Calle 13 is a band urbana1 of Puerto Rico, headed by RenéPérez Joglar, known as Resident and his brother EduardoCabra who calls Guest. René is a singer and songwriter, andsings backing vocals and Eduardo is a composer, multi-instrumentalist (piano, melodica, electric guitars, etc.). His sisterIleana Cabra, called PG-13, participates in some songs likefemale voice. The band has won ten Grammy Awards and twoLatin Grammy Awards, to be so in urban music's top Grammywinners. Before long history, the duo has become popular inLatin America.
His nickname comes from the identification that had to give thesecurity guard to enter his house, located on Calle 13, in a neighborhood of Trujillo Alto, a town in the San Juan metropolitan area.
The band is known for its eclectic musical style, often usingunconventional instruments in their music and their ability toaddress different issues. The band is also known for his satirical lyrics and social commentary on Latin American issues and culture.