Elida Reyna

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Elida Reyna

Nov. 11, 2010 - Elida Reyna won a LATIN Grammy Award. Unlike Selena who won an American Grammy in 1994.
Born Elida Reyna
(1972-08-17) August 17, 1972
San Antonio, Texas, United States
Other names

Elida

La Reina De Mágico Valle
Net worth 30k
Height 4'8"

Musical career

Genres Tejano, Ranchera
Occupation(s) Singer-songwriter
Instruments Vocals
Years active 1992–Present
Labels Voltage Entertainment, Tejas Records, South Central Music, Freddie Records
Associated acts Elida Reyna Y Avante, Jesse Turner of Siggno, Michael Salgado, Shelly Lares, Stefani Montiel, Las 3 Divas, Jimmy González , Chris Perez, Jonny Martinez, Eddie Gonzalez, Ruben De La Cruz, Los Desperadoz, Gilberto Perez, Lucky Joe, Noe Hernandez, Epi Martinez, Chente Barrera, Jose Zamora, Yeyo, Jose Luis Davila of Grupo Mojado

Elida Reyna also known as Elida (born San Antonio, Texas, 17 August 1972) is an American Tejano music singer.[1][2]

Her band Elida Reyna Y Avante, also known as Elida Y Avante (EYA), is a Latin Grammy Award winning Tejano band formed in the Rio Grande Valley in 1992. Their first two albums "Atrevete" (1994) and "Algo Entero" (1996) were qualified for gold status and produced the popular singles "Luna Llena"and "Lagrimas De Amor". They were awarded "Billboard" Magazines "Revelacion Del Año" award, and were named "Rising Group of the Year" at the TTMA Industry Awards in 1995. Their 2010 album, "Fantasia", earned them a Latin Grammy Award. Lead singer Elida Reyna was given a place in the "Tejano Roots Hall of Fame".

Biography

Elida Reyna was born in San Antonio, TX. She first lived in Dallas, TX, but she lived in a bad neighborhood, and her grandmother had been ill, so her family decided to move to Mercedes, TX when she was 8 years old. She was then raised in Mercedes. Growing up she listened to Tejano Music legends like Roberto Pulido, La Mafia, Grupo Mazz and Laura Canales. Canales and her music had a big influence on Elida. Canales showed Elida that Tejano music wasn't just for guys. Reyna is known as "La Reina Del Valle Mágico" ("The Queen of Magic Valley") Reyna began singing at quinceaneras and weddings in 1988. In 1991, while studying at Pan American University in Edinburg, Texas, she met arranger Noel Hernandez. Hernandez later became the bass player for the band. In 1992, Reyna abandoned her studies to pursue music full-time.

Elida Y Avante

Elida Reyna Y Avante
Background information
Also known as Elida Y Avante, EYA
Origin Rio Grande Valley, TX
Genres Tejano, Ranchera
Years active 1992 (1992)–present
Labels Voltage Entertainment, Tejas Records, South Central Music, Freddie Records
Associated acts Jesse Turner of Siggno, Michael Salgado, Shelly Lares, Stefani Montiel, Las 3 Divas, Jimmy González, Chris Perez, Jonny Martinez, Eddie Gonzalez, Ruben De La Cruz, Los Desperadoz, Gilberto Perez, Lucky Joe, Noe Hernandez, Epi Martinez, Chente Barrera, Jose Zamora, Yeyo, Jose Luis Davila of Grupo Mojado
Members
  • Elida Reyna
  • Lalo Reyna,III
  • Danny Bazan
  • Roberto Longoria
  • Dusty Reyes
  • Jacob DeLeon
  • Nicolas Rodriguez
Past members
  • Cande Aguilar Jr.
  • Noel Hernandez
  • Larry Villanueva
  • Juan Martinez
  • Randy Villarreal
  • Epifanio Martinez
  • Casey Palma
  • Pete "Tiny" Gutiérrez
  • Robbie Esparza
  • Leroy Esparza
  • Michael Molini
  • Crystal Martinez
  • Chrissy Guerrero
  • Diane Herrera

