Second Street Live Presents – Raul Malo

RAUL MALO: Main Stage Clearly, followers of Raul Malo’s eclectic career – both as a key figure in the formation of The Mavericks and after – know a talent as mighty as his simply can’t be denied. Considered to be one of the finest singers in the world, Malo has always crossed cultures and blurred musical boundaries, breaking new ground with his distinctive balance of vintage sound and contemporary attitude. He has very diverse musical influences that include Latin rhythms from his Cuban Heritage, as well as the classic music of Roy Orbison, Patsy Cline and Elvis Presley. His glorious voice has been rapturously described by the New York Times as “exceptional” and the Wall Street Journal as “exquisite.” Its crystal purity is simply unmatched by any other singer’s today. After close to 20 years of making music, Malo is having more fun than ever. "I get to play exactly what I want. I have a great band. I have great fans," he says. "It’s really fantastic." Come out and become a fan!  Second Street Live is located at 101 North 2nd Avenue in Fort Smith, Arkansas. http://www.secondstreetlive.com