Maná’s “Drama y Luz” Is The Best-Selling Latin Album Of The Year According to Billboard

Maná’s “Drama y Luz” Is The Best-Selling Latin Album Of The Year According to Billboard

Although Only Released In The Middle Of April, The Latest Album From the Mexican Rock Superstars Has Already Sold More Copies Than Any Other Latin Album In The First Six Months of 2011

Likewise, The Album’s First Single "Lluvia al Corazón” Posted The Most Weeks At #1 This Year On The “Hot Latin Songs” Chart, While Recently Released Second Single “Amor Clandestino” Is Now Climbing Quickly As Well
(See the New Video Here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HL4HjQwMx-o)

This Past Week Also Saw The Triple-Grammy Winning Band Continue Latin Music’s Most Successful Tour Of The Year, Filling Arenas In Miami, Orlando, Atlanta, Washington D.C., Newark And Boston

Maná Will Conclude The First U.S. Leg Of The Drama y Luz Tour This Week With An Impressive Two Sold-Out Nights At The Allstate Arena In Chicago.

“The Mexican rockers are savoring success with their first tour in four years, and an album that won't quit the top of the Latin Billboard charts … Billboard Magazine lists Mana as the third-biggest grossing act [last] week after U2 and Celine Dion”
- ABC News/ The Associated Press

CMN MAKES THE "FAST 50" AGAIN!

CMN is proud to announce its selection once again into Crains’ “Fast 50” list, recognizing the 50 fastest growing companies in Chicago. This is the third recognition for CMN by Crain’s, as the company was also selected to the list in 2008 and 2010. The award also marks CMN’s third award in three months, following its Billboard Marketing Award for “Best Tour Campaign” (Vive Tu Musica With 5 Gum) and last month’s Gold Ex Award for “Best Multicultural Campaign” (Budweiser Futbol Kings). To read the article, please visit http://www.chicagobusiness.com/article/20110604/ISSUE02/110609900/40-cardenas-marketing-network-inc.

CMN NAMES PEDRO BONILLA NATIONAL ACCOUNT SALES EXECUTIVE

Former William Morris Agency Executive to Focus on New Business Initiatives for CMN

Cardenas Marketing Network (CMN) has hired Pedro Bonilla as its new National Account Sales Executive. Bonilla brings a wealth of marketing, sales and business development experience to CMN, and his addition brings a total of 40 full-time employees to the award-winning, multicultural experiential marketing agency. Bonilla will be working out of CMN’s Miami office.

“Pedro is a very skilled and seasoned sales executive and we’re delighted that he’s joined the CMN family,” said CMN Executive Vice President Elena Sotomayor. “Pedro has a passion for marketing entertainment and earned important accolades while at William Morris and the Universal Music Group. We’re looking forward to having him develop new initiatives for CMN and enhancing programs for our clients.”

Bonilla was born and raised in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic and at the age of 13, he and his family emigrated to the U.S. A graduate of Washington University in St. Louis, Bonilla received a BFA in Visual Communications with an emphasis in Graphic Design and Marketing in 1999.

Bonilla started his entertainment career as the first agent trainee in the Miami office of the William Morris Agency in 2003. During his time at William Morris, Bonilla worked in various departments, including TV, music and branded entertainment. His knowledge of the entertainment industry, marketing background, and biculturalism provided him the opportunity to expand into both the English-language and Spanish-language markets of the business. As a result, Bonilla spearheaded the Latin Celebrity Endorsements Department for the international talent agency.

In April 2010, Bonilla joined the Universal Music Group, where he served as Director of Branded Entertainment Partnerships for the U.S. Hispanic Market. There, he focused on commercial opportunities for the entire Universal Music Latin Entertainment catalogue. These opportunities included celebrity endorsements, tour sponsorships, licensing, digital marketing/ content development and brand integrations.

“It is with great enthusiasm that I join the CMN family. CMN has a long-standing and respected reputation in the entertainment industry and has quickly become a powerhouse in the event activation and experiential marketing landscape,” said Bonilla. “CMN understands that with the ever changing population of the nation comes a new definition of the American consumer. It is imperative to have culturally relevant marketing campaigns as the population becomes more diverse. We strive to ideate, create and provide relevant marketing solutions by creating memorable experiences for consumers and delivering a great return on their investment. "

Bonilla is part of Diageo North America’s Multicultural Advisory Group and a former member of the selection committee for the Hispanic Heritage Awards. He and his family reside in Ft. Lauderdale, FL.

About CMN
Cardenas Marketing Network (CMN) – with its newly created CMN Sports Division – is the leading multicultural event marketing and sponsorship agency in the U.S. CMN elevates industry standards by developing fully integrated, award-winning campaigns that bring brands to life and fuel loyalty. With offices in Chicago, Los Angeles and Miami, CMN applies strategic thinking and flawless execution that drives consumers to retail and delivers results anywhere in the country.