She formed Elida Y Avante in 1992 in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas. They released their first album Atrevete in 1994 under La Mafia's label at the time, Voltage Entertainment. This album spawned the hit "Luna Llena" They received TTMA Industry Awards for "Rising Group of the Year" and "Rising Female Vocalist of the Year" in 1995. It went gold (denoting sales of at least 50,000 units), propelled by the hit single "Luna Llena" and Hernandez's use of a stand-up bass to create a unique sound. Before they could enjoy their success, however, they were feuding with Voltage. Groups rarely leave a powerhouse like Voltage (with its major-label distribution) unless they've already lined up another company with comparable juice, so Elida y Avante shocked the industry by going out on its own. The group self-released one single and then did something nearly as shocking by signing in 1996 with unknown Tejas Records in San Antonio, which had released just one album—and a blues album at that. In 1996, Reyna won the TTMA Award for "Rising Female Star" and in 1997, she hosted the Pura Vida Awards. At the 1999 Tejano Music Awards, Elida Y Avante won "Most Promising Band of the Year". In 2000 Reyna scored big with a Ranchera song entitled, "Duele". At that years Tejano Music Awards, Reyna won "Female Vocalist of the Year", "Female Entertainer of the Year", & "Song of the Year", with "Duele". Reyna has since traveled the world, performing in Asia and Europe.

Las 3 Divas

In 2005, Reyna and fellow Tejano singers Shelly Lares, and Stefani Montiel, formed the girl group "Las 3 Divas". Their debut album Las 3 Divas earned rave reviews, plenty of radio airtime and critical acclaim even winning "Show Band of The Year". This album spawned the hits "La Cumbia Del Oeste" and "Hey Boy". Later that year, Las 3 Divas went on a 21-day tour overseas to entertain the troops. The "Armed Forces Entertainment Tour" began on September 27, 2005 and ended on October 17, 2005.

In 2007, Reyna signed with record label Freddie Records, and released her first album with them Domingo. Reyna has been featured in numerous magazines and other Latin publications. At the 2010 – 30th Anniversary Tejano Music Awards, Reyna won two Decade Ballots for "Female Vocalist of the 2000′s" & "Best Song of the 2000′s" with Duele. Reyna has also performed for President Barack Obama at the Latino Inaugural Ball, where she performed a duet "Quedemos Como Amigos" with fellow Tejano singer Michael Salgado. Reyna appeared in the Motion Picture "Harvest Of Redemption" directed by Javier Chapa. In the movie, she performed her hit "Duele". In 2010 Elida Reyna Y Avante released the album Fantasia. This album helped them win a Latin Grammy. Reyna and her band mostly performs at Tejano nightclubs, dances, and music festivals. Some of the bands popular songs include: "Luna Llena", "Te Sigo Amando", "Lagrimas De Amor", "Ya Basta", "Duele", "No Eres Para Mi", "Me Gustas", "Te Voy A Olvidar", "Muevete", "Tu Llegaste", "Cumbia Sabrosa", "Por Dios", "Por Ti", "El Tiki Tac", "Fantasia", "Prefiero Morir", and "Juntos Hasta Morir".

Personal life

Elida is married to Lalo Reyna, III. She has three children: Natalia, Justin, and Leylah.

