They made a duo album here in Spanish consisting of 17 tracks,
two of which were in English.
Their CD was popular in Venezuela, in the Underground and many
radio stations.
Pio XIII then decided to make another change in his life, changing
his music style and rough lyrics to a more commercial and “danceable”
style popularly known as “Reggaeton”.
He searched for a job in Trinidad because there was so much unemployment
in Venezuela.
After much disappointment he got a good job as a receptionist/translator
at a popular hotel since he was good at English and Spanish.
He began saving to make his solo reggaeton album and in 2006 he
met his Manager/Graphic Designer, Maria Marajh.
Like him, Maria is Trinidadian mixed with Venezuelan.
“I saw tremendous talent and potential in him,” she
said.
“I’m also very proud since he’s making history.
“Pio X111 is the first-ever reggaeton artiste to come out
of Trinidad or any English-speaking country,” she added.
Although reggaeton is not a very popular genre of music in Trinidad,
Maria says that she hopes a market can be opened up.
“Because of the language barrier, many locals don’t
understand the music when my artistes perform.
“But, I’d love for Trinidad to accept the music more;
we’re also looking forward to doing collaborations with
other local artistes whether it’s soca or chutney.
“Pio X111 and Sherwin Chaz have performed in countries in
South and Central America and Pio X111 chose Trinidad to launch
his album, Yo contra todos, because he believes that because of
his roots, he’s representing both Venezuela and Trinidad.
Pio X111 and his brother will perform at a Caribbean concert in
Miami in June.
Manager Maria thanked Rockin Randy for the special remix of one
of the songs on Pio X111 CD called Malandreo.
Pio X111 other tracks include Yo contra todos, Yo quiero bailar
and Bits and pieces.
Persons wanting to contact Pio X111 or Sherwin Chaz can arrange
with their manager at 764-6378.
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