Andrés Cazares, known as Kalimba, is a Mexican singer-songwriter who combines different styles of music to create a unique sound.
List of Kalimba's featurings
Aleks Syntek, Paulina Rubio & Reykon
Kalimba's age
Kalimba is currently 47 years old.
Kalimba's country of origin
Kalimba is from Mexico.
Kalimba's real name
Kalimba's real name is Andrés Cazares.
The Success Story of Kalimba
Who Is Kalimba?
Kalimba is a Mexican singer-songwriter born in Mexico City on December 27th, 1976. His real name is Andrés Cazares and he is known for the fusion of different musical genres in his work. He began his musical career singing in various choirs, which led him to become part of the group Garibaldi in 1995. It was during this time that he achieved commercial success and great recognition among Mexicans. In 2000 he started his solo career as Kalimba, releasing his first album as a solo artist. He has since released multiple albums and singles that have reached high positions on the Billboard Latin charts.
Career Highlights
Throughout his career, Kalimba has achieved great success and recognition both nationally and internationally. His first album as a solo artist, 'Aire', was certified gold in Mexico, selling over 500,000 copies. In 2003 he won the award for best new artist at the Premios Oye! His single 'No Me Quiero Enamorar' received a nomination for best pop song at the 2005 Latin Grammy Awards. He has collaborated with other well-known Latin artists such as Aleks Syntek, Paulina Rubio and Reykon. He has also performed at international festivals such as SXSW and Vive Latino.
Style & Influence
Kalimba's music is defined by its fusion of different genres like rock, pop and reggae. He has cited Prince as one of his main influences, as well as some of the most important Mexican songwriters such as Armando Manzanero, Juan Gabriel and José José. His lyrics often address topics such as love, life experiences and social issues. He is considered an important figure in modern Mexican music with an extensive discography that continues to grow.
