Erie Times - "Grupo Fuego Brings the Fire to Metropolitan"
Cleveland isn't exactly known as a hotbed for Latin music, but Grupo Fuego -- aka the Fire Group -- is trying to change that.
Since 1999, Grupo Fuego has played its energetic, powerfully rhythmic blend of Latin styles at festivals and clubs throughout the Midwest, as well as in assorted East Coast cities.
"We've been doing it a long time," said Julio Rodriguez, the group's band leader and keyboard player. "It's a hard experience, especially in the Midwest. It's harder to find gigs. It would be a different…Read more
Since 1999, Grupo Fuego has played its energetic, powerfully rhythmic blend of Latin styles at festivals and clubs throughout the Midwest, as well as in assorted East Coast cities.
"We've been doing it a long time," said Julio Rodriguez, the group's band leader and keyboard player. "It's a hard experience, especially in the Midwest. It's harder to find gigs. It would be a different…Read more
Cool Cleveland Magazine - "Sounds Section"
Grupo Fuego, which translates to “The Fire Group,” formed in the fall of 1999 as a six-piece Latin band with Afro-Cuban leanings and urban flair. Latin bands for the past ten years and have a rich repertoire of Latin grooves. They describe their music as “tropical music full of hot rhythms combined with cool melodies to the sounds of merengue, reggaeton, bachata, salsa, and balada.”
It’s hot stuff. With a wide range of styles, GF appeals to a broad range of music fans, with an energy filled approach to…Read more
It’s hot stuff. With a wide range of styles, GF appeals to a broad range of music fans, with an energy filled approach to…Read more
LatinMusicNow.net - "Review"
***** (5 stars!!!)
This CD is quite a pleasant surprize. At first play of this CD I noticed the quality of the music and production. Every song is a quality hit, these young gentlemen are truely talented and know what they are doing. They have produced a high quality Merengue CD that will please any party crowd and merengue lover. I dare you to put this on and stand still - impossible!! Again these are very talented voices with quality hits. Im glad its part of my music collection. Also on the CD are…Read more
This CD is quite a pleasant surprize. At first play of this CD I noticed the quality of the music and production. Every song is a quality hit, these young gentlemen are truely talented and know what they are doing. They have produced a high quality Merengue CD that will please any party crowd and merengue lover. I dare you to put this on and stand still - impossible!! Again these are very talented voices with quality hits. Im glad its part of my music collection. Also on the CD are…Read more
Media Services NYC - "Grupo Fuego's Muevelo, Exploding at Radio"
Album produced by
3 Time Grammy ™ Winner Freddy Mendez.
Remixes produced by DJ Creme of The Commissioners, and DJ Papito Red, Winner of the PEPSI (Power 92) Best Unsigned Reggaeton Artist Contest.
Grupo Fuego's NEW SINGLE "Muevelo", is currently airing on KTU (New York)
and all around the US.
Grupo Fuego has been part of many Latino and multi-cultural events including performances at Latino del Norte Arts' Festival, Cincy-Cinco Festival in Cincinnati, Fiesta Olé in Louisville, Toledo Latinofest, an…Read more
3 Time Grammy ™ Winner Freddy Mendez.
Remixes produced by DJ Creme of The Commissioners, and DJ Papito Red, Winner of the PEPSI (Power 92) Best Unsigned Reggaeton Artist Contest.
Grupo Fuego's NEW SINGLE "Muevelo", is currently airing on KTU (New York)
and all around the US.
Grupo Fuego has been part of many Latino and multi-cultural events including performances at Latino del Norte Arts' Festival, Cincy-Cinco Festival in Cincinnati, Fiesta Olé in Louisville, Toledo Latinofest, an…Read more
La Raza Newspaper - "Merengue, Pura Candela"
Al escuchar sus canciones se entiende fácil que sus influencias son los merengueros de éxito, pero al mismo tiempo la bachata -que también interpretan-, la salsa, el reggaetón, las baladas románticas y hasta las cumbias.
Julio L. Rodríguez es el pianista que dirige la orquesta de 13 músicos que tiene su base en Cleveland, Ohio, y que se formó en 1998. Todos sus miembros son puertorriqueños y "es por eso que nuestro merengue tiene un sabor diferente, tanto en su música como en sus ritmos", dijo a La Raza al…Read more
Julio L. Rodríguez es el pianista que dirige la orquesta de 13 músicos que tiene su base en Cleveland, Ohio, y que se formó en 1998. Todos sus miembros son puertorriqueños y "es por eso que nuestro merengue tiene un sabor diferente, tanto en su música como en sus ritmos", dijo a La Raza al…Read more
Indie Street Latino - "Interview"
Where did your name originate and what does it mean to you?
Our name “Grupo Fuego” means “The Fire Group”. We decided to go with that name to describe the intensity and flavor of our music. We play music that makes your body move with hot and sexy dances.
How would you describe your music in your own words?
We cover the genres of Caribbean music including merengue, salsa, and bachata. We also include the genres of reggaeton and occasional ballads. Our music concentrates on festive, romantic, and patriotic…Read more
Our name “Grupo Fuego” means “The Fire Group”. We decided to go with that name to describe the intensity and flavor of our music. We play music that makes your body move with hot and sexy dances.
How would you describe your music in your own words?
We cover the genres of Caribbean music including merengue, salsa, and bachata. We also include the genres of reggaeton and occasional ballads. Our music concentrates on festive, romantic, and patriotic…Read more
El Playero Newspaper - "Grupo Fuego"
Los contagiosos ritmos de la musica latina tienen a la ciudad de Cleveland, Ohio, prendida en fuego. Una parte integral de este fenomeno en esa ciudad, ha sido el explosivo atractivo del Grupo Fuego.
Formado en el otoño de 1999, Grupo Fuego esta bendecido con un talento musical que ha permanecido constante y unido a traves de los años, y lo que ha resultado en un sonido potente y unico. Grupo Fuego ha compartido el escenario con muchas de las leyendas de esta gran musica, entre ellas: Victor Manuelle, Elvis… Read more
Formado en el otoño de 1999, Grupo Fuego esta bendecido con un talento musical que ha permanecido constante y unido a traves de los años, y lo que ha resultado en un sonido potente y unico. Grupo Fuego ha compartido el escenario con muchas de las leyendas de esta gran musica, entre ellas: Victor Manuelle, Elvis… Read more
Extra Newspaper - "Caribbean Beats on Fire"
For the young and old, Grupo Fuego will leave you hot and wanting to move your hips. Their name is “Grupo Fuego,” and so is the concept behind their style. “We are a music collaboration, we make bachata, merengue, reggaeton, romantic ballads and more to please our young and old people,” says director Julio Rodriguez, who plays piano in the orchestra. “We are 13 musicians, a real orchestra but depending on the concert or club space, we have to adapt ourselves to the client budget.” This group has a little of…Read more