Karina Nuvo is propelled
by a powerful heart-force that ensures she never
backs away from adversity. Nothing, not even a debilitating
illness, could keep her from pursuing her dreams.
She found her home and her strength in her voice
and will never let go.
Karina couples classic musical influences with
her own heartfelt instincts and authenticity, resulting
in an unrivaled sound best described as Nuvo Soul.
Her vocal styling conveys a sultry unapologetic
power, balanced by her sensual clarity and broadened
along a gospel / rock edge.
The singer hails from Miami and is a first generation
Cuban-American. She writes and sings fluently in
both English and Spanish, extending her appeal across
cultures.
"My music encompasses all cultures, races
and genders…there’s gospel, there’s
R&B, there’s disco, and there’s
Latin jazz. As long as it’s soulful and authentic,"
said Karina.
She’s so versatile, she has worked with some
of the most distinguished jazz, R& B and blues
singers in the world.
It wasn’t until Karina was 19 years old,
however, that she became aware that her voice was
far beyond ordinary, which explains an initial bout
with stage fright. She began performing original
songs around Miami, but decided she needed to follow
her aspirations to the West Coast. After moving
to Los Angeles to pursue her career she was stricken
by illness and forced to abandon her dreams for
six long years. And with the same uncompromising
strength that she lives by today, Karina emerged
with an unstoppable creative drive. Meanwhile, she
has selected an amazing team of talented people
to ensure her vision can be realized.
"I’m living other people’s dreams,
and I don’t take that for granted because
I sat for six years watching others live my dreams!"
Karina is an artist who will have a tremendous
affect on you. In particular, her live show includes
a spicy salsa-flavored rendition of "Shining
Star," Karina’s homage to the group that
has influenced her the most, Earth, Wind and Fire.
Her message is inspiring and positive and her delivery
will uplift even the most cynical spirit.
Karina integrates every element of her mind, body
and soul into her music, which has produced odes
to the homeland she has never seen, "Cuba,"
as well as gospel numbers like "Waiting for
My Kingdom to Come," that expose her soul while
inspiring others to charge on with positiveness.
She is determined to spearhead a soulful sound and
hopes to one day bring her music back to her parent’s
homeland. Her debut album is in production and will
be released in the new year.
"My music is what I’ve created from
all the things that inspire me. It’s Nuvo
Soul."
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