Nelly Furtado
NELLY FURTADO Single “Manos Al Aire” (Hands in the Air) To Be Released Worldwide On June 29th
A Heartfelt Account of Romantic Vulnerability And Surrender To The Inevitable, “Manos Al Aire” Is The Lead Single From Nelly Furtado’s Eagerly Awaited All-Spanish Language Album Mi Plan , Set For Release By Universal Music Latino On September 29, 2009
(Miami, FL – June 19, 2009) Universal Music Latino, a division of Universal Music Latin Entertainment (UMLE), the world’s leading Latin music company, today announced plans to release the Nelly Furtado single “Manos Al Aire” (Hands in the Air) to worldwide radio on June 29th, with digital and mobile retail availability to follow the next day. Capturing a woman’s outpouring of vulnerability for the sake of true love, and her eventual surrender to the inevitable, “Manos Al Aire” is the lead single from Nelly Furtado’s eagerly awaited all-Spanish Language album Mi Plan – set for release on September 29, 2009.
The GRAMMY Award-winning artist’s fourth studio album and follow-up to the multi-platinum Loose which propelled Furtado to top all global music sales in 2007, Mi Plan represents the realization of Nelly’s dream to further her natural musical expression in Spanish following acclaimed collaborations with artists such as Juanes and Calle 13. Nelly has done many successful collaborations with artists all over the world in all different genres, but the collaborations with the Latin artists left her with this huge desire of expressing herself in this language, and that is how this album was born. The album will once again demonstrate Furtado’s collaborative abilities, as both a songwriter and co-producer, to work with leading lyricists, producers and guest artists from across the globe in creating uniquely fresh and passionately strong music.
“’Mi Plan’ is my first full collection of Spanish-language pop songs,” explains Furtado. “The songs explore themes of love and the rhythm of everyday life. The featured special guests will also add a unique touch to the album's sound. And I am delighted to be working with the entire Universal Latin team on this new project".
“Nelly is truly an international treasure and we are delighted that she has chosen Universal Music Latin America as the place to begin the next exciting chapter in her already storied career,” stated Jesus Lopez, Chairman & CEO of Latin America and Iberian Peninsula. “And as such, our approach to her new album will exemplify the kind of comprehensive effort we’re uniquely positioned to deliver. People will see Nelly and experience her music in places and ways they’ve never seen before.”
“Nelly is one of the most innovative and dynamic artists in the world,” added Walter Kolm, President of Universal Music Latino and Machete. “Her music, passion and relentless pursuit to challenge both herself and the status-quo make her the consummate artist. The entire company joins us in welcoming her to the Universal Music Latin Entertainment family.”
To understand their excitement, get a first peek of Nelly Furtado’s “Manos Al Aire” here:
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Fritz Helder And The Phantoms have been signed to her music imprint, Nelstar Music. Their first album, "Greatest Hits" comes out July 7th. Check out HouseOfHelder.com for more info, including upcoming tour dates.
| Nelly In The Video for "Broken Strings"
Check out Nelly in the video for "Broken Strings," her duet with James Morrison from his sophomore album Songs For You, Truths For Me!
| Message from Nelly
Hi, Nelly Furtado here.
I wanted to inform you officially that the song "Gotta Know" is NOT my song, and does NOT have my voice on it.
I don't know who's song it is! Please spread the word.
I am currently recording two new exciting albums- one in Spanish and one in Portuguese. Stay tuned and I will give you a sneak peak really soon.
Thanks for all the love and support. Stay tuned for some other music-related news really soon.”
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Nelly featured on James Morrison's "Broken Strings"!
Check out James Morrison's new album "Songs For You, Truths For Me". There you will find Nelly featured on the song "Broken Strings". The album is in stores now.
You can check out James' website at: http://www.jamesmorrisonmusic.com/
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Vote For Nelly Furtado in the MTV VMA Nominations!
This year MTV is letting the fans decide who the nominees are for the VMA’s! Voting is now open for the Best Male and Female Video categories. Make sure to go to vma.mtv.com to vote for Nelly Furtado’s videos for "In God's Hands" and '"Do It" now! Voting closes Wednesday 7/23 at 11 AM EST. Voting Starts this Friday, July 18th at 5PM PST / 8PM EST
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Nelly Furtado duets with Keith Urban on “In God’s Hands”, available now at iTunes!
Nelly Furtado recently enlisted country star Keith Urban for a duet on a brand new mix of her ballad “In God’s Hands”, originally from her #1 smash hit album Loose.
"I love country music. Keith Urban's voice is plaintive and sweet; he's
a pure songsmith, with a humble tone to his voice. I have always
thought that the song "Gods Hands" needed a country singer on it and
Keith was my first choice. He's right on the border of country, roots
and pop. He really defies description, and those are my favorite kinds
of artists." –Nelly Furtado
The amazing new version of “In God’s Hands” is available now for digital download at iTunes and all online retailers! 
www.nellyfurtado.com
www.myspace.com/nellyfurtado
www.geffen.com/nellyfurtado
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Check Out Nelly's Latest Obsession: Fritz Helder & The Phantoms!
Click Below:
http://www.fritzhelder.com/
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Message From Nelly!
Hello, and Happy Spring Break!
I wanted to say hello to all my fans old and new for their continued support of "Loose".
I just got back from Chile, where I performed at the Vina Del Mar festival. It was absolutely a dream come true. Thanks to all of the lovely people that I met. Thanks for your support out there in the crowd.
PS... My current obsession is Fritz Helder And The Phantoms. Check out the link! They are on tour now... Ready To Wear 2008......
Thanks for everything!!!!
Lots of Love,
Nelly xoxo
Fritz Helder & The Phantoms Tour Dates:
March 18th: Vancouver, B.C. @ Fabric
March 20th: Calgary. AB @ The Warehouse
And With Dragonette:
March 28th: Montreal, QB @ Studio Juste Pour Rire
March 29th: London, ON @ Call The Office
March 31st: Hamilton, ON @ The Casbah
April 1st: Peterborough, ON @ Trasheteria
April 3rd: Toronto, ON @ The Phoenix
http://www.fritzhelder.com/
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Help Nelly Get The Dovercourt Boys & Girls Club Through The Roof!
On January 31st, The Dovercourt Boys and Girls Club of Toronto got a special visit from Nelly. She has agreed to act as honorary children’s ambassador for The Dovercourt Boys and Girls Club "Through The Roof" campaign.
The club was established in 1958, in hopes of guiding at risk youth to positive futures through mentoring and self-esteem workshops.
For more information about the club, campaign and how to "Buy A Brick" and donate visit their website: http://www.dovercourtkids.com/ThroughTheRoof2.html
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