What is the state of the Mexican record economy as compared to five years ago?
This year is 40% down compared to last year, which was down 15% . Why did you form your own label Suave? Alfonso Cuaron and I wanted to do the very first indie label in Mexico. We wanted to release new and exciting music. We’ve the same vision in music and business. So it was the perfect plan, but unfortunately the market fell 50 percent that year. Alfonso moved to London to film Harry Potter 3. Our other partner, Jorge Vergara, decided to invest his money into the Chavas football club, and I got an offer from Warner. So I guess we all move into different projects. Why did you go back to a major label? I enjoy working for EMI. I signed most of the artists on the roster and am friends with many people on the other EMI’s. I’ve been at EMI for more than 10 years so I consider EMI my home. I’ve a deep love for EMI. As an EMI executive, how do you feel about free downloads off the Internet? Record companies need to find creative ways to approach consumers. The world is changing very fast, s