MARC ANTHONY ANNOUNCES DATES FOR U.S. TOUR!! TICKETS ON SALE NATIONWIDE FRIDAY AT 10AM!

CHICAGO (May 18, 2011) – Cardenas Marketing Network (CMN) announced that tickets for all shows featuring five-time Grammy Award winner Marc Anthony and his greatly anticipated U.S. Tour will go on sale Friday, May 20 at 10:00 a.m. via Ticketmaster outlets nationwide. Anthony is set to kick off his stateside tour at the State Fair Grounds on Sept. 1 in Minneapolis. In addition to producing his U.S. tour, CMN is also producing Anthony’s current Latin American tour.

“I am really excited about visiting some of my favorite cities on this tour. I can’t wait to share my music with all my fans and to partner one more time with CMN for my upcoming U.S. tour,” said Anthony.

Tickets for the U.S. tour can be purchased by calling Ticketmaster at 1-800-745-3000 or online at www.ticketmaster.com.

MARC ANTHONY LIVE / CMN 2011 TOUR SCHEDULE
9/1 STATE FAIR GROUNDS MINNEAPOLIS, MN 8:00 P.M.
9/3 STATE FAIR GROUNDS ALLENTOWN, PA 8:00 P.M.
9/9 IZOD CENTER EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ 8:00 P.M.
9/10 MOHEGAN SUN ARENA UNCASVILLE, CT 8:00 P.M.
9/16 AMERICAN AIRLINES ARENA MIAMI, FL 8:00 P.M.
9/18 AMWAY CENTER ORLANDO, FL 8:00 P.M.
9/22 VIEJAS ARENA SAN DIEGO, CA 8:00 P.M.
9/23 ORACLE ARENA OAKLAND, CA 8:00 P.M.
9/24 GIBSON AMPHITHEATRE LOS ANGELES, CA 8:00 P.M.

Marc Anthony has sold over 12 million albums worldwide, making him one of the most influential artists of his time and a true ambassador of Latin music and culture. He has been awarded countless Standard gold and platinum certifications from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). His influence was significantly recognized when he was included in the Top 10 List of influential New Yorkers compiled by New York Magazine. The Miami Dolphins minority owner, who has also established a highly credible acting résumé, was recognized with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute in Washington D.C. in September 2009.

May 2010 marked the release of his latest production, “Iconos” (Icons), an all ballad Spanish album produced by Marc Anthony and Julio Reyes including eight titles of his favorite balladeers and two original songs--both written by Julio Reyes and Anthony. “Iconos” was #1 on the Top Selling and Airplay lists of Billboard Magazine for six consecutive weeks upon its release and garnered him Platinum status.

This summer he will return to the hit TV series HawthoRNe on TNT and his new clothing and accessories line will be available at Kohl’s this fall.

For more information on Marc Anthony, please visit http://www.marcanthonyonline.com.

MANA ADDS SECOND CHICAGO SHOW!!

Tickets Go On Sale May 12 at 10AM for New Show at the Allstate Arena


CHICAGO -- Cardenas Marketing Network (CMN) and Viva Entertainment announced that tickets will go on sale Thursday, May 12 at 10:00 a.m. CST for Grammy® Award-winning rock band Mana’s recently added Chicago show on Friday, July 22 at the Allstate Arena (8:00 p.m.). The previously announced show set for July 21 is sold out. The shows are part of the Mexican quartet’s much anticipated “Drama Y Luz” World Tour, which kicks off next month in Puerto Rico.

Tickets priced at $95, $80, $59, and $38, not including applicable service charges, go on sale Thursday, May 12 at 10:00 a.m. and can be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com or by calling 1-800-745-3000. For more information, please visit http://www.cmnevents.com/MANACHICAGOTEASER.aspx.

"We’re ecstatic about bringing more of Mana to Chicago fans with this second show,” said Henry Cardenas, Chief Executive Officer at CMN. “Mana is one of the most important bands ever to emerge onto the rock/alternative scene, not just in Latin America but also worldwide. They have always enjoyed great success in Chicago and we’re confident they’ll do the same this year.”

In addition to the two Chicago shows, CMN will also be producing shows for Mana in Atlanta (July 10), Washington, D.C. (July 14) and Boston (July 17).

Mana recently announced the addition of a fourth show at Los Angeles’ Staples Center. The sold out shows complement a string of recent accomplishments by the band including the release of their new, top-selling album, “Drama y Luz” and their “Artist Excellence of the Year” award, which they captured earlier this year at Premios Lo Nuestro (Univision). For more information on Mana, please visit http://www.mana.com.mx.