Discography

  • Atrevete
  • (1994)
  • Elida Y Avante
  • Voltage Entertainment
  1. Atrévete
  2. Brazos Locos
  3. Todo O Nada
  4. Tuya Cariñto
  5. Yo Sin Ti
  6. Te Perdono
  7. Luna Llena
  8. Nada de Ti
  9. Mi Mejor Amiga
  10. Amor Eres Tu
  • Algo Entero
  • (1996)
  • Elida Y Avante
  • Tejas Records
  1. Te Sigo Amando
  2. Prisionera
  3. Una Pesadilla
  4. Lagrimas de Amor
  5. Tu Llegaste
  6. Por Ti
  7. Solo Quiero Jugar
  8. Quiero Volverte Loco
  9. Protejeme
  10. Piel de Porcelana
  11. Narcisco Martinez
  12. Algo Entero
  • Eya 1998
  • (1998)
  • Elida Y Avante
  • Tejas Records
  1. Ya Basta
  2. Promesas Falsas
  3. Dime Donde y Cuando
  4. Nada que Decir
  5. La Huella Mia
  6. Las Cadenas
  7. Te Quiero Amar
  8. Solo a Mi
  9. Viva el Valle
  10. Solo Tuya
  11. Una Lagrimita Por Tu Amor
  12. Duele
  13. Luna Llena (Live from San Antonio)
  • Muevete
  • (2003)
  • Elida Reyna
  • South Central Music
  1. Muevete
  2. Te Voy A Olvidar
  3. Bailala
  4. No lo Quieres Ver
  5. Cuando Estoy Contigo
  6. Por Dios
  7. Cumbia Sabrosa
  8. Sola
  9. Te Voy A Olvidar(Remix)
  10. Por Dios(Remix)
  • Duele: Greatest Hits
  • (2004)
  • Elida Reyna
  • Tejas Records
  1. Duele
  2. La Huella Mia
  3. Te Sigo Amando
  4. Tu Llegaste
  5. El Tiki Tac
  6. No Eres Para Mi
  7. Magico
  8. Te Vi
  9. Muevete
  10. Por Dios
  11. Luna Llena
  12. Ya No
  • Si Me Quieres
  • (2005)
  • Elida Reyna
  • Ce Distributors
  1. Si Me Quieres
  2. Mi Carinito
  3. Contigo
  4. Ese Romantico
  5. Tequila Y Limon
  6. Una Flor
  7. Vas a Ver
  8. Mentirosa
  9. Con Las Manos Vacias
  10. Ya No
  11. Ya No Remix
  12. Muevete Remix
  • Luna Llena
  • (2005)
  • Elida Reyna
  • Discos Emo
  1. Luna Llena
  2. Tuya Carinto
  3. Mi Mejor Amiga
  4. Brazos Locos
  5. Amor Eres Tu
  6. Te Perdono
  7. Nada De Ti
  8. Todo o Nada
  9. Yo sin ti
  10. Atrevete
  • No Eres Para Mi
  • (2001)
  • Elida Reyna
  • Vista Media
  1. Y Que Ganaria
  2. Recuerdos
  3. Lluvia
  4. Buscarte an Otra
  5. Comprendeme
  6. Que Sera
  7. Me Gustas
  8. Te VI
  9. Sigo Amandote
  10. Leona Enjaulada
  11. Sola
  12. No Eres Para Mi
  • Mis Raizes
  • (2006)
  • Elida Reyna
  • Tejas Records
  1. Aquel Amor
  2. Que Tendran Esos Ojos with Jonny Martinez
  3. Sabor De Engano with Eddie Gonzalez
  4. Tormento De Amor with Ruben De La Cruz
  5. Elida's Medley with Los Desperadoz
  6. Cuatro Copas with Gilberto Perez
  7. El Quelite with Lucky Joe
  8. Cuatro Vidas with Noe Hernandez & Epi Martinez
  9. Boleros Del Pasado with Chente Barrera
  10. Con Solo Mirarte
  • Magico
  • (2006)
  • Elida Reyna
  • Tejas Records
  1. Mágico
  2. Mucho a Nada
  3. Déjame
  4. Amiga
  5. Quiero Saber
  6. El Tiki Tac
  7. Dime Quien
  8. Una Despedida y una Flor
  9. Amorcito
  10. Se Busca
  11. Mi Verdadero Amor
  • Domingo
  • (2008)
  • Elida Reyna
  • Freddie Records
  1. Intro
  2. Te Espero
  3. Te Dejare La Luz Prendida
  4. Facil Decir Adios
  5. Lo Hare Por Ti
  6. Todo Es Possible
  7. Domingo
  8. Solo Quiero Amarte
  9. El Es Mi Vida
  10. Infeliz
  11. Pablito
  12. Siempre Nos Quisimos (Duo Con Jesse Turner Of Siggno)
  13. Todo Lo Mio
