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Finding Connection Through Music with Singer & Songwriter Gerard Flores
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Capítulo 026: On this episode of Ocu-Pasión we are joined by Singer, Actor, and Songwriter Gerard Flores. Listen in as we discuss developing music with a message, forging bonds with audiences, and the role of the Artist in the modern world.
"The role of the artist is to create balance in the world by offering more beauty"
*New single “Vente Ya” out April 8th
Gerard Flores is a bilingual singer and actor from Buenos Aires, Argentina currently living and working in Los Angeles.
After a successful TV and music career in Argentina, Gerard came to the US to take his career to new heights. With a vision of bringing world-class performance to Latin pop music, Gerard set out on the creation of his debut EP. Gerard’s music is inspired by the performance caliber of JLo, the sex symbol status of Ricky Martin and the dance moves of Chayanne. Gerard’s music has a distinct and fresh sound bringing together influences of pop, flamenco and reggaeton in a modern way that connects across cultural lines.
Gerard’s mission is to use music to empower people to be radically authentic regardless of religion, race, sex, sexual orientation or image. Being the victim of bullying as a kid, Gerard experienced the isolation of being different. It was music that shifted Gerard’s mindset from seeing his differences as a liability to seeing his uniqueness as power. Today, Gerard’s music aims to inspire people to celebrate their differences and claim their unique power.
In his first EP as a solo artist, Gerard has partnered with the multi-Grammy nominated and Latin Grammy winner Trevor Muzzy who has produced JLo, Lady Gaga, Alejandro Sanz, Pablo Alborán and RedOne. Gerard co-wrote the songs with Aleena Gibson a Swedish songwriter who is known for working with Jason Derulo, Nick Carter, Chenoa, and David Bisbal.
In Argentina, Gerard had a successful career across television, theater and music. Gerard was a daily cast member of the highest rated TV show in Argentina, Susana Gimenez, recording 300 episodes over the span of multiple years. Prior to Susana Gimenez, Gerard toured throughout Latin America as part of the musical Lucia la Maga directed by the celebrated singer Valeria Lynch. After Lucia la Maga Gerard went on to star in six separate musicals each touring through South America.
In the US, Gerard has been cast in From Dusk Till Dawn: The Series, Harbinger: The Movie, My Secret Lake and multiple international commercials. Gerard has also written and produced a Web Series called Just Living:The Series, which can be found on Amazon Prime.
Follow Gerard:
https://gerardflores.com
https://www.instagram.com/gerardfloresofficial/
Pre-Save "Vente Ya" here: https://show.co/e2LLOMa
Ocu-Pasión Podcast i
Ocu-Pasión Podcast, hosted by Delsy Sandoval, is a heartfelt interview series celebrating the diverse experiences of Latin American/Latinx artists and visionaries. Join us in exploring culture and creativity through meaningful conversations. If you'd like to support the podcast, please rate and review us here. For more information and to get in touch with Delsy, visit www.ocupasionpodcast.com. Connect with us on Instagram @ocupasionpodcast, join our Facebook Group here, and find all episodes on our website www.ocupasionpodcast.com. Don't forget to subscribe to our Substack newsletter at ocupasionpodcast.substack.com for updates and exclusive content. Your support is greatly appreciated!
75 episodes
Manage episode 323854545 series 3290783
Capítulo 026: On this episode of Ocu-Pasión we are joined by Singer, Actor, and Songwriter Gerard Flores. Listen in as we discuss developing music with a message, forging bonds with audiences, and the role of the Artist in the modern world.
"The role of the artist is to create balance in the world by offering more beauty"
*New single “Vente Ya” out April 8th
Gerard Flores is a bilingual singer and actor from Buenos Aires, Argentina currently living and working in Los Angeles.
After a successful TV and music career in Argentina, Gerard came to the US to take his career to new heights. With a vision of bringing world-class performance to Latin pop music, Gerard set out on the creation of his debut EP. Gerard’s music is inspired by the performance caliber of JLo, the sex symbol status of Ricky Martin and the dance moves of Chayanne. Gerard’s music has a distinct and fresh sound bringing together influences of pop, flamenco and reggaeton in a modern way that connects across cultural lines.
Gerard’s mission is to use music to empower people to be radically authentic regardless of religion, race, sex, sexual orientation or image. Being the victim of bullying as a kid, Gerard experienced the isolation of being different. It was music that shifted Gerard’s mindset from seeing his differences as a liability to seeing his uniqueness as power. Today, Gerard’s music aims to inspire people to celebrate their differences and claim their unique power.
In his first EP as a solo artist, Gerard has partnered with the multi-Grammy nominated and Latin Grammy winner Trevor Muzzy who has produced JLo, Lady Gaga, Alejandro Sanz, Pablo Alborán and RedOne. Gerard co-wrote the songs with Aleena Gibson a Swedish songwriter who is known for working with Jason Derulo, Nick Carter, Chenoa, and David Bisbal.
In Argentina, Gerard had a successful career across television, theater and music. Gerard was a daily cast member of the highest rated TV show in Argentina, Susana Gimenez, recording 300 episodes over the span of multiple years. Prior to Susana Gimenez, Gerard toured throughout Latin America as part of the musical Lucia la Maga directed by the celebrated singer Valeria Lynch. After Lucia la Maga Gerard went on to star in six separate musicals each touring through South America.
In the US, Gerard has been cast in From Dusk Till Dawn: The Series, Harbinger: The Movie, My Secret Lake and multiple international commercials. Gerard has also written and produced a Web Series called Just Living:The Series, which can be found on Amazon Prime.
Follow Gerard:
https://gerardflores.com
https://www.instagram.com/gerardfloresofficial/
Pre-Save "Vente Ya" here: https://show.co/e2LLOMa
Ocu-Pasión Podcast i
Ocu-Pasión Podcast, hosted by Delsy Sandoval, is a heartfelt interview series celebrating the diverse experiences of Latin American/Latinx artists and visionaries. Join us in exploring culture and creativity through meaningful conversations. If you'd like to support the podcast, please rate and review us here. For more information and to get in touch with Delsy, visit www.ocupasionpodcast.com. Connect with us on Instagram @ocupasionpodcast, join our Facebook Group here, and find all episodes on our website www.ocupasionpodcast.com. Don't forget to subscribe to our Substack newsletter at ocupasionpodcast.substack.com for updates and exclusive content. Your support is greatly appreciated!
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