even look like the original artists, providing fans with an opportunity to experience something they thought was impossible.
For those who missed out on seeing their idols live, tribute bands offer a chance to relive those magical moments.
