The album Celia Cruz Live: 100 Years of Sugar was awarded the Latin Grammy for Best Recording Package this Thursday. This remarkable production was crafted by Loud And Live Studios and curated by Nelson Albareda, Omer Pardillo-Cid, and Albertico Rodríguez. It features nine previously unreleased tracks by the iconic Queen of Salsa.
"This is a moment of genuine pride for Latin music, culture, and all those who worked tirelessly to spread it worldwide, much like Celia did. We are deeply honored and grateful to receive this Latin Grammy for Celia Cruz Live: 100 Years of Sugar - Best Package Design. Celia was undeniably a trailblazer and visionary, whose contributions remain relevant today. This award truly reflects that," expressed Nelson Albareda on Instagram, who attended the award ceremony.
As the universal executor of Celia's estate, Omer Pardillo-Cid accepted the award with gratitude, thanking Celia for entrusting him with her career and legacy: "Long live Latin music, and I dedicate this award to all Cuban exiles around the world."
A post on the official Instagram of the Cuban artist states, "Celia's contributions to our culture are countless, and we are honored to have the opportunity to bring her resilience and legacy to life through this project." The commemorative compilation honors the centennial of the legendary Guarachera de Cuba, Celia Cruz.
In an unexpected turn, the Latin Recording Academy declared a tie in this category, also awarding the prize to the album Karma by Carlos Ortíz.