  14. Apareciste
  • Greatest Hits Vol. 2
  • (2008)
  • Elida Reyna
  • Tejas Records
  1. Amiga
  2. Me Gustas
  3. Algo Entero
  4. Bailala
  5. La Vida Es Un Carnaval (With Las 3 Divas)
  6. Protejeme
  7. Sola
  8. Ya Basta
  9. Elida's Medley (With Los Desperadoz)
  10. Quiero Saber
  11. Lluvia
  12. Te Voy A Olivdar
  • Live
  • (2009)
  • Elida Reyna Y Avante
  • Freddie Records
  1. Intro
  2. Tu Llegaste
  3. Te Sigo Amando
  4. Amor Eres Tu
  5. Dime Donde Y Cuando
  6. Luna Llena
  7. Lagrimas De Amor
  8. Me Gustas
  9. Elida's Medley: Quiero Conocerte/A Donde Vas/Con La Luz Apagada
  10. No Eres Para Mi
  11. Duele
  12. Domingo
  13. Te Espero
  14. Playa Del Sol
  15. Solos Tu Y Yo
  16. Vuelvo A Sonar
  17. Quedemos Como Amigos - Featuring Michael Salgado
  • Fantasia
  • (2010)
  • Elida Reyna Y Avante
  • Freddie Records
  1. No Necesito
  2. Fantasia
  3. Prefiero Morir
  4. No Me Vuelvas A Buscar
  5. Si Quieres Ser
  6. No Me Digas Que Te Vas
  7. Te Quiero
  8. Perdoname
  9. Atrapada En Un Amor
  10. Dejate Llevar
  11. Mi Verdadero Amor
  12. Amor O Costumbre duet with Michael Salgado
  • Simplemente Eya
  • (2011)
  • Elida Reyna Y Avante
  • Freddie Records
  1. Estoy Aqui (Bonus Studio Track)
  2. Tu (Bonus Studio Track)
  3. Juntos Hasta Morir a dueto con Jesse Turner (Bonus Studio Track)
  4. Prefiero Morir (Bonus Track) Version Balada
  5. Fantasia - Live
  6. Te Sigo Amando - Live
  7. Amor Eres Tu - Live
  8. Ya Basta - Live
  9. Dime Donde Y Cuando - Live
  10. Luna Llena - Live
  11. Playa Del Sol - Live
  12. Me Gustas - Live
  13. Infeliz - Live
  14. Quiero Volverte Loco - Live
  15. Atrapada En Un Amor - Live
  16. Duele - Live
  17. Domingo - Live
  18. Prefiero Morir - Live
  • Contigo Descubri
  • (2012)
  • Elida Reyna Y Avante
  • Freddie Records
  1. Prendida De Tu Amor
  2. Atrevete A Sonar
  3. No Mereces Mi Amor
  4. Te Prometo
  5. Dejate Amar
  6. Vive
  7. Dejame Vivir
  8. Contigo Descubri (dueto con Jose Zamora)
  9. Volverte Amar
  10. Dame
  11. Mal Acompanada
  12. Vas A Llorar
  • Lo Mejor
  • (2012)
  • Elida Reyna Y Avante
  • Freddie Records
  1. Prefiero Morir
  2. Juntos Hasta Morir Ft.Jesse Turner of Siggno
  3. Luna Llena
  4. Duele
  5. Dime Donde Y Cuando
  6. Domingo
  7. No Me Digas Que Te Vas
  8. No Necesito
  9. Quedemos Como Amigos Ft. Michael Salgado
  10. Te Espero
  11. Te Dejare La Luz Prendid
  12. Estoy Aqui
  13. Atrapada En Un Amor
  14. Playa Del Sol
  15. Fantasia
  16. Facil Decir Adios
  17. No Me Vuelvas A Buscar
  18. Perdoname
  19. Solos Tu Y Yo
  20. Amor O Costumbre Ft.Michael Salgado
  • EYA Nation
  • (2013)
  • Elida Reyna Y Avante
  • Freddie Records
  1. Muevelo Asi (con participacion de Yeyo)
  2. Una Noche De Pasion
  3. Dezolada
  4. El Amor Que Me Das
  5. Caldo De Pollo (con participacion de Jose Luis Davila,Vocalist of Grupo Mojado)
  6. Siempre Te Recordare (dueto con Jesse Turner)
  7. Ella O Yo
  8. Sangre Latina
  9. Nina (con participacion de Leylah Reyna)
  10. Es Impossible
  11. Como Una Estrella
  12. Pero Es Muy Tarde
  • Al Fin Completa
  • 2014
  • Elida Reyna Y Avante
  • M Music & Entertainment Group, LLC

