Rik Indio

Puerto Rican rising salsa star sensation Rik Indio was raised in Paterson, New Jersey. He grew up listening to Salsa heroes of the 70's, and has been influenced by "the father of Salsa", Frankie Ruiz which was home to native born legendry Salsa Singer, who is someone that Indio admired growing up. Indio's musical style started at home where his father showed him the Spanish folklore style of music using the Quattro guitar. Indio had the privilege to perform back up vocals for Domingo Quinones and Cuban Salsa vocalist Guianko"Yanko"Gomez where he had the opportunity to participate at various events. Indio thanks Domingo for launching him in the music industry. He has the highest respect for Domingo's guidance and wisdom. Domingo says "Indio's songs are remarkable and is guaranteed to be a hit" Indio had the honor to share the stage for a tribute to Hector Lavoe, produced by the late and beloved Ralph Mercado with legends such as Willie Colon, Oscar DeLeon, Cheo Felicano, Ismael Miranda, La India and Domingo Quinones. Indio has appeared in the 116th festival for the Daily News and Puerto Rican day parade in NYC. Indio's love of music will have listeners appreciate his ability as a vocalist with his interpretation of Salsa being youthful with an urban approach. His singing and music is incorporated with a lust and passion for tempo and lyrics. His technique is injecting new blood, new style and vision for this genre. His sharp edge presentation of his music will showcase his instinctive understanding of salsa rhythms and beats. He demonstrates a passion for performing; he exhibits motivation to take creative risks. Salsa and Swing is what Indio brings to the stage and airwaves. Indio is set to debut his album titled "Taino de Puerto Rico Para el Mundo"… With the anticipation of the upcoming release, Indio is planning to go on a promotional tour and fill the venues and airwaves with Salsa and a lot of Swing. Indio's first single "Quiero Amar a Otra" hit the airwaves in February and has received high praises from DJ's in all markets in the United States, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, South America, Mexico, Canada and Europe. Indio is an astounding artist who is about to give his own meaning and unique style to the world. Indio's charisma will lead him through a musical path of artistry and stardom.
Rik Indio, una sensacional y futura estrella de la salsa puertorriquena fue criado en Patterson, New Jersey. El crecio escuchando los heroes salseros de los anos 70's y fue influenciado por "El padre de la salsa" Frankie Ruiz, a quien admiro desde nino. El estilo musical de Indio comenzo en su hogar donde su padre con el cuatro puertorriqueno le enseno el estilo de la musica folklorica. Indio tuvo el privilegio de ser vocalista de Domingo Quinones y de el salsero cubano Guianko "Yanko" Gomez donde obtuvo la oportunidad de participar en varios eventos. Indio agradece a Domingo Quinones por su lazamiento a la industria musical. Indio tiene un gran respeto por sus consejos y su sabiduria. Domingo expreso "El disco esta tan precioso, que garantizo que va ser un exito". Indio participo en un tribute a Hector Lavoe producido por el querido Ralph Mercado donde tuvo el honor de compartir tarima con varias leyendas de la salsa como: Willie Colon, Oscar de Leon, Cheo Feliciano, Ismael Miranda, La India y Domingo Quinones. Tambien ha participado en el festival de la calle 116 en la tarima del Daily News y en el desfile puertorriqueno de la 5ta Avenida en Nueva York. Su amor por la musica hara que sus oyentes aprecien su abilidades como vocalista con su interpretacion de la salsa con una propuesta juvenil y urbana. Su canto y musica es incorporada con lujuria y pasion por ritmos y liricas. Su tecnica injecta nueva sangre, estilo y vision por este genero. La manera en que presenta su musica demostrara su natural conocimiento de los ritmos y sonidos de la salsa. Indio demuestra una gran pasion interpretativa y motivacion para tomar riesgos creativos. Indio esta listo para debutar su album titulado "Taino de Puerto Rico Para el Mundo"…con la anticipacion de su pronto lanzamiento, Indio esta planeando ir a un viaje promocional donde llenara las sedes y ondas con salsa y mucho swing. El primer sencillo "Quiero Amar a Otra" fue lanzado en Febrero y ha recibido altos elogios de DJs en todo el Mercado de Estado Unidos, Puerto Rico, Republica Dominicana, Sur America, Mejico, Canada y Europa. Indio es un artista asombroso, quien esta a punto the dar su propio significado y estilo unico al mundo…Su carisma lo llevara por un sendero musical del arte y el estrellato.