He is a Cuban singer and composer who re-located to Mexico and launched a musical career that has brought him international acclaim. The songs of Amaury Gutierrez are recognized for their passionate and heartfelt lyrics.

Amaury’s words reveal a longing and a dream of one day sharing his music with his fellow countrymen in Cuba. He has not returned to Cuba since his departure to Mexico.

“Americas Now” caught up with Amaury Gutierrez in Miami while he was performing at a free concert with other artists to benefit the victims of Ecuador’s earthquake earlier this year.

Latin Grammy winner Amaury Gutierrez is this week’s “Urban Voice.”