[Nominations: Latin Grammy Award for Best Tejano Album]
  1. Atrevete Amarme dueto con Ben De Leon y Rolando Benavidez de Solido
  2. Nada, Nada
  3. Sigo Aqui
  4. Feliz Con El
  5. Siempre Seras Para Mi dueto con Jay Perez
  6. Corazon De Hielo
  7. Mi Mejor Amigo
  8. Era Muy Joven
  9. Para Todas Las Mujeres
  10. Me Muero Sin Tu Amor
  11. Por Tu Amor
  12. Vete

Awards

Tejano Music Awards

1999 – 19th Tejano Music Awards - Most Promising Band of the Year - Elida Y Avante

2000 – 20th Tejano Music Awards - Female Vocalist of the Year, Female Entertainer of the Year, Mexican Regional Song - Duele, Song of the Year - Duele.

2003 – 23rd Tejano Music Awards - Vocal Duo Shelly Lares & Elida Reyna – Amiga

2006 – 26th Tejano Music Awards - Crossover Song of the Year - Hey Boy – Las 3 Divas (Reyna, Montiel & Lares)

2007 – 27th Tejano Music Awards - Female Vocalist of the Year, Album of the Year – Conjunto – Mis Raizes, Crossover Song of the Year - Las 3 Divas – Slip ‘N’ Slide, Showband of the Year - Las 3 Divas

2008 – 28th Tejano Music Awards - Song of the Year (Elida’s Medley), Female Vocalist of the Year.

2009 – 29th Tejano Music Awards - Female Vocalist of the Year.

2010 – 30th Anniversary Tejano Music Awards - Female Vocalist of the Year, DECADE BALLOT WINNERS - Female Vocalist 2000′s, Best Song 2000′s (Duele)

2011 – 31st Tejano Music Awards - Song of the Year (Prefiero Morir), Female Vocalist of the Year, Entertainer of the Year, Album of the Year – Tejano - Fantasia, Vocal Duo of the Year Elida Reyna & Michael Salgado – Amor O Costumbre

2012 – 32nd Tejano Music Awards - Song of the Year - Juntos Hasta Morir – Elida Reyna and Jesse Turner, Female Vocalist of the Year, Entertainer of the Year.

Latin Grammy Awards 2010

Best Tejano Album

Elida Reyna Y Avante — Fantasia

References

  1. ↑ Cordelia Candelaria, Peter J. García, Arturo J. Aldama Encyclopedia of Latino Popular Culture 2004 Volume 2 p.822 "Also in her midthirties, Elida Reyna played in various bands, growing up in Mercedes, Texas, ..."
  2. ↑ Billboard - 20 March 1999 p. 19 "Elida Reyna and Bobby Pulido were celebrated as new major forces in Tejano music at the new Tejano Entertainers and Musicians Assn. (TEMA) Awards, held Feb. 27 here. Reyna was a big winner..."
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