Album: Cómplices

Introduction
"Cómplices" is the 21st studio album recorded by Mexican vocalist Luis Miguel. Launched on May 6, 2008, by Warner Music Latina, this album showcases the singer's adaptability in various music styles. Produced by Luis Miguel himself, he collaborated with Spanish author Manuel Alejandro for the very first time, who composed and co-produced all the tracks on the album. "Cómplices" marked as a substantial record for Luis Miguel because his previous album "Navidades" didn't attain the same level of success that "Cómplices" did.

Album Concept and Production
The title "Cómplices" equates to "Accomplices" in English, which reflects the collective effort in between Luis Miguel and Manuel Alejandro. The album focuses on love and relationships, a style that Luis Miguel has actually always embraced in his music. In this album, the duo collaborated to produce ballads and uptempo tracks, producing a diverse mix of musical designs varying from pop, bolero, and romantic ballads to Latin American rhythms.

The album was recorded in numerous studios in Los Angeles, Miami, and Madrid, the latter being where Manuel Alejandro resides. Prominent engineers Benny Faccone and Rafa Sardina were in charge of the recording process. Additionally, prominent musicians from the United States, Mexico, Cuba, Brazil, Puerto Rico, Spain, and Argentina participated in the recording sessions.

Album Reception and Commercial Performance
"Cómplices" received blended to positive evaluations from music critics. Some considered it a revitalizing recover for Luis Miguel, who discovered his footing after explore different genres throughout his career. Others praised the singer for working together with a legendary author like Manuel Alejandro. However, some critics felt that the album could've been much better, as specific tracks seemed to do not have the emotional depth that was gotten out of such an effective collaboration.

In spite of the combined evaluations, "Cómplices" was a commercial success. It debuted at number 10 on the Billboard 200 in the United States, making it Luis Miguel's highest-charting album debut in the country. The album also secured the leading spot on the Billboard Top Latin Albums chart, proving its popularity amongst Latin music enthusiasts. In Mexico, the album was licensed double platinum and gold, while in Spain, it achieved platinum status. "Cómplices" was likewise acknowledged as the very popular album in Latin America and Spain in 2008.

Songs and Music Videos
Two singles were released from the album: "Si Tú Te Atreves" and "Te Desean". Both tunes showcased the romantic ballad design that Luis Miguel is known for. "Si Tú Te Atreves" was accompanied by a video, which was shot in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and directed by distinguished director Gustavo Garzón. The video got popularity amongst fans and showcased the singer's charm and charm.

Conclusion
"Cómplices" is an impressive album in Luis Miguel's substantial discography. His cooperation with Manuel Alejandro breathed new life into his music and showed his ability to break boundaries and develop as an artist. The album's business success and the positive reaction from fans around the world strengthened Luis Miguel's position as one of the top Latin music acts, proving that he can continue to mesmerize audiences throughout the years.