CMN CAPTURES BILLBOARD LATIN MUSIC MARKETING AWARD FOR "BEST TOUR CAMPAIGN"

CMN CAPTURES BILLBOARD LATIN MUSIC MARKETING AWARD FOR “BEST TOUR CAMPAIGN”
Agency Wins Inaugural Award for Vive Tu Musica With 5 Featuring Daddy Yankee and Reik

CMN has captured the first ever Billboard Marketing Award in the category of “Best Tour Campaign” for Vive Tu Musica With 5 Featuring Daddy Yankee and Reik. Billboard recognized four groups for their outstanding contributions in four areas including Online/Social, Print, Tour and TV. The awards were announced Tuesday night during the 22nd Annual Billboard Latin Music Conference in Miami Beach, and the inaugural “Best Tour Campaign” award was presented to CMN by Billboard Editorial Director Bill Werde.

"It's very satisfying that the work of many people is being recognized," said Juan Carlos Davila, Sr. Director of Multicultural Marketing at Wrigley. "People have worked hard and with their hearts."

CMN’s first prize finish for “Vive Tu Musica With 5” beat out top agencies and campaigns including: Eventus for Dr Pepper and the Camila Dejarte de Amar 2010 U.S. Tour ; The Marketing Arm/State Farm for Music is my Ticket to Make Things Happen featuring Luis Enrique, JenCarlos, Xtreme, Dareyes de la Sierra, El Compa Chuy; and Tribal Brands for Verizon Presenta Los Tigres del Norte.

Following are the 2011 Billboard Marketing Award Winners:

· Best Tour Campaign - Cardenas Marketing Network for Vive tu Musica with 5™, featuring Daddy Yankee& Reik.

· Best Print Campaign - Universal Music Latin America for Para Ellas, featuring David Bisbal

· Best TV Campaign - Alma DDB for House Party, featuring Bomba Stereo / Systema Solar / El Tambor de la Tribu

· Best Online/Social Media Campaign - Universal Music Latin Entertainment for Don Omar: King of the Internet

The awards were judged by a panel that included Borja Perez, Vice President of Integrated Solutions & Digital Media, Social@Telemundo, Telemundo Communications Group; Kevin McKiernan, President/CEO of Creative License and Cynthia Corzo, Editor of Hispanic Market Weekly.

MANA ANNOUNCES DATES FOR "DRAMA Y LUZ" U.S. TOUR


For Immediate Release


MANA ANNOUNCES DATES FOR “DRAMA Y LUZ” U.S. TOUR
Tickets Go On Sale Friday at 10:00 a.m.
“Drama y Luz” Debuts at # 1 on the NielsenSoundscan Charts
CHICAGO (April 25, 2011) – Cardenas Marketing Network (CMN) today announced that tickets go on sale April 29 for Grammy® Award-winning rock band Mana and its highly anticipated “Drama Y Luz” World Tour, which kicks off June 16 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Of the 12 initial U.S. dates, CMN will be producing four shows, including the July 21 concert at the Allstate Arena. The last time the band stopped in Chicago, in 2007, they reached an unprecedented feat by drawing more than 40,000 fans across three sold-out shows at the Allstate Arena—the first time ever for a Latin act in the Midwest.

Tickets for the stateside tour go on sale on Friday, April 29 at 10:00 a.m. CST and can be purchased by visiting Ticketmaster.com or by calling 1-800-745-3000. Fans can also secure their tickets at the venues directly. For more information, please visit cmnevents.com.

MANA /CMN “DRAMA Y LUZ” 2011 TOUR SCHEDULE
JULY 10 GWINNETT CENTER ATLANTA, GA 8:00 p.m.
JULY 14 PATRIOT CENTER* WASHINGTON, D.C. 8:00 p.m.
JULY 17 AGGANIS ARENA BOSTON, MA 8:00 p.m.
JULY 21 ALLSTATE ARENA^ CHICAGO, IL 8:00 p.m.

*Co-Produced with Live Nation
^Co-Produced with Viva Entertainment

Following its record-breaking “Amar Es Combatir” World Tour (2007-2008), Mana is set to return to the stage in support of its new production, “Drama Y Luz.” The album, which was released April 12, debuted at # 1 in several countries including Mexico, United States, Argentina, Chile, Spain and Puerto Rico, and has already produced record sales. “Drama Y Luz” reached the TOP 5 on Billboard’s TOP 200 chart, while its first single “Lluvia Al Corazón”, continues at # 1 since its release, proving that Mana is still today’s most powerful and influential Latin rock band.

For more information on Mana, please visit http://www.mana.com.mx .

About CMN
Cardenas Marketing Network (CMN) – with its newly created CMN Sports Division – is the nation’s leading multicultural event marketing and sponsorship agency. CMN elevates industry standards by developing original, award-winning programs that bring brands to life, fuel loyalty and captivate the hearts and minds of millions of consumers each year. With offices in Chicago, Los Angeles and Miami, and a dynamic team of bilingual professionals, CMN applies strategic thinking and flawless execution to deliver results anywhere in the U.S. For more information, please visit cmnevents.com.


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