As we close out 2011, there is much to be thankful for. As a gesture of our gratitude for all the love and support we’ve received, we humbly offer this “Live at Grand Performances” EP as a free download. It was recorded live on Friday July 29, 2011 at California Plaza in downtown LA as part of the 25th Annual Grand Performances Summer Concert Series. It was definitely fitting as the mission statement of this distinguished series is to present free performing arts that reflect the best of global culture and inspire community among the diverse peoples of Los Angeles. Past performers have included Ozomatli, Kinky, La Santa Cecilia and Nortec Collective to name a few.  

Malverde, accompanied by his live band project Maleco Collective ran through a set of 10 Hip-Hop, Rock, Reggae and Electro infused songs that kept the audience moving. Sharing the bill with Ghanaian born MC Blitz the Ambassador made for an incredible night of global, socially-conscious Hip-Hop music with live instrumentation. We feel fortunate to have captured it and now, mixed and mastered, we are proud to share it with you.     

The socio-political anthem “Yo Soy La Voz” and the modern day homage to the classic serenade “Serenata Para Ti” from Maleco Collective’s “Al Horizonte EP” and “Bienvenidos al Barrio,” Malverde’s Spanish remix of the Damian Marley classic “Jamrock” come to life with a nine piece band made up of some of LA’s best musicians. These songs along with DJ Boxy Dee’s scratch intro serve as a taste of our live experience which we hope you’ll be part of soon! 

With new projects in the works from Malverde and Maleco Collective, there is much more to come in the New Year! May your Holidays be blessed and your 2012 be prosperous! Feliz Navidad y Prospero 2012! Bendiciones!     
 
A very special thanks to Grand Performances, including Leigh Ann Hahn, Michael Alexander, their wonderful staff and everyone that made this such a special night and project!    
 
Amor y Paz,
Malverde & Maleco Collective 

Download the FREE Live EP NOW:
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Malverde & Maleco Collective “Live at Grand Performances” EP Video Preview
http://youtu.be/C37S3UrPiFE

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Produced by: Maleco Music// Afonico Music

A very special thanks to Grand Performances, Leigh Ann Hahn, Michael Alexander, their wonderful staff and everyone that made this such a special night and project!

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