Giving back through life-changing
experiences.
MERCADO PROJECT: THE MAN BEHIND THE MUSIC ™
Giving back through life-changing
experiences.
MERCADO PROJECT: THE MAN BEHIND THE MUSIC ™
THE MAN BEHIND THE MUSIC
THE MAN BEHIND THE MUSIC
THE MAN BEHIND THE MUSIC
Since a young age, Ralph Mercado had been in love with Latin music. Being first-generation to United States soil, he was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, where he started throwing dance parties in the mid-1950's as a teenager.
His parents were of Puerto Rican and Dominican descent, and he was the youngest of 6 children. He took great
Since a young age, Ralph Mercado had been in love with Latin music. Being first-generation to United States soil, he was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, where he started throwing dance parties in the mid-1950's as a teenager.
His parents were of Puerto Rican and Dominican descent, and he was the youngest of 6 children. He took great pride in being able to provide for his family since his father died suddenly when Ralph was only 16 years old.
Ralph Mercado had a dream that he pursued to ensure he didn't live a life of poverty. He enriched his mind and focused on achieving his goals. While working in the garment district he made connections and grew his crew steadily, promoting and producing small shows and dances, making his mark as a promoter of the music known worldwide today.
THE BODY OF WORK
THE MAN BEHIND THE MUSIC
THE MAN BEHIND THE MUSIC
From the mid-1950's through the mid-2000's, Ralph Mercado was able to promote, present, book, manage, and executive produce numerous Latin music events, artists, recordings and bring the music to all corners of the world.
Working with some of the greatest musicians, singers and talent he helped to further rise their fame and fortunes.
From the mid-1950's through the mid-2000's, Ralph Mercado was able to promote, present, book, manage, and executive produce numerous Latin music events, artists, recordings and bring the music to all corners of the world.
Working with some of the greatest musicians, singers and talent he helped to further rise their fame and fortunes. World-renowned artists such as Tito Puente, Celia Cruz, Eddie Palmieri, Marc Anthony, La India, and many more were exposed to ever growing audiences and record sales through his companies: Ralph Mercado Management (RMM), Ralph Mercado Presents (RMP) and RMM Records & Video.
KEEPING THE LEGACY ALIVE
THE MAN BEHIND THE MUSIC
KEEPING THE LEGACY ALIVE
As his daughter, I'm very fortunate to be a part of Ralph Mercado's legacy and feel it is my duty to share some of His-story along my journey in this lifetime. Having worked by his side for a many years working on concerts via Ralph Mercado Presents and music videos for several of the artists, and running production and manufacturing for
As his daughter, I'm very fortunate to be a part of Ralph Mercado's legacy and feel it is my duty to share some of His-story along my journey in this lifetime. Having worked by his side for a many years working on concerts via Ralph Mercado Presents and music videos for several of the artists, and running production and manufacturing for the RMM record label , I have a few stories to tell.
Our budding Pop Up Exhibit & Speaker Series for MERCADO PROJECT: The Man Behind The Music ™ provides some behind-the-scenes insight, while connecting with culture and engaging in dialogue. We listen to some great music and dance as much as possible.
Looking forward to working together soon!
All the Best!
Damaris L Mercado
RALPH MERCADO, EL HOBRE DETRAS DE LA MUSICA
"DAMARIS MERCADO TIENE LA MISIÓN DE PRESERVAR EL LEGADO DE SU PADRE Y LA HISTORIA DE LA MÚSICA LATINA DE NUEVA YORK." - Por Judy Cantor-Navas
Posted on Noviembre 21, 2022