BASIC
Chiko Mendez
Actor
in Coconut Creek, Florida, United States
Chiko arrived in New York only months old adopting English as his first language. Still a child; he returns to his place of birth and as life became tough and poor, Chikoâs only mission was to finish school no matter what. He excelled in reading and writing becoming proficient in both English and Spanish. Throughout school he minored in theatrics and discovers his passion for music. Along the way he picked up an old wooden guitar that eventually helped unveil his singing ability.
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Fighting through the environmental distress, Chiko often performed song and dance routines in local plays called âveladasâ; where his hand-drawn tickets were a mere 5 cents and the curtain was nothing but a bed sheet strung up between two trees and tied with hand-braided twine; yet, hitchhiking across town barefoot with friends and a 3-string guitar to perform live on a local radio contest as a group they called âLos Mestizosâ; that was another favorite after-school pastime.
Continuous years of loyal dedication lead to multiple appearances in American television shows like NBCâs âSaturday Night Liveâ & âLaw & Orderâ, TLCâs âJunkyard Warsâ, A&Eâs âWatching the Detectivesâ, Japan TVâs âWorldâs Astonishing Newsâ, HBOâs âSopranosâ and Spanish shows like Telemundoâs âCaso Cerradoâ and Spainâs Tele 5, etc. On his journey for artistic evolution he attends HB Studios to further flex his acting chops - after which he was involved in over 150 TV/ film projects which he affectionately refers to as the âboot-campâ of his career highlights. One of those was a coveted role as a backup singer to Marc Anthony in the movie âEl Cantanteâ, starring Jennifer Lopez, John Ortiz; directed by Leon Ichaso. Another was a pivotal scene with the sultry Mexican actress, Ana de La Reguera in âParaiso Travelâ, starring John Leguizamo; directed by Simon Brand. Soon after he was given a supporting role in âLavoeâ, another film about the famed Salsero, Hector Lavoe, starring well-known performers as Raul Carbonell, La India and Patricia Monterola. In addition to his credits, Chikoâs worked with other successful actors such as Rachel Castro (Jersey Girl), Horatio Sanz & Fred Armisen (SNL), Debbie Rochon (Toxic Avenger), Paul Kratka (Friday the 13th), Javier Sarda (Tele 5, Spain), stage directors such as Richmond Shephard (Richmond Shephard Theatre), Michael Beckett (HB Studios), playwright Dennis Richard and many more. Chikoâs theater experiences include The Producerâs Club, Manhattan Repertory Theatre, LaTea, The Poetâs Den, etc. As an apt and versatile performer, Chikoâs other media interviews include El Diario, El Especial, Un Chin, Daily News, The Source Magazine, Kiss FM, La Mega and featured in a book published by Spainâs super-host; Javier Sarda.
On the music forefront, Chiko is also a vocalist, lyricist, composer, musician and producer. Tinkering in electronics lead him to build his first computer which eventually morphed into a home studio where âMusic Production 101â was self-taught. Throughout the following years he collaborates with artists such as Lisa Lisa, Dave Valentin, Tito Puente Jr., John Benitez, Phoenix Rivera, Jimmy Sabater Sr. & Jr. and many more. He is consistently working on various music projects targeting that one hit. As a songwriter; Chikoâs material has been featured on film soundtracks, many of which are now on commercial DVDâs; along with self-published CDâs also available worldwide on Netflix, Blockbuster, CD Baby, Amazon, Itunes, etc. Amongst his music highlights are the âMTG All-Starsâ (the musicians behind the film âEl Cantanteâ; starring Marc Anthony & Jennifer Lopez), âGet Busyâ, Chikoâs funk-rap lyrical & vocal rendition of the classic Chano Pozo/ Dizzie Gillespie tune âMantecaâ; by the âRevival All Starsâ arranged and produced Delgado Rhythms with Babi Floyd on scat, (Little Ray Romeroâs last session) and a versatile Merengue-Bachata music project where Chiko exhibits his songwriting, music arrangements and vocal performances in Spanish, English and Italian.
Though based in New York, Chikoâs work spans the globe with travels to Europe, Central and South America â while continuously recording in various languages and genres for eventual worldwide release. Often referred to as a "Jack of all Trades" & "Renaissance Man", Chiko pushes his limits on his own experimental projects; fusing performance styles in music and film . Though based in New York, Chikoâs work spans the globe with travels to Europe, Central and South America â and while continuously recording in various languages and genres for eventual worldwide release; he continues to flex his artistic muscles while currently active in both; English and Spanish speaking markets.
