13180 Talented percussionist/composer Chichi Peralta has been recognized for creating his own style, known as Fuson, combining jazz, Afro-American, Afro-Cuban, and Latin rhythms. In 1997, the artist, from the Dominican Republic, recorded his first album, called Pa' Otro La'o, released in Latin America and the U.S., allowing the musician to get a Lo Nuestro Award. In the year 2000, Chichi Peralta teamed up with Cesar Olarte and Rene Geraldino, issuing De Vuelta Al Barrio, followed by a worldwide tour. ~ Drago Bonacich, All Music Guide 10989 1990's and 2000's