TITLE: Recognizing Carlos Cuevas for being named Mr. Amigo for 2010.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Carlos Cuevas for being named Mr. Amigo for 2010.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize vocalist Carlos Cuevas, who has been named Mr. Amigo for 2010; and WHEREAS, For 40 years, the Mr. Amigo honoree has been chosen from a field of candidates of Mexican leaders and entertainers, whose endeavors and accomplishments are personified by such former winners as Angelica Vale, Cantinflas, and Veronica Castro; and WHEREAS, Known as the King of Bolero, Carlos Cuevas began his recording career in 1981 with the release of Gatita Asustada;fusing a Latin beat with the expression of romanticism, he has toured the world, performing with such artists as former Mr. Amigo, Armando Manzanero, and renowned tenor, Pl cido Domingo; and WHEREAS, Among his best-known albums is Boler pera,a blend of boleros and operatic arias; this unique combination of sounds and cultures broke new ground in the industry and solidified his place in music history; and WHEREAS, Carlos Cuevas is truly deserving of this prestigious honor for his many contributions to the rich cultural legacy of Latin America; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby commend Carlos Cuevas on his many outstanding achievements and extend congratulations to him on being named Mr. Amigo for 2010; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Lucio President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 22, 2011.