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Acclaimed songstress Ana Cristina Cash is set to release her bilingual album, The Sunshine State, on Friday, January 30. Having had a hand in crafting nearly all nine tracks, she celebrates the cultural crossroads that define her spirited sound.

Produced by John Carter Cash and Willie Breeding, who also served as a co-writer, and recorded at the legendary Cash Cabin Studio in Hendersonville, Tennessee, the new project showcases Ana Cristina's remarkable vocal range, from her resonant contralto to her soaring soprano.

Embracing Duality

Having spent over a decade immersed in Nashville's music community, her artistry is grounded in country music. At the same time, her Cuban-American heritage and Spanish lineage brings distinct depth to her work.

"That duality is present in everything I do," Ana Cristina shares. "I'm proud to be an American living in Nashville, working deeply within the country music space, and equally proud of my Hispanic culture. I grew up speaking both English and Spanish at home, so it felt natural to record Spanish versions of several of my songs."

Opening with the breezy single "Daybreak," The Sunshine State features its Spanish counterpart, "Un Break," along with other previously released tracks like the heartfelt "Florida Girl," the playful "Cheap Margaritas" and "Cheap Margaritas (Spanglish Version)," and both the English and Spanish versions of the fiery "Last Call," as well as two new tunes.

South Florida Roots

"I drew a lot of inspiration from the nostalgia of growing up in South Florida. You can hear that imagery throughout songs like 'Florida Girl,' 'Janice,' and 'Don't Give Up,'" she notes. "The first home I grew up in was in rural West Miami, before it was built up, right near the Florida Everglades, wild and untouched at the time. I only had four neighbors, a dirt road, orange trees in the backyard, and our own chickens. That home and that formative period of my life influenced so much of this record."

The album draws from specific memories and environments rather than generic themes, grounding the songs in concrete imagery from her childhood near the Everglades before development changed the landscape.

Her Background

Ana Cristina Cash was raised in Miami, Florida. Ana, of Cuban descent, is bilingual and began a professional career in music at the tender age of six. She quickly became an accomplished champion of the singing competitions on the variety show, "Sabado Gigante." Her recordings showcase her broad vocal range, from a deep resonating contralto to an amazing soaring soprano, revealing what is known to some as a "whistle register."

Ana signed to Sony Music's Latin division at the age of 15 and recorded her debut album, Ana Cristina, in the Spanish language. In 2004, she was nominated for the Premio Lo Nuestro Award. The next year, she went on to become the first Hispanic-American to perform the "Star-Spangled Banner" for a presidential inauguration for President Bush in 2005.

Ana Cristina graduated from Florida International University with a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism and from Harvard University with a Master's degree in Creative Writing and Literature. She recently signed a global publishing deal with BMG Rights Management, who will administer both her English and Spanish language compositions.

In 2016, Ana married music producer John Carter Cash and has been living and recording music in Nashville for a decade, primarily in their historical studio, The Cash Cabin Studio, in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Ana's music beautifully blends her deep connection to country music with Latin influences, creating a soulful sound that is uniquely her own.

She made her Grand Ole Opry debut in 2019, performing her own original songs. Other notable appearances include performing at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Madison Square Garden, and various major sporting events.

Fans can pre-save the project now ahead of its Friday release.

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