Desde La Bahia: San Francisco - TT: From the Bay: San Francisco - Artículo Breve

Latin Beat Magazine, Sept, 2001 by Jesse Varela

"Ralph Mercado is one of the true innovators and pioneers in the Latin music business," announced Zach Horowitz, president of UMG. "His record company, RMM, since its inception in 1987, has been the preeminent label for tropical music and home of some of the most renowned artists in the Latin music world. That musical legacy, along with RMM's impressive current artist roster, are exciting additions to our company. We look forward to building upon the success that Ralph Mercado has achieved."

"I am delighted with the transaction and I am excited that our family of RMM recording artists have found an appropriate new home with Universal. I look forward to a continuing role in the music industry," replied Ralph Mercado, president of RMM.

In Mercado's 40-year career as a promoter, producer, talent agent and record company president, he has proven to be a survivor. From his days with Fania he helped pave the path for a generation of artists to follow. ¡Hasta la próxima! chuyvarela@aol.com.