Born in Havana, Cuba, nothing is as clear as a life Full of music. After arriving in U.S. shores, and receiving a classical music degree from the University of Miami, Albert Sterling Menendez launched a performance schedule with a diverse roster of artists such as Simply Red, Shakira, Janet Jackson, George Benson, Alejandro Sanz (Musical Director) Dido (MD), Jamiroquai, Nathy Peluso(MD),George Benson, Paulina Rubio(MD), Roberto Carlos and Peter Tosh among others. Albert has written and produced tracks for Martine McCutcheon (Virgin U.K.), Cabas (EMI),Masters at Work (Tommy Boy), Elements of Life (Vega Records) Nil Lara (Capitol) S Yume (Sony Japan) Grant Green Jr. (Jazzateria) Shakira (Sony) Raul Midon (Blue Note),Huey Dunbar (Sony Discos) ,Luisito Quintero (BBE) Fanatix(BBE) As well as his own creations, Aural (Soundmen on Wax) and Sterling Ensemble (Soul Heaven/Defected Records). As the founder of the Sterling Blue Music label, he has created a diverse catalog releasing dance and electronic music. The label now going strong in its 9th year , has received global support from top Dj’s , clubs, parties and promoters, with distribution deals in Europe, Japan and Latin America. boasting a roster that includes Frankie Feliciano , Pete Simpson, Mr. V,Donna Allen, Christian Prommer, Rhemi , Aaron Ross, Jon Secada , Ian Friday, Sara Devine, Nick Moss, Donna Allen, Marlon D and many others. Albert is currently sponsored by Korg,Native Instruments,and IK Multimedia.