CHIKO's Balads >> http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/chiko
Latn Album >> http://www.myspace.com/karamana
LISTEN HERE >>http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/LouisDelgado
MERENGUE & BACHATA ALBUM >> http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/karamana
Years of tenacious dedication to âartistic performanceâ have placed Chiko behind the scenes as well, where in association with similar minds; is now researching and developing Film, TV and music projects. As a firm believer in learning new things as he works on his craft; heâs furnished us with a personal quote he himself practices frequently; âDo what you can, when you can, while you âstillâ can.â Less
Physical details
Hair Length:
Past Shoulders
Special skills
Dance:
Meringue, Puerto Rican, Salsa, Spanish
Singing:
Choral / Choir, Country Western, Folk, Jazz, R & B / Blues, Rap, Rock / Pop
Sports:
Baseball, Bicycling, Body Building, Bowling, Darts, Frisbee, Handball, Horse Back Riding, Mountain Biking, Mountain Climbing, Racquetball, Rowing, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Softball, Swimming, Weight Lifting, Ping Pong
Musical Instruments:
Classical Guitar, Electric Guitar, Guitar, Piano, Triangle, Keyboard
Language:
English, Spanish
Accents:
American Southern, Middle Eastern, New York City, Russian, Spanish
Additional:
Cue Cards, Dubbing, Ear Prompter, Film Stunts, Hosting, Improvisation, Modeling, Painting, Precision Driving, Stage Combat, Stand-up Comedy, Teleprompter, Unicycle, Voice Characterizations, Yo Yo
Film
Supp (ruby)
Kid Hollywood Films
Supp (delno)
Change Films
Lead (johnny)
Think Visual Group
Supp (jesus Swat)
Nocturnal Films
Lead (carlos, Hat Salesman)
Gabriel De Varona Nyfa
Lead (driver, El Ghost)
Schellinger Films
Lead (dario, Town Owner)
Ricardo Perez Ccat
Feat (amaro, Homeless Vet)
Alex Van Mecl, Fiu
Feat (sleazy Lawyer)
Lazaro Cartaya, Ccat, Fl
Supp (backup Singer)
Leon Ichaso, Nuyorican Prod., Dvd
Supp (alberto)
Golden Gate Prod., Dvd
Los Simpaticos Guitar Player
Simon Brand
Lead (carlos)
Maverick Ent., Dvd
Lead (ralph)
Troma Prod., Dvd
Supp (scurvy Sam)
Jonathan Sykes, Dvd
Supp (louie)
Blued Steel Productions, Dvd
Lead (boogie)
Franklyn Correa
Lead (izzy)
Dead Awakenings Productions, Dvd
Lead (sgt Enrique Hernandez)
Scottgoldbergfilms.com, Dvd
Luis Hernandez Aka Snitch
Buffalosoldierfilms, Dvd
Lead (daniel Delrio)
Greta Jones Entertainment
Supporting (victor Vega)
Vampire Empire Productions, Dvd
Supporting (neanderthal)
Indican Pictures, Dvd
Supporting (lucifuge)
Platinum Cinema, Dvd
Supporting (crazy Man)
Jb Productions, Dvd
Supporting Soundtrack (bago Sr.)
Heights Entertainment, Dvd
Supporting (derek Medina)
Pachamama Films, Dvd
Lead Soundtrack (miguel)
Hi-tech Media Dvd
Supp (brody)
R.s. Rhyes Prod.
Lead (palomo)
Jose Luis Obergozo, Col. Univ.
Supp (andy's Sub Manager)
Igolf Productions
Feat (homeboy)
David K. Prod.
Feat (inmate Dad)
Joanna Lipper
Feat (swimmer)
Brent Nemetz, Dvd
Self
Chris Garetano Prod.
Dayp (cabbie
Michael Hoffman
Supp (vic)
Buffalo Soldier Films
Lead (jose Soundtrack)
Purgatory Blues, Maverick Ent. Dvd
TV
Defendant (juan Miguel)
Telemundo
Paparazzi
Clark Johnson, Fx
Dayplayer (ringside Security)
Tvm Productions
Chiko - Bar Patron
Japan Tv
Team Contestant
Tlc - Rdf Media
Hispanic Dealer, Killer
Kevin Kaufman, Bio
Guest Appearance (self)
Frank Morano - Si Tv
Guest Artist
Tele 5 - Javier Sarda, Spain
Guest Star (actor, Singer)
Mnn, Lisa Rosenberg, Channel 34
Recurring (trumpet Player)
Nbc
Cast Driver
Donald Trump, Nbc
Theatre
Old Man Rufus/ Jamie Sylvester
Little Haiti Theatre Fl
Gonzo The Mexican Nightmare
Dennis Richards
El Malo
Yolanda Rodriguez, Manh. Rep. Theatre
Viejo (mr. Santiago)
Yolanda Rodriguez, Manh. Rep. Theatre
Gang Member
The Poet's Den Theatre - Kayros Prod.
Crazy Guy / Morton
John Cecil
Various Characters
The Forthill Players
Rollo "the Headhunter"
John Cecil
Cast Member
8 Is Never Enough
Auditioning Actor
Alan Lagarde, Nyc
Radio
Manny
Ed Luva, Wbls, United Stations, Ny
Various Voices (radio A0)
Tonefarmer Prod., Ny
Annoucer (sp-en Radio Ad)
Scene International Inc., Wbls, La Mega
Ipoop Guy (sp-en Radio Ad)
Scene International Inc.
Reggaeton Rap (jingle)
Mi Recordings
Spanish Vocals (jingle)
Human Entertainment
Manny (comedy Sketch)
United Stations, Ed Luva
Spanish Vocals (jingle)
Jsm Music
Spanish Vocals (jingle)
Union Studios
Backup Singer
Rr Productions
Commercials
Hispanic Advocate
Univision, Ny
Mechanic Shop Owner
Pathgate Films, Fl
Football Fan
Cable Tv Channel ??
Turkish Singing Vendor
Ulker, Turkey – Dfa, Ny
Music Video
Soundtrack (1 Song)
Studio 213 Films
Soundtrack (2 Songs)
Phil Volken
Backup Singer, Dancer
Trina Rose Productions
Bachata Singer/ Guitarist
Ny Squadron Productions
Carlos (film Character)
440 Productions
Live Events
Music Performer, Host
Scene International Inc.
Internet
Shopper
Ford Digital Content
Industrials
Hiv Patient (actor)
University Of Connecticut, Ny
Gang Member (actor)
Plato Films, Ny
Football Fan
Cable Tv Network
Voice Over
Digital Copier Voice Recognition (voiceover)
West End Media, Nj
Announcer (sp-en Voiceover)
La Mega, Wbls ã¢â‚¬â€œ Scene International
Narrator (sp-en Voiceover)
Scene International
Spanish Voiceovers
Scene International Ny
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