Album: Frenesi

Overview
" Frenesi" is the 13th studio album released by the American singer Linda Ronstadt in 1992, with Peter Asher as the manufacturer. This release marked another considerable change in direction for the artist, showcasing her vocal expertise in the realm of jazz and Latin music. The title 'Frenesi' describes the Spanish word for 'craze,' showing the enthusiasm and energy found within the album's tracks. Ronstadt, who is of Mexican-American descent, sought to pay tribute to her roots as well as display the abundant history of Latin music on this record. The album consists of eleven tracks including an assortment of pop music, standards, and show tunes from the 1940s to the 1960s, consisting of boleros, danzones, mambos, and cha-cha-chas. With this record, Ronstadt successfully combined her supreme singing abilities and the rich arrangements, making her recognition and success around the world.

Tracklist
1. "Frenesi".
2. "Mentira Salome".
3. "Alma Adentro".
4. "Entre Abismos".
5. "Cuando Me Querias Tu".
6. "Piel Canela".
7. "Verdad Amarga".
8. "Despojo".
9. "En Mi Soledad".
10. "Piensa En Mi".
11. "Que Fue de Ti?".

Commercial and Critical Reception
Upon its release, "Frenesi" gathered positive evaluations from critics, who applauded Linda Ronstadt's ability to effortlessly manage varied music designs. The album reached No. 193 on the Billboard 200 chart and No. 3 on the Billboard Top World Music Albums chart. Additionally, it ranked No. 14 on the Billboard Top Latin Albums chart, showing its broad appeal to numerous audiences. Several songs from the album gained radio airplay, ultimately contributing to the success of "Frenesi". The appeal of Ronstadt's silky soprano voice, integrated with the carefully picked choice of Latin classics, captured the attention of lots of listeners.

Additionally, "Frenesi" was granted the Grammy Award for Best Tropical Latin Album in 1993, in the first year that the classification was introduced. This award spoke volumes about Ronstadt's versatility as a singer and her contribution to the Latin music category. The album ended up being a vital part of Linda's comprehensive musical collection and legacy that covers different genres, such as rock, nation, pop, and Latin music.

Effect on Ronstadt's Career
" Frenesi" was a substantial departure from Linda Ronstadt's earlier work, which was primarily rock and country-oriented. This album followed the success of her 1987 release "Canciones de Mi Padre", a collection of standard Mexican Mariachi songs, and her 1991 album "Mas Canciones", hinting at Ronstadt's growing interest in exploring her Mexican-American heritage and love for Latin music. The success of "Frenesi" sealed Linda Ronstadt's status as a flexible artist, efficient in checking out different music designs with apparent ease and ability. It further allowed her to deal with well-known Latin artists such as Nelson Riddle, Rubén Fuentes, Luis Miguel, and Juan S. Garrido.

Tradition
Linda Ronstadt's "Frenesi" has had a lasting impact on the music industry, influencing many Latin and non-Latin artists alike. The album's seamless combination of jazz, pop, and standard Latin designs has motivated subsequent musicians to check out and mix genres fearlessly. Beyond its musical influence, "Frenesi" has actually also added to the broader recognition and appreciation of Latin music and musicians by worldwide audiences. As a Mexican-American artist, Ronstadt played an essential function in showcasing the abundant musical heritage of her origins and brought it to the traditional global